A review by bettinab
In The Blink of An Eye by Jo Callaghan

dark informative mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This debut has an intriguing premise and a new, unique take on procedural thrillers. I enjoyed the exchange and even banter between human and machine, there were quite a few surprisingly humerous moments. As a thriller/crime, it fell a bit short for me, even though the resolution was one I didn't see coming. I feel the author cramped a lot into this first book, which limited how much suspence could be built - the story seemed to stall here and there. I appreciate there was a need for a good amount of character building, though, and Kat is a likable protagonist. Obviously this was set up to be a series and I'm excited to read the follow-up book.
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