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Adam Stanley #3
Mind Bender: A Psychological Thriller
Detective Inspector Adam Stanley returns to face his most challenging case yet. Someone is randomly killing ordinary Pinevale citizens. Each time DI Stanley gets close to the killer, the killer turns up dead—the next victim in someone’s crazy game.
Meanwhile, his girlfriend’s brother, Andrew, currently on remand for murder, escapes and kidnaps his own 11-year-old daughter. However, tragedy strikes, leaving the girl in grave danger.
Suffering a potentially fatal blow himself, how can DI Stanley possibly save anyone?
Meanwhile, his girlfriend’s brother, Andrew, currently on remand for murder, escapes and kidnaps his own 11-year-old daughter. However, tragedy strikes, leaving the girl in grave danger.
Suffering a potentially fatal blow himself, how can DI Stanley possibly save anyone?
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352 pages, Hardcover
First published October 10, 2015
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August 1, 2018
4.5 stars. I occasionally find reviews I wrote ages ago that didn't make their way onto Goodreads. Here is another one for book three of the excellent Adam Stanley series.
I really enjoyed this. The plot was different enough to be very interesting. A series of quick fire murders has DI Stanley and DC Frances baffled as each victim seems to be the killer of the previous victim. Strangely the victims don't put up a struggle and they all hand over $50,000 to their killer. Stanley is injured and Frances thinks she has cracked it - but has she? There is one inconsistency in the story which I would love to point out to the author. When Frances thinks she's cracked it, it's on the basis of someone spotted on CCTV collecting the money after each killing. But this isn't it, I don't want to say any more. One little inconsistency aside, it was a cracking read and it's a very good series.
I really enjoyed this. The plot was different enough to be very interesting. A series of quick fire murders has DI Stanley and DC Frances baffled as each victim seems to be the killer of the previous victim. Strangely the victims don't put up a struggle and they all hand over $50,000 to their killer. Stanley is injured and Frances thinks she has cracked it - but has she? There is one inconsistency in the story which I would love to point out to the author. When Frances thinks she's cracked it, it's on the basis of someone spotted on CCTV collecting the money after each killing. But this isn't it, I don't want to say any more. One little inconsistency aside, it was a cracking read and it's a very good series.
February 20, 2017
I think I'm in love with Adam Stanley, he's such a fabulous character. I've read the two previous books in this series- my advice would be to read the first two books before this one if only for the backstory as to what is going on with Adam and Amanda's relationship.
The main plot to Mind Bender is a real humdinger - why are people delivering a vast amount of money to someone and ending up dead? Awesome plot and one that had me intrigued from the beginning until the end. On to book four in the series now, Prima Facie, well done again Netta Newbound who is fast becoming one of my favourite authors.
The main plot to Mind Bender is a real humdinger - why are people delivering a vast amount of money to someone and ending up dead? Awesome plot and one that had me intrigued from the beginning until the end. On to book four in the series now, Prima Facie, well done again Netta Newbound who is fast becoming one of my favourite authors.
March 21, 2017
This was yet another brilliant book by Netta Newbound. Once again Detective Stanley and his team are looking for murderers but this one is a bit different as they find that the person who kills is next in line to be killed and they can't work out why. Each and every victim seem to be ordinary people with no convictions, not even a traffic ticket so why are they all being found shot with three bullet wounds? Although each book has a different story they are better read in order as there is reference to things that went on with the detective and his life from book one. I have no hesitation in recommending this series of books
July 16, 2017
Enjoyable book
February 20, 2017
I love psychological thrillers and this is one of the very best. I didn't think anything could beat the first & second books,but in this the third one in the series,the author has excelled herself.
I just love the Adam Stanley series and hope that we see many more.
I just love the Adam Stanley series and hope that we see many more.
December 1, 2015
Not really a mind binder or thriller... But not bad either
November 2, 2020
Doesn't meet the mark
The plot has an interesting premise but drags on, with repetitive events and predictable outcomes. The story jumps from one character to another, which is fine, but it shouldn't be a guessing game about who I'm reading about. Is it the detective, the murderer, the victim, a witness? It was easy enough to discern when it was the detectives, but otherwise it seemed choppy, lacking continuity. Also subplots were introduced and then neglected. I lost patience and gave it up halfway through. Netta Newbound has a lot of potential but needs to refine her writing style and enlist some good editors. It seems like she rushed to finish her story and submitted her first draft.
The plot has an interesting premise but drags on, with repetitive events and predictable outcomes. The story jumps from one character to another, which is fine, but it shouldn't be a guessing game about who I'm reading about. Is it the detective, the murderer, the victim, a witness? It was easy enough to discern when it was the detectives, but otherwise it seemed choppy, lacking continuity. Also subplots were introduced and then neglected. I lost patience and gave it up halfway through. Netta Newbound has a lot of potential but needs to refine her writing style and enlist some good editors. It seems like she rushed to finish her story and submitted her first draft.
September 24, 2018
Coming in with packages, and telling about the mishap with neighbor, and dinner not ready. They could at least go out and eat. Which turned out to be the surprised birthday party. Who is Oliver who gets a call, grabs a
briefcase, gone a few minutes, then telling his wife he only went for a spin.
DI Adam and Holly called to a murder site, which puzzles them, a robbery, the wallet was full of cash. Was it the killer of the last victim. It baffles them, and where are the clues.can be read separate, it good series.
Easy to follow along, and readers will enjoy the characters of Adam and Holly
briefcase, gone a few minutes, then telling his wife he only went for a spin.
DI Adam and Holly called to a murder site, which puzzles them, a robbery, the wallet was full of cash. Was it the killer of the last victim. It baffles them, and where are the clues.can be read separate, it good series.
Easy to follow along, and readers will enjoy the characters of Adam and Holly
December 19, 2019
Wow! Didn't expect that!!
Brilliant storyline! Some parts actually had me laughing out loud, but on the whole this truly was a 'mind bender' keeping me gripped and guessing page after page.
I love the thread that is weaved throughout from book one and can't wait to read more about this and of course, another thriller mystery to solve in book 4! Just brilliant!!
Brilliant storyline! Some parts actually had me laughing out loud, but on the whole this truly was a 'mind bender' keeping me gripped and guessing page after page.
I love the thread that is weaved throughout from book one and can't wait to read more about this and of course, another thriller mystery to solve in book 4! Just brilliant!!
October 22, 2017
I love a unique storyline and this thriller had a really strange one. No wonder it had poor Adam Stanley and his crew in such a tizzy. A wonderful continuation of the series, full of thrills and mystery. And also some continuation of Stanley's personal life, which is always a good read.
September 23, 2018
I found this book rather juvenile.
The main character s seemed two dimensional and so I struggled to stay it with it.I was disappointed. I may however try another of her books later.
The main character s seemed two dimensional and so I struggled to stay it with it.I was disappointed. I may however try another of her books later.
September 26, 2018
A Difficult to Put Down Book
I recently discovered this author and like her writing style. The interaction between the characters and the plot is excellent. Looking forward to more books in the series.
I recently discovered this author and like her writing style. The interaction between the characters and the plot is excellent. Looking forward to more books in the series.
December 24, 2019
Good not great as the other two.It was a bit confusing,lot of people to keep up with
The only reason I keep reading is the story of Adam Andrew,Amanda,Mary was in the back round ,I was very excited to read about them that part of the book was great
The only reason I keep reading is the story of Adam Andrew,Amanda,Mary was in the back round ,I was very excited to read about them that part of the book was great
June 3, 2017
Enjoyed this book but a guessed the twist! Maybe I have read too many psychological thrillers.
October 5, 2017
Suspenseful
Kept my attention... some interesting twists toward the end. On the negative side, there seemed to bed some unnecessary straying from the main storyline at times.
Kept my attention... some interesting twists toward the end. On the negative side, there seemed to bed some unnecessary straying from the main storyline at times.
February 28, 2018
Good read
I really enjoyed reading this it was very mysterious and in enjoyed the outcome too I will be reading the next books that come out
I really enjoyed reading this it was very mysterious and in enjoyed the outcome too I will be reading the next books that come out
April 15, 2018
Awesome
Another great read enjoyed it very much off to get the next in the series can't wait to read it
Another great read enjoyed it very much off to get the next in the series can't wait to read it
September 16, 2018
Although the beginning of this book was not as interesting as the first two Adam Stanley series, it turned out to be an amazing read. I am so looking forward to reading the 4th book.
September 26, 2018
Binge read alert
3 books in 3 days!!!!! stories are well written with hard topics ! Amazing and I’m just about to start reading the 4th going to be a late night again
3 books in 3 days!!!!! stories are well written with hard topics ! Amazing and I’m just about to start reading the 4th going to be a late night again
July 9, 2019
More fast paced, exciting crime story
This is now the third book I’ve read in this series and I’ve been utterly hooked. Gritty, shocking and keeps you guessing TIL the end.
This is now the third book I’ve read in this series and I’ve been utterly hooked. Gritty, shocking and keeps you guessing TIL the end.
January 18, 2020
Book 3
Another great book by netta newbound .really enjoying these books,only found this great author last week and already on her third book.now to start the fourth book
Another great book by netta newbound .really enjoying these books,only found this great author last week and already on her third book.now to start the fourth book
April 9, 2020
Loving this series gripping and well written📖🥰
May 12, 2022
very good read.
Really enjoyed the book as I have all of Netters books. Very intriguing, happy and sad. Very happy ending. I do like a happy ending.
Really enjoyed the book as I have all of Netters books. Very intriguing, happy and sad. Very happy ending. I do like a happy ending.
August 24, 2022
I knew it I knew it! But at first I had all my people mixed up. Can’t wait to read the next book!!!!
May 14, 2023
First read
This is the first book I have read by this author. I really enjoyed it. Didn't guess till the end who really dis it!!
This is the first book I have read by this author. I really enjoyed it. Didn't guess till the end who really dis it!!
February 6, 2017
Love this series of books, great reads everyone of them xx
March 19, 2017
Excellent Reading!!
I absolutely loved this book! Read it in one sitting. Lots of emotions. Happy tears and sad tears. This is one hell of a good author!!
I absolutely loved this book! Read it in one sitting. Lots of emotions. Happy tears and sad tears. This is one hell of a good author!!
February 24, 2017
Excellent
The Adam Stanley books just get better and better. Good,original plots, excellent writing style and characters you feel for! Very impressive..
The Adam Stanley books just get better and better. Good,original plots, excellent writing style and characters you feel for! Very impressive..
December 11, 2015
Mind Bender is the third book in the Adam Stanley series, I would strongly recommend reading the first two books in the series before reading this one.
Even though Adam and Frances have their work cut out trying to solve what appears to be random shootings, things in Adam's personal life finally comes to a head.
Adam and Amanda are obviously mad about each other and the only thing stopping them from fully getting together is Amanda's horrific past. Amanda can't bear to tell Adam the full truth about her past as she knows due to Adam's job he would have to report it. When little Mary is taken by Amanda's brother Andrew, my heart was literally in my mouth. Finding her is literally a race against time and I couldn't get through the pages quick enough to see what the outcome was.
The actual shootings that Adam and Frances are investigating had me totally baffled. I had no idea why these random people that seem to be just ordinary folk would drop everything and go and shoot what appears to be a total stranger to them. It is all very strange and even though things seem to become clearer, the author throws in another twist that I didn't see coming.
Mind Bender felt very much like either the ending for the Adam Stanley series or for the books to maybe centre solely on Adams detective work due to the relationship between Adam and Amanda finally coming to a head. Either way I have very much enjoyed the three book in the series and having now read all of this authors novels will be waiting patiently for any new releases.
Many thanks to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Even though Adam and Frances have their work cut out trying to solve what appears to be random shootings, things in Adam's personal life finally comes to a head.
Adam and Amanda are obviously mad about each other and the only thing stopping them from fully getting together is Amanda's horrific past. Amanda can't bear to tell Adam the full truth about her past as she knows due to Adam's job he would have to report it. When little Mary is taken by Amanda's brother Andrew, my heart was literally in my mouth. Finding her is literally a race against time and I couldn't get through the pages quick enough to see what the outcome was.
The actual shootings that Adam and Frances are investigating had me totally baffled. I had no idea why these random people that seem to be just ordinary folk would drop everything and go and shoot what appears to be a total stranger to them. It is all very strange and even though things seem to become clearer, the author throws in another twist that I didn't see coming.
Mind Bender felt very much like either the ending for the Adam Stanley series or for the books to maybe centre solely on Adams detective work due to the relationship between Adam and Amanda finally coming to a head. Either way I have very much enjoyed the three book in the series and having now read all of this authors novels will be waiting patiently for any new releases.
Many thanks to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
December 25, 2016
Brilliant
Brilliant would be an understatement to say the least I literally could not put this book down I stayed awake all night to read this, awesome fast paced well written excellent story one of the best books I have read in a while after reading the other two in the series I just had to continue onto this one again another brilliant novel Netta Newbold is definitely a author to keep your eye out for because based on this series of Adam Stanley novels I do believe she is destined f o r much bigger things, it's only a matter of time before she's up the with the best of them thank you for such a fantastic series. Most definitely a must read
Brilliant would be an understatement to say the least I literally could not put this book down I stayed awake all night to read this, awesome fast paced well written excellent story one of the best books I have read in a while after reading the other two in the series I just had to continue onto this one again another brilliant novel Netta Newbold is definitely a author to keep your eye out for because based on this series of Adam Stanley novels I do believe she is destined f o r much bigger things, it's only a matter of time before she's up the with the best of them thank you for such a fantastic series. Most definitely a must read
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