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Here is the story of the strangest torture any man ever suffered. And he created that torture himself! Suddenly, Dr. Charles Xavier had the most powerful eyes in the world! He could see through walls and learn anyone's secrets, read another card player's hand, strip a woman visually of her clothes—or even her flesh! He had hoped to use his discovery as an aid in surgery. But the more he saw of humanity, the more horrible secrets he learned, the more he realized that his discovery was a curse and not the blessing he'd dreamed it would be. Then, Charles Xavier found the worst was yet to come, for soon he would be able to see to the very core of the universe and look on the naked face of creation—which humankind was forbidden to see!
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Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
A dark science fantasy exploring a doctor's descent into madness after gaining X-ray vision. Contains disturbing psychological horror, voyeuristic themes (visual objectification of women), and existential dread as the protagonist sees forbidden cosmic truths.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include body horror, mental illness, and obsession (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Older teens interested in psychological horror and cautionary tales about unchecked ambition will find this darkly philosophical.