“An engaging tale … Nobody who reads Dark Matter will ever think of the real Isaac Newton quite the same way again.”
—Boston Globe
“A robust recreation of life at the end of the 17th century … a most gripping and well-appointed entertainment.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“An illuminating, often crackling exploration into the mysteries of science, mathematics, religion, and human nature … Kerr’s mastery of period detail makes the story all the more delicious.”
—Booklist (starred review)
“An exciting read … The ever-versatile Kerr weaves a rich tapestry of interesting characters and period details.”
—Library Journal (starred review)
“Fascinating … Kerr successfully evokes a dangerous milieu.”
—Washington Post
“An exciting and cleverly written historical thriller … Kerr excels at bringing the past to vivid life.”
—San Francisco Chronicle
“A remarkable feat of evocation.”
—Denver Post
“Intellectually rigorous … rich as history and philosophy.”
—Kirkus Reviews