A superlative novel ... bridges the gap between literary and commercial SF with rare facility and belongs in every collection -- Booklist A marvellously constructed novel. If McDevitt never writes another word, his reputation is assured -- Science Fiction Chronicle The logical heir to Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke -- Stephen King Delivers everything it promises with a gigantic wallop -- Publisher's Weekly Combines hard science fiction with mystery and adventure in a wild tour of the distant future. Stellar plotting, engaging characters, and a mastery of storytelling (starred review) -- Library Journal A real writer has entered our ranks, and his name is Jack McDevitt -- Michael Bishop, Nebula-winning author

Jack McDevitt is a former naval officer, taxi driver, English teacher, and motivational trainer, and is now a full-time writer. Eleven of his novels have been Nebula finalists. Seeker won the award in 2007. McDevitt lives in Georgia with his wife Maureen.