"Though each installment can stand on its own, Smith weaves them together with his cast of characters and the promise of suspense and political intrigue so that readers new to the series can dive right in, and readers who have followed from the beginning can join up with old friends for another intelligent and lively adventure."-- Horn Book Magazine "The third book of Peak's adventures includes the same engaging narration, exotic settings, and plentiful perils that won the series' debut high praise."-- Booklist "An absorbing wilderness story."-- Kirkus " Smith's reliable attention to the culture, politics, and environmental habitat of his settings is engaging and integral to the action.Details about Hkakabo Razi, flora and fauna, and climbing techniques will appeal to science and sports buffs alike."-- School Library Journal.