Initiated: UAP, Dreams, Depression, Delusions, Shadow People, Psychosis, Sleep Paralysis, and Pandemics

by Matthew Roberts, Matt Lacasse (Illustrator), Terry Lovelace (Foreword)

In 2015, Matthew Roberts was a US Naval service member stationed onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt. The events that transpired during their 2015 workup cycle brought us the first-ever declassified footage of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP)and the New York Times article “Glowing Auras and ‘Black Money’: The Pentagon’s Mysterious U.F.O. Program.” Subsequently, he transferred to the Office of Naval Intelligence in Washington D.C. where he began to have frequent, and often intense, personal experiences with the phenomenon. He discovered through a long, painful, and terrifying journey that the truth of the phenomenon has deep and profound implications for the future of the human race. It may seem like a bold statement but the ultimate universal truth that underlies the phenomenon is captured in the simple yet eloquent words of Mark Twain, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born, and the day you find out why.”

Genres: Mystery

371 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2020

About the author

Matthew "Matt" Roberts is an English television presenter and author, best known for his MotoGP and British Superbike coverage.

Reviews

[Holly M Grier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meaningful and Poignant

If you have any type of "event" that has happened in your life, and you've started the path of awareness and consciousness, this is the best book by far to assist you on your own personal journey. I was blown away by the authors ability to speak directly and honestly, and even share his personal reading lists, quotes and detailed explanation of things that have mystified me for many years. I have been on my own personal and confusing search for answers to "otherworldly" things I've experienced and seen for many years. I highly recommend"Initiated" to anyone with an open mind on our shared human consciousness.

[Darren · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book starts really well, and the author does an excellent job of describing in vivid and compelling detail his initial experiences, which grow into important, far-reaching realizations. Where the book goes off the rails a little bit is when the author ends up believing he is an authority to speak on all imaginable topics, including, for instance, the "correct" interpretation of the biblical Book of Revelation. The book would have been twice as good at half the length.

[Angela · Rating 2 out of 5]

So, so bad. This book is an example of self-publishing gone awry. Page after endless unedited page about becoming a self-educated expert on esoteric subjects by reading the narrowest sliver of books, starting with the Kybalion and working his way through this random publishing company’s dusty old catalog of books, referring back to them constantly as if they are the pinnacle of all knowledge and touting them to all passersby as only new converts are wont to do.

[Ryan Beltz · Rating 2 out of 5]

It’s honestly tough to write a review of this book without coming across as overly critical, because that’s not really who I am—I try to find something of value in everything I read. But Initiated was a difficult experience for me.

There are moments in the book that touch on ideas many people can relate to—things like synchronicity, spiritual experiences, and the sense that there may be more going on beneath the surface of reality. Those themes are interesting, and I can see why they resonate with readers who are curious about UAPs or the intersection of consciousness and the unknown.

That said, the execution made it really hard to stay engaged. The writing often feels like an unfiltered stream of consciousness, and the lack of clear structure or editing becomes a real hurdle. It’s not just dense—it’s disorienting at times, and I found myself struggling to follow or extract meaningful takeaways.

Another challenge for me was the tone throughout the book. I don’t want to label or diagnose anything, but there’s a strong sense of “main character” energy that runs through the narrative. At times, it comes across as self-focused in a way that detracts from what could have been a more grounded or compelling exploration of the phenomenon itself. Instead of feeling like an investigation, it often feels very internal—like you’re inside the author’s personal interpretation rather than being guided through something broader or more objective.

To his credit, Roberts’ background in the Navy does add an element of credibility and initial intrigue. It sets the stage for what could be a fascinating perspective on UAPs. But for me, that potential never fully materialized because of the way the story is told.

I genuinely wish the author the best, and I respect anyone willing to share such personal experiences. But overall, this was a tough read—one that I had a hard time getting through and an even harder time pulling clear, grounded insights from.

[Bernice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book

I thought I was going to read about aliens, and I did. But this book is so much more. Roberts has a keen and precise kind and has research into initiation and consciousness is intense and thought provoking. The latter half of this book is chewy, like when I read Elkhart Tolle. My to read list has increased because he cites his sources and they are many and varied. This is a book I will read again and keep for reference. Prepare to think and have your mind blown a bit.

[Wil · Rating 5 out of 5]

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