Mind in Chains

The Mind Sleuth #3

by Bruce M. Perrin

It was spring in the Midwest and the perfect storm was brewing.

A scientist of considerable renown, Dr. James Conroy, Jr., was leading a grassroots movement to improve access to medical treatment in the United States. At the same time, a group known as the Crusaders for Common Sense was rallying around the cry, “Stop Playing God with Medicine.” Claiming that medical science merely maintained the body while the soul rotted from within, they stood opposed to Conroy—violently opposed.

Like most residents of St. Louis, Missouri, Sam “Doc” Price and Nicole Veles watched in horror as the violence escalated. But after a noted medical researcher was attacked at Nicole’s apartment, she and Doc were plunged into a world of domestic terrorism.

Doc found an unlikely ally in FBI Special Agent Rebecca Marte. Together, they tried to make sense of the Crusaders’ actions that defied all logic. The terrorists showed no fear of identification—or even death. In the end, Doc risked everything he loved in a final, deadly gambit with the Crusaders, only to find that the cost of his ploy might be more than he was willing to pay.

250 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2019

About the author

Bruce Perrin has been writing for more than 20 years, although you will find most of that work only in professional technical journals or conference proceedings. But, after completing a PhD in Industrial Psychology and a career in psychological R&D, he is now applying his background and fascination with technology and the human mind to writing novels. Besides writing, Bruce likes to tinker with home automation and is an avid hiker, logging nearly 2,500 miles each year in the first two years of Fitbit ownership. When he is not on the trails, he lives with his wife in St. Louis, MO. For a closer look at his writing life, book reviews, and progress on his upcoming works, please join him at www.brucemperrin.blogspot.com.

Reviews

[Khurram · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very very good book. Well thought out and executed. I found the ending a bit too rushed, or more to the point not to my liking of clean finishes. If this was not the case this book would have been an easy five stars.

This book is as much technical theory as it is a mystery. I do like the way the events in this book are linked together. I also think it was clever of the writer to throw in a couple of red herrings in as well. I think it is a good illustration of the of the face that too much information could be just as bad as not enough.

I would have liked a bit more character development, and definitely a better ending. This could possible be forgiven if the series is to be continued with the same characters.

I would be interested to know what happens next, but I am not a fan of how this book finished. I am hoping for more on all the main characters of this book.

[Samantha Henthorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I have read by Bruce M. Perrin, he has the skills to form his characters in such a way that the reader just doesn't know until near the end - or is it until the actual end? - Kept me guessing. Now, do I have the skills to tell others how excited I am to find this author without giving any spoilers away about 'Mind in Chains'? I knew from the blurb this was a medical thriller and the first scene is set seven years in the past in a hospital where one of the worst things imaginable happens. I was then drawn away by two main characters - I didn't know who to trust, and just as one of them started to look like a hero, they said the overly confident phrase - 'Walk with me' to an FBI agent. I thought to myself - I'm on to you! However, I was already unsure of the other character... Like all good thrillers, the meaning of the initial scene I mentioned became clear -my mind was blown at this point. With all the talk of medical conspiracies (everyone's favourite subject), I was torn! There was just enough to make you wonder and an untied thread leading to the next book. I was easily invested in the plot and characters - could have been an X-File.

[Jonathan · Rating 3 out of 5]

In "Mind in Chains" FBI Special Agent Rebecca Marte and neuroscientist Sam Price hunt an extraordinarily sophisticated homegrown terrorist organization calling themselves the "Crusaders for Common Sense". The Crusaders employ untraceable human weapons, agents that are exquisitely trained, absolutely loyal, and to all appearances soulless. They seem to appear out of nowhere, and when their violent mission is accomplished, they accompany their victims were the FBI can’t follow—into the hereafter.

I think it was Isaac Asimov that compared a story to a party and said the author should “get there late and leave early.” The first part of “Mind in Chains” seems like a prolonged planning session to that party, where the reader is bombarded with all the names and interests of the people on the guest list—and it’s a long list. During this extended introductory phase, the dialogue often struck me as the characters speaking to the reader, rather than to each other. There’s also a lot of scene-swapping going on. If a friend were telling me this story over a cup of coffee, I might suggest they consider switching to decaf.

Eventually the story settles into a good, focused, groove, and begins to work as the medical thriller / FBI procedural it aspires to be. The writing is straightforward and relatively unadorned, perfectly appropriate to the action and the mood. The dialogue also starts to work a lot better—It seems the author finally trusts that the reader knows enough to keep up with the action, without the characters having to explain what is going on.

Though towards the end it became clear what was happening, the why remained elusive. The motivations of the antagonist were not entirely clear to me, and their methods seemed unnecessarily convoluted. The antagonist is crazy, certainly, but far from stupid, and given their obvious intelligence, and the power they wield, the odd choices of how and why that power is applied requires a really solid explanation, which, if it was there, I missed.

Now let’s talk about that red herr . . . wait, where’d Asimov go? Dang it, he was my ride home. Sorry, gotta run!

[J. Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mind in Chains is a suspenseful and entertaining read. Bruce Perrin is a fine writer who takes us on a well-paced ride to solve a complex, violent series of crimes. It's a timely novel and this reader found it chilling and all too real in today's climate of extremism.
I really like the character of FBI agent Rebecca Marte and would love to read a novel with her as the main protagonist. Sam "Doc" Price was well-drawn as well, and when I finally landed on the Acknowledgements page I understood why. Perrin has plenty of work experience in psychological research and development himself.
Many times, the story felt more like a FBI procedure tale than a medical thriller. Not a criticism, though, as I found the investigation of the terrorist group "Crusaders for Common Sense" by agents Marte and Clements fascinating and the analytical mind of Doc quite absorbing.
I did think the ending was a little off-putting where it left me in the lurch, but I'm sure Perrin will be following up with a fourth book in the series, and hopefully the loose ends will be addressed. If I had known I would enjoy this novel so much, I would have started with the first two of the series.

[Tony Parsons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nurse Martha Wilson was telling Jorge Caballa (hospital security, former PD, military) 1 of the Female, black, not yet named newborns was missing.
Mildred Saks helped search.
Alicia Riggs (supervisor) & Towanda Jenkins (hospital administrator) were notified.
The PD was notified/investigated & a Amber Alert was put out. The baby was never found.

5/3, Independence, MO. Ruger-Phillips office. Sam “Doc” Price (fiancé, cognitive psychologist) & Nicole Veles (daughter/sister) went to visit with Thomas “Tom” Veles (husband/father), Margarite “Maggie” Veles (wife/mother), & Jenn Jenn (daughter/sister).
5/5, Evangelical Church of the Rock. Reverend Micah Eastin commenced to give the Sunday sermon on the opioid epidemic that plague the US/everywhere countries.
Then it was on to abortions & Dr. James “Jimmy” Conroy Jr. (son/brother, scientist) who led a grassroots movement to improve access to medical treatment in the US.
5/6 St. Louis U. Dr. John Huether was to have a meeting with Ridgeway Pharmaceuticals. They were interested in his newly developed flu vaccines.
There is 1 problem he bled to death.
Soulard Farmers Market. St. Louis, MO. FBI SAC Chuck Wheeler & FBI SA Rebecca Marte were discussing the Crusaders for Common Sense who were advocating for Stop Playing God with Medicine.

News Flash: Sister Constance (Crusaders for Common Sense) had killed Dr. Huether.
5/7, Biomedical Engineering Associates Building (# A 27). Nicole (biomedical engineer) & Dr. Laura Greenwood (cellular biologist) were having a meeting/dinner.
Criminal, Cyber, Response, & Services Branch (2nd floor). Sr. FBI SA Gus Clements & FBI SA Marte were piecing together the Crusaders for Common Sense case.
Sister Constance was on her next mission.
Suicide bomber. BOOM!
Sister Constance/Dr. Conroy Jr. were killed.
Conference Room 2-C, Dr. Rajesh Agrawal (scientist, synthetic biology) was at the podium giving his speech.

Brother Justice burst into the room BANG; BANG; BANG!.
Sister Prudence was at the back door. More gunfire.
Very few escaped alive that day.
Brother Justice & Sister Prudence could hear the sirens when they reached their awaiting car.
Is there something going on with Ergo, James Conroy, & the Crusaders for Common Sense?
FBI SA Marte & Sr. FBI SA Gus Clements went to interview Mr. Joseph “Joe” Holyfield (neighbor).

Will the FBI be able to bring down the Crusaders for Common Sense?

I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.

A very awesome book cover, & proper great font & writing style. A very well written medical thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great medical thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.

Thank you for the free Goodreads; Making Connections; Making Connections discussion group talk; Author; PDF, book
Tony Parsons (Washburn; MSW)

[Brian O'Hare · Rating 5 out of 5]

As one would expect from Bruce Perrin, the plot of Mind in Chains is hugely creative and imaginative, employing psycho-medical technology that stretches the belief of the ordinary reader but which calls, no doubt, on theories and studies probably as yet only on technological drawing-boards.

An absorbing story with great characters, intelligent themes, and an engaging writing style, Mind in Chains was always going to be a compelling read. The premise of the novel is fascinating. A group of eco-warriors called The Crusaders, led by a mysterious figure in the background, are targeting medical facilities and celebrated personalities in the field of medicine. Nothing particularly new there, you might think. What begins to emerge, however, is that these warriors seem to have no fear or concern for their lives nor, indeed, moral scruples about the evil they do and the havoc they create. Doc Price soon realises that something in their psyche is off-kilter. And the discovery that he eventually makes, together with its implications for the future of psychology and medical developments, is mind-blowing. Only Perrin could come up with such an imaginative twist.

The science, though original and complex, is not difficult to follow. I give Perrin extra kudos for resisting the temptation to delve deeply into techno-babble. He is a great writer, fearsomely knowledgeable about all things technical, and it would not have been easy for him to settle for a very restricted explanation of Dr. Greenwood’s extraordinary psycho-medical achievements. The result of this restraint, however, is a fast-paced, entertaining read which is allowed to hurtle headlong towards a tense and suspense-filled conclusion. Wonderful story. I simply could not put it down. Fully deserving of the five star rating I gave it.

[Billy Buttons · Rating 5 out of 5]

A WISHING SHELF BOOK REVIEW
7th October 2019
TITLE: Mind in Chains
AUTHOR: Bruce M. Perrin
Star Rating: 4.5

‘A gripping thriller populated with complex characters. This novel will make you think. Highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf

REVIEW
I love a good thriller. And, you know what, this is pretty good. And I’ll tell you why. Yes, it has all the ‘normal’ facets of a thriller. There’s plenty of pace, it has a powerful ending, there’s even domestic terrorists for the protagonists to battle. But that’s not why I liked it. Okay, I’ll tell you. The author wants the reader to ‘think’. Yes, think. Now, compare that to a Clive Cussler (Dirk Pitt) novel where the reader’s job is not to think at all.
Medicine, how it develops, what it should be allowed and not allowed to do, and, of course, access to it (particularly in the US) is often in the news. This novel by Bruce M. Perrin looks at many aspects of this. But not in a textbook sort of way. Far from it. It’s exciting. Yes, exciting. The characters, particularly Rebecca (FBI agent) are interesting, complex and, of course, vulnerable. The Crusaders who feel medicine is simply a method of keeping the body working as the soul rots within, put up a good battle. I suspect the author wants me to detest them; and I did. But, also, I worry about how far medical science will go. I worry about how often ethics are overruled by the need to develop; to push a boundary. And, in many ways, this is what this novel is about. It wants the reader to think. And, you know what, I did.
They were a few small things that niggled me. The author tends to ‘tell’ a little too much and not ‘show’. In fact, even when he ‘shows’ he then feels he has to ‘tell’. A good example of this is, Martha blinked, surprised. When Martha blinked, from the contact of the writing, you can see she’s surprised. You don’t need to ‘tell’ the reader the character’s surprised; you already ‘showed’ it by having her blink. The other thing was character and setting description. It just felt a little bland. You know, the usual stuff, eye colour, etc. I felt this aspect of the novel could be worked on.
All in all, this was a well-written novel, with a solid plot and a wonderful second half (and ending). Also, it looks at very provocative topics. It’s always fun when an author has the skills to offer a gripping thriller and, at the same time, cover aspects of a topic that is so often discussed and is so often in the news. This novel is very much a job well done. Enjoy! I did.

A ‘Wishing Shelf’ Book Review
www.thewsa.co.uk

[J Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gripping thriller!

The Crusaders for Common Sense are plotting the murders of people associated with Healthcare; researchers, doctors, hospital workers, and they are succeeding. Sister Constance, one of the Crusader warriors, flaunts her ability to attack with impunity, posts vivid descriptions on social media, and sows terror. Agent Rebecca Marte and her partner Senior Special Agent Gus Clements are on a mission to find and stop the Crusaders, preferably before someone else dies.

Bruce Perrin has done an excellent job of combining relatable characters and chilling suspense. The plot is well-developed and is eerily possible given the current pace of medical and psychological research. This book is a real page-turner and held my attention from beginning to end.

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Becca Marte has a string of crimes to solve. A group known as the Crusaders is protesting modern medicine and getting more violent with each act. Who are they and what is their end game? Why do they protest helping people and affordable care? As the plot unravels, various clues reveal these answers with insight into the tightrope medicine and technology walk together between health and threat. Becca is a strong female lead. The author manages to tell a good thriller without the seedy romances other novels twisting the story. I enjoyed the promotional reader I received.

[Richard Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read!

This is the first medical thriller I've ever read. Being more of a fantasy lover, I came across the cover and title and was immediately intrigued. I took a chance on reading something outside my usual genre and I wasn't disappointed.

If you like thrillers of ANY kind, 'Mind in Chains' will satisfy your craving.

[Tam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Compulsive and gripping! Will have you on the edge of your seat!

*I received a complimentary ARC of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.

[gj indieBRAG · Rating 5 out of 5]

We are proud to announce that MIND IN CHAINS (The Mind Sleuth Series Book 3) by Bruce Perrin is a B.R.A.G.Medallion Honoree. This tells readers that this book is well worth their time and money!

[Entrada Book Review · Rating 4 out of 5]

The third book in The Mind Sleuth series is a thrilling ride. Bruce M. Perrin continues to keep readers on edge throughout the complex and compelling story. Once you pick up Mind in Chains, you’ll find it hard to put down until you’ve finished the last page.

If you’re already a fan of the series you’ll recognize familiar characters. What makes this series appealing to a wide range of readers, is that you don’t have to read the books in order. It does help in keeping up with minor character changes but each book can be read as a stand-alone medical mystery.

Mind in Chains delves into the ethical, social, and moral considerations that come up concerning medical care and the access that U.S. citizens have. Misconceptions, preconceptions, beliefs, and facts are discussed and examined throughout the book. Readers will be forced to think about how they feel about modern medicine and if it is really putting souls in jeopardy.

This is what Mind in Chains is about. It puts the medical community and a religious grassroots organization against each other. One wants to advance health care for everyone, while the other wants to “save” people’s souls. Who is right and who is wrong will have the reader searching their own belief system. There are also enough plot twists and turns to keep readers guessing until the final page. The villain in the story might not be who readers think it is. This is what makes a great story.

Mind in Chains is a fast-paced thriller that is helped along by Perrin’s easy, conversational style of writing. Each scene is written so readers can easily see themselves there. “A shadow slid across the lawn, the ghost of a cloud floating on the breeze backlit by a half-moon in the night sky.” Not only is the writing descriptive, it sets the scene perfectly.

Each scene flows easily into the next, without any noticeable gaps. Perrin has managed to create a unique and exciting series with relatable characters. The characters grow and evolve with the changing story drawing readers deeper in. You will find that you want to get to know Sam, Nicole, and Rebecca better, along with others that enter and exit throughout the book.

What makes this novel such a compelling read is that it emulates real life. It reminds us that endings are not always happy and that there can be a price for our actions, even if they’re the right ones. Mind in Chains is a techno-medical thriller that will have readers talking long after they’ve put the book down.

[Kevin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mind in Chains is an engrossing, suspenseful mystery that literally kept me up until the wee hours of the morning. I couldn’t get to sleep before finding out what happened! A really well-written and well-constructed story from the twisted mind of Bruce Perrin. The author drops sufficient clues for the reader to eventually figure out the mystery along with FBI agent Rebecca Marte, but it’s a complex puzzle; one that’s fun to solve. The characters here are colorful and interesting, and in the end you’ll have real feelings for their situation. A truly masterful job and a book worth buying and reading.

The main character of the Mind Sleuth series, Dr. Sam “Doc” Price, has just become engaged to Nicole. Things are going swell until the domestic terrorist group known as the Crusaders for Common Sense comes into their lives. The Crusaders are bombing medical professionals, and both Sam and Nicole work in that field. The Crusaders rail against modern medicine as a blight on the planet, and when a prominent researcher is killed by a bomb, the FBI ramps up its attention. Rebecca is the lead agent investigating the terror group, and she meets Sam as part of the case. Sam’s keen analytical mind proves valuable to Rebecca as they both work toward tracking down the terrorists before they kill again.

The plot has many twists and is quite complex, yet with Sam’s assistance the reader is able to follow easily and understand where the investigation is headed. There are several persons of interest and figuring out who is really behind the Crusaders, and how they are carrying out their missions, is plenty of fodder for a deep and engrossing story. Sam and Nicole get sucked in and put in danger, but there are even bigger issues at stake. There is never a pause in the suspense as the pieces start to fall together. It’s a story that will keep you guessing and keep you happily reading. I fully recommend this book.

There are a few minor issues that keep this from being a 5-star rating, but they are truly nits that don’t detract from the enjoyment of the read. There are a few plot points that, after the fact, seem to have some logical irregularities, and the ending leaves a few questions not completely answered. There are some blind-alley sub-plots that could have worked better, but they don’t detract from the main story. There could be a little more punch to the climax, but this is a psychological thriller more than an action movie. I’m hoping for Ann Hathaway to play Rebecca in the movie. Overall, another winner from Bruce Perrin!

[Billie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was spring in the Midwest and the perfect storm was brewing.
A scientist of considerable renown, Dr. James Conroy, Jr., was leading a grassroots movement to improve access to medical treatment in the United States. At the same time, a group known as the Crusaders for Common Sense was rallying around the cry, “Stop Playing God with Medicine.” Claiming that medical science merely maintained the body while the soul rotted from within, they stood opposed to Conroy—violently opposed.
Like most residents of St. Louis, Missouri, Sam “Doc” Price and Nicole Veles watched in horror as the violence escalated. But after a noted medical researcher was attacked at Nicole’s apartment, she and Doc were plunged into a world of domestic terrorism.
Doc found an unlikely ally in FBI Special Agent Rebecca Marte. Together, they tried to make sense of the Crusaders’ actions that defied all logic. The terrorists showed no fear of identification—or even death. In the end, Doc risked everything he loved in a final, deadly gambit with the Crusaders, only to find that the cost of his ploy might be more than he was willing to pay.

This was a great techno thriller that was super engaging.
From the start the plot and story line grip you and doesn't let go.
Well fleshed out characters that you wanted to read about.
Suspense, twists and turns, chilling ideas that you can see happening now all woven together in this thriller.
Recommend reading.

I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.

[Laurel Heidtman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sam Price, the cognitive psychologist main character of the Mind Sleuth series, and his girlfriend, Nicole Veles, are getting married. Soon after their engagement, they become involved with a female medical researcher who is Nicole’s latest client. While the three of them are having dinner at Nicole’s apartment, someone takes a shot through the window at the researcher.

The story plays out against the backdrop of medical science versus God. On the one hand, some are advocating better access to medical resources for all (sound familiar?), while on the other religious advocates are preaching against medical science, believing that the scientists are working against the will of God. One militant group has been attacking St. Louis facilities where medical research takes place, and in one such act, a researcher is killed when he comes in to work early. When the incident happens at Nicole’s apartment, it is believed to be an attempt on the researcher’s life by the same fanatics.

This is book 3 of the Mind Sleuth series, and it’s the best yet! I’ve read all the Mind Sleuth books and the science in them was frightening—because it has a basis in fact—but this one is creepier than the others. I’m not going to say why because that would be a spoiler. All I will say is prepare to be entertained and prepare to be surprised.

[Madeleine Holly-Rosing · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this third book in The Mind Sleuth Series, Dr. Sam "Doc" Price has finally gotten his act together and asked Nicole to marry him. That brief moment of happiness doesn't last long as both are flung into an investigation of a terrorist targeting the medical establishment. "The Crusaders for Common Sense" don't just have it out for vaccinations, but wouldn't mind if the entire medical profession went back to the Dark Ages. Introducing a new character in FBI Special Agent Rebecca Marte, we follow the three of them as they try to decide who to trust and who is the next target.

Though it started off a tad slow, it quickly got up to speed in this fun thriller with lots of red herrings and enough techno babble to make even a scfi fan happy. (I personally thought the science was well-balanced throughout and made it interesting.) Overall, the plot is well-developed and I found the characters to be even more relatable than in the previous books. I especially liked Agent Marte and I'd suggest she have a book of her own. (hint, hint) The only detraction was I was never really sure about the antagonist's motivation after all was said and done, but perhaps that will be made more clear in the next book. And I'm pretty sure there's going to another one.

I've read all three of the "Mind Sleuth" books now and I must say this is the best of them so far.

[Robert Williscroft · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first thing you should know is that Dr. Perrin is a crackerjack writer of hard science fiction. Unless you are an expert in modern medicine and especially neuroscience, you will not be able to define the line between reality and speculation in this tale torn from tomorrow’s headlines. This is the third of his books I have reviewed, the second in this series (although the third of the series). Dr. Perrin is one of the best in his field, as you will discover when you pick up and read this, his latest.

In simplest outline, this book is about true believers with mutually exclusive world views, and investigators Sam “Doc” Price and Nicole Veles are caught in the middle. I come down on the side of the science-based true believers but recognize that in the final analysis, science is as much about belief as it is about proper interpretation of fact. While I emphatically disagree with what the faith-based true believers hold for true in this story, because of my background, I understand them. I am here to tell you that Dr. Perrin got it right!

This is a well-deserved 5-star read!

[John Autero · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recently completed the Mind in Chains book by Bruce Perrin and I enjoyed every digital page that I turned. The main characters Rebecca Marte (tough FBI agent) and Sam Price (scientist turned sleuth) felt real and were fun to be around. The evil-protagonist is a terrorist group called the Crusaders for Common Sense and have a hatred for anything big-Pharma. Their agents are ruthless killers that are as cool as a cucumber no matter what the situation and rival Ethan Hunt from Mission Impossible with their cloak and dagger skills. One thing that really stood out for me in this book was the portrayal of the action scenes. They were so well described I felt like I had been dropped right into the encounter. Hard to stop reading when your standing next to somebody with a bomb strapped around their neck. Mr. Perrin also has a way of bringing technical topics into the story and explaining them so anyone can understand. It’s like getting a bunch of little hors d'oeuvres to snack on while eating your main dish. You’ll enjoy it.

[PanOrpheus PanOrpheus · Rating 5 out of 5]

An imaginative Thriller based in the world of Medicine!
Bruce Perrin has produced something extraordinary in this book. A Thriller that constantly keeps you thinking about what is happening in the strange worlds of high-level Science, pharmaceuticals, Artificial Intelligence and more! Just when you think that you’ve got it, a new twist is thrown in, something totally unexpected. It is these twists and turns in the world of Sam Price and Nicole Velez, of Cognitive Science, of the initial Nemesis, Sister Constance, of the FBI agents, Marte and Clements, and many others that keeps this highly imaginative, original plot going. Where does The Reverend Eastin fit into this? And what of the mysterious Laura Greenwood? This is an edge-of-your-seat page-turner from beginning to end. Highly recommended!

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

You may have seen the teaser I put up in November and I also read and reviewed the first two novels in this series. I loved them enough that I read Mind in Chains also!

This one will get to you--it involves medical practices and the people who are for it and those who are against it. A baby is stolen from a hospital--scientists are murdered and then a noted researcher is shot at in Nicole's apartment.

Everyone knew about the anti medical group---but would the FBI agent and Doc, Nicole's fiance be able to figure it all out and stop the killing?

You will be shocked at who it is and what they have been doing!!

Be aware there is a CLIFF HANGER that drove me crazy--so you know I will be getting Book 4 when ever it comes out!!

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Crusaders for Common Sense?
Wow, what a book that fits the time we live in. This is the first book of Bruce Perrin I have read and it will not be the last. The book was engaging and brilliantly written. The author wrote an original and very intelligent piece. The book flowed with such a gripping way with characters that were not only complex but very well developed. High praise to the author if you like thrillers this is the one to pick up. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.

[Virginia Babcock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tricky and Tangled

This book is a mix of mystery, science (science fiction), and psychology. I enjoyed the many twists in turns in the story as I tried to figure out what was going on. I liked Doc and Nicole and the FBI agents. The author shows you them as humans as well as professionals. All the characters are human and relatable.

The mystery here works. You get enough clues to guess at the whos and the whys and a lot of answers at the end, but not all. This is a satisfying stand-alone book, but you will need a Book 4 to ease the sting of an abrupt and cliff-hanger ending.

[C.A. King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mind in Chains is a riveting medical mystery/thriller that keeps the pages turning. I had no clue what was going to happen. At the end I hoped there was more coming, too. I'll keep looking - there could be another book.

This story is beyond well-written. I found myself rereading paragraphs because I loved the wording! It is simply perfectly-polished. 5/5 stars!