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Minds
Would you really like to read minds?
Will Rivers is barely keeping it together—haunted by his past, terrified of real connection, and desperate for something to change.
When he signs up for a clinical drug trial, he expects a quick payday.
What he gets is something else entirely.
Will discovers he can now peer into the minds of others--reading their thoughts.
Raw. Unfiltered.
As the ability takes over—and threatens to consume him—he turns to Jonah, a therapist with scars of his own.
But when you can hear the inner secrets of others, does that knowledge become a blessing or a curse?
Minds is a raw, gripping psychological drama about love, loss, the search for purpose, and the fragile beauty of human connection.
Will Rivers is barely keeping it together—haunted by his past, terrified of real connection, and desperate for something to change.
When he signs up for a clinical drug trial, he expects a quick payday.
What he gets is something else entirely.
Will discovers he can now peer into the minds of others--reading their thoughts.
Raw. Unfiltered.
As the ability takes over—and threatens to consume him—he turns to Jonah, a therapist with scars of his own.
But when you can hear the inner secrets of others, does that knowledge become a blessing or a curse?
Minds is a raw, gripping psychological drama about love, loss, the search for purpose, and the fragile beauty of human connection.
390 pages, Paperback
Published August 8, 2025
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August 8, 2025
Y’all… Minds by Rob Delplanque grabbed me by the brain and didn’t let go. 🤯
Will Rivers is a hot mess—haunted, lonely, and just trying to survive. When he signs up for a clinical drug trial for some quick cash, I thought, “Oh boy, what could possibly go wrong?” Answer: EVERYTHING. Suddenly, he’s hearing people’s thoughts—raw, unfiltered, like tuning into the world’s messiest podcast with zero off switch.
The writing had me feeling everything. I could practically hear the buzzing of other people’s secrets in my own head, feel Will’s panic tighten in my chest, and—real talk—imagine the smell of stale coffee in that therapist’s office like I was sitting on the couch next to him. This book is smart, heartbreaking, and funny in those blink-and-you’ll-miss-it ways that make you snort mid-read.
Minds is a psychological drama that dances on that razor’s edge between gift and curse, hope and destruction. It’s about connection, loss, and the messy, beautiful business of being human. And honestly? I loved every chaotic, thought-swirling minute.
Will Rivers is a hot mess—haunted, lonely, and just trying to survive. When he signs up for a clinical drug trial for some quick cash, I thought, “Oh boy, what could possibly go wrong?” Answer: EVERYTHING. Suddenly, he’s hearing people’s thoughts—raw, unfiltered, like tuning into the world’s messiest podcast with zero off switch.
The writing had me feeling everything. I could practically hear the buzzing of other people’s secrets in my own head, feel Will’s panic tighten in my chest, and—real talk—imagine the smell of stale coffee in that therapist’s office like I was sitting on the couch next to him. This book is smart, heartbreaking, and funny in those blink-and-you’ll-miss-it ways that make you snort mid-read.
Minds is a psychological drama that dances on that razor’s edge between gift and curse, hope and destruction. It’s about connection, loss, and the messy, beautiful business of being human. And honestly? I loved every chaotic, thought-swirling minute.
January 20, 2026
Minds is the kind of book that doesn’t just ask a question it presses it into your chest and waits for your honest answer. Would you really want to read minds? Through Will Rivers, Rob Delplanque explores that question with emotional precision and psychological depth. Will isn’t a polished hero; he’s fractured, guarded, and quietly unraveling. When a clinical drug trial gives him the ability to hear the raw, unfiltered thoughts of others, the novel immediately shifts from curiosity to consequence. What unfolds is not a flashy superpower story, but a deeply human examination of what it means to truly know another person.
What struck me most as a reader was the emotional authenticity. The mind-reading isn’t treated as a gift it’s invasive, overwhelming, and often devastating. Delplanque captures how constant exposure to others’ inner truths erodes Will’s already fragile sense of self. The relationship between Will and Jonah, his therapist, is especially compelling. Their connection feels earned, layered, and honest, grounded in shared pain rather than easy answers. These moments give the story its heart and prevent it from slipping into abstraction.
Minds is raw in the best way uncomfortable, intimate, and thoughtful. It’s a psychological drama that lingers long after the final page, not because of shock, but because it mirrors our own fears about connection, vulnerability, and the things we keep hidden. This is a novel for readers who enjoy introspective fiction with emotional weight, and for anyone who has ever wondered whether knowing everything about others would bring us closer or tear us apart.
What struck me most as a reader was the emotional authenticity. The mind-reading isn’t treated as a gift it’s invasive, overwhelming, and often devastating. Delplanque captures how constant exposure to others’ inner truths erodes Will’s already fragile sense of self. The relationship between Will and Jonah, his therapist, is especially compelling. Their connection feels earned, layered, and honest, grounded in shared pain rather than easy answers. These moments give the story its heart and prevent it from slipping into abstraction.
Minds is raw in the best way uncomfortable, intimate, and thoughtful. It’s a psychological drama that lingers long after the final page, not because of shock, but because it mirrors our own fears about connection, vulnerability, and the things we keep hidden. This is a novel for readers who enjoy introspective fiction with emotional weight, and for anyone who has ever wondered whether knowing everything about others would bring us closer or tear us apart.
August 25, 2025
This is a raw and gripping story that hooked me right away. The idea of suddenly being able to hear other people’s thoughts is fascinating, but what really stood out was how personal and emotional the story felt. Will’s struggles with connection, trauma, and identity made the book hit deeper than I expected. It’s thought-provoking, intense, and lingers with you after reading.
December 27, 2025
Interesting read, minds will keep you thinking
Love the poker games and using the mind to help people. Rob does a good job painting the picture with words.
Love the poker games and using the mind to help people. Rob does a good job painting the picture with words.
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