the book was received quite well in the united states. the historical accuracy of the book is not questionable considering the primary sources it has to prove the information it states correct. some people who described the book called it "gripping" and "an important and compelling account (of the genocide)." ""the burning tigris" does succeed in resurrecting a little-known chapter of the american and as well as the armenian history" - the new york times. the book was praised for the new bits of information it found, such as certain primary sources which were published in the book.