«Stross's ferociously imaginative world-building is on full display here . . . few other writers can match him for humour, creativity and sheer density of ideas»

<i>SFX</i>

«Empire Games is immensely compelling, an excellent novel: I look forward to seeing where the story goes from here»

<i>Locus</i>

«The keen eye and what-if imagination of Charles Stross fuel a fresh look at alternate worlds»

David Brin, =

«Plenty of action . . . a complex storyline underpinned by convincing worldbuilding and evocative descriptions . . . immensely enjoyable»

<i>Interzone</i>

«When intrigue, politics and suspense are so well executed, it doesn't matter which realm, dimension or timeline the participants hail from. Add to that a sense of mischief, wit and humour and Charles Stross gives you the full package»

Chris Brookmyre

«Mind-boggling, complex and truly brilliant»

<i>Daily Mail</i>

«Complex and subtle»

<i>Kirkus</i>

«Empire Games is a book that takes espionage, spy novels and The Cold War and then makes them . . . something else. It is as we expect of Stross’s novels – complex, thoughtful, entertaining»

<i>SFFWorld.com</i>

«Watch those blistering fingers as you turn the pages, Empire Games is fast-paced, intricate and thoroughly captivating. I look forward to reading the rest of the series»

<i>Shoreline of Infinity Magazine</i>

«It easily measures up to Charles Stross’s best novels such as Accelerando, Glasshouse and Rule 34. His clear and witty writing style as well the diverse environment and characters make this an entertaining journey»

<i>SciFiEmpire.net</i>