Tchaikovsky livens up the tale with intrigue, duels and menagerie of horrifying creatures... The scale of the story expands well beyond the confines of [prison drama], bringing in subterranean adventures, themes about class war and political corruption, and genetic engineering... Set in a dying world where death hovers impatiently over everyone's shoulder, Cage of Souls is a frequently grim read, but it's a compelling journey'

SFX

Tchaikovsky's world-building here is breathtaking... Cage of Souls is a fascinating read and strong ecological tale'

Starburst Magazine

Grotesque and beautiful all at once... A brilliant examination of extremes and the way in which humanity always finds a way to navigate them. Even when others are hell bent on self-destruction'

SciFiNow

Once again Tchaikovsky astounds with his boundless imagination and versatility in his craft

Worlds in Ink