"An enjoyable and even thoughtful entry into a mythos that has obsessed us for generations." --NPR

"Spellbinding, ... Unique and refreshing" --Hypable

"A fresh take on Camelot . . . this should be another hit." --Booklist

"An acclaimed master of the female-centric retelling turns her hand to Arthuriana . . More diverse than many Camelot representations, this is a retelling designed for a modern audience more interested in people than battles and more intrigued by identity and affection than honor and questing. A promising series opener."--Kirkus Reviews

"With immersive prose, White captures the spirit of Arthurian legend while adding diversity and a bit of powerful feminist flair in this appealing series opener.... Leaves much to be explored in future installments." --Publishers Weekly

"First in a series, this fantasy novel will appeal to fans familiar with stories of Arthur, and provides an introduction to those unfamiliar.... Full of battling knights and romance, this is a must." --School Library Journal

"Readers will be dying to fill in the gaps of Guinevere's memory and to continue the atmospheric adventure in this Arthurian retelling." --Bulletin