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Mindscrew Part 1: Mindscrew: A Sam Jameson Conspiracy Thriller
“Right up there with James Patterson, David Baldacci, Nelson DeMille and Frederic Forsyth.”
This is Part One of Mindscrew.
Elite hacker and amateur thief Sabot Mondragon has bumbled into the clutches of his former employers. Maybe he shouldn't have stolen billions in crypto-currency, though the outrageous heist made him one of the richest men on the planet. Sabot has no clue that the fate of the global economy is intertwined with his own. But he knows his odds aren't good.
Brilliant, brash, ballsy, and beautiful Special Agent Sam Jameson is hot on his trail, racing headlong into a buzz saw of intrigue and bad blood left over from the Cold War.
Will Sabot survive his vicious kidnappers? Can Sam stop the world's most secretive organization from pulling off a global coup in the wake of the sudden meltdown of the US dollar? Control of what's left of the tattered world economy hangs in the balance. Everything depends on Sam surviving a ruthless and brutal Mindscrew.
From the jungles of Central America to Moscow, Mindscrew's explosive action, razor sharp plot, and smart, sexy characters will keep you turning pages well into the night.
Q - So, what makes the Special Agent Sam Jameson series special?
A - It's a mix of things, really. When I set out to write these books, I wanted to create something that mirrored exactly the kind of books I like to read. My top picks are usually espionage and private detective novels, any of the thousands of thrillers and mysteries best sellers, and, of course, books featuring classic pulp heroes. I also like heroes with problems and villains who are frighteningly human, maybe a little too much like us.
The Sam Jameson books are a mix of these genres. The series focuses on the mystery and thriller / espionage genre overall, with a couple of themes borrowed from financial thrillers thrown in for good measure, a healthy dose of the stuff that makes political thrillers great, and a serial killer novel or two to keep things interesting. Why such a mixing of themes? Because life isn't monolithic and book genres are arbitrary. There's murder in spy novels and there's espionage in political conspiracy thrillers.
Overall, the Sam Jameson series is designed to keep you turning the pages. I've done my best to make sure there's never a dull moment, and I think Sam's chutzpah and attitude makes for good entertainment. But I'm probably a little biased.
Q - What order should I read the books in?
A - I’ve written the series so you can read the books in any order, and all the story threads will tie up nicely by the time you're finished. The Incident is a standalone story, and it occurs before the Devolution series. If you do want to read them in order, I'd suggest the following
- The Incident Season 1
- The Incident Season 2
- Devolution
- Meltdown
- Mindscrew
- Balls Deep (A Peter Kittredge espionage and suspense thriller)
Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?
A - Because the Sam Jameson series is a fast, fun thrill-ride that never lets up! Each of the books has hit the top ten bestsellers list on Kindle for Women Sleuths, and each have been featured on Amazon's Thrillers 100 Must Reads list - which is no mean feat.
Ultimately, readers who enjoy a blazing pace, characters with depth and distinctive voices, and a plot that twists and turns all the way to the end will enjoy this series.
- Female Espionage Thrillers
- Female Suspense Thrillers
- Women Sleuths
- Female Mystery Series
- Female Crime Thrillers
- Private Investigator Series
- Female Political Thrillers
- Female Conspiracy Thrillers
- Thrillers and Mysteries Best Sellers
- Thrillers 100 Must Reads
- Thriller Female Detective Series
This is Part One of Mindscrew.
Elite hacker and amateur thief Sabot Mondragon has bumbled into the clutches of his former employers. Maybe he shouldn't have stolen billions in crypto-currency, though the outrageous heist made him one of the richest men on the planet. Sabot has no clue that the fate of the global economy is intertwined with his own. But he knows his odds aren't good.
Brilliant, brash, ballsy, and beautiful Special Agent Sam Jameson is hot on his trail, racing headlong into a buzz saw of intrigue and bad blood left over from the Cold War.
Will Sabot survive his vicious kidnappers? Can Sam stop the world's most secretive organization from pulling off a global coup in the wake of the sudden meltdown of the US dollar? Control of what's left of the tattered world economy hangs in the balance. Everything depends on Sam surviving a ruthless and brutal Mindscrew.
From the jungles of Central America to Moscow, Mindscrew's explosive action, razor sharp plot, and smart, sexy characters will keep you turning pages well into the night.
Q - So, what makes the Special Agent Sam Jameson series special?
A - It's a mix of things, really. When I set out to write these books, I wanted to create something that mirrored exactly the kind of books I like to read. My top picks are usually espionage and private detective novels, any of the thousands of thrillers and mysteries best sellers, and, of course, books featuring classic pulp heroes. I also like heroes with problems and villains who are frighteningly human, maybe a little too much like us.
The Sam Jameson books are a mix of these genres. The series focuses on the mystery and thriller / espionage genre overall, with a couple of themes borrowed from financial thrillers thrown in for good measure, a healthy dose of the stuff that makes political thrillers great, and a serial killer novel or two to keep things interesting. Why such a mixing of themes? Because life isn't monolithic and book genres are arbitrary. There's murder in spy novels and there's espionage in political conspiracy thrillers.
Overall, the Sam Jameson series is designed to keep you turning the pages. I've done my best to make sure there's never a dull moment, and I think Sam's chutzpah and attitude makes for good entertainment. But I'm probably a little biased.
Q - What order should I read the books in?
A - I’ve written the series so you can read the books in any order, and all the story threads will tie up nicely by the time you're finished. The Incident is a standalone story, and it occurs before the Devolution series. If you do want to read them in order, I'd suggest the following
- The Incident Season 1
- The Incident Season 2
- Devolution
- Meltdown
- Mindscrew
- Balls Deep (A Peter Kittredge espionage and suspense thriller)
Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?
A - Because the Sam Jameson series is a fast, fun thrill-ride that never lets up! Each of the books has hit the top ten bestsellers list on Kindle for Women Sleuths, and each have been featured on Amazon's Thrillers 100 Must Reads list - which is no mean feat.
Ultimately, readers who enjoy a blazing pace, characters with depth and distinctive voices, and a plot that twists and turns all the way to the end will enjoy this series.
- Female Espionage Thrillers
- Female Suspense Thrillers
- Women Sleuths
- Female Mystery Series
- Female Crime Thrillers
- Private Investigator Series
- Female Political Thrillers
- Female Conspiracy Thrillers
- Thrillers and Mysteries Best Sellers
- Thrillers 100 Must Reads
- Thriller Female Detective Series
191 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 14, 2015
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About the author
Lars Emmerich
48 books93 followersYou know that feeling when a story gives you goosebumps? I love that feeling.
And the one where you read something that puts a lump in your throat and smoke in your eyes? I love that one too.
And the feeling that you know what's going to happen next, only to find out to your absolute delight that you couldn't have been more wrong? I love that feeling too.
I love reading stories that move me and challenge my assumptions and teach me something. I love the way a great author lures me in and takes me along for a fantastic ride.
I also love to write stories. It's how I spend my days and a good share of my nights, too. I'm on a quest to write the perfect story full of perfect sentences. I don't know if I'm anywhere close, but I enjoy the gentle struggle.
And the one where you read something that puts a lump in your throat and smoke in your eyes? I love that one too.
And the feeling that you know what's going to happen next, only to find out to your absolute delight that you couldn't have been more wrong? I love that feeling too.
I love reading stories that move me and challenge my assumptions and teach me something. I love the way a great author lures me in and takes me along for a fantastic ride.
I also love to write stories. It's how I spend my days and a good share of my nights, too. I'm on a quest to write the perfect story full of perfect sentences. I don't know if I'm anywhere close, but I enjoy the gentle struggle.
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March 1, 2021
Good book. Some parts get too detailed and my attention wavers, but still an interesting book.
December 19, 2023
Missed 1 before, but now want to go back and read - very good - will ready more.
December 7, 2015
Mindscrew is the final book in the Devolution trilogy. Sam Jameson is back and doing what she does best. Rescue good guys and kill bad guys.
With out even a small break after her last adventure, rescuing her love, Sam is back in the thick of things tracking down Mondragon, who has used his computer skills to steal unimaginable sums of money. On a tip that he has gone to Costa Rica, she rounds up her team and off they go. However once they arrive, something doesn't feel right and once again, Sam goes "off script" and does what she does best....kick ass and take names.
If you haven't read Devolution yet, you can start there because once you read one, you just can't stop until you have read them all.
I can't wait to see what Mr. Emmerich has in store for us next!
With out even a small break after her last adventure, rescuing her love, Sam is back in the thick of things tracking down Mondragon, who has used his computer skills to steal unimaginable sums of money. On a tip that he has gone to Costa Rica, she rounds up her team and off they go. However once they arrive, something doesn't feel right and once again, Sam goes "off script" and does what she does best....kick ass and take names.
If you haven't read Devolution yet, you can start there because once you read one, you just can't stop until you have read them all.
I can't wait to see what Mr. Emmerich has in store for us next!
December 10, 2015
An excellent series. A very worthwhile read. I enjoyed it tremendously.
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