“It's a pleasure to read science fiction that's full of warm, strong characters . . . that doesn't rely on violence as the solution to complex problems of right and wrong. The House of the Scorpion is a pleasure to read.”

– Ursula K. LeGuin

“Fabulous.”

– Diana Wynne Jones

“Strong, rough, exciting reading.”

– Chicago Tribune

“A story rich in twists and tangles, heroes and heroines . . . and often dazzlingly beautiful descriptive prose.”

– The Boston Globe

* “Farmer's novel . . . hits close to home, raising questions of what it means to be human, what is the value of life, and what are the responsibilities of a society. Readers will be hooked from the first page.”

– Publishers Weekly, starred review of THE HOUSE OF THE SCORPION

* “Powerful [and] ultimately hopeful. . . . A remarkable coming-of-age story.”

– Booklist, starred review of THE HOUSE OF THE SCORPION

* “An inspiring tale of friendship, survival, hope, and transcendence.”

– Kirkus, starred review of THE HOUSE OF THE SCORPION

“Mind-expanding fiction for older teens that also works for adults."

– USA Today

* "Farmer’s near-future world offers an electric blend of horrors and beauty. Lyrically written and filled with well-rounded, sometimes thorny characters. . . . [a] superb novel."

– Publishers Weekly, starred review of THE LORD OF OPIUM

* "A stellar sequel worth the wait.”

– Booklist, starred review of THE LORD OF OPIUM