The Foreword promises 'contests that will have you metaphorically sitting on the edge of your seat.'  The book more than lives up to its billing.  The commentary is thorough without being tedious, filled with anecdotes, humour and descriptions that put the reader at the table for each deal. If anything, the Foreword understates the thrills provided by this collection.

— The Bridge World    Date: 2019-01-29

These reports provide much more background and detail that appeared in contemporary reports, drawing on the authors' personal contact with one or more of the players. The authors are not constrained by the space issues of magazines, so they can analyse interesting deals in more detail while omitting prosaic ones. As well, the authors often explore the thinking behind the decisions of the players, thereby providing readers with greater insights.

— Australian Bridge (David Morgan)    Date: 2018-12-28

The analysis is thorough and enlightening.  Most impressive, however, is how the authors connect with the human side of the game. You're part of the action right up to the very last board.  At which point you'll realize you've been holding your breath for an awfully long time.

— ACBL Bulletin    Date: 2018-12-18

Jam-packed with instructive and entertaining deals from an era populated with many of the game's all-time greatest players.

— National Post    Date: 2018-09-18