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Blind Site: A Mind-Bending Thriller
Distance is Now a Thing of the Past.
That's what investigator Michaels is learning as he uncovers a series of brutal murders committed by what the media is calling the God's Breath Killer—a mysterious entity that leaves no clues, no logical explanation... and no witnesses.
Until a young woman crosses paths with this killer.
Meet Caitlyn twenty-six, agoraphobic, and blind. She travels the world without leaving home. Caitlyn can blink —sending her mind across earth. It's a skill she's kept hidden, one she shares with this killer.
To the police, it's the How could a blind woman see a crime that didn't leave prints? But to Michaels it's just the break his investigation needs. He's uncovered a pattern among the dead doctors, scientists, and professors--a connection to a Cold War experiment that weaponized the mind.
Now, Caitlyn and Michaels must team up to track down an evil formed by cruel science—an adversary that can bend perception.
Both an unrelenting thriller and a tale of sci-fi horror, Blind Site is a novel of identity and vengeance, a twisted hunt into fractured consciousness itself.
That's what investigator Michaels is learning as he uncovers a series of brutal murders committed by what the media is calling the God's Breath Killer—a mysterious entity that leaves no clues, no logical explanation... and no witnesses.
Until a young woman crosses paths with this killer.
Meet Caitlyn twenty-six, agoraphobic, and blind. She travels the world without leaving home. Caitlyn can blink —sending her mind across earth. It's a skill she's kept hidden, one she shares with this killer.
To the police, it's the How could a blind woman see a crime that didn't leave prints? But to Michaels it's just the break his investigation needs. He's uncovered a pattern among the dead doctors, scientists, and professors--a connection to a Cold War experiment that weaponized the mind.
Now, Caitlyn and Michaels must team up to track down an evil formed by cruel science—an adversary that can bend perception.
Both an unrelenting thriller and a tale of sci-fi horror, Blind Site is a novel of identity and vengeance, a twisted hunt into fractured consciousness itself.
472 pages, Paperback
Published September 20, 2021
About the author
Andrew Van Wey
19 books602 followersAuthor. Recovering Educator. Expat. Mountain Biker. Hunter of Rare Fountain Pens. Roller of Twenty-Sided Dice. Doggie Dad.
Growing up, I was the kid that always had my nose in a few books I shouldn't have. I reached for Stephen King and Clive Barker at a young age, and watched Re-Animator far too early. I spent most of my childhood chasing nightmares.
Now, I get to share them with you.
Want to go deeper? Explore the characters, locations, and full mythology from Beyond the Lost Coast at the official wiki: greywoodbay.com/wiki/
Growing up, I was the kid that always had my nose in a few books I shouldn't have. I reached for Stephen King and Clive Barker at a young age, and watched Re-Animator far too early. I spent most of my childhood chasing nightmares.
Now, I get to share them with you.
Want to go deeper? Explore the characters, locations, and full mythology from Beyond the Lost Coast at the official wiki: greywoodbay.com/wiki/
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July 30, 2023
This is the 2nd book I've read by Andrew Van Wey this year and, although my rating for Blind Site doesn't exactly reflect this, I'm impressed with the author.
I mean, this guy can write. I won't spoil what happens, but a lot of the ending chapters of this book are, quite simply, beautiful. There are many read-it-twice worthy sentences (and even paragraphs) in Blind Site that truly had me impressed. The last sentence here being my favorite:
For the record, I'd like to say that the opening chapters of Blind Site are stunning. This story reeled me in so fast with the paranormal-horror, X-Files vibes that I was sure this would be a new favorite. I'd even argue that the first 100 pages here are really, really compelling and well done.
But somewhere soon after that things just... took the long way to nowhere.
My biggest problem with Blind Site is that the story was bogged down by a tedium of countless perspective shifts, not all of which I felt were necessary. The most egregious of these happens toward the end of the book. Shit is going down, we're in the midst of a car chase, and yet we divert focus from that to jump to the perspective of some random dude who's new electric car has broken down, leaving his family stranded on the side of the road.
Why is the flow of this high intensity scene being interrupted with this kind of unnecessary detail?? What even is the point of that chapter? To show me that the Big Bad Guys in their black SUVs are assholes because they didn't stop for dude with kids on the side of the road? I mean, I already knew they were assholes, so there's no need for an extra scene here, especially in the middle of such a pivotal moment.
I very firmly believe that Blind Site would have been a solid 4 star read if all of these unnecessary bits were clipped right out of it. My copy is a hefty 460 pages. And honestly, I'd argue that a good 100 of those pages needed to be condensed or trimmed out of this narrative entirely.
Most of the chapters in this book are short and punchy perspective shifts that bounce the reader from person to person and place to place at a seemingly quick pace. As contradictory as it sounds, the quick, punchy scenes began to feel monotonous. Too many of them don't move the story forward enough and just show us the same part of the narrative from a different angle. Which maybe wouldn't be so bad in small doses if I felt like we spent enough time with the main characters.
Unfortunately, and here's maybe my second biggest complaint, I felt like we didn't get to know the main characters as well as I wanted to. One of the best aspects of The X-Files is not just the main characters themselves, but their dynamic together as partners. I wanted that so badly from this story between Michaels and Carruthers and Caitlyn.
And yeah, there are a couple cool moments between Michaels and Carruthers that gave me a hint of the Scully/Mulder dynamic. Caitlyn was perhaps the most fleshed out of the lot, and I can say that I liked all three of them. But I didn't really know them.
And when your book is 460 goddamn pages long, that's a shame.
I wanted more quiet moments with our main characters. Moments where I could enjoy Van Wey's lovely writing and get to know the team. Moments where they are interacting with each other and/or reacting to the world they are in. Moments where they feel human. Like this:
This scene of Caitlyn waking up and checking her phone is probably the strongest, most concise scene of character development in the whole book. Not only did I learn a huge amount of information about her, but it also made her feel like a real human being. It was lovely and quiet and we didn't need 3 perspective shifts or some BIG plot event to get there.
I guess what I'm saying is that there's a bit too much action and movement in this narrative, and it's to the detriment of the characters and pacing. I could never quite shake the feeling that the number of pages I was turning while reading this book didn't match up with the snail's pace at which we were moving through the plot. It was like things were happening, but at the same time they weren't.
Like I said, this story took the long way to nowhere.
The last thing I want to comment on is the disability representation in this book. Caitlyn is blind and I felt that, for the most part, she was an ok representative of the disability community. I really liked that this comment was included:
Unfortunately, other than this, there really isn't much discussion around disability in this book, which is an absolute missed opportunity. In all honesty, it makes me feel like Caitlyn's disability was more of a plot device than a defining quality of her character. And that's just... a big YIKES.
And I don't want to spoil too much so I can't say a lot, but there was a thing at the end of the book regarding Caitlyn's disability that just rubbed me the wrong way. It was not done in an offensive way, but I will never not be offended by this kind of content in regards to disabled characters. If you're curious and don't mind spoilers, feel free to message me and I'd be happy to explain and share my thoughts.
All that being said... I've decided on a 3 out of 5 star rating for this one.
But nevertheless... I will be buying and reading every single one of Andrew Van Wey's other books, including the sequel to this one. Despite this being an average read for me, I wasn't joking about being impressed with the author.
I've already looked for signed copies on his website and plan on ordering one very soon. Head Like a Hole was really good and, like I said, the guy can fucking write.
I mean, this guy can write. I won't spoil what happens, but a lot of the ending chapters of this book are, quite simply, beautiful. There are many read-it-twice worthy sentences (and even paragraphs) in Blind Site that truly had me impressed. The last sentence here being my favorite:
A glistening form, nude and wreathed in smoke, hung in the air with arms outstretched. Wet hair clung to her breasts, curtains over a heaving chest. Her stomach was translucent. Where hips should have met thighs, flickering ribbons swayed, like kelp in grey water.
Warmth dribbled down Roger's leg, his courage pooling in his size eleven boots. (p.4)
For the record, I'd like to say that the opening chapters of Blind Site are stunning. This story reeled me in so fast with the paranormal-horror, X-Files vibes that I was sure this would be a new favorite. I'd even argue that the first 100 pages here are really, really compelling and well done.
But somewhere soon after that things just... took the long way to nowhere.
My biggest problem with Blind Site is that the story was bogged down by a tedium of countless perspective shifts, not all of which I felt were necessary. The most egregious of these happens toward the end of the book. Shit is going down, we're in the midst of a car chase, and yet we divert focus from that to jump to the perspective of some random dude who's new electric car has broken down, leaving his family stranded on the side of the road.
Why is the flow of this high intensity scene being interrupted with this kind of unnecessary detail?? What even is the point of that chapter? To show me that the Big Bad Guys in their black SUVs are assholes because they didn't stop for dude with kids on the side of the road? I mean, I already knew they were assholes, so there's no need for an extra scene here, especially in the middle of such a pivotal moment.
I very firmly believe that Blind Site would have been a solid 4 star read if all of these unnecessary bits were clipped right out of it. My copy is a hefty 460 pages. And honestly, I'd argue that a good 100 of those pages needed to be condensed or trimmed out of this narrative entirely.
Most of the chapters in this book are short and punchy perspective shifts that bounce the reader from person to person and place to place at a seemingly quick pace. As contradictory as it sounds, the quick, punchy scenes began to feel monotonous. Too many of them don't move the story forward enough and just show us the same part of the narrative from a different angle. Which maybe wouldn't be so bad in small doses if I felt like we spent enough time with the main characters.
Unfortunately, and here's maybe my second biggest complaint, I felt like we didn't get to know the main characters as well as I wanted to. One of the best aspects of The X-Files is not just the main characters themselves, but their dynamic together as partners. I wanted that so badly from this story between Michaels and Carruthers and Caitlyn.
And yeah, there are a couple cool moments between Michaels and Carruthers that gave me a hint of the Scully/Mulder dynamic. Caitlyn was perhaps the most fleshed out of the lot, and I can say that I liked all three of them. But I didn't really know them.
And when your book is 460 goddamn pages long, that's a shame.
I wanted more quiet moments with our main characters. Moments where I could enjoy Van Wey's lovely writing and get to know the team. Moments where they are interacting with each other and/or reacting to the world they are in. Moments where they feel human. Like this:
With a sign, Caitlyn opens her eyes. She reaches out, tracing the edge of the space before her. A coffee table. A stack of photographs. A joint, half-ashed and skunky. She feels this all, home. Her fingers find her smartphone, unlocking it. (p.19)
This scene of Caitlyn waking up and checking her phone is probably the strongest, most concise scene of character development in the whole book. Not only did I learn a huge amount of information about her, but it also made her feel like a real human being. It was lovely and quiet and we didn't need 3 perspective shifts or some BIG plot event to get there.
I guess what I'm saying is that there's a bit too much action and movement in this narrative, and it's to the detriment of the characters and pacing. I could never quite shake the feeling that the number of pages I was turning while reading this book didn't match up with the snail's pace at which we were moving through the plot. It was like things were happening, but at the same time they weren't.
Like I said, this story took the long way to nowhere.
The last thing I want to comment on is the disability representation in this book. Caitlyn is blind and I felt that, for the most part, she was an ok representative of the disability community. I really liked that this comment was included:
"No, no, it's fine. I understand." Caitlyn smiles. He sounds cute. And she is aware that her blindness is often disarming. Some see her disability and mistake it for vulnerability. (p. 38)
Unfortunately, other than this, there really isn't much discussion around disability in this book, which is an absolute missed opportunity. In all honesty, it makes me feel like Caitlyn's disability was more of a plot device than a defining quality of her character. And that's just... a big YIKES.
And I don't want to spoil too much so I can't say a lot, but there was a thing at the end of the book regarding Caitlyn's disability that just rubbed me the wrong way. It was not done in an offensive way, but I will never not be offended by this kind of content in regards to disabled characters. If you're curious and don't mind spoilers, feel free to message me and I'd be happy to explain and share my thoughts.
All that being said... I've decided on a 3 out of 5 star rating for this one.
But nevertheless... I will be buying and reading every single one of Andrew Van Wey's other books, including the sequel to this one. Despite this being an average read for me, I wasn't joking about being impressed with the author.
I've already looked for signed copies on his website and plan on ordering one very soon. Head Like a Hole was really good and, like I said, the guy can fucking write.
April 29, 2023
Wow! That was amazing! It was police procedural with a secret government agency thrown in for good measure. There was science fiction mixed with conspiracy theory to keep it all very entertaining. Some people thought it was a bit too long and I can understand that. It almost seemed like the last 1/3 could have been book 2 but then people would have complained it was a cliffhanger. Personally, I thought it was very exciting and very well written. I will definitely be reading book 2 before too long. I won this in a Goodreads Giveaway and I am so glad I did. Excellent and entertaining book.
September 10, 2021
An invisible killer is murdering people in the most ghastly way possible, tearing them apart from the inside. A neuro-divergent investigator from the Foundation (a classified organization which doesn’t officially exist) teams up with a female FBI agent on the cusp of retirement and a blind woman who can leave her body at will in order to stop the slaughter.
Blind Site is a fantastic story, very original in this era of thriller-overload. I was captivated from the beginning, completely hooked by the plot and characters that leap from the page. Point of view switches between Michaels, the Foundation representative with an unnamed neurological disorder; Denise Carruthers, a middle-aged FBI agent who is separating from her wife and struggling to let her college-age daughter choose her own future; and Caitlyn Grey, a young blind woman with agoraphobia who makes a living by ‘blinking:’ stepping out of her body to travel to remote places, searching out specialized getaways for her wealthy clients. In addition, several secondary characters get their own time on the page and stage, but Van Wey handles this so deftly that I never once got confused as to whose head we were in.
In addition to the storyline, the actual writing is top-notch. Use of language and metaphor and specific descriptive details give color and nuance to what is already a good read. In some places I found the prose to be a bit distracting, because it is so good it calls attention to itself rather than the story, but not so much that I found it bothersome.
I did have a couple of brain-niggles that wanted explanation for things that didn’t quite add up (why an immaterial being should leave footprints, for example) but I was able for the most part to suspend my disbelief, because Van Wey has done such thorough research for every bit of his story that his knowledge and authority shine through at every point without becoming pedantic.
The story changes vectors about halfway through, transforming from an investigation to a more action-oriented damage control operation. I found the second half less interesting then the first, although definitely still worth reading. There’s a very long and detailed car chase which I could have done without, but I am someone who is usually bored by car chases in movies, so this might just be a personal tic.
All in all, highly recommended.
(I received a free ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review.)
Blind Site is a fantastic story, very original in this era of thriller-overload. I was captivated from the beginning, completely hooked by the plot and characters that leap from the page. Point of view switches between Michaels, the Foundation representative with an unnamed neurological disorder; Denise Carruthers, a middle-aged FBI agent who is separating from her wife and struggling to let her college-age daughter choose her own future; and Caitlyn Grey, a young blind woman with agoraphobia who makes a living by ‘blinking:’ stepping out of her body to travel to remote places, searching out specialized getaways for her wealthy clients. In addition, several secondary characters get their own time on the page and stage, but Van Wey handles this so deftly that I never once got confused as to whose head we were in.
In addition to the storyline, the actual writing is top-notch. Use of language and metaphor and specific descriptive details give color and nuance to what is already a good read. In some places I found the prose to be a bit distracting, because it is so good it calls attention to itself rather than the story, but not so much that I found it bothersome.
I did have a couple of brain-niggles that wanted explanation for things that didn’t quite add up (why an immaterial being should leave footprints, for example) but I was able for the most part to suspend my disbelief, because Van Wey has done such thorough research for every bit of his story that his knowledge and authority shine through at every point without becoming pedantic.
The story changes vectors about halfway through, transforming from an investigation to a more action-oriented damage control operation. I found the second half less interesting then the first, although definitely still worth reading. There’s a very long and detailed car chase which I could have done without, but I am someone who is usually bored by car chases in movies, so this might just be a personal tic.
All in all, highly recommended.
(I received a free ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review.)
September 28, 2021
What is truly the difference between justice and vengeance? This is the question posed in Andrew Van Wey's Blindsite. In the late '80s/early '90s, a government-led program (read here as testing/torture chamber) pushed a dozen subjects to their limits to see what the human mind is capable of doing. Now, 30 years later, an invisible force is tracking down all those involved one by one and tearing them apart. When agents Michaels and Carruthers hit a dead end, they get a cryptic call from a woman claiming she witnessed one of these gruesome maulings. They surmise it can't be possible because she's blind. But when the impossible is already happening right before their eyes, how can they deny any chance they have to stop it?
One thing readers will thoroughly enjoy is how the storyline plays out. They'll think for a long time that they know what's going on. Then they'll see how much of the novel they still have left and have an "Oh no, wait, what's going to happen now?" moment. The way the twists and revelations unfold ensure readers will keep guessing and then keep being surprised. The pacing keeps you on your toes for the entire novel.
Another element I think readers will enjoy is that each character has a vital role, and the readers get to witness them all simultaneously. Their seemingly insignificant discoveries, when combined, paint a picture of the shocking truth behind it all. Readers will be able to infer some of the answers before the investigators do, so they'll get that feeling of dread we all love from the best horror films/novels.
The biggest drawback to the novel is some of the lexicon used. Van Wey poured a lot of time and effort into using the proper terminology for the science and the evidence for the murders. While this does a great job of painting a detailed picture, a casual reader may not understand many of the terms used. If this is your first foray into thriller/horror, you may find yourself googling several definitions.
Now with the rating, I had some difficulty. I would say it was a solid four out of five for the first 80%. But that last 20% is where all the small pieces throughout the novel came together to give it an intense, heart-racing, rage-inducing ending. So I have to give it 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Lastly, Blindsite is not a book for the faint of heart. As mentioned above, the violence contained within is brutal and very detailed. But if that doesn't bother you, and you enjoy horror/thriller novels amplified by science fiction, this will be a perfect read for you.
I received an advanced copy of this novel for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
One thing readers will thoroughly enjoy is how the storyline plays out. They'll think for a long time that they know what's going on. Then they'll see how much of the novel they still have left and have an "Oh no, wait, what's going to happen now?" moment. The way the twists and revelations unfold ensure readers will keep guessing and then keep being surprised. The pacing keeps you on your toes for the entire novel.
Another element I think readers will enjoy is that each character has a vital role, and the readers get to witness them all simultaneously. Their seemingly insignificant discoveries, when combined, paint a picture of the shocking truth behind it all. Readers will be able to infer some of the answers before the investigators do, so they'll get that feeling of dread we all love from the best horror films/novels.
The biggest drawback to the novel is some of the lexicon used. Van Wey poured a lot of time and effort into using the proper terminology for the science and the evidence for the murders. While this does a great job of painting a detailed picture, a casual reader may not understand many of the terms used. If this is your first foray into thriller/horror, you may find yourself googling several definitions.
Now with the rating, I had some difficulty. I would say it was a solid four out of five for the first 80%. But that last 20% is where all the small pieces throughout the novel came together to give it an intense, heart-racing, rage-inducing ending. So I have to give it 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Lastly, Blindsite is not a book for the faint of heart. As mentioned above, the violence contained within is brutal and very detailed. But if that doesn't bother you, and you enjoy horror/thriller novels amplified by science fiction, this will be a perfect read for you.
I received an advanced copy of this novel for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 17, 2021
Review of digital ARC
A flicker. A shimmer. A floating figure.
Another person, dead. Torn apart . . . from the inside.
It happens again. And again. The media dubs it the God’s Breath Killer.
How is it that a young, blind woman may be the only salvation from this unseen evil?
Readers will find themselves pulled into the telling of the tale from the outset. And what a tale it is! An invisible killer with a ghastly agenda, a non-existent organization, and non-stop action. Agent Michaels, Caitlyn Grey, and FBI Agent Denise Carruthers stand against an onslaught of evil that, despite their best efforts, continues to claim its victims.
Believable characters and an impressively awesome plot keep the pages turning as the unfolding narrative springs a plethora of surprises that keep the reader a bit off-balance and, at the same time, seem to make the covertly-conducted mind control experiments seem truly real.
Despite the gritty, gruesome scenes throughout the narrative, readers will find it difficult to set this book aside before turning the final page. And, although a few questions remain unanswered, the denouement is likely to bring a smile or two.
Until . . . . .
Highly recommended.
A flicker. A shimmer. A floating figure.
Another person, dead. Torn apart . . . from the inside.
It happens again. And again. The media dubs it the God’s Breath Killer.
How is it that a young, blind woman may be the only salvation from this unseen evil?
Readers will find themselves pulled into the telling of the tale from the outset. And what a tale it is! An invisible killer with a ghastly agenda, a non-existent organization, and non-stop action. Agent Michaels, Caitlyn Grey, and FBI Agent Denise Carruthers stand against an onslaught of evil that, despite their best efforts, continues to claim its victims.
Believable characters and an impressively awesome plot keep the pages turning as the unfolding narrative springs a plethora of surprises that keep the reader a bit off-balance and, at the same time, seem to make the covertly-conducted mind control experiments seem truly real.
Despite the gritty, gruesome scenes throughout the narrative, readers will find it difficult to set this book aside before turning the final page. And, although a few questions remain unanswered, the denouement is likely to bring a smile or two.
Until . . . . .
Highly recommended.
September 29, 2021
Andrew Van Wey keeps me up at night!
His writings compel me to keep reading...urge my readers curiosity to press through for "one more chapter, one more page" and soon enough it's "Cancel my appointments! Clear my schedule!"
Perhaps I'm being facetious here. But when I got my readers copy of Van Weys newest novel, Blind Site, I made sure I was ready to be led into another session of compelling story line as he is so skilled with presenting his readers.
I was not disappointed. And as is is known of me, I do not spend time telling readers plots of stories. The book cover blurb does that well enough. And if you are new to Van Wey, just know this...he is an artist. His medium is the printed word. His effect? Your imagination will be his to guide, to manipulate, mold and form, and once finished, will surely stay with you.
Enjoy!
Review by Dean M Watts
His writings compel me to keep reading...urge my readers curiosity to press through for "one more chapter, one more page" and soon enough it's "Cancel my appointments! Clear my schedule!"
Perhaps I'm being facetious here. But when I got my readers copy of Van Weys newest novel, Blind Site, I made sure I was ready to be led into another session of compelling story line as he is so skilled with presenting his readers.
I was not disappointed. And as is is known of me, I do not spend time telling readers plots of stories. The book cover blurb does that well enough. And if you are new to Van Wey, just know this...he is an artist. His medium is the printed word. His effect? Your imagination will be his to guide, to manipulate, mold and form, and once finished, will surely stay with you.
Enjoy!
Review by Dean M Watts
February 14, 2023
Blind Site: will bend your mind!
There are things the average human will never understand and even more that can never be explained. Generally, it's not required of us to understand or comprehend these unknowns. We go our way willingly oblivious to organizations, institutions, and individuals that live in the shadows. When unexplainable events do happen it may be too late. 'Blind Site' will have you questioning whether the old axiom of 'seeing is believing' still holds. This is an excellent thriller that will keep you second-guessing everything. The Audible book by Tom Jordan is wonderful.
There are things the average human will never understand and even more that can never be explained. Generally, it's not required of us to understand or comprehend these unknowns. We go our way willingly oblivious to organizations, institutions, and individuals that live in the shadows. When unexplainable events do happen it may be too late. 'Blind Site' will have you questioning whether the old axiom of 'seeing is believing' still holds. This is an excellent thriller that will keep you second-guessing everything. The Audible book by Tom Jordan is wonderful.
September 23, 2021
This was a very exciting book with a fresh and imaginative storyline.
The characters were well defined and carved out. I knew exactly who they were and I cared about what happened to them.
The writing was superb and engaging; however, I do feel that some editing would be in order. Some of the action in the book was hindered because it just took too long to “get there”. A good editor could round out the edges and cut this book down a bit.
The characters were well defined and carved out. I knew exactly who they were and I cared about what happened to them.
The writing was superb and engaging; however, I do feel that some editing would be in order. Some of the action in the book was hindered because it just took too long to “get there”. A good editor could round out the edges and cut this book down a bit.
September 25, 2021
This was a really fun read.
A bizarre case of an invisible killer with super strength. Agent Michaels finds similarities between these unusual cases and uses the help of a blind woman who is able to "blink" or send herself outside of her body.
Agent Michaels is a great character. After reading Blind Site I felt that anyone that likes to read the Pendergast books would definitely enjoy this one. I really enjoy Van Wey's writing style, which makes me keep turning the pages.
A bizarre case of an invisible killer with super strength. Agent Michaels finds similarities between these unusual cases and uses the help of a blind woman who is able to "blink" or send herself outside of her body.
Agent Michaels is a great character. After reading Blind Site I felt that anyone that likes to read the Pendergast books would definitely enjoy this one. I really enjoy Van Wey's writing style, which makes me keep turning the pages.
October 7, 2021
A fantastic book! The government experimented with remote viewing e.i. Astral projection. The side effects were drastic and the program was ended. Now, years later, there are a series of abnormal deaths. A person, not part of the experiment, is discovered to have astral projection. Will she assist the government in finding the serial killer. Many twists and turns up to the end. Characters are well developed and come alive as you read this book.
October 19, 2021
Really a 3.5 but that’s not allowed.
Why not a four? The only official who knew everything that was going on and had an unofficial reason to live dies at the end in an accident caused by a uncatchable killer. Plenty of other people died but the killer had a reason to take them out. The killer was insane but in his insanity was his reason. Also the author asked me to suspend a little too much logic and reason.
Why not a four? The only official who knew everything that was going on and had an unofficial reason to live dies at the end in an accident caused by a uncatchable killer. Plenty of other people died but the killer had a reason to take them out. The killer was insane but in his insanity was his reason. Also the author asked me to suspend a little too much logic and reason.
September 27, 2023
Andrew, I love your writing and want so much to give one of your books a 5-star rating but I always run into the same issue- you get a tad bit long-winded. Your story premises are so intriguing but sometimes my eyes glaze over with the details and the story loses its pacing. Blind Site has a great premise, loved the characters, perfectly placed, story-appropriate jokes/quips, vivid descriptions, and overall excellent writing. Just edit a little, Andrew! You're an awesome writer :). 3.5 stars
July 22, 2026
So good!
This was my first time reading this author but certainly not my last. From the first page the story gripped me. I love the author's writing style. He writes in such vivid description that a lot of the times I felt that I was actually watching a movie, instead of reading a book. The plot was solid, the characters were throughly fleshed out and the high tension and action was on point throughout the entire book! Definitely worth the read!
This was my first time reading this author but certainly not my last. From the first page the story gripped me. I love the author's writing style. He writes in such vivid description that a lot of the times I felt that I was actually watching a movie, instead of reading a book. The plot was solid, the characters were throughly fleshed out and the high tension and action was on point throughout the entire book! Definitely worth the read!
October 8, 2021
Distance can be solved by science, but is there a downside? I really was drawn in by all the characters and their reactions to the long term effects. They join together when a serial killer appears to be targeting the people involved in this human experiment of astral projection. If you liked X-Files, you’ll enjoy this book.
November 15, 2021
Solid thriller with a cast of interesting characters. I listened to the audio. The reason this gets 5 stars rather than 4, my usual for a thriller type book, is that it was just a little unpredictable all the way up until the end. While I had figured out some of it, I hadn’t figured out all of it, and that kept me coming back to get to the next part. Exactly what a thriller is supposed to be!
August 29, 2022
Sometimes the Internet is amazing. I some how stumbled upon this author and so glad I did. This is the first book of his I have read and can't wait to start book two. Excellent story that kept me guessing and engrossed. A author definitely worth adding to your reading/following list!! Book 2 here I come. . .
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September 21, 2021I loved Blind Site. It was intriguing and you actually get attached to the people in it. I really liked
the girl who lived alone and was blind. She was someone you could see. The book is almost
like a science fiction, but not exactly. It surprises you.
the girl who lived alone and was blind. She was someone you could see. The book is almost
like a science fiction, but not exactly. It surprises you.
October 21, 2021
I won this book in a goodreads giveaway.
I enjoyed this book so much that I plan to read it again. The main character, Caitlin, is blind, but she can see what others can't. I highly recommend that you follow her on this thrilling adventure.
I enjoyed this book so much that I plan to read it again. The main character, Caitlin, is blind, but she can see what others can't. I highly recommend that you follow her on this thrilling adventure.
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October 23, 2021
A great book about open mindedness and vengeance. I really enjoyed the storytelling and hope this author will continue to take his readers on incredible journeys.
Thanks to LibraryThing for the Kindle copy. Four out of five stars.
Thanks to LibraryThing for the Kindle copy. Four out of five stars.
August 9, 2023
4.5 stars... excellent read. Fun fact I learned: Autopsy is Greek for "see for oneself." Plus, many other random facts that I found interesting. The writing, as always, was top-notch. Andrew Van Wey is starting to become my new King.
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October 20, 2021L
Loved this book. Couldn't quite figure out how e everything gelled together at first but then it did. Great right to the end.
Loved this book. Couldn't quite figure out how e everything gelled together at first but then it did. Great right to the end.
November 5, 2021
Weird!
Weird doesn’t begin to describe this book! I’m still trying to figure out if I liked it or not! I couldn’t put it down, I had to finish it!
Weird doesn’t begin to describe this book! I’m still trying to figure out if I liked it or not! I couldn’t put it down, I had to finish it!
March 22, 2022
This story is packed with adventure and will keep you entertained for hours.
April 29, 2022
I loved this book! The characters are well-developed and interesting people. The story is both compelling and intriguing. I definitely recommend this book!
January 12, 2023
SUPER INTEREST. MONTAUK FLASHBACKS
February 22, 2023
My new favorite author
This reminds me of when I first discovered Stephen King books. Great story! I recommend it highly. Brings to mind The stand
This reminds me of when I first discovered Stephen King books. Great story! I recommend it highly. Brings to mind The stand
January 21, 2025
This book was amazing. Great passing throughout the story. Its a highly entertaining read.
September 17, 2021
Goodreads giveaway. This starts out with a bang and has a plot line with a tremendous amount of potential. I did enjoy it, but I also think it’s 200 pages longer than it needs to be, and could use some serious tightening up. There’s a lot of extraneous stuff that doesn’t really add to the story and that at times even slows the narrative down (it gets moving about a quarter of the way in, prior to that I was seriously considering throwing in the towel, even taking a pretty great first chapter into account). A good edit would tighten up the narrative and keep the story moving, making for a much faster and more focused read.
January 30, 2025
My second book by Andrew. I enjoyed the first. This novel is incredibly boring. Lots of characters in and out of the story line with no introduction. Overall, just moves at a snails pace. If there were a few twists, wrinkles or new story line it would be better. Unfortunately we never get to that...just pokes along. Blind woman who can mentally teleport thru space to other areas while chasing a bad guy who can do the same...it's nothing new. 3 hours left ...trying to push thru. I actually enjoy Andew's style of writing and the narrator is awesome.
September 22, 2021
Received as an ARC ( ebook version ), this an honest review. Beware this book and avoid it if you don't want to be sucked into an adrenaline rush of an adventure because you won't be leaving your seat until the story is finished. Question everything, for this subtle and wickedly nuanced mystery is a complex web of deadly lies.... hauntingly memorable. The audiobook version narrated by Tom Jordan, does an absolutely impeccable job of giving this book the haunting, profound and deeply poignancy Blind Site rightfully deserves. Highly recommended.
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