The novel was widely praised upon its release, making many national top ten lists.

The novel was highly praised on its release and passed through many editions in several languages.

The novel has also been praised for its gritty realism.

The novel was praised by critics and sold well (50,000 copies in its first year).

His short stories and novels have been widely praised.

The novel is highly praised by many crime fiction critics and writers.

The novel was generally praised and deemed a strong literary debut.

The novel was highly praised when it first came out.

The novel is praised for its creativity and chaotic storyline.

This graphic novel has also been praised by "bringing horror back to Batman."