“Whether he’s tinkering with human genetic material or prying apart planets, Bear goes at the task with intelligence and a powerful imagination.”
“The sequel to his splendid The Forge of God . … displays all of Bear’s superior literary gifts.”
“Compelling… A major work of the imagination… Transcends the science-fiction genre, making
[Bear] a writer for anyone concerned with the human condition.”
— Seattle Times/Post-Intelligencer
“A moving and insightful portrait of an emerging society aboard the starship… a substantial, inventive, and satisfying coming-of-age novel.”
“This is powerful, well-thought-out science fiction, with believable characters and fascinating science.
Anvil ponders in new ways some of literature’s oldest themes of justice, conscience and even love… Anvilof Stars is only the most recent proof of the permanent niche [Bear] has carved for himself in the field.”
“Succeeds because of Bear’s ability to create characters the reader can care about… a top-notch space war novel.”
“[A] riveting tale of interplanetary revenge.”
“An incredible adventure. It’s a sequel, but easily stands on its own. It’s thought-provoking and maintains an extremely high interest level throughout. What a frantic pace!”
