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Critical Praise

"Hamilton's chillingly accurate prose keeps her fine novel buoyant. She is superb in her observation of the natural world and in her examination of psychological nuance. "

———The Washington Post

"Ms. Hamilton has done a nimble job of showing us how precarious the illusion of safety and security really is. "

———The New York Times

"Jane Hamilton has removed all doubts thatshe belongs among the major writers of our time. "

———San Francisco Chronicle

"Stunning prose and unforgettable characters . . . an enthralling tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying ways our lives can spin out of control. "

———Entertainment Weekly

"It takes a writer of rare power and discipline to carry off an achievement like A Map of the World. Hamilton proves here that she is one of the best. "

———Newsweek