A stunning idea--the Calculator's as real as if McMullen had built it in his backyard--with an utterly convincing setting, breathtaking developments, and a captivating narrative. --Kirkus Reviews (pointer review) Decidedly original, sometimes whimsical, and captivating, this is a genuine tour de force. --Booklist (starred review) Fast-paced and amusing, McMullen's latest novel is an action-packed adventure in the tradition of world-building SF. --Publishers Weekly I don't know how many years of practice Sean McMullen has had, but he writes like his own expert....A great machine in concept, and a great book in the reading. Highly recommended. --San Diego Union-Tribune This book gives us one of the most distinctive and unforgettable Down Under futures ever created. --The Bulletin A stunning idea--the Calculator's as real as if McMullen had built it in his backyard--with an utterly convincing setting, breathtaking developments, and a captivating narrative. Kirkus Reviews (pointer review) Decidedly original, sometimes whimsical, and captivating, this is a genuine tour de force. Booklist (starred review) Fast-paced and amusing, McMullen's latest novel is an action-packed adventure in the tradition of world-building SF. Publishers Weekly I don't know how many years of practice Sean McMullen has had, but he writes like his own expert....A great machine in concept, and a great book in the reading. Highly recommended. San Diego Union-Tribune This book gives us one of the most distinctive and unforgettable Down Under futures ever created. The Bulletin A stunning idea--the Calculator's as real as if McMullen had built it in his backyard--with an utterly convincing setting, breathtaking developments, and a captivating narrative. -- Kirkus Reviews (pointer review) Decidedly original, sometimes whimsical, and captivating, this is a genuine tour de force. -- Booklist (starred review) Fast-paced and amusing, McMullen's latest novel is an action-packed adventure in the tradition of world-building SF. -- Publishers Weekly I don't know how many years of practice Sean McMullen has had, but he writes like his own expert....A great machine in concept, and a great book in the reading. Highly recommended. -- San Diego Union-Tribune This book gives us one of the most distinctive and unforgettable Down Under futures ever created. -- The Bulletin