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Mind Games
During a New Orleans Mardi Gras Ball, psychic entertainer Diana Racine touches the hand of a masked Cyrano de Bergerac and is instantly transported into the icy-cold body of a dead woman submerged in water. As Diana crumples to the floor, water filling her lungs, she hears Cyrano whisper that the game has begun. Diana has been called every epithet in the book: charlatan, cheat, publicity hound...and genius--all at least partially true. But convincing New Orleans police lieutenant Ernie Lucier that her vision of the dead woman is the real thing may be her hardest act yet. He becomes a believer when Diana leads him to the alligator-infested bayou and the woman's remains. When another vision leads to another body, it's clear that the two dead women are a prelude to the killer's ultimate victim--Diana.
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First published April 1, 2012
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Polly Iyer
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January 27, 2016
I have a very difficult time reviewing this book...
I liked it, but I didn't loved it. There was something about it that grated...I think it was that sometimes the dialogue was strangely stiff, non natural, almost forced... But that could be just my opinion: English is not my mother-tounge. But I don't think so- after 1800 books I've read in English, I think I can judge it...
The heroine is a psychic: she reads the past by touching objects. She had a very unusual childhood, discovering victims of various killers. Her parents are a hoot: her father made a very lucrative show of her abilities and made a lot of money. Thank God, I thought to myself, they trated her well and loved her, so she was not abused and grew up like an (almost) normal person.
But, she has also developed a very strong character and she's able to stand up for herself to everybody, even her parents, and I appreciated that part of her character.
The hero is a child of a mixed marriage and he still carries the sense of tragedy because of the way his mather's parents (she was from a white wealthy family) has disowned and abandoned her. His father suffered because of that and felt guilty because of his deep love for her. So our hero is wary of his strong attraction for the heroine; he doesn't want her to have his mother's destiny.
He's also a nice person, but as a cop I had some doubt of his capabilities...
Still, the story is interesting and fast paced. And I'm intrigued enough to want to read the next book in the series.
I liked it, but I didn't loved it. There was something about it that grated...I think it was that sometimes the dialogue was strangely stiff, non natural, almost forced... But that could be just my opinion: English is not my mother-tounge. But I don't think so- after 1800 books I've read in English, I think I can judge it...
The heroine is a psychic: she reads the past by touching objects. She had a very unusual childhood, discovering victims of various killers. Her parents are a hoot: her father made a very lucrative show of her abilities and made a lot of money. Thank God, I thought to myself, they trated her well and loved her, so she was not abused and grew up like an (almost) normal person.
But, she has also developed a very strong character and she's able to stand up for herself to everybody, even her parents, and I appreciated that part of her character.
The hero is a child of a mixed marriage and he still carries the sense of tragedy because of the way his mather's parents (she was from a white wealthy family) has disowned and abandoned her. His father suffered because of that and felt guilty because of his deep love for her. So our hero is wary of his strong attraction for the heroine; he doesn't want her to have his mother's destiny.
He's also a nice person, but as a cop I had some doubt of his capabilities...
Still, the story is interesting and fast paced. And I'm intrigued enough to want to read the next book in the series.
December 4, 2017
2.5
I'm torn about how I feel about this book. The writing isn't bad, though the first half is better than the second. The pacing is fine and the editing is too. Here's the thing though, I am just so damned tired of reading books predicated on female victimhood, whose plot hinges on some obsessed man stalking and abusing a woman (or women). How many times have I read this?!!! This book spices it up a little by including psychics, but even that I've read before (Example: Conduit, by Angie Martin). And that's not even the only over used plot device here. Sexual sadist with a history of sexual abuse and identity issues? Nope, neeeevvveeerr seen that one used before. (Silence of the Lambs?) I mean, this book could be ok, except it all just BEEN DONE BEFORE ad nauseam.
I'm torn about how I feel about this book. The writing isn't bad, though the first half is better than the second. The pacing is fine and the editing is too. Here's the thing though, I am just so damned tired of reading books predicated on female victimhood, whose plot hinges on some obsessed man stalking and abusing a woman (or women). How many times have I read this?!!! This book spices it up a little by including psychics, but even that I've read before (Example: Conduit, by Angie Martin). And that's not even the only over used plot device here. Sexual sadist with a history of sexual abuse and identity issues? Nope, neeeevvveeerr seen that one used before. (Silence of the Lambs?) I mean, this book could be ok, except it all just BEEN DONE BEFORE ad nauseam.
March 14, 2013
I absolutely loved this book - just the right balance of suspense, romance and action. The development of Diana's romance with Ernie Lucier was excellent against the backdrop of old prejudices and her psychic battles with Macon depicted brilliantly. I found Diana's turmoil in identifying with her tormentor and having to accept that he is beyond redemption very moving and was completely drawn into the story.
November 1, 2022
This book begins quite interestingly, with a good premise, but then it went downhill like a freight train.
What was the point of having Diana go through rape if the whole thing is going to be dismissed in a flash? Was it to make the romance 'possible'? If that is so, it could have been done with less trauma, particularly if you aren't going to follow up on the issue. And, tbh, the whole romance felt as flat as Kansas, so there wasn't any need to bother.
Nothing is consistent. Diana is almost dead when she's rescued and has (at least) one broken rib, but she's up and going in two days and flirting with her beloved as soon as she wakes up. After being viciously raped. Twice. *bangs head against wall*
And the parents! Are we supposed to like them? Because they aren't likeable, at all. They (Particularly the father) seem to be leeches who are living out of her daughter.
Oh, well, you live and learn. I won't be reading any other book by this author.
What was the point of having Diana go through rape if the whole thing is going to be dismissed in a flash? Was it to make the romance 'possible'? If that is so, it could have been done with less trauma, particularly if you aren't going to follow up on the issue. And, tbh, the whole romance felt as flat as Kansas, so there wasn't any need to bother.
Nothing is consistent. Diana is almost dead when she's rescued and has (at least) one broken rib, but she's up and going in two days and flirting with her beloved as soon as she wakes up. After being viciously raped. Twice. *bangs head against wall*
And the parents! Are we supposed to like them? Because they aren't likeable, at all. They (Particularly the father) seem to be leeches who are living out of her daughter.
Oh, well, you live and learn. I won't be reading any other book by this author.
February 24, 2014
Mind Games is about Diana Racine’s relationship with her gift as a psychic, with her parents, the media and her fans. I loved all the complex relationships and Polly Iyer’s excellent ability in writing voices and behaviors that made each character very distinctive. That’s definitely a fine art. The two most important relationships that Diana has to contend with are the budding romance between her and Detective Lucier and the dangerous man with an equally powerful psychic ability who is hell bent on proving, in the most destructive ways, that he is superior. I read this 390 page novel quickly and felt very satisfied with the end. I was rooting for Diana the whole way.
Those of you who follow me know I don’t review on my blog often. Truthfully, I’m very picky about what I love to read. Every now and then, I find an author that has the perfect amount of conversation, description, action, and narration. I have found that in Polly Iyer and plan to devour her collection of books.
The other thing I have realized is that I need some suspense in the novels that I read so the story compels me to want to know what happens next. Overdone narration, description, and back story just put me to sleep, literally.
When I read, I want to be taken on a journey to somewhere I would never actually experience myself and Ms. Iyer brought me into the heart of New Orleans, showed me the world of psychic entertainment and crime investigation. I also enjoy watching characters change and evolve through circumstances and Ms. Iyer didn’t disappoint. I’m excited to read the next in the series and find out what’s next for Diana.
I’ve had the great pleasure of meeting Ms. Iyer on Facebook, after I started her novel, and she is a real gem of a lady. She was very open to talking to me about the craft of writing and effective marketing. I always enjoy connecting with my readers and other authors and it was great to find another author, a great one, so receptive to sharing her expertise.
A big five stars for Mind Games (A Diana Racine Psychic Suspense) by Polly Iyer. Pick up the book, I promise, you won’t be disappointed.
Those of you who follow me know I don’t review on my blog often. Truthfully, I’m very picky about what I love to read. Every now and then, I find an author that has the perfect amount of conversation, description, action, and narration. I have found that in Polly Iyer and plan to devour her collection of books.
The other thing I have realized is that I need some suspense in the novels that I read so the story compels me to want to know what happens next. Overdone narration, description, and back story just put me to sleep, literally.
When I read, I want to be taken on a journey to somewhere I would never actually experience myself and Ms. Iyer brought me into the heart of New Orleans, showed me the world of psychic entertainment and crime investigation. I also enjoy watching characters change and evolve through circumstances and Ms. Iyer didn’t disappoint. I’m excited to read the next in the series and find out what’s next for Diana.
I’ve had the great pleasure of meeting Ms. Iyer on Facebook, after I started her novel, and she is a real gem of a lady. She was very open to talking to me about the craft of writing and effective marketing. I always enjoy connecting with my readers and other authors and it was great to find another author, a great one, so receptive to sharing her expertise.
A big five stars for Mind Games (A Diana Racine Psychic Suspense) by Polly Iyer. Pick up the book, I promise, you won’t be disappointed.
July 26, 2019
Once a child marveled at for her abilities, but growing up can bring new dangers.
A child with psychic abilities, often interfered with by her father's determination to handle her performance; now a grown woman long since, wishing for freedom from her abilities; a sudden terrifying encounter from a stranger. Teamed with a detective believing in her at last and none too soon. Diana is in danger that would appear to be a danger she may not be able to deal with.
I found this to be an exceptionally interesting story of the life of a life-long psychic who can not find her way out of the wishes and desires of others who selfishly want her resources. These are only small parts of a whole. This book was exciting, terrifying, and at once sad. Nevertheless, it is an amazing story and I loved it.
A child with psychic abilities, often interfered with by her father's determination to handle her performance; now a grown woman long since, wishing for freedom from her abilities; a sudden terrifying encounter from a stranger. Teamed with a detective believing in her at last and none too soon. Diana is in danger that would appear to be a danger she may not be able to deal with.
I found this to be an exceptionally interesting story of the life of a life-long psychic who can not find her way out of the wishes and desires of others who selfishly want her resources. These are only small parts of a whole. This book was exciting, terrifying, and at once sad. Nevertheless, it is an amazing story and I loved it.
March 31, 2014
MIND GAMES BY Polly Iyer
Diana is a psychic entertainer. She wows the crowd after her helpers find out what she needs to know to make a good show, although she is more psychic than she admits. After the show, she and her parents attend a Mardi Gras ball. She meets a man dressed as Cyrano de Bergerac, and when she shakes his hand, she sees death, and feels transported into a murdered body in the water. She struggles to breathe, and awakens on the floor as people try to revive her. No one else had seen the man.
Even though Diana knows she will face skepticism, she reports what she saw to police officer, Ernie Lucier. Although she is attracted to the handsome officer, she doesn’t want the notoriety of knowing about the crime. When another body is discovered, she knows that she is being targeted by the killer. What she doesn’t realize is that the killer is also psychic and plans to play some mind games with her.
Polly Iyer writes an excellent thriller. Her story will keep readers on the edge of their seat reading about a sociopath who enjoys killing and one who wants to challenge Diana. It moves along at a fast pace with a lot of action, thrills and chills. Another winner for Polly Iyer.
Diana is a psychic entertainer. She wows the crowd after her helpers find out what she needs to know to make a good show, although she is more psychic than she admits. After the show, she and her parents attend a Mardi Gras ball. She meets a man dressed as Cyrano de Bergerac, and when she shakes his hand, she sees death, and feels transported into a murdered body in the water. She struggles to breathe, and awakens on the floor as people try to revive her. No one else had seen the man.
Even though Diana knows she will face skepticism, she reports what she saw to police officer, Ernie Lucier. Although she is attracted to the handsome officer, she doesn’t want the notoriety of knowing about the crime. When another body is discovered, she knows that she is being targeted by the killer. What she doesn’t realize is that the killer is also psychic and plans to play some mind games with her.
Polly Iyer writes an excellent thriller. Her story will keep readers on the edge of their seat reading about a sociopath who enjoys killing and one who wants to challenge Diana. It moves along at a fast pace with a lot of action, thrills and chills. Another winner for Polly Iyer.
April 3, 2012
Polly Iyer never misses a beat. Terrific book!
Mind Games is an outstanding suspense novel. Iyer is a fine writer, and here she's at her best. This book ranks with Karin Slaughter's or Mo Hayder's; though the violence is less graphic, it's just as powerful, and I ached for the victims.
Well-developed characters grow stronger throughout the book, and the villain is marvelous—evil but human. I almost felt sorry for him. Diana Racine is a complex woman who tries to disguise her very real psychic ability, but when the struggle for her mind begins, I really felt it. Iyer presents her visions vividly, with powerful emotions that will have your heart racing. Ernie Lucier, the New Orleans police detective who gradually learns to believe, has his own tragedy and conflicts to deal with. The supporting characters are equally well-drawn and necessary to the twists and surprises in the plot.
Iyer's skills grow with each book, and this one is terrific. I highly recommend this book.
Mind Games is an outstanding suspense novel. Iyer is a fine writer, and here she's at her best. This book ranks with Karin Slaughter's or Mo Hayder's; though the violence is less graphic, it's just as powerful, and I ached for the victims.
Well-developed characters grow stronger throughout the book, and the villain is marvelous—evil but human. I almost felt sorry for him. Diana Racine is a complex woman who tries to disguise her very real psychic ability, but when the struggle for her mind begins, I really felt it. Iyer presents her visions vividly, with powerful emotions that will have your heart racing. Ernie Lucier, the New Orleans police detective who gradually learns to believe, has his own tragedy and conflicts to deal with. The supporting characters are equally well-drawn and necessary to the twists and surprises in the plot.
Iyer's skills grow with each book, and this one is terrific. I highly recommend this book.
February 10, 2013
This book is bunkum, blooming absurd as it unravels. Once the flirting between the psychic lass and the detective starts, all the suspense goes down the drain (and it's early on), for it seems more like their drama is the main concern of the story rather than the game the killer proposes. And it gets even worse when the killer (whose identity was no challenge whatsoever to determine) hooks up with a wacky wench, wasting pages on the dumbest, raunchiest (and, for that matter, extraneous) dialogues that you can conceive. Whereas Diana Racine, the main character, was not a hogwash after all, the author certainly lacks the talent to contrive a good, solid tale.
November 26, 2012
I really enjoyed this book. Terrific suspense novel ... great story line and well developed characters. Was fortunate to grab this book on a "free" Kindle deal and glad I did ... now I will look for other books by Polly Iyer.
October 18, 2013
Enjoyed this one enough to try more.
August 14, 2016
Trigger warning: Repeated rapes and extended violence against heroine. Treated in a very offhand manner. DNF.
July 8, 2015
Lucier said don't open that damn door for anyone, didn't he?!!! Dumb ass!
June 12, 2021
I actually ended up really enjoying this read. Diana has been a psychic since she was a little girl when she helped the police find the bodies of murder victims. Because it became too stressful for her, she pretended she'd lost her gift. These days she travels around and does stage shows where she entertains crowds with her abilities to "read their minds". But one evening the unexpected touch of someone at an after party sends her right back to the horrifying visions of her childhood...and it seems like that is exactly what the gentleman who touched her intended. Good story line and continuing edge of your seat action. Good start to a new series.
March 6, 2018
Mind Games (A Diana Racine Psychic Suspense Book 1)
A exciting story about looking into the lives of other People. What Diana went through since she was a little girl experiencing other people's deaths and trying to locate them and the horrors made
for a really exciting story to read. You were never sure until the end whether she was going to come out alright.
A exciting story about looking into the lives of other People. What Diana went through since she was a little girl experiencing other people's deaths and trying to locate them and the horrors made
for a really exciting story to read. You were never sure until the end whether she was going to come out alright.
February 16, 2018
WOW! I REALLY ENJOYED THIS I LIKE HOW THEY INCORPORATED PSYSIC SUSPENCE AND THE BUDDING ROMANCE BETWEEN THE MAIN CHARACTERS. I ALWAYS LOVED THE TV SHOW “MEDIUM”, SO THIS WAS PERFECT TO ME. I WILL BE READING MORE OF THE DIANE RACINE SERIES, CAN’T WAIT TO SEE HOW ERNIE & DIANE PROGRESS. ;D
August 4, 2017
Good book
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so. Shelley MA
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so. Shelley MA
February 6, 2018
Just ok for me
Too long and drawn out for me. Almost stopped reading it when it really dragged. Finally finished it and it was rather anticlimactic.
Too long and drawn out for me. Almost stopped reading it when it really dragged. Finally finished it and it was rather anticlimactic.
April 12, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. It was quite fast paced with well rounded characters and a well thought out plot.
I always enjoy psychological thrillers and this one was well worth it
I always enjoy psychological thrillers and this one was well worth it
February 7, 2019
Diana Racine is a fake psychic or is she?
July 12, 2020
11% dnf
Plot is unbelievable.
Heroine is childish.
The book is written in a very juvenile manner, but the violence (against women) is at a thriller level.
Plot is unbelievable.
Heroine is childish.
The book is written in a very juvenile manner, but the violence (against women) is at a thriller level.
paranormal
November 13, 20216
December 29, 2021
Hard to find a good psychic read
Love finding a decent read in a genre that I had previously been disappointed by. Polly Iyer has successfully written a story that I loved.
Love finding a decent read in a genre that I had previously been disappointed by. Polly Iyer has successfully written a story that I loved.
November 2, 2016
I did enjoy the storyline and will look forward to the next one.
July 29, 2015
As a child, Diana Racine had a psychic gift – she could read people’s thoughts by touching them, or something that belonged to them. She was able to help the police solve many cases, but the devastation she encountered eventually wore her down and she pretended to lose her gift.
Fast-forward to adulthood. While hiding her true self, she earns a living as a “psychic entertainer,” giving public and private readings, all for a hefty fee. Some of what she shares is from reading people or from information her computer hacker assistant digs up for her, but some of it is actually from psychic flashes. Racine travels to New Orleans to give readings at a Mardi Gras Ball. While there, she accidentally touches someone and is instantly transported into the body of a dead woman submerged in freezing water. As she passes out, she hears the man whisper that the “game has begun.”
Because she’s a psychic entertainer, skeptics tend to heap abuse on her. She gets called a fake, a cheat, and a publicity hound. Some of that is true (or she wouldn’t need the assistance of a computer hacker), but sometimes it stings because she really does know things. She has to convince a police lieutenant that her vision is for real. He’s desperate for clues, so gives her a chance to help and when she leads him to the body, he becomes a believer. Another vision leads to another body and it becomes clear the killer is really after Diana, the others are collateral damage.
Being a novel of suspense, this is fairly graphic, and it contains “adult language and situations”, but the situations and language move the plot along, rather than being gratuitous.
I was intrigued by the struggle between the public Diana and the private one, and her relationship with her loving but overbearing parents. She ends up in a relationship with the African American police lieutenant, much to the dismay of her old school racist father. But there’s some growth on all sides by the end of the book.
In the interests of full disclosure, I won a copy of this from a Goodreads giveaway. I thought the story sounded interesting – and it was. I liked it enough that when I was done, I immediately purchased books 2 and 3 in the series.
Fast-forward to adulthood. While hiding her true self, she earns a living as a “psychic entertainer,” giving public and private readings, all for a hefty fee. Some of what she shares is from reading people or from information her computer hacker assistant digs up for her, but some of it is actually from psychic flashes. Racine travels to New Orleans to give readings at a Mardi Gras Ball. While there, she accidentally touches someone and is instantly transported into the body of a dead woman submerged in freezing water. As she passes out, she hears the man whisper that the “game has begun.”
Because she’s a psychic entertainer, skeptics tend to heap abuse on her. She gets called a fake, a cheat, and a publicity hound. Some of that is true (or she wouldn’t need the assistance of a computer hacker), but sometimes it stings because she really does know things. She has to convince a police lieutenant that her vision is for real. He’s desperate for clues, so gives her a chance to help and when she leads him to the body, he becomes a believer. Another vision leads to another body and it becomes clear the killer is really after Diana, the others are collateral damage.
Being a novel of suspense, this is fairly graphic, and it contains “adult language and situations”, but the situations and language move the plot along, rather than being gratuitous.
I was intrigued by the struggle between the public Diana and the private one, and her relationship with her loving but overbearing parents. She ends up in a relationship with the African American police lieutenant, much to the dismay of her old school racist father. But there’s some growth on all sides by the end of the book.
In the interests of full disclosure, I won a copy of this from a Goodreads giveaway. I thought the story sounded interesting – and it was. I liked it enough that when I was done, I immediately purchased books 2 and 3 in the series.
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May 28, 2014Mind Games, by Polly Iyer, b. Narrated by GwendolynDruyer, Produced, self published, by Polly Iyer, downloaded from audible.com.
This book was more a harlequin romance than anything else, but the characters, except for the killer, were lovable. This apparently is the first in a series. I don’t know if I’ll be reading another one or not. Here is the publisher’s note:
During a New Orleans Mardi Gras Ball, psychic entertainer Diana Racine touches the hand of a masked Cyrano de Bergerac and is instantly transported into
the icy-cold body of a dead woman submerged in water. As Diana crumples to the floor, water filling her lungs, she hears Cyrano whisper that the game has
begun. Diana has been called every epithet in the book: charlatan, cheat, publicity hound...and genius - all at least partially true. But convincing New
Orleans police lieutenant Ernie Lucier that her vision of the dead woman is the real thing may be her hardest act yet. He becomes a believer when Diana
leads him to the alligator-infested bayou and the woman's remains. When another vision leads to another body, it's clear that the two dead women are a
prelude to the killer's ultimate victim – Diana herself.
This book was more a harlequin romance than anything else, but the characters, except for the killer, were lovable. This apparently is the first in a series. I don’t know if I’ll be reading another one or not. Here is the publisher’s note:
During a New Orleans Mardi Gras Ball, psychic entertainer Diana Racine touches the hand of a masked Cyrano de Bergerac and is instantly transported into
the icy-cold body of a dead woman submerged in water. As Diana crumples to the floor, water filling her lungs, she hears Cyrano whisper that the game has
begun. Diana has been called every epithet in the book: charlatan, cheat, publicity hound...and genius - all at least partially true. But convincing New
Orleans police lieutenant Ernie Lucier that her vision of the dead woman is the real thing may be her hardest act yet. He becomes a believer when Diana
leads him to the alligator-infested bayou and the woman's remains. When another vision leads to another body, it's clear that the two dead women are a
prelude to the killer's ultimate victim – Diana herself.
January 11, 2013
Diana Racine has been a psychic since childhood having a talent for finding lost or missing people, often dead ones that took toll on her. Her parents, father in particular made a living for the family promoting her talent and taking her around the country giving shows and reading audiences. Some called her a fake, a con artist and a few booked her for private readings. At a party thrown by one of her clients she is approached by a tall man with a Cyrano mask and when he touches her she gets violent “reading” and faints. When she comes around she realizes she has viewed the murder of a young girl and somewhat against her better judgment she goes to the police, she meets a good looking detective who she is able to convince to at least look into her story. When the daughter of a local prominent family is reported missing the police become more interested and when the girl’s body is found where Diana reported things become much more interesting. So as not to spoil the rest of the story I will only state that Diana becomes a target and the detective gets more involved then he intended.
July 1, 2012
Polly Iyer grabbed me right from the beginning of Mind Games. Diana Racine, Fraud of the Century, a newspaper accuses. Is this character a fraud? A huckster? Or is she a gifted psychic who, with the help of her ambitious father, knows how to play to her audience’s expectations? What Diana can do, and has done, is so much more than just entertain. And after she touches the hand of a masked man--an obsessed killer with a psychic gift that could match her own--the deadly mind game is on.
Mind Games proves to be the perfect title for this suspenseful page turner. It’s a cat and mouse game, and Diana Racine, a spunky, passionate, intelligent, insightful woman is no mouse. This is a protagonist to root for, an interesting woman with human needs and desires. When Diana meets Detective Lucier, Ms. Iyer shows her deft hand at weaving in a captivating romance while taking the reader on an edge of the seat thrill ride. Mind Games is a super-suspenseful, compelling read that I highly recommend.
Mind Games proves to be the perfect title for this suspenseful page turner. It’s a cat and mouse game, and Diana Racine, a spunky, passionate, intelligent, insightful woman is no mouse. This is a protagonist to root for, an interesting woman with human needs and desires. When Diana meets Detective Lucier, Ms. Iyer shows her deft hand at weaving in a captivating romance while taking the reader on an edge of the seat thrill ride. Mind Games is a super-suspenseful, compelling read that I highly recommend.
January 22, 2013
I would actually give this book a 4.25 stars. I thoroughly enjoyed this book as a paranormal/psychic novel. Diane, the main character, is psychic but she has chosen to use her abilities as part of a performance so many people think she's a fraud. In the midst of her performances, some of her true abilities are triggered. During her New Orleans trip, she has some major episodes which lead to murder, intrique, kidnapping and of course some romance. The romance part is what really was negative for me because it seemed too contrived, rather cheesy and just unreal. The very end was especially so and just made me go "Really? Are you kidding?" Definitely could have been incorporated more realistically, especially considering how good the rest of the storyline was created and developed. I will read the follow up in the Diane Racine series and more of Polly Iyer's novels. This was the first of her's I've read and did enjoy it overall.
September 14, 2016
Diana is a psychic entertainer. She does have real abilities, but she keeps them hidden. She pretends she lost her abilities so that her father doesn't decide to make her help the police as she did when she was a child. During a party that she attends every year she is approached by a man in a mask. He connects with her on a psychic level. This man appears to want to challenge Diana. He wants her to prove that she is better than he is.
I enjoyed reading this story. It was fast moving and kept me interested. I have never read anything by this author before so I was pleasantly surprised. I think I will check out the other two books as well. Diana is a well developed character and you can tell she cares about the impression she makes and that she isn't in it for personal gain. Ernie was also a very likable character and the past tragedy in his life is evident in the way he handles himself.
I enjoyed reading this story. It was fast moving and kept me interested. I have never read anything by this author before so I was pleasantly surprised. I think I will check out the other two books as well. Diana is a well developed character and you can tell she cares about the impression she makes and that she isn't in it for personal gain. Ernie was also a very likable character and the past tragedy in his life is evident in the way he handles himself.
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