“Traits of the Celt of humble circumstances are copied with keen appreciation and unsparing accuracy.”—Scotsman.

“ ... They are full of indescribable charm and pathos.”—Bradford Observer.

“The outstanding merit of this series of stories is that they are absolutely true to life ... the photographic accuracy and minuteness displayed are really marvellous.”—Aberdeen Free Press.

“‘Paddy's Woman and Other Stories’ by Humphrey James; a volume written in the familiar diction of the Ulster people themselves, with perfect realism and very remarkable ability.... For genuine human nature and human relations, and humour of an indescribable kind, we are unable to cite a rival to this volume.”—The World.

“For a fine subtle piece of humour we are inclined to think that ‘A Glass of Whisky’ takes a lot of beating.... In short Mr. Humphrey James has given us a delightful book, and one which does as much credit to his heart as to our head. We shall look forward with a keen anticipation to the next ‘writings’ by this shrewd, ‘cliver,’ and compassionate young author.”—Bookselling.