The Mind Game
A gripping YA thriller where espionage meets telepathy, and your thoughts may no longer be your own.What if the greatest weapon in the world wasn't technology... but the human mind?
A missing friend leads seventeen-year-old Roni Padilla into a hidden conflict fought by telepathic spies, covert organisations and ruthless enemies who can manipulate reality itself.
Blending psychological suspense with high-stakes espionage, The Mind Game is a fast-paced thriller filled with conspiracies, impossible choices and unexpected twists. As Roni uncovers a war hidden in plain sight, she discovers that in a world where minds can be controlled, trust may be the most dangerous risk of all.
The Story
When her childhood friend disappears without explanation, amateur investigator and mystery podcaster Roni Padilla refuses to let the trail go cold.
Her search uncovers a secret society of telepathic operatives working to prevent a global dictatorship from seizing absolute power. Drawn into a conflict she never knew existed, Roni finds herself hunted by enemies capable of invading the one place she thought was safe: her own mind.
As the conspiracy grows, every answer raises new questions. Every ally hides secrets. And every decision could change the future.
Why readers love The Mind Game
"One of my favourite reads of the year."
Kim Bartosch, Kim's Book Reviews
"A fast-paced, thoughtful read that will leave you eagerly awaiting the next."
Alexandria Williams
"Adventure-filled, nonstop action."
Heather Warner
"An engaging story... the geopolitical component was really thrilling."
Samantha King
An adventure-filled nonstop action read. You won’t have time to even come up for more air.
‘It’s an adventure-filled nonstop action read. You won’t have time to even come up for more air. You’re all in. You won’t want to put it down until you can see how it all ends.
The story has such an intricate plot and keeps you engaged throughout. The characters are well developed and show a wide range of emotions – just the way the author has written them, they come alive as you’re reading.’
Heather Warner, Bookgirlbrown Reviews, Bookstagram and BookTok influencer
Behind the Books
I've always been fascinated by intelligence agencies, psychological manipulation and the hidden battles that shape history. The Mind Game grew from a simple question: what if spies could do more than intercept secrets? What if they could enter your thoughts?
The result is a thriller that combines espionage, mystery and speculative science into a world where information is the ultimate weapon, and no one can be certain whether their own memories can be trusted.
As for The Joshua Files, the first book I wrote in the series - Jaguar's Realm - was a standalone prequel that gave me the idea for further books. You can read it either before or after the rest of the series, or as a standalone.
Reading Order
The Mind Game - Volume One is a trilogy about Roni Padilla's journey from teenager podcaster to CIA asset. You can read the series prequel Jaguar's Realm before, after or during the series - it features the two telepathic brothers at the heart of Roni's amazing discoveries.
