Eyes of Iris presents a compelling premise: a young woman's Ayahuasca-induced vision of the future that blurs the line between hallucination and reality. Harris clearly draws inspiration from H.G. Wells, and the novel offers some intriguing glimpses into a potential future Earth circa 2300, populated with bizarre inhabitants and facing harrowing circumstances. Iris's detailed account, as relayed through her conversation with Dr. Kairos, is certainly imaginative and sparks curiosity about the possibilities – and dangers – that lie ahead.

However, the execution occasionally falters. While the initial setup is strong, the pacing can feel uneven, and the development of some characters beyond Iris and Dr. Kairos feels somewhat thin. The novel raises thought-provoking questions about technology and humanity's future, but at times, these explorations feel more like exposition than organic parts of the narrative.

Ultimately, Eyes of Iris is a decent read for those who enjoy speculative fiction and stories that play with the nature of perception. It offers some genuinely captivating moments and a unique central mystery, but it doesn't quite reach its full potential in terms of character depth and narrative flow. It's a promising concept that could have been even more impactful with tighter pacing and more fleshed-out supporting elements.

I was surprised at all of the twists and turns in this book - especially the ending! I finished this book in one sitting due to the fast paced way this book read. This felt very different from anything I’ve read before - what a wild ride!

I read this book in one sitting and was captivated the entire time. As someone incredibly dubious of AI, I was relieved by the positioning of AI in this story.