Those are the last words Jason Dessen hears before the kidnapper knocks him unconscious.
Before he awakens to find himself strapped to a gurney, surrounded by strangers in hazmat suits.
Before a man he’s never met smiles down at him and says, “Welcome back, my friend.”
In this world he’s woken up to, Jason’s life is not the one he knows. His wife is not his wife. His son was never born. And Jason is not an ordinary college professor but a celebrated genius who has achieved something remarkable. Something impossible.
Is it this life or the other that’s the dream? And even if the home he remembers is real, how will Jason make it back to the family he loves?
Reading guide
Why read Dark Matter?
Published in 2016, Dark Matter reflects contemporary themes and storytelling that resonates with today's readers.
It sits at the crossroads of Thriller, Suspense, and Fantasy, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Blake Crouch's work and build a focused reading list.
Recommendations
Books like Dark Matter
If you enjoy Blake Crouch's voice, explore Recursion from the same author to continue in a familiar style.
Within Thriller, readers who liked Dark Matter often gravitate toward Project Hail Mary, The Martian, and Catching Fire — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.
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