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The Blind Paradox
Psychologist Beth has experienced more than her fair share of misfortune, but nothing has broken her yet. When life finally feels settled, both in her work at Nexus Eye Clinic, and in her marriage to ophthalmic surgeon, Ivan, a series of tragic and unexplained events begin to make Beth question everyone and everything around her - even the very foundations of scientific knowledge, psychology and medicine.
But what is the trigger for these dark and disturbing happenings? When Beth's family and young patients come under threat, she begins a desperate race to uncover answers to questions she'd never have previously believed possible.
Will Beth be able to outrun the darkness closing in on her and her patients?
In this heart-pounding, cutting-edge psychological thriller that explores the boundaries between science fiction and modern science, no one can anticipate what lies around the corner.
"Shocks, twists and surprises galore, this edge of your seat thriller will keep you gasping and guessing until the final page."
"An exciting, high-octane page-turner thriller examining family, relationships, and groundbreaking developments in medicine and AI technology."
"A rip-roaring roller-coaster of a thriller with well drawn and complex characters. I didn't want the story to end!"
But what is the trigger for these dark and disturbing happenings? When Beth's family and young patients come under threat, she begins a desperate race to uncover answers to questions she'd never have previously believed possible.
Will Beth be able to outrun the darkness closing in on her and her patients?
In this heart-pounding, cutting-edge psychological thriller that explores the boundaries between science fiction and modern science, no one can anticipate what lies around the corner.
"Shocks, twists and surprises galore, this edge of your seat thriller will keep you gasping and guessing until the final page."
"An exciting, high-octane page-turner thriller examining family, relationships, and groundbreaking developments in medicine and AI technology."
"A rip-roaring roller-coaster of a thriller with well drawn and complex characters. I didn't want the story to end!"
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 7, 2025
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About the author
Olivia Rytwinski
12 books20 followersOlivia Rytwinski was born in Worcestershire and now lives in North Yorkshire with her family. She has a BA Honors Degree in English and a professional Postgraduate Degree in Marketing (ACIM). Olivia works as a full-time writer after previously working in Marketing Communications Management and education during her earlier career years.
Olivia has written six contemporary novels:-
- A Family by Design set in the Scottish Highlands
- I Never Knew you set in rural Wensleydale
- Shadowlake, set in The Lake District
- The Actor, Set In Whitby
- The Blue House, set near Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland
- The Blind Paradox set in York and Staithes
Visit my website at :-
https://oliviarytwinski.com/
Available on Amazon and other online booksellers. Her novels can be ordered in all bookstores.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Olivi...
Olivia’s writing and stories stem from her fascination with the workings of the human mind and how relationships and family dynamics evolve over time and struggle amidst all the pressures that modern society brings - and on top of this how we are all under the influence of our inbuilt biological drivers as well as our upbringings and cultural backgrounds, that shape our thoughts and behaviour.
Olivia is especially interested in writing stories about real women’s struggles in the modern era, and gives a strong voice to women from a range of backgrounds and professions; Clinical Psychologist, Actor, Lawyer and aspiring crime writer, Marketing Manager in the pharmaceutical industry, Livery Yard Manager, Conservation Officer.
Olivia gives talks and presentations about her writing and her novels to community groups throughout Yorkshire - sharing her journey to becoming a published author.
Olivia has written six contemporary novels:-
- A Family by Design set in the Scottish Highlands
- I Never Knew you set in rural Wensleydale
- Shadowlake, set in The Lake District
- The Actor, Set In Whitby
- The Blue House, set near Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland
- The Blind Paradox set in York and Staithes
Visit my website at :-
https://oliviarytwinski.com/
Available on Amazon and other online booksellers. Her novels can be ordered in all bookstores.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Olivi...
Olivia’s writing and stories stem from her fascination with the workings of the human mind and how relationships and family dynamics evolve over time and struggle amidst all the pressures that modern society brings - and on top of this how we are all under the influence of our inbuilt biological drivers as well as our upbringings and cultural backgrounds, that shape our thoughts and behaviour.
Olivia is especially interested in writing stories about real women’s struggles in the modern era, and gives a strong voice to women from a range of backgrounds and professions; Clinical Psychologist, Actor, Lawyer and aspiring crime writer, Marketing Manager in the pharmaceutical industry, Livery Yard Manager, Conservation Officer.
Olivia gives talks and presentations about her writing and her novels to community groups throughout Yorkshire - sharing her journey to becoming a published author.
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November 23, 2025
Great read!
Olivia Rytwinski has done it again. I’ve read all her novels to date, and was not disappointed with this, her latest offering. Olivia has mastered the art of the hook, and a good storyline that’ll keep you guessing until the final page. Highly recommended!
Olivia Rytwinski has done it again. I’ve read all her novels to date, and was not disappointed with this, her latest offering. Olivia has mastered the art of the hook, and a good storyline that’ll keep you guessing until the final page. Highly recommended!
December 29, 2025
I've read all of Rytwinski's novels and this one does not disappoint. In this one, the antagonist was revealed to us sooner than in earlier works, but because of those earlier works, I was constantly asking myself, "Is this really the bad guy?". Even when I feel like I've identified the bad guy, Rytwinski reserves just enough info until the end to keep the reader guessing and asking "Why?".
I would mention that this book is not for the faint of heart. There are some themes in this book that I could see as triggering for some, so keep that in mind! This book was fast paced, flowed very well and kept me from wanting to put the book down. I would highly recommend this novel for anyone into the psychological thriller genre!
I would mention that this book is not for the faint of heart. There are some themes in this book that I could see as triggering for some, so keep that in mind! This book was fast paced, flowed very well and kept me from wanting to put the book down. I would highly recommend this novel for anyone into the psychological thriller genre!
December 18, 2025
Olivia Rytwinski delivers another disturbingly twisted tale of intrigue, deception, and heart pounding action. Thriller fans will love the tale woven in a near future Northern England and the haunting deceit perpetrated by an unexpected high functioning villain. Even when I thought I had figured it out, the story turned several more delicious times, keeping me up late to finish!
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December 29, 2025
Unputdownable!
A super read which made me think about future medical possibilities and how things can go terribly wrong with the risks in AI. I thought the characters were intriguing and believable. I can't wait for Olivia's next book!
A super read which made me think about future medical possibilities and how things can go terribly wrong with the risks in AI. I thought the characters were intriguing and believable. I can't wait for Olivia's next book!
November 26, 2025
Clever, intricate, near future/ alternative now fiction. Another must read psychological thriller from Olivia.
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