It was also enthusiastically reviewed. Sebastian Faulks in the "Independent on Sunday" said "The scope and grandeur of his reflections is supported by the concrete detail of his narrative. It is a moving and remarkable triumph." In the "Irish Times", Frank McGuinness claimed that "From the horror has come something wonderful. "An Evil Cradling" is a great book... With the publication of "An Evil Cradling", Brian Keenan is not letting the world forget. This is a mighty achievement by a magnificent writer". "The Observer" called it "Scriptural in its resonances and its broad artistry, while being as gripping as an airport thriller" and John Simpson stated that it was "Unforgettable... a remarkable achievement"