The painterly quality of Tong's words is striking
* The Times *
A gripping, insightful depiction of the lives of commoners under the Qin Dynasty...A tragic tale of female strength, and, ultimately, love
* Time Out *
Tong's narrative reads more like a fairytale adventure than it does a myth - which seek not just to entertain but to help us make sense of the world...A magical, vast and curious story.
* Financial Times *