First chapter

Upon reading the first chapter, there is a sense of bewilderment as it starts at the end rather than the beginning. I'm intrigued by the impossibility of Dana's situation but at the same time it doesn't engage any empathy.
The prologue is rooted more in reality with Dana and to a lesser extent, Kevin, departing from it with their explanation of her injury. Dana's reaction to her amputation isn't emotional but deep as she analyzes her own reactions and compares them with norms rather than just reacting. They are grounded as seen by their ready understanding of the cops' motivation and assumptions. Yet both the police's reaction to Dana's injury and Kevin's to the accusations shows an undercurrent of distrust and perhaps racism.
The first chapter begins grounded in reality but becomes fantastic when Dana time-travels. Her reaction to this bewildering experience is exceptional and pragmatic. She doesn't bemoan what happened but responds instinctively to the needs of the child. While her actions are considered and selfless, the mother's action show hysteria and helplessness. This formed my impression of Dana, Kevin through his rational analysis and calm interpretation established himself as rational and caring, and this family who just reacted.
I think self-control or the lack of it as seen by these opposing groups is going to come into conflict in the novel.