A review by wyabook234
Blindsighted by Karin Slaughter

challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Blindsighted showcases Karin Slaughter's innate talent for crafting the grittiest and darkest thriller novels. It's a testament to her skill that later established her debut in this genre. Her introduction to Grant County is both brutal and captivating as we delve into the intricate relationships and shattered pasts of these law enforcement agents. It's also about how these flawed fragments of themselves and their families are intertwined with the mystery of the religious-based killings and sexual assaults. The graphic depictions of these murderous acts in this first novel in the series leave no room for doubt about the severity of the predators' vileness.

Its fast-paced narrative divides the attention between Sara, Jeffrey, and Lena, allowing us to understand how their past scars, whether physical or emotional, still haunt them. By the end, it's arguable that they are still grappling with their past trauma along with the aftermath of the case. This dark thriller offers a lot in terms of our absorbing and imperfect characters' struggle for stability, both with each other and within their own lives, as they seek answers for the murder of Lena's sister and the sexual assault of another woman.

Trigger Warning:  This book contains scenes and references of murder and rape, so please be advised if you want to read the beginning of Karin Slaughter's Grant County Series.
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