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AKA Simon Lee #6
Rebel Mind
The United States is falling further under Predator’s control with every passing day, and time is running out to stop them.
Separated and forced to trust those that have betrayed them, Lee and Winfield must find a way to fight back. But when the enemy is everywhere and knows everything, there is nowhere you can hide.
With Winfield hunted by Predator and the Secret Service, Lee remains imprisoned by Lever, who has plans for him and pushes him to the edge of breaking.
Loyalties will be broken, secrets learned, and beliefs tested. And in the end, Lee’s mind may hold the key to Predator’s destruction, though to do so might cost him everything.
Join Lee, Winfield, and many other familiar faces in the sixth and final installment in the AKA Simon Lee series.
Separated and forced to trust those that have betrayed them, Lee and Winfield must find a way to fight back. But when the enemy is everywhere and knows everything, there is nowhere you can hide.
With Winfield hunted by Predator and the Secret Service, Lee remains imprisoned by Lever, who has plans for him and pushes him to the edge of breaking.
Loyalties will be broken, secrets learned, and beliefs tested. And in the end, Lee’s mind may hold the key to Predator’s destruction, though to do so might cost him everything.
Join Lee, Winfield, and many other familiar faces in the sixth and final installment in the AKA Simon Lee series.
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First published November 26, 2020
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P.D. Atkerson
64 books108 followersP.D. Atkerson is a homeschooled writer, living in Montana, who may or may not be a secret agent. She spends almost as much time in the worlds she creates as she does the real one.
When she’s not reporting the stories of her agents, she’s learning different languages, or traveling to different worlds through the portals of books.
She has a black belt in sarcasm and a master’s degree in useless facts.
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When she’s not reporting the stories of her agents, she’s learning different languages, or traveling to different worlds through the portals of books.
She has a black belt in sarcasm and a master’s degree in useless facts.
If you're interested in reading any of her books for an honest review, just fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...
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September 5, 2024
5+ stars (6/10 hearts). Well… wow.
I was NOT ready for this series to end.
Okay, so I was totally ready for Deadlock to be taken down, but I was not ready for Lee’s story to end!!!
So… this one started off with a BANG. By chapter one I was already yelling at the author. XD I don’t think it was THE most intense book of the series, but it was pretty intense still. I was so happy to finally have all the pieces snapped together about Lee’s past/backstory, etc. And I loved seeing old characters returning. (Mia… Mia is terrible. Just, really. And Jimmy is even more horrid than all the others.)
I loved the romance, okay?? It was amazing and so, so sweet.
Also, I’m blown away at how P.D. Atkerson made her characters LIVE. Like, I’m half-pursuaded that the Winfield family actually exists, somewhere in America…
I’m still not sure about the ending. I read this story—and this series—so fast that I missed out on a lot of info. So the ending felt a little rushed/confusing, but that was probably my fault. Also the fact that I wasn’t ready to have Lee’s story stop yet. XD But regardless, I think the ending was really good. <3 And I will be binge-reading this series all over again soon, because already I want to reread it. XD XD
*happy sigh* I love this series, guys.
A Favourite Humorous Quote: “Killian, um… in case things go sideways, or for some other reason we don’t see each other again…”
“Yeah,” Killian said[.] “You’re still my best friend too. I tried, but unfortunately, I wasn’t able to replace you.”
“Oh! This is awkward. I wasn’t going to say that,” Lee said[.] “I was going to say you still owe me fifty bucks for that bet you made against me in fourth grade. But still, that was very touching.”
Killian rolled his eyes. “Sure…” he said, then he closed his eyes and made himself comfortable. “We’re going to make it out of this, Winnie. If I do, then you’d better make it out of this alive too. I’m not losing anyone else right now.”
Lee snorted and rested back himself. “Trust me, I’m not going to die on purpose,” he said. “Not dying is kind of a hobby of mine.”
*I received a complimentary copy of this book in return for my honest review. A positive review was not required. These are my honest thoughts & opinions.*
I was NOT ready for this series to end.
Okay, so I was totally ready for Deadlock to be taken down, but I was not ready for Lee’s story to end!!!
So… this one started off with a BANG. By chapter one I was already yelling at the author. XD I don’t think it was THE most intense book of the series, but it was pretty intense still. I was so happy to finally have all the pieces snapped together about Lee’s past/backstory, etc. And I loved seeing old characters returning. (Mia… Mia is terrible. Just, really. And Jimmy is even more horrid than all the others.)
I loved the romance, okay?? It was amazing and so, so sweet.
Also, I’m blown away at how P.D. Atkerson made her characters LIVE. Like, I’m half-pursuaded that the Winfield family actually exists, somewhere in America…
I’m still not sure about the ending. I read this story—and this series—so fast that I missed out on a lot of info. So the ending felt a little rushed/confusing, but that was probably my fault. Also the fact that I wasn’t ready to have Lee’s story stop yet. XD But regardless, I think the ending was really good. <3 And I will be binge-reading this series all over again soon, because already I want to reread it. XD XD
*happy sigh* I love this series, guys.
A Favourite Humorous Quote: “Killian, um… in case things go sideways, or for some other reason we don’t see each other again…”
“Yeah,” Killian said[.] “You’re still my best friend too. I tried, but unfortunately, I wasn’t able to replace you.”
“Oh! This is awkward. I wasn’t going to say that,” Lee said[.] “I was going to say you still owe me fifty bucks for that bet you made against me in fourth grade. But still, that was very touching.”
Killian rolled his eyes. “Sure…” he said, then he closed his eyes and made himself comfortable. “We’re going to make it out of this, Winnie. If I do, then you’d better make it out of this alive too. I’m not losing anyone else right now.”
Lee snorted and rested back himself. “Trust me, I’m not going to die on purpose,” he said. “Not dying is kind of a hobby of mine.”
*I received a complimentary copy of this book in return for my honest review. A positive review was not required. These are my honest thoughts & opinions.*
January 27, 2023
Dun, dun, DUH!!!
Hold onto your seats for the thrilling last installment to the AKA Simon Lee series!!! The Predator has taken complete control, and Lee and Winfield are still separated! This had a cool brainwave/mind controlling twist to it, which turned out so well, it was so cool. I loved every minute of this book. Things are finally wrapping up for the Phantom Thief, and it was so sad saying goodbye to him, but I know I'll find myself re-reading this series, I loved it so much, so it's not a complete goodbye ;) And the surprise characters from Winnie Winfield are in this, which was SO much fun for me. You don't want to miss the finale of the AKA Simon Lee series.
Who can you trust?
Hold onto your seats for the thrilling last installment to the AKA Simon Lee series!!! The Predator has taken complete control, and Lee and Winfield are still separated! This had a cool brainwave/mind controlling twist to it, which turned out so well, it was so cool. I loved every minute of this book. Things are finally wrapping up for the Phantom Thief, and it was so sad saying goodbye to him, but I know I'll find myself re-reading this series, I loved it so much, so it's not a complete goodbye ;) And the surprise characters from Winnie Winfield are in this, which was SO much fun for me. You don't want to miss the finale of the AKA Simon Lee series.
Who can you trust?
June 30, 2025
Here it is. The last book in the AKA Simon Lee series! Hopefully, I'll be able to publish it on Thanksgiving.
May 25, 2023
Second reading: Just finished reading this entire series out loud to my sisters, and we all LOVED them!! So, so good. Idk how I'm going to keep reading more books to them after this. Lol!
First reading: Wow, wow, wow, wow, WOW! What an amazing series. The whole thing. I loved every book so very much!!!! And the last book was no disappointment. The characters are so amazing, and SO real. Lee and Winfield are two of my favorite literary characters of all time. ❤️
My only complaint, is I felt like the ending was rushed, and there was more I wanted to know.
Other than that, this series was totally awesome, and I'm planning on reading them all out loud to my siblings very soon!!!! I think they will really love them as well, and I can't wait to enjoy it with them!! (P.S. This is probably my favorite series ever, and my reviews have not adequately expressed my feelings on them at all. Just know I love them to death.)🤣❤️😁
First reading: Wow, wow, wow, wow, WOW! What an amazing series. The whole thing. I loved every book so very much!!!! And the last book was no disappointment. The characters are so amazing, and SO real. Lee and Winfield are two of my favorite literary characters of all time. ❤️
My only complaint, is I felt like the ending was rushed, and there was more I wanted to know.
Other than that, this series was totally awesome, and I'm planning on reading them all out loud to my siblings very soon!!!! I think they will really love them as well, and I can't wait to enjoy it with them!! (P.S. This is probably my favorite series ever, and my reviews have not adequately expressed my feelings on them at all. Just know I love them to death.)🤣❤️😁
November 6, 2020
I have been on the edge of my seat for each of the AKA Simon Lee books. This one has been long-awaited, and I am slightly disappointed... ONLY BECAUSE I WASN'T READY FOR IT TO END.
I really loved how the plot twisted in this one... And it is sad that it is the last book but it was so good, I highly recommend you grab copies of each of the books, now!
Look for a full review sometime after I binge read the whole series...
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
I really loved how the plot twisted in this one... And it is sad that it is the last book but it was so good, I highly recommend you grab copies of each of the books, now!
Look for a full review sometime after I binge read the whole series...
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
December 3, 2021
This book was an awesome read! I was sad to flip the last page, knowing that once I did, the story would be over. But I really enjoyed it.
P.D. Atkerson has an amazing way of entangling you in her web of words and holding you there. I got yelled at a few times because I just couldn't put the book down!
P.D. did a good job with how she wrote the character of Lee and I definitely recommend this series!
P.D. Atkerson has an amazing way of entangling you in her web of words and holding you there. I got yelled at a few times because I just couldn't put the book down!
P.D. did a good job with how she wrote the character of Lee and I definitely recommend this series!
August 31, 2021
Wow, what a book! This one was just as packed with adventure as the rest of the series, but there was something more sinister. This one bordered more on sci-fi with mind-controlling/memory-altering technology. Once again, all characters are vivid and distinct; the plot is action-packed and tense; the resolution is satisfying.
July 27, 2024
I have to admit I was slightly disappointed. I want to see more of Lee!! 😭 but it was an awesome series, despite my attached emotions. 🤣 highly recommended to all those who love clean agent/spy/fake your death/ and anything else like that! lol
***thanks PD for allowing me to read this series even when I didn’t have to! I can’t thank you enough!
***thanks PD for allowing me to read this series even when I didn’t have to! I can’t thank you enough!
October 14, 2022
WHAT IS WITH P.D. ATKERSON AND KILLING PEOPLE?!?!?!? *sob*
This book was one of those books that made putting down impossible. I still can't believe I read it in two days ;P
10/10 hearts, and 5/5 stars. Not to mention 10/10 broken hearts 3 3. But hey! What can I say? Death is her specialty XD
This book was one of those books that made putting down impossible. I still can't believe I read it in two days ;P
10/10 hearts, and 5/5 stars. Not to mention 10/10 broken hearts 3 3. But hey! What can I say? Death is her specialty XD
July 18, 2024
3.75 stars
I have mixed feelings about this book. I really didn’t like the whole Braincircuit thing, and so that spoiled the first part a bit for me, but other than that… this was a great ending to the series. I was so glad to finally have all the answers, and to see glimpses of Lee’s life before there was a Phantom Thief. Speaking of… the brief account of how he was born was just – perfect for Lee, and I laughed so much at that. Was nothing about his life normal? I really don’t think so…
I loved seeing some old characters again (both good and bad) – and some, particularly, who still didn’t know anything about Lee. Spoilers
Winfield was as amazing as ever, and even more so in this one. I’m so glad that , and I found it very realistically done. The way Lee reacts to the news, too, was realistic and just what I would have expected from him, .
End of spoilers
I did feel as if the ending was a bit… anticlimactic, maybe? I didn’t dislike it, I just felt it could have been done slightly better. It wasn’t too sudden, or too unrealistic – it just wasn’t quite as dramatic as I was sort of expecting it to be. And I also felt like it left quite a few loose ends – but I have a feeling those will be tied up in some other series, so that didn’t bother me too much!
Edit: I wrote this review before I read any other SLU stories, and while I still have questions even now - I realise that with any SLU series, you need to read it not as a single series but a series that fits into a much bigger puzzle known as the SLU. And then, it really doesn't matter how a series ends or what loose ends it leaves untied - because you have to read the rest of the SLU to get the full picture. I mean, RM is NOT the end of the story, and there is so much you'll miss out on if you treat it as such and stop there. Think of this as Season 1 of a long series - it ends somewhat satisfactorily and ties some things up, but you can't stop there. SLU is only complete in its entirety, and now that I understand that, I like the ending of RM much better. ;) Even if I still wish there hadn't been a lie involved.
Apart from that, this is an extremely suspenseful ending to an extremely suspenseful series. I love all these characters so much, and I’m really, really sorry to have the series end. Lee is one of the most unique main characters I’ve ever read, and I love him so much – and his dad. I'm so glad I decided to give the series a try. I loved every single one and I could quite happily have had it carry on for many more books!
Edit again: It does, and I'm so glad! Keep reading. Read all the sequels, read all the prequels, and sit back and enjoy the ride. ;)
Note: I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Recommended Reading Order for the Simon Lee Universe books (SLU):
Note: This is the order I've put together after reading and rereading almost all of these books, sometimes at once. While there are different opinions on which series should be read first, this is the order I personally feel is best for a first-time reader. It is NOT the chronological order - and I strongly recommend that a first-time reader does NOT read these books in chronological order. That's great for rereads, but the most will be got out of the SLU books by reading them loosely in the following order
Phantom Thief
Nicholas Bishop
Gregory's Epilogue (blog short)
Christmas Hostage
Guardian Eagle
Murphy Lawson
Ghost Hunter
Most Wanted
Winnie Winfield
Not Enough
Rebel Mind
Talking Turkey (blog short)
Killian Young
Domestic Conflict (Seize the Fight)
They Call Her Ella
Deadlock
First Christmas (blog short)
Exploit
Choices
License
Training
Guilt
My Name is Anastasia
Night Crier (blog short)
Only For a Moment (blog short)
Christmas Bear (blog short)
Everything
Sick Leave (blog short)
Water Boy (blog short)
Школьник (blog short)
Bank Robber (Classified Files)
Blinded (blog short)
Room Escapee (Classified Files)
Dare (blog short)
Wrong Number (blog short)
Minor Detail
Unwanted Services
Off the Rails
Smoke Screen
Lost Time
Web of Lies
I have mixed feelings about this book. I really didn’t like the whole Braincircuit thing, and so that spoiled the first part a bit for me, but other than that… this was a great ending to the series. I was so glad to finally have all the answers, and to see glimpses of Lee’s life before there was a Phantom Thief. Speaking of… the brief account of how he was born was just – perfect for Lee, and I laughed so much at that. Was nothing about his life normal? I really don’t think so…
I loved seeing some old characters again (both good and bad) – and some, particularly, who still didn’t know anything about Lee. Spoilers
Winfield was as amazing as ever, and even more so in this one. I’m so glad that , and I found it very realistically done. The way Lee reacts to the news, too, was realistic and just what I would have expected from him, .
End of spoilers
I did feel as if the ending was a bit… anticlimactic, maybe? I didn’t dislike it, I just felt it could have been done slightly better. It wasn’t too sudden, or too unrealistic – it just wasn’t quite as dramatic as I was sort of expecting it to be. And I also felt like it left quite a few loose ends – but I have a feeling those will be tied up in some other series, so that didn’t bother me too much!
Edit: I wrote this review before I read any other SLU stories, and while I still have questions even now - I realise that with any SLU series, you need to read it not as a single series but a series that fits into a much bigger puzzle known as the SLU. And then, it really doesn't matter how a series ends or what loose ends it leaves untied - because you have to read the rest of the SLU to get the full picture. I mean, RM is NOT the end of the story, and there is so much you'll miss out on if you treat it as such and stop there. Think of this as Season 1 of a long series - it ends somewhat satisfactorily and ties some things up, but you can't stop there. SLU is only complete in its entirety, and now that I understand that, I like the ending of RM much better. ;) Even if I still wish there hadn't been a lie involved.
Apart from that, this is an extremely suspenseful ending to an extremely suspenseful series. I love all these characters so much, and I’m really, really sorry to have the series end. Lee is one of the most unique main characters I’ve ever read, and I love him so much – and his dad. I'm so glad I decided to give the series a try. I loved every single one and I could quite happily have had it carry on for many more books!
Edit again: It does, and I'm so glad! Keep reading. Read all the sequels, read all the prequels, and sit back and enjoy the ride. ;)
Note: I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Recommended Reading Order for the Simon Lee Universe books (SLU):
Note: This is the order I've put together after reading and rereading almost all of these books, sometimes at once. While there are different opinions on which series should be read first, this is the order I personally feel is best for a first-time reader. It is NOT the chronological order - and I strongly recommend that a first-time reader does NOT read these books in chronological order. That's great for rereads, but the most will be got out of the SLU books by reading them loosely in the following order
Phantom Thief
Nicholas Bishop
Gregory's Epilogue (blog short)
Christmas Hostage
Guardian Eagle
Murphy Lawson
Ghost Hunter
Most Wanted
Winnie Winfield
Not Enough
Rebel Mind
Talking Turkey (blog short)
Killian Young
Domestic Conflict (Seize the Fight)
They Call Her Ella
Deadlock
First Christmas (blog short)
Exploit
Choices
License
Training
Guilt
My Name is Anastasia
Night Crier (blog short)
Only For a Moment (blog short)
Christmas Bear (blog short)
Everything
Sick Leave (blog short)
Water Boy (blog short)
Школьник (blog short)
Bank Robber (Classified Files)
Blinded (blog short)
Room Escapee (Classified Files)
Dare (blog short)
Wrong Number (blog short)
Minor Detail
Unwanted Services
Off the Rails
Smoke Screen
Lost Time
Web of Lies
July 14, 2021
Oh
My
Soul
THIS BOOK
Ok. Let’s just take a moment to appreciate that Lee has issues too, and that he’s finally kinda learning that it’s okay to not be okay.
Also…WHAT COULD MAKE THE AKA SIMON LEE SERIES BETTER THAN THIS KIND OF PLOT!!!
I’d better stop before I give spoilers.
This book was amazing. I just…wow…I loved it. I loved how Lee and his dad’s relationship blossomed. I also loved how he had to deal with family he didn’t know that well. They were an interesting bunch to say the least.
I really enjoyed the suspense, the characters, the plot, just everything, and I thought that it came to a very satisfying end. I was very sad to finish the series though.
But another thing…the author captured my attention in this one like no other. Whatever they did differently in these books as opposed to the previous ones, keep it up. It worked.
Again, some things to keep in mind
- As aforementioned, there are several replacement words that show up in this book. I don’t remember a lot of them, but my mind tends to skip or block those words.
- The sarcasm in this one was very playful, but again, people have mixed views on sarcasm, so if it affects you negatively, then please be careful.
Thank you so much to the author for giving me this series to review!
My
Soul
THIS BOOK
Ok. Let’s just take a moment to appreciate that Lee has issues too, and that he’s finally kinda learning that it’s okay to not be okay.
Also…WHAT COULD MAKE THE AKA SIMON LEE SERIES BETTER THAN THIS KIND OF PLOT!!!
I’d better stop before I give spoilers.
This book was amazing. I just…wow…I loved it. I loved how Lee and his dad’s relationship blossomed. I also loved how he had to deal with family he didn’t know that well. They were an interesting bunch to say the least.
I really enjoyed the suspense, the characters, the plot, just everything, and I thought that it came to a very satisfying end. I was very sad to finish the series though.
But another thing…the author captured my attention in this one like no other. Whatever they did differently in these books as opposed to the previous ones, keep it up. It worked.
Again, some things to keep in mind
- As aforementioned, there are several replacement words that show up in this book. I don’t remember a lot of them, but my mind tends to skip or block those words.
- The sarcasm in this one was very playful, but again, people have mixed views on sarcasm, so if it affects you negatively, then please be careful.
Thank you so much to the author for giving me this series to review!
October 7, 2024
This book was definitely my favorite one of the entire series! It was SO GOOD!! I did feel like the ending left a lot to your own imagination though. Which may or may not be a good thing depending one what you like. I am really sad that this series ended! I will definitely be reading it again sometime.
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