"A futuristic ride that has many parallels in today’s society. This is a ‘thinking man’s’ science fiction book – the type we need more of today!" --The Feathered Quill, November 2014
"A terrific timely futuristic thriller as deniers in charge persecute those with abilities they fear leading to equality and subsequent loss of power."
--Harriet Klauser,
Alternative Worlds II, November 17, 2014
"This book is as interesting and mind bending as the first book that this author wrote. I consider it to be a must read for anyone that likes science fiction that verges on possible science fact."
--Don,
Amazon.com, November 1, 2014 (Verified Purchase)
"Engdahl's books are torches that light a flame of hope that we may have a future beyond the clouded one on Earth."
--Laurie Pollack,
Amazon.com, November 7, 2014
"These novels are not so much genre ';Romance' or even just ';Science Fiction' as they are Literature. These are novels about life. "
--Jacqueline Lichtenberg, Alien Romances: Reviews 14, May 2015
"This engrossing book explores the powers of mind (psi), alien contact, and a little romance, all with an optimistic view of humanity's future. A very good read!"
Amazon reader review, June 2, 2021 (Vine Voice reviewer)
"Sylvia Engdahl . . . gives us the complete payoff we have all been expecting since the covert First Contact of humanity with the advanced Galactic Civilization. . . . Now the unique Flame Series can be welcomed into this [Science Fiction Romance] field as it furthers the discourse on how the capacity to love defines humanity, regardless of the bodily appearance."
Jacqueline Lichtenberg, Goodreads, September 1, 2021
"A fitting completion to Earth’s place in the universe of the Service. As always, it is a book full of big ideas, strong emotions, and lots of inspiration."
Amazon reader review, June 30, 2021
"Good addition to a remarkable series of sci Fi Books. Ephasizes Sylvia Engdahl's interest in ESP and emerging interplanetary civilizations. Strong female lead character."
Amazon reader review, June 10, 2021