An Unparalleled Reading Experience

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Being a writer is a lonely existence, especially as you release your work out into the world . . . then wait to hear a response.

Then, from out of nowhere, a review like this comes in -- and the sun shines again. Thanks to Independent Book Review

"Deadly Vision is a tech-savvy political thriller that explores the backstabbing corruption of electoral campaigns, the weight of childhood trauma, and the cost of following dreams that aim too high.

There are a lot of appealing elements to Deadly Vision. The political machinations going on in the background of Taylor’s life, his carefully buried past that surfaces bit by bit, and the relationships he has with those closest to him. The most fascinating aspect has got to be the Virtual Heart Project. A lot of media portrays virtual reality, but it’s usually shown as entertainment. Here, virtual reality is imagined through the lens of something vital and lifesaving. The project that Taylor and his team work on aims to repair heart damage using high-tech VR and minuscule lasers. The scope and thought of this storyline are fantastic.

Deadly Vision balances its themes with finesse. Taylor’s difficult past creates stark shadows against the brightness of his future. There’s a lovely mix of the personal, with Taylor and his team working through their dreams in real time, and the bigger picture, with all of the political drama. Throughout, a sense of high stakes is created on both a private and public sense. While Taylor, his wife, and his team are the people whose lives are immediately affected by the events of the novel, readers are well aware that stakes go well beyond them.

Deadly Vision is a unique and fast-paced read where political intrigue com
bines with compelling family drama, techno-thriller vibes, and a smattering of medical fiction.

This is an unparalleled reading experience."

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