Erotic, raw, violent and vertiginous . . . We often accuse French writers of navel-gazing and ignoring the world around them, but Eric Reinhardt is one of those who gives the lie to this cliché

Bold, arresting, accomplished, complex, sensual, sexual, intriguing, heady

An ambitious and tragic novel which weaves together sex, power games and imagination. An ultracontemporary anti-fairy tale

Part classic, part tragedy, part thriller: Eric Reinhardt merges genres and invokes elusive echoes in this highly contemporary novel of a rare depth

Finally, a sexy book written by someone who would appear to have had sex

Those who harp on about the decline or end of literature in France, stuck in its formalism, nihilism or narcissism, are advised to read The Victoria System. It will give them a good wake-up slap

A fantastic and sensual modern thriller, like nothing I've ever read

Ambitious, complex, sparkling, to be devoured in one sitting

Reinhardt is a fine and subtle psychologist . . . with a keen eye for the perverse ways in which capitalism exploits all levels of society and leaves behind smoking ruins. Anyone who begins this book will not quickly put it down

The Thousand Names is an assured debut from Django Wexler and a must-read if you enjoy an action-packed, page-turner.

...an ambitious, well-written opening act. I can’t wait for book two, and I think most readers will feel likewise after reading this.

... I was very impressed with The Thousand Names and immediately dove into the sequel The Shadow Throne. Recommended.

Wexler’s polished military fantasy, first in the Shadow Campaign series, distinguishes itself from other epic doorstops with its unique setting, intricate plotting, and layered characters…This excellent series debut is for fans of Peter Brett, Daniel Abraham, and Joe Abercrombie.

The scenes of military life and combat tactics are well crafted.