In the Neighbourhood of Fame
The writing is marked with empathy and perception, Van der Zijpp is good at fathoming the odd ways in which people think and love and miscommunicate. Metro Magazine
It’s packed full of astute observation, spinning towards a crisis which doesn’t have a predictable outcome. NZ Herald
...finely tuned observations of relationships and identity, and how easily they can be the making or undoing of each other. NZ Listener
... an adult, thought-provoking and gripping story on a real social issue.
Sunday Star Times
...It explores themes of fidelity, fantasy and fame, and does so with a neat touch and a lovely ability to find the voices of linked but disparate characters. Otago Daily Times
Misconduct
Wonderfully assured and quietly compelling... brings a thoughtfulness and literary grunt to her narrative. Next Magazine
Van der Zijpp writes with assurance and insight. Herald on Sunday
Yes – sharper, edgier, wittier – constantly surprising. O Audacious Book
...an alert and amused attention to human foible and idiosyncrasy. NZ Books
