"Part mystery, part dark travelogue, the book has a noir vibe and social conscience... I couldn't put it down."
—NetGalley Review
—NetGalley Review
"Kalns nails a perfect blend of suspense and social commentary...the expertly executed plot introduces readers to a modern slave world in which human trafficking continues to exist in myriad forms around the globe."
—Prairies Book Review
—Prairies Book Review
"A very thought provoking read and not for those whose eyes are blinkered against the darker aspects of mankind's nature."
—BookSirens Review
—BookSirens Review
"A definite must read!... Very detailed and tense, the main character flawed yet driven, very human. Ultimately that's what the book is about—the essence of humanity and lack thereof, and how people are affected by it.
Many books are called 'page turners' and this one really is."
—NetGalley Review
Many books are called 'page turners' and this one really is."
—NetGalley Review
"Engaging, tense, and full of heart... Kalns is able to inject hope into this story that shines through the despondency."
—Goodreads Review
—Goodreads Review
"Beautifully examines the labyrinthine underside of child trafficking in this timely and harrowing tale...
readers will look forward to seeing more of Kalns."
—BookView Review
readers will look forward to seeing more of Kalns."
—BookView Review
"As a reader, I can smell breakfast in South East Asia, taste dinner in the Middle East, hear the fuss in a major airport transit terminal in Canada, and see a riot unfold in front of my eyes...the story is full of twists and turns and makes it very hard to put down."
—Goodreads Review
—Goodreads Review
"It's difficult to tackle options like these with grace, knowledge, and honesty, but Kalns nails it...a great choice fo those looking to devour a good mystery or for those looking to step out of their reading comfort zone."
—Independent Book Review
—Independent Book Review