“Breathtaking... not a word out of place” ~ San Francisco Chronicle

“A powerful allegory of the 20th century... A great deal of the brilliance of The Tattoo Artist lies in its magpie collecting of 20th century types. Ciment’s portrait of modernity is elegant, powerful and, ultimately, tragic... Stunning.” ~ Newsday

“Boldly conceived.” ~ New York Times Book Review

“Ciment covers cross-cultural terrain, creating a remarkably smart and edgy tale laced with sharp insights into time and change, the nature of the self and the significance of art, folly, and survival.” ~ Booklist *starred review*