Mind Games - Paperback

For fans of Ready Player One, Jumanji, and Saw... This is an immersive, sci-fi horror that will keep you in terrifying suspense, leaving you dreading ever playing another game again.

This thrilling, atmospheric debut novel from author Kristi Jones will have you sitting on the edge of your seat. If you love gripping horror with mind-bending twists, then Mind Games is a must-read.

When a mysterious VR helmet finds its way onto the doorstep of Shawn Crow's retro game shop, his once normal life suddenly becomes anything but.

Struggling to cope with some impactful changes in his life, Shawn seeks comfort from the one thing that's always made him feel safe, video games. Though unlike anything he's ever seen before, this VR game is technologically advanced, blurring the lines of what's real and what's not. Real dangers threaten Shawn, both inside and out of the game, as he fights his way through what feels like a never-ending nightmare. Shawn's mind and body are pushed to their limits as he maneuvers through the game's challenges.

His love of video games and his anxiety around personal difficulties in his life drive him to play the game for the first time. But something else entirely keeps him playing.

Shawn must fight through his deepest fears to free his mind of this haunting game.

Praise for Mind Games:

"It made me think of Jumanji, only scary..."

"​​​​​​​I ended the book with a smile and thought 'I sure hope there's another one!' The ending was one of my favorite parts..."

"This book was thrilling, immersive, and makes me never want to put a VR system on! Terrific debut novel!"

"5 stars! I found myself not wanting to put it down. Mind Games blends suspense, horror, and gore in an exciting way! Which kept me guessing what comes next! I really enjoyed this debut novel and cannot wait to see what the author brings us next!"

"...there were points that I didn't want to put it down. I felt like I was dropped into the middle of the level and living it for myself. Filled with suspense! The chokehold the end had me in left me wanting more! Can't wait to find out what happens next!"