[The author of The Gods Makers] creates a new world peopled by a cast of unusual characters…. The characters are believable and interesting, the plot moves quickly, and suspense is maintained. The most enjoyable part of the book is the writings of various characters which begin each chapter, giving their personal philosophies. The result is an insightful novel which should be popular with fans of Dune. (p. 126)

Joni Bodart, in School Library Journal (reprinted from the March, 1973 issue of School Library Journal, published by R. R. Bowker Co. A Xerox Corporation; copyright © 1973), March, 1973.