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Of Mights and Mites: A Mystery of Micro-Enormous Proportions
Alf is not a hero. He is competent, reliable, and street-wise — which is why he finds himself assigned to a small, highly organised operation that officially does not exist.
At first, it’s simple: collect a package and bring it home. Procedures are followed. Everything runs smoothly — until it doesn’t. Something small — microscopic, almost invisible — appears to be influencing outcomes far beyond its size.
When the routine task turns into brutalising violence, Alf realises his life, and perhaps far more, is at stake. He isn’t dealing with a conspiracy of men—he is witnessing a colonisation of the human will.
Set in an ordinary world tilted slightly off balance, Of Mights and Mites follows Alf as he tangles with people working just close enough to power to be damaged by it — but never close enough to control it. The threat is subtle, systemic… and already embedded in those around him.
When your own impulses are no longer your own, you aren’t a colleague. You’re a host. And by the time Alf understands what is running the operation, it may already be running him.
At first, it’s simple: collect a package and bring it home. Procedures are followed. Everything runs smoothly — until it doesn’t. Something small — microscopic, almost invisible — appears to be influencing outcomes far beyond its size.
When the routine task turns into brutalising violence, Alf realises his life, and perhaps far more, is at stake. He isn’t dealing with a conspiracy of men—he is witnessing a colonisation of the human will.
Set in an ordinary world tilted slightly off balance, Of Mights and Mites follows Alf as he tangles with people working just close enough to power to be damaged by it — but never close enough to control it. The threat is subtle, systemic… and already embedded in those around him.
When your own impulses are no longer your own, you aren’t a colleague. You’re a host. And by the time Alf understands what is running the operation, it may already be running him.
398 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 18, 2026
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James Field
30 books145 followersHello, fellow book lovers,
I’m James Field — reader, writer, and lifelong lover of stories.
I write quietly unsettling fiction with a wry edge, where ordinary people find themselves in situations that don’t quite make sense.
I’m always more interested in ideas, people, and curiosity than in strict genre boundaries. I also share a free short story collection, (link opens StoryOrigin) Strange Encounters, with readers who choose to join my newsletter.
Born and bred in England, I spent much of my working life in automation engineering before life took an unexpected — and very welcome — turn north. I married a Norwegian lass and have lived for the past thirty-five years in Norway, much of that time in the Arctic regions, whose landscapes and light have quietly worked their way into my imagination.
Now that I’m a pensioner, I finally have the time to read widely and write steadily. Alongside science fiction and fantasy, I’m increasingly drawn to books that explore the human condition — philosophical, spiritual, and occasionally uncomfortable ones included.
One author who has always fascinated me is Roald Dahl — his adult stories are mischievous, imaginative, and far darker than he’s often given credit for. That mixture of playfulness and edge has stayed with me.
On Goodreads, I’m here first and foremost as a reader. I enjoy thoughtful discussion, honest reviews, and the slow discovery of books I’d never have found on my own. If that sounds like your sort of thing, I’m glad we’ve crossed paths.
Warm wishes,
James
I’m James Field — reader, writer, and lifelong lover of stories.
I write quietly unsettling fiction with a wry edge, where ordinary people find themselves in situations that don’t quite make sense.
I’m always more interested in ideas, people, and curiosity than in strict genre boundaries. I also share a free short story collection, (link opens StoryOrigin) Strange Encounters, with readers who choose to join my newsletter.
Born and bred in England, I spent much of my working life in automation engineering before life took an unexpected — and very welcome — turn north. I married a Norwegian lass and have lived for the past thirty-five years in Norway, much of that time in the Arctic regions, whose landscapes and light have quietly worked their way into my imagination.
Now that I’m a pensioner, I finally have the time to read widely and write steadily. Alongside science fiction and fantasy, I’m increasingly drawn to books that explore the human condition — philosophical, spiritual, and occasionally uncomfortable ones included.
One author who has always fascinated me is Roald Dahl — his adult stories are mischievous, imaginative, and far darker than he’s often given credit for. That mixture of playfulness and edge has stayed with me.
On Goodreads, I’m here first and foremost as a reader. I enjoy thoughtful discussion, honest reviews, and the slow discovery of books I’d never have found on my own. If that sounds like your sort of thing, I’m glad we’ve crossed paths.
Warm wishes,
James
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March 1, 2026
Of Mights and Mites is one of those thrillers that sneaks up on you. It starts grounded and procedural Alf doing what he does best, following orders in an operation that “doesn’t exist.” He’s not a flashy hero, and that actually makes the story stronger. He feels real: capable, observant, but not invincible.
What really stood out to me was the creeping sense of unease. The idea that something microscopic could influence human behavior in massive ways is unsettling in the best way. The tension doesn’t rely on constant explosions or over the top action it builds through doubt, paranoia, and the quiet horror of not being able to trust your own impulses.
As the routine job spirals into violence, the story takes on a darker, almost psychological edge. The concept of colonized will and embedded threat feels disturbingly plausible, which makes it linger after you’ve put the book down.
If you enjoy intelligent thrillers with a subtle sci-fi twist and a strong undercurrent of paranoia, this one is definitely worth exploring.
What really stood out to me was the creeping sense of unease. The idea that something microscopic could influence human behavior in massive ways is unsettling in the best way. The tension doesn’t rely on constant explosions or over the top action it builds through doubt, paranoia, and the quiet horror of not being able to trust your own impulses.
As the routine job spirals into violence, the story takes on a darker, almost psychological edge. The concept of colonized will and embedded threat feels disturbingly plausible, which makes it linger after you’ve put the book down.
If you enjoy intelligent thrillers with a subtle sci-fi twist and a strong undercurrent of paranoia, this one is definitely worth exploring.
April 21, 2026
I liked this book because it builds tension in a quiet and clever way. Instead of obvious danger, the threat is small, unseen, and slowly affecting people’s choices, which makes the story feel more unsettling. The idea of something microscopic influencing behavior is unique and keeps you thinking.
May 15, 2026
A creative and fascinating read with an original concept that kept me curious throughout the story. The mystery and world-building were engaging, and the pacing made it hard to stop reading. Definitely recommended for fans of imaginative adventures!
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