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The Bax Mysteries #3
Elites
Bax’s psychic abilities have turned his life upside-down. However, he has brought them under control, allowing him to settle into a routine – he has a job he loves, and a girlfriend he loves even more.
He uses his skills to help the Phoenix P.D. solve their most difficult cases, but unbeknownst to him, something lurks in the shadows. His efforts have attracted the attention of a ruthless uber-criminal, putting him and everyone he cares about in danger.
As the calendar approaches Christmas, Bax is forced to confront a shocking revelation about his parents. A case involving a dead body and a mysterious coin will light the fuse to an explosive that may shatter everything he holds dear.
He uses his skills to help the Phoenix P.D. solve their most difficult cases, but unbeknownst to him, something lurks in the shadows. His efforts have attracted the attention of a ruthless uber-criminal, putting him and everyone he cares about in danger.
As the calendar approaches Christmas, Bax is forced to confront a shocking revelation about his parents. A case involving a dead body and a mysterious coin will light the fuse to an explosive that may shatter everything he holds dear.
301 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 21, 2022
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About the author
Patrick Hodges
48 books122 followersI guess I am the classic "late bloomer." I had to sit in the front row of the class picture every year in elementary school; I didn't reach my present, permanent height until the year I got my driver's license. It took me a long time to "grow up" mentally, too; I was probably the least goal-oriented person you could ever meet.
I always enjoyed reading books, though I was convinced that I was not, and never would be, creative enough to come up with an original idea or story without cobbling it together from things I'd already seen.
And so, in my mid-forties, imagine my surprise when a story was born inside my head, and nine months later had grown so large that I couldn't hold it in any more. I'm sure many writers tell similar origin stories, but I sure wouldn't wish a three-decade gap between high school Creative Writing class and, you know, writing something actually creative.
Better a "late bloomer" than a "never bloomer," I guess.
What else? Oh, yeah, I live in Arizona with my amazing wife Vaneza, and our kids, June, Benji, and Sunshine (two are dogs and one is a cat, I'll let you figure out which is which).
I always enjoyed reading books, though I was convinced that I was not, and never would be, creative enough to come up with an original idea or story without cobbling it together from things I'd already seen.
And so, in my mid-forties, imagine my surprise when a story was born inside my head, and nine months later had grown so large that I couldn't hold it in any more. I'm sure many writers tell similar origin stories, but I sure wouldn't wish a three-decade gap between high school Creative Writing class and, you know, writing something actually creative.
Better a "late bloomer" than a "never bloomer," I guess.
What else? Oh, yeah, I live in Arizona with my amazing wife Vaneza, and our kids, June, Benji, and Sunshine (two are dogs and one is a cat, I'll let you figure out which is which).
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June 7, 2024
Elites is the third book in The Bax Mysteries written by Patrick Hodges. A mix of new adult, mystery and psychic exploration, this series is quite clever and the characters are full of depth. Bax is fresh off being involved in helping the police solve two huge mysteries, and he's just hoping to finally get to live his own life. Fate has other plans, and immediately, he's asked to use his intrinsic talents to locate a missing boy. When he quickly solves that case, he's keen to try to help on another, but this one will be a much tougher problem to solve. After all, it ends up to be über personal to him and his family. Readers will learn a lot more about Bax's parents, including what The Agency had to do with them in the past.
War is coming among the elitist class of psychics, but no one knows it. Bax is unfamiliar with this world, but when he touches an object that belonged to someone important, he can clearly see what happened to the latest victim, and he now understands how significant his discovery could be. Too bad the epic battle between different sides has decided he's critical to their success. Hodges weaves great storytelling in and among the various scenes, offering a touch of romance, family bonding, career planning, and lessons in trusting again. I really enjoyed the sharp dynamics between Bax and Natalie, especially the growth in their relationship between the books.
I'd falsely assumed it might simply be a three-book series; based on the ending, that's definitely not true. While a major arc in Bax's story comes to a sweeping conclusion at the conclusion, another is launched. Bax has a tough decision to make, one he has been battling with throughout the last two months. Given all that he accomplishes and deals with in this book, I can only imagine his life is in for a tremendous shock. Double agents. Strangely drawn battle lines. Vengeance from someone he crosses. Eagerly waiting for book four to be released.
War is coming among the elitist class of psychics, but no one knows it. Bax is unfamiliar with this world, but when he touches an object that belonged to someone important, he can clearly see what happened to the latest victim, and he now understands how significant his discovery could be. Too bad the epic battle between different sides has decided he's critical to their success. Hodges weaves great storytelling in and among the various scenes, offering a touch of romance, family bonding, career planning, and lessons in trusting again. I really enjoyed the sharp dynamics between Bax and Natalie, especially the growth in their relationship between the books.
I'd falsely assumed it might simply be a three-book series; based on the ending, that's definitely not true. While a major arc in Bax's story comes to a sweeping conclusion at the conclusion, another is launched. Bax has a tough decision to make, one he has been battling with throughout the last two months. Given all that he accomplishes and deals with in this book, I can only imagine his life is in for a tremendous shock. Double agents. Strangely drawn battle lines. Vengeance from someone he crosses. Eagerly waiting for book four to be released.
April 4, 2022
Whoa, Bax’s life takes a dramatic turn in book three when he offers his psych services to help solve the latest murder mystery. The mystery surrounding his abilities and family also greatly intensifies, and d**n is it good. This one just might be my favorite in the series thus far. So many twists and turns in this one and I am all for it. I can’t wait to see where it goes in book four.
February 4, 2026
I can't explain just how much I have been enjoying this series. Not only does it hold my interest, but it also entertains me as well as makes me think about things I might not otherwise want to think about. You just can not help but become invested in the characters in this book series and care about what happens to them next.
May 9, 2022
the Bax series
Really enjoyed this series and want to read more.
Great supporting characters whom you admire and a quirky fun 18 year old navigating real life with a twist. Good mystery and villain elements.
Please write more.
Really enjoyed this series and want to read more.
Great supporting characters whom you admire and a quirky fun 18 year old navigating real life with a twist. Good mystery and villain elements.
Please write more.
October 9, 2023
Great series!
I read all three books in this series, and I loved them all!! I can't wait for book 4!!! These books should be made into a movie!!!!!
I read all three books in this series, and I loved them all!! I can't wait for book 4!!! These books should be made into a movie!!!!!
March 6, 2025
Patience
Killers, Ghosts & Elites, now I can't wait for Allies to come out. You need to read them in order!!!
Killers, Ghosts & Elites, now I can't wait for Allies to come out. You need to read them in order!!!
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