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Mind Game
His last words changed everything…
Eric Martin, out of work, newly divorced, and seeking meaning in his life, sits in a small restaurant. It’s been a typically unremarkable day until a stranger named Randall joins him. By all outward appearances, Randall is unsophisticated and naive, but he soon reveals a talent completely at odds with his appearance: he can recite detailed information with computer-like precision. He shows off his skill to Eric with childlike delight, then abruptly leaves. Moments later he’s dead.
The police conclude that Randall’s death is an accident, but Eric believes it’s murder; a murder provoked by the last words Randall spoke.
Eric and Zoe Martin, Randall’s social worker, navigate a labyrinth of danger and deception to discover the truth behind Randall’s death. Each twist and turn leads them into deeper jeopardy and toward the heart of an evil plot that threatens countless victims.
Swift and sizzling, Mind Game is an action-packed thriller where people are not who they seem, motives are shadowy, and the stakes are staggering. It’s an all-out sprint where turning the pages can barely keep up with Eric and Zoe’s race against time.
Eric Martin, out of work, newly divorced, and seeking meaning in his life, sits in a small restaurant. It’s been a typically unremarkable day until a stranger named Randall joins him. By all outward appearances, Randall is unsophisticated and naive, but he soon reveals a talent completely at odds with his appearance: he can recite detailed information with computer-like precision. He shows off his skill to Eric with childlike delight, then abruptly leaves. Moments later he’s dead.
The police conclude that Randall’s death is an accident, but Eric believes it’s murder; a murder provoked by the last words Randall spoke.
Eric and Zoe Martin, Randall’s social worker, navigate a labyrinth of danger and deception to discover the truth behind Randall’s death. Each twist and turn leads them into deeper jeopardy and toward the heart of an evil plot that threatens countless victims.
Swift and sizzling, Mind Game is an action-packed thriller where people are not who they seem, motives are shadowy, and the stakes are staggering. It’s an all-out sprint where turning the pages can barely keep up with Eric and Zoe’s race against time.
223 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 23, 2017
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About the author
J.P. David
2 books9 followersI can neither confirm nor deny that I write under the name of J.P. David as a condition of my participation in the Federal Witness Protection Program. What I can say is that I write in a small mud adobe building set back from a dirt road on the outskirts of a city in a western state, that I am currently working on TRIPLE THREAT, the second book in the Hank Hammond P.I. series, as well as on the suspense thriller THE PROJECT. Both of these books will be released in 2012.
I can also confirm that I have been employed in various assorted positions in more than three, but fewer than thirty states and that I have never technically been incarcerated unless you count the time I served in the vice principal’s office in Junior High.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
In addition to the information above, J.P. David is a graduate of the California State University at Long Beach with a degree in creative writing, and has a business background that includes supervising a staff of investigators much like Hank Hammond, P.I. of the DOUBLE TAKE and TRIPLE THREAT murder mysteries. He is a former general coordinator of a Mystery Writers of America satellite and has been a presenter at both Left Coast Crime and Bouchercon.
J.P. resides with his camera-shy wife and his dog (see included picture) in a rustic mud adobe home that is frequented by coyotes, deer, javalenas, rabbits, squirrels, snakes, gila monsters, bobcats, and the occasional human. He is an active volunteer in the community, with a particular interest in health and caregiver issues.
I can also confirm that I have been employed in various assorted positions in more than three, but fewer than thirty states and that I have never technically been incarcerated unless you count the time I served in the vice principal’s office in Junior High.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
In addition to the information above, J.P. David is a graduate of the California State University at Long Beach with a degree in creative writing, and has a business background that includes supervising a staff of investigators much like Hank Hammond, P.I. of the DOUBLE TAKE and TRIPLE THREAT murder mysteries. He is a former general coordinator of a Mystery Writers of America satellite and has been a presenter at both Left Coast Crime and Bouchercon.
J.P. resides with his camera-shy wife and his dog (see included picture) in a rustic mud adobe home that is frequented by coyotes, deer, javalenas, rabbits, squirrels, snakes, gila monsters, bobcats, and the occasional human. He is an active volunteer in the community, with a particular interest in health and caregiver issues.
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June 2, 2019
'Mind Game' was one of those books that once you start, and it isn't the best book you've read in a while, but once you start, the story line is intriguing. The dialogue was too proper and felt forced. The characters were an interesting mix of personalities. But the bad guys seemed like idiots and over the top most of the time. They had such a complex plan, so obviously they were somewhat smart. Anyways, the book was a good mystery read.
June 1, 2017
Fast paced crime thriller.
Eric was between jobs when he witnessed a murder that the police were writing off as an accident. He had recently met the exceptional man who was killed and wanted to find the killer and see justice served.
Eric was between jobs when he witnessed a murder that the police were writing off as an accident. He had recently met the exceptional man who was killed and wanted to find the killer and see justice served.
May 27, 2019
This was a fast moving thriller with an interesting premise. However it was let down by an implausible plot. At times, the villains were just plain incompetent. The good guys weren't much better.
I'd give it 3 1/2 stars but I'm feeling generous so rounded up to 4.
I'd give it 3 1/2 stars but I'm feeling generous so rounded up to 4.
May 27, 2019
Top Notch Book
A very simple mystery with a very complex plot. Interesting, well developed characters and great scenery descriptions. I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good story.
A very simple mystery with a very complex plot. Interesting, well developed characters and great scenery descriptions. I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good story.
September 22, 2019
It started off well. After a few chapters, it was predictable. When I read a book, I usually do not want the book to end. In this case, I could hardly wait for the end.
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