"Provocative, Stimulating, and Convincing: This is an unusual and important book that really delivers on its subtitle: The Most Convincing Evidence Yet Compiled For The Survival Of Your Soul. … even if you know something about the evidence for survival, you will probably learn something new. And if the whole field is something that you've never much thought about, this is an ideal place to start. I hope that this book is widely read; it's implications are stunning. Highly recommended." — Dr. Richard G. Petty, author of Healing, Meaning and Purpose

"I enjoyed The Survival Files very much and must admit it introduced me to areas of thought I never before considered. … A MUST READ for anyone facing a terminal illness, or for any relative or spouse of a person in that condition. If there was ever a book written to allay the fear and dread of dying, this is it!" — Marge Rieder, Ph.D., author of Mission to Millboro

"I found The Survival Files to be a well-written, deeply researched, and thought-provoking book. The writing style makes it a hard-to-put-down book."
— Captain Robert L. Snow, author of Looking for Carroll Beckwith

"Allen has written spiritual material that is both profound and easily understood. For the newcomer to these subjects, it speaks clearly with logic and common sense; for those who have studied over years, it re-confirms and clarifies that which we have long known. A MUST READ!"
— Dr. Morris Netherton, author of Past Lives Therapy, and Director of the Netherton Center for Hypno-Therapy

"This unusual and stimulating book delivers more than its title might suggest … the twenty-three cases summarised and discussed here are indeed among the best of their kind … The book is written in the form of a weekend-long dialogue, in the best Platonic tradition, with an anonymous and possibly imaginary 'Old Man' who imparts his considerable knowledge of psychical research past and present to his eager but critical acolyte. … This is an ideal book for absolute beginners, but even advanced students should find something new in it."
— Guy Lyon Playfair, review in the Journal of the Society for Psychical Research, April, 2006.

"An outstanding accomplishment –
"The day I received The Survival Files, I was busier than usual with business responsibilities and the accompanying paperwork. That evening, I took care of some essential personal errands that could not wait another day. By the time I returned home and had my first opportunity to sit down and take stock of the day, it was 10:30 p.m. The Survival Files was on the kitchen table and I decided to take a brief look at it. When I next checked the time, it was 3:30 a.m. … well past my normal bedtime. I got ready for bed and lay there for a quarter of an hour, still considering various issues presented in the book. Although tired, I realized that my desire to continue reading the book had overwhelmed my need to sleep. When, I finished reading the last page of the book, I could see the dawn beginning to peek around the window curtains! This is my testimony that The Survival Files is a 'Hard-To-Put-Down' book, as claimed on its cover, and well worth your time.
      "Mr. Allen has done a masterful job." — Donald Evans, Depoe Bay, Oregon

"An excellent book. … This is the kind of overview I'd want to provide my children when they begin to ask questions about death and the afterlife.… I highly recommend this book for teenagers and adults who are beginning to explore these important issues. … We will all pass through death's door someday and will learn unequivocally the truth for ourselves. And yet, having an accurate roadmap is highly recommended, and The Survival Files delivers just that."
— Paul Helfrich, Editor, Sethnet Journal and New World View

"For me, The Survival Files further confirmed my belief in an afterlife. It's very clear the author has done his research and presented a very compelling case. The doubter's will find it thought provoking and those with some belief will find it convincing. You be the judge, but don't miss this read. I've bought ten copies to give friends, and the response has been unanimously favorable. Everybody has been very impressed; some claiming they just couldn't put it down! I strongly recommend this book to believer's and doubter's alike." — William Jones, San Jose, CA

"A great book." … [FIVE STARS] "This book offers a summary of 23 of the best cases from the annals of psychical research as evidence of survival of consciousness at death. The author takes on the role of a student as he learns about the cases while spending a weekend with an elderly mentor, well versed in psychical research, at a mountain retreat in the Appalachians. … A very interesting, informative, and intriguing read. Even though I had read or heard about most of the 23 cases summarized, I had forgotten about some and found this to be a very good refresher. For the person new to psychical research, this book would be an excellent introduction as the various cases are definitely impressive. The author has clearly explored the subject matter and knows how to respond to the debunkers in each case."
— Michael E. Tymn, Book Review Editor, Academy of Spirituality and Paranormal Studies

"This is another great book for those beginning their journey of exploration. The author spends a weekend with a wise old man discussing the reliability, meaning, and implications of the best evidence for life after death through a consideration of 23 of the best cases. Allen's approach is insightful, inventive, and carefully reasoned. The information is presented in a flowing dialogue style that is easy to both swallow and digest. Altogether, an enjoyable and memorable read."
— Victor Zammit, Website, 2 June 2006.

Those who doubt that our souls live on after our bodies die often contend that such an extraordinary claim demands extraordinary — and non-existent — evidence. Reading The Survival Files, should demolish their doubts. Herein is a carefully researched compilation of 23 cases, both historic and contemporary, that add up to solid proof of life after death. This astonishing compendium is followed by a fascinating exploration of the afterlife, as described by those who have experienced it.
— The Publisher