Blind Spots

Imagine a world where a virus hits and makes everyone blind. Then imagine one where sight has been returned, but only for those who can afford it or be lucky enough to be gifted the necessary equipment.

Vidders make it so people can see again, and also introduces all sorts of technology and enhancements unheard of before. They also introduce ways to manipulate crime and chaos which makes for a very fun read.

Blind Spots is fast-paced and hard to put down. It has a unique storyline that is perfect for fans of the Dystopian genre and is one I recommend.

I sincerely appreciate St. Martin's Press for the review copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

I just finished Blind Spots by Thomas Mullen and this is my review!

It's been seven years since everyone in the world suddenly went blind after contracting a virus. It's taken a long time for humanity to get some semblance of normalcy back after everything they all went through. Technology being the largest contributor to giving them back their lives. A device so far advanced it allows the wearer to “see” by downloading visual data right into people's brains. Problem is like all technology, it isn't hack proof and when someone finds a way to change what people are or aren't seeing.... Dire consequences.

Detective Mark Owens has been on the force since before everyone became blind and when he is the lead detective on the murder of a scientist and the only witness says she didn't see anything, no one believes her until the same thing happens right in front of Owens. How can you trust what you are seeing when you need to solve this crime knowing that the tech you wear can be tampered with?

I wasn't sold on this book when I read the synopsis purely because I am not much for books with tech in them but I was intrigued to be sure. The notion that a virus causes blindness and tech is the only way to see, was such a clever and original concept that was elevated by some very artistic writing. The plot was very entertaining and well thought out. The dystopian feel to the book didn't over shadow the tone of the book either.

What didn't I like about it? The character development was sorely lacking and I felt the characters were a little unrelatable and one dimensional. I know a lot of authors tend to sway heavier on either story building or character development but I think that had the characters felt more real, this book would have knocked it out of the park.

Definitely a page turner so if you are into crime fiction with dystopian vibes then this has to be your next read.

4 stars!!

Thank you @stmartinspress and @mullenwrites for my review copy!!!

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