“This novel is a fascinating commentary on an arts world that has lost its soul and on finding meaning, purpose and understanding through art.”

"… rereleased for the post-pandemic reader and poses some big questions about how we cope with social isolation, lockdown, change and adversity."

"Accompanying a rich narrative of friendship, uncertainty and survival, this novel celebrates the arts and what it truly means to be an artist."

"Pervading Beyond Carousel is a theme of Art and the place of artists in society … Ritchie’s rich and thrilling conclusion satisfactorily answers some of the questions posed in the duology but leaves the reader pondering unresolved ones."

"It is a well-constructed narrative and Nox is an honest and relatable narrator … it is unput-downable."