From the first line, Kernick knows how to get a thriller shifting, and he doesn't let up until the very last ... he puts a London hotel under siege, to brilliantly dramatic effect. Daily Mirror "The author is one of Britain's top thriller writers and his latest yarn is another page turner - pacy, violent and gripping" The Sun "A murder-a-minute gallop which successfully relies on sheer pace". Daily Telegraph "A gripping read with a rich cast of nicely crafted characters and a clever plot - or two - that comes together in a decidedly satisfactory ending". The Times 20120218 "Excellent at police and intelligence detail. Expertly plotted. Fast, furious and professional Daily Mail.