'Kostick’s achievement lies in the duality of the book, which can be read both as an excellently fast-paced action thriller and a commentary on very real modern issues. The engaging characters and the compelling plot allow for a great read, but at the core of the book lie deep questions concerning such grand issues as self-realisation, citizenship and societal inequality, conformism and the abuse of power. Kostick has made these accessible while never compromising the seriousness of the issues. It is a constant battle for authors of young peoples literature to balance this depth of writing with a gripping story, but Kostick has once again succeeded in creating a superb novel that can be enjoyed by older teenagers and adults alike.' - INIS
'An exciting Matrix-style thriller that's not for the squeamish. A compelling fantasy take based on the idea that the world is a game called Saga, controlled by dark and sinister figures' - Bookfest Ireland - Recommended Reading Guide
'Futuristic fantasy can provide a powerful critique of dehumanization and help explore ideas about identity . . . sophisticated' - Sunday Independent
This exciting sequel's concept explodes ... Clean prose, remarkable story. - Kirkus Reviews
'Readers will find the adventures of anarchic teens on floating skateboards compelling ... [for] fans of video games and readers of James Patterson's "Maximum Ride" series. ' - School Library Journal
'The elegent conclusion will linger with readers' - Publishers Weekly
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