A wonderfully intricate novel of espionage and elegant skulduggery, richly imagined, meticulously researched and unflaggingly readable -- John Banville
I enjoyed it hugely. Boyd is one of my favourite authors - he never disappoints -- Kate Atkinson
Engaging, intelligent and deeply satisfying. I rate him one of our greatest living novelists -- Peter James
William Boyd once again brings to the spy novel his particular storytelling genius. The result is brilliant fun -- Mick Herron
One of our best contemporary storytellers * Spectator *
Simply the best realistic storyteller of his generation -- Sebastian Faulks
The finest storyteller of his generation * Daily Telegraph *
What could be more reassuring in troubling times than a new William Boyd novel? * Sunday Telegraph *
A master storyteller * Observer *
Beautifully crafted and pleasingly unpredictable, the work of a man who knows what he is doing
and makes it look effortless
-- James Runcie
Gabriel's Moon reads like a classic British spy novel, resonating with echoes of Buchan and Greene. Boyd writes with a limber sensuality, drawing the reader, word by word, into his web. A delight from start to finish. -- Parker Bilal
Clever plotting, wry wit and evocative storytelling combine in this hugely enjoyable read from a master of the spy thriller working here at the top of his game. -- Brian McGilloway
I was utterly captivated by
Gabriel's Moon. A spy novel with heart, William Boyd takes the reader on a thrilling journey of espionage, secrets and obsession. An absolute must-read this autumn. -- Lisa Hall
Boyd's signature investigation of human connections is always compelling. It's one of those books that's kept me thinking. -- S J Bennett