51 pages 1 hour read

Blake Crouch

Dark Matter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Dark Matter is a 2016 science fiction thriller by Blake Crouch that follows Jason Dessen, a physicist who is abducted by a masked man and wakes up in an alternate reality where he must navigate a series of complex and dangerous situations to find his way back to his family. The novel involves themes of identity and choice within the frameworks of parallel universes and the multiverse theory. The book contains scenes of violence and mental health struggles.

Reviews & Readership

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Blake Crouch's Dark Matter is widely praised for its gripping narrative and inventive exploration of alternate realities. Readers commend its fast pace and thought-provoking concepts. However, some critics find the prose simplistic and character development lacking. Overall, the novel is considered a thrilling, mind-bending journey, albeit with some superficial elements.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dark Matter?

Readers who enjoy speculative thrillers will be captivated by Blake Crouch's Dark Matter. Fans of Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park or Andy Weir's The Martian will appreciate the blend of scientific intrigue, fast-paced action, and existential questions. The novel appeals to those who relish complex, mind-bending narratives.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Themes

Life/Time: Midlife

Identity: Masculinity

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology