Great, they give blind kids guns," I said, trying to lessen his horror. "I don't even let Iggy have a gun. Usually.
In this excerpt from "Angel" by James Patterson, the narrator responds to someone’s shock or concern about a situation involving children and guns. They attempt to downplay the severity by sarcastically suggesting that it’s surprising they provide guns even to blind kids, highlighting a sense of chaos or disbelief. The narrator also mentions that they typically don't allow their own child, Iggy, to have a gun, emphasizing a more cautious or responsible attitude toward firearm use. The quote underscores themes of safety, debate over gun access, and the contrast between different approaches to handling weapons in their world.