“I have just read Q-23 with pleasure. It is ingenious, well-observed, and specific—the creation of ‘Hair Ban’ is yet another plausible product in fiction, putting me in mind of H. G. Wells’s ‘Tono Bungay’ and Saki’s ‘Filboid Studge.’ My congratulations to my cousin and namesake with my wish that the novel finds many readers.”
—Paul E. Theroux, author of The Great Railway Bazaar, The Old Patagonian Express, The Mosquito Coast,Dark Star Safari, and other bestselling books

“What’s in a name? Great writing has long been associated with the Theroux name. Paul R. Theroux’s novel joins the ranks of Therouxs whose writing is well worth reading. The title of Paul Theroux’s new novel is a very clever play on words. But unlike many books adorned with clever titles, the story embedded in Q-23: A Novel of Espionage and Racqueteering is as clever as the title. I was hooked from the get-go.”
—Kenneth G. Elzinga, Ph.D., author of Murder at the Margin, The Fatal Equilibrium, and A Deadly Indifference

“I have found Q-23 fascinating. I could not put it down and I have taken it everywhere. Paul Theroux has one vivid imagination and yet everything is so plausible. I have really enjoyed the story, especially having been myself in healthcare both in business and government. The book is short as are the chapters, a great formula for a quick, easy, informative and interesting read. Highly recommended!”
—Don M. Newman, former Undersecretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; author,Newman’s Musings: Reflections of a Life

“Q-23 is such a nifty little novel—I loved the happy ending, betrothal, and bad guys thwarted for the rest of their nasty lives. God bless Paul R. Theroux and his great literary imagination.”
—Peter C. S. Theroux, author of Sandstorms