"A potent debut."

-- Publisher's Weekly

"Mendicino, nicely balancing humor and drama digs deeply into his character's buffeted psyche, depicting with perceptive characterization the profound dilemma of a ruined man finding his way back to a place of balance."

--Richard Labonte, Book Marks

"This first time novelist hits a home run with this multi-layer story of a gay man coming of age and finally accepting his sexuality, after two decades of trying to convince himself he could be a "normal' husband and father. ..... A powerful, emotional,well-written story, which I strongly recommend. I give it five eloquent stars out of five!"

-- Bob Lind, Echo Magazine

"Thoughtful, textured and poignant, the book focuses on the depths of a man’s life rather than its string of salacious highlights."

-- Beth Greenfield, Time Out New York

"Compelling characterizations and intricate tale of redemption and self-acceptance, exceeds all expectations. With its dark overtones and message of hope and courage, it is a read that both rewards and enlightens. There is no doubt that Probation has the potential to become a classic of gay-themed literature."

-- Robb C. Sewell, EDGE

"An engaging, witty debut."

-- The Advocate

"[An] accomplished, moving debut ...... Mendicino's winning combination of solid plot, engaging contemporary characterization, and sharp prose foretell more polished novels to come. This is an impressive beginning from a writer to watch."

-- Jim Piechota, Bay Area Reporter

"For anyone caught in the struggle for self, this is a dynamite book for learning to accept who you are and what you truly want in life."

-- Philadelphia Gay News

"Rarely has the dark night of the soul been so compellingly captured."

-- OutSmart Magazine