"This is a concise and accurate account of genes and what they are in a readable and convenient format." – Sir Paul Nurse, Director, Francis Crick Institute
"Unlike the genetic material itself, this book is short, sharp, and to the point." – Steve Jones, University College London
"We all need to know what genes are. Slack tells us with authority, clarity and grace." – Armand Leroi, Imperial College, London
"The essential guide for getting up to speed with the ever-changing and crazily complex science of genetics." – Adam Rutherford, University College London
"With more heat than light in many areas surrounding genetics, it is refreshing to have such a concise, precise and matter-of-fact introduction to the field. This is strongly recommended to anyone with even a passing interest in a field set to dominate our lives." – Laurence Hurst, Director of The Milner Centre for Evolution, University of Bath