Book Sense "Notable Pick," American Booksellers Association

"Fans of extreme sports will admire Phelan's protagonist, lawyer and athlete Hannah Dain, but even those more at home on the couch will still enjoy the brainy heroine. . . . The sports angle makes an intriguing frame, but it's not really necessary to the success of this series, which boasts a nice mix of desert atmosphere and appealing characters."
     —Booklist

"Hannah Dain could probably whip any wimpy lawyer hero created by the likes of John Grisham or Lisa Scottoline with one arm tied behind her back. . . . [Phelan] keeps us a few breaths short of hyperventilation once again."
     —Chicago Tribune

"Phelan's third mystery [features] winningly brassy Hannah Dain. . . . With enough plot for two or three novels, the finished product is dizzying. . . ."
     —Publishers Weekly

"An interesting, well-told story and a compelling heroine likely to appeal to both men and women alike. . . . [Phelan] is on the right track."
     —Chicago Sun-Times

"Another winner! . . . Phelan expertly combines the legal, the physical, and the emotional for a completely satisfying drama."
     —Margaret Maron, Edgar® Award-winning author

"Phelan's breezy style makes for riveting reading, and her first-hand knowledge of legal matters adds verisimilitude to her storytelling. . . . Hannah is a very attractive point of view character, one who readers quickly grow to admire and care about. . . . The author has struck a delicate balance that will certainly appeal to her audience and leave them craving more."
     —Mystery Scene Magazine

"Phelan skillfully handle[s] the personal, professional, and physical aspects of the story, demonstrat[ing] a thorough knowledge of the law and its intricacies, together with an ability to make the sports aspect of the story come alive. All of these talents are put to excellent use in crafting this entertaining mystery."
     —Deadly Pleasures Magazine