Mind Games

Disillusionists, Book 1

Justine knows she's going to die. Any second now.

Justine Jones has a secret. A hardcore hypochondriac, she’s convinced a blood vessel is about to burst in her brain. Then, out of the blue, a startlingly handsome man named Packard peers into Justine’s soul and invites her to join his private crime-fighting team. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime deal.

With a little of Packard’s hands-on training, Justine can weaponize her neurosis, turning it outward on Midcity’s worst criminals, and finally get the freedom from fear she’s always craved. End of problem. Or is it?

In Midcity, a dashing police chief is fighting a unique breed of outlaw with more than human powers. And while Justine’s first missions, including one against a nymphomaniac husband-killer, are thrilling successes, there is more to Packard than meets the eye. Soon, while battling her attraction to two very different men, Justine is plunging deeper into a world of wizardry, eroticism, and cosmic secrets. With Packard’s help, Justine has freed herself from her madness - only to discover a reality more frightening than anyone’s worst fears.

Listen to more of the Disillusionists trilogy.©2010 Carolyn Crane (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Mind Games is a violent U-Turn in a fresh direction, signaling the dynamic and welcome arrival of both Carolyn Crane and the most unique urban fantasy heroine I’ve seen on page in a long while, Justine Jones. And like Justine, Midcity is brightly imagined, beautifully dangerous, and perfectly flawed. Flashy and stylish, this is urban fantasy’s new shot-in-the-arm." (Vicki Pettersson, The New York Times)

Crazy Head Rush

The entire premise of disillusionment is baffling and a little scary. I feel like this happens in real life to greater and lesser degrees and the power some people hold over others is scary. This book through words and excellent narration draws you in from the start!

Awesome

I am impressed with this book. The first chapter had me thinking it wouldn't be good but it turned around fast.
I've read (or listened to) so many paranormal romances, this one is unique, I've never seen a plot like this. On top of that it was so good I couldn't put it down. The author gave the reader what they would want. I've never written a review before but I thought this book deserved it.

Definitely original, but...

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Ok so this story is definitely original, intriguiging and thought provoking but I had a hard time really finding any type of connection to any of the characters until the end of the book and still it wasn't a strong connection. I also got confused a lot on the characters, like who is that person again? Oh yeah that guy, wait no I was wrong! That irritates me when the characters are inconstant. The narrator does a good job though.
Would I recomend this to my followers??? Meh... I will hold off until I finish the series.
It was steady and kept my attention but it was not an absolute must have. I will finish the series though and write reviews for those books too. It is the originality of the story line that caught my attention. It did pique my interest enough to read the rest of the series. Hopefully the characters will be better written in the next two books.


HAPPY LISTENING!!

Unique Story Idea.

What does Rebecca Wisocky bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I really enjoyed This narration. Wisocky did an fabulous job. I would listen to other books narrated by her.

Any additional comments?

I'm planning on listening to the rest of this series.

Good Story, Exceptional Voice Actor

I started to title this "Best Voice Actor...," but her character voices have very little differentiation. However, every other aspect of her work is superb in this (and I plan to listen to her other titles right away). Truly interesting line readings make up for whatever perceived lack there is in characterizations. I found myself eager to return to what is an interesting story, but primarily to listen to her. A voice actor can ruin even an exceptionally good story, or create an improved experience of a mediocre tale. In this instance, both story and reader were delightful!