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Little Eyes

Samanta Schweblin
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Little Eyes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Samanta Schweblin

Little Eyes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Global • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Little Eyes by Samanta Schweblin explores the interactions of individuals worldwide through kentukis, small robot companions controlled remotely by strangers. The narrative examines themes of voyeurism, privacy, and human connection in a digital age, revealing complex dynamics between watchers and participants.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

21,759 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Little Eyes by Samanta Schweblin has garnered acclaim for its imaginative and eerie examination of technology's impact on human interactions. Readers praise its inventive concept and gripping storytelling. However, some critiques mention a lack of character depth and uneven pacing. Overall, a thought-provoking and timely novel that explores the dark side of digital connectivity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Little Eyes?

Readers captivated by Little Eyes by Samanta Schweblin will enjoy psychological fiction with a speculative edge. Ideal for fans of The Circle by Dave Eggers and Black Mirror-esque narratives, this novel explores privacy, technology, and human connection through captivating and eerie storytelling.

3.8

21,759 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Global • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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