'This is classic whodunnit territory but Guterson's fiercely intelligent and moving novel is far more than a murder mystery ... Guterson has written a novel about the human condition that marvellously combines tenderness and excitement * The Times * A skilfully constructed, deeply affecting story of love and death ... This is a hugely attractive book, written in clipped elegant prose * Sunday Times * Compelling ... A flawlessly written first novel * New York Times * Love and morality are beautifully choreographed into an exceptional debut novel * Daily Mail *