. . . a rattling good polemic against the rush to condemn human cloning.

New Scientist

Pence makes an important, largely rational and informative argument for a point of view that has not yet been heard in the uproar over human cloning.

San Francisco Chronicle

Thoughtfully written and persuasive. . . . A fine, up-to-date resource for those who need more information about this subject.

Choice Reviews

Occasionally, a new book evokes a sigh of relief. Pence . . . wants to know how a consensus on human cloning can be said to have been reached when only one side of the argument about it has appeared.

Booklist

Regardless of whether one agrees with Pence's main argument, this is a very readable book.

British Medical Journal

With human cloning such a hot topic, there is considerable need for clear explanations of the unresolved and complex science and social and ethical issues. Bioethicist Pence tackles the subject head on, arguing for human cloning as a reproductive option. Pence's strengths include his take on the much-hyped issue of genetic (over)determinism, useful analogies to in-vitro fertilizations, and coherent reasons for preferring regulation over legislative bans....a timely reminder to examine and update library resources on cloning.

Library Journal