For all Nora Roberts fans, she’s done it again. Mind Games is a psychological suspense novel with romance and family drama added in for a complete plot that will please any reader. Thea and her brother are visiting their grandmother when tragedy hits. The grandmother immediately became my favorite character.

I can trust Nora Robert's writing. She immediately drops the reader in the middle of an engaging story that follows Thea from that life-changing summer to a satisfying ending. My favorite part was to watch this young girl address challenge after challenge. There are interesting subplots: Thea’s gift, her relationship with her grandmother, and later her life with her brother and his son. This one has everything, especially a drama of the strength of family alongside a tale of mystery and romance.

Mind Games has an old school feel with an old school villain and low frequency psychic vibes that reminded me of some of my favorite Linda Howard books from the late nineties. Told in three parts – Tragedy, Living, and The Gift – Roberts proves that her prolific creative mind is still as sharp as ever. It's a nostalgic reminder to Romancelandia to come for the author but stay for the story. It’ll keep you entertained.

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This book went back and forth from being slow to picking up and keeping my attention. I usually like a faster paced thrilled and I think this author essentially isn’t my cup of tea but the story was over all a good read.

Every summer Thea and her brother get to spend 2 weeks with their grandmother in the Appalachian mountains while their parents get a little time to themselves. This summer brings a violent end to their happy, idyllic vacation when an evil killer takes the life of Thea's parents. Through a gift that she shares with her grandmother, Thea witnesses the entire thing and makes a connection with the killer that will follow her through adulthood.
We watch Thea grow and keep her 'gift' hidden after being burnt by her 1st love, only using it occasionally to help the police and to check in on the evil that sits in prison. This connection drives his hatred of Thea and he vows to kill her and any she loves. A story of an enduring love and the power it has to fight evil. I love the magical quality that weaves through the story and always love a good vs. evil trope!

I received this a complimentary book from the publisher. The opinions are strictly my own.
Rhea, 1w and her brother Rem, 10 are visiting their Grammie in Kentucky for 2 weeks when their parents are brutally murdered in their own home.
Rhea wakes up right after it happens and runs to her Grammie's room. Grammie is awake and crying because she had "seen" something bad had happened
Rhea, however had been there in her minds eye and seen it all and could even identify the killer.. She helps catch him and put him in prison for life. The killer also has the gift of "seeing", so they end up connected to each other.
Rhea has to find a way to sever this connection so that she can truly be happy.
A very intense story about tragic loss, rebuilding, learning to love and trust, and believe in yourself

Suspenseful and mysterious characters draw the reader into the world of telepathy and mind reading. When a grisly murderer is glimpsed in a dream or is it a vision, two young kids become orphans in a second of horrifying violent crime. Thea decides to tell the police and the murderer is captured and put in jail. However, he has seen her in his mind too and he wants revenge. This haunting mystery was definitely creepy and scary for NR. I love her romances and the way she makes the characters seem like family or friends. I found myself wanting to visit Gram and learn her mountain cooking. There is a lot of dialogue and I think it will be a great tv movie someday.

Thanks to the publisher for an eARC of the book; all opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed Nora Roberts' newest book! I feel like there has been a shift in her writing and storytelling over her last few books, which I have really enjoyed. I can't really put my finger on what that shift is, but I feel like La Nora is taking more chances in her storytelling, trying new things, and changing things up from an approach that was getting a bit formulaic.

The premise of this book was fascinating to me - a young woman, Thea, with the ability to 'see' things as they happen, as if she is in the room at that time, and then the connection that is established with the man who murdered her parents as a result, and how she navigates that, uses it, is affected by it.

I love Lucy, the grandmother of Thea and her brother Rem, who becomes the kids' guardian after their parents pass away. She is kind, and supportive, and holds the kids accountable, and extends her compassion to the entire community.

Nora Roberts really does a great job with the psychological thriller crossed with romance and really has a great balance in this book with the two.

I thoroughly enjoyed the book and I'm already eagerly anticipating La Nora's next book!

3.5 ⭐️

Thank you so so much to @netgalley and @stmartinspress for my ARC of Mind Games.

Nora Roberts has been one of my favorite authors for years, and I’m so glad I was able to read her newest book early.

Mind Games had a beautiful setting, a thrilling plot and steamy romance. Throw in lovable characters and strong family bonds? I would usually be HOOKED.

A few things deterred me, though. I felt like the pacing was fairly slow, and some of the dialect was just off for Nora’s standard. I know it takes place in Kentucky, but I just felt like the characters spoke in a way that could have been done with half the words. Very repetitive.

I enjoyed watching Thea and Bram grow up, and I loved the relationship they had with Grammie. I loved the budding romance, the single dad trope, and the whole small town setting.

This one is definitely worth giving a shot to, even if it isn’t my favorite by her.

Another knocked it out of the park Nora Roberts book!
I loved the story line and the buildup.
Roberts just keeps getting bette and better with her books!

Nora Roberts is one of my favorite authors and this book reminded me of just why that is. She writes so fluidly and with intelligence and incredible wit. Despite this novel having a thriller vibe she still manages to include grief, family, tradition, children, and romance into the story leaving you feeling like you experienced and were part of the plotline. January LaVoy narrates this spectacular book and I love the way she creates a unique sound for each character so there isn't any doubt about who is speaking. She's one of the best as is Nora.

This was a highly enjoyable novel full of well thought out characters and storylines. The story unwinds in an easy and timely manner. Thea and Rem's parents are murdered and it is seen in Theas minds eye. The women in the family have the gift of seeing things that have and are happening. After the murder, the children live with their maternal grandmother in the Kentucky countryside where life if simpler and slower. Just the place to find your place in life and heal wounds. Relationships grow, teenage hopes and dreams come to life and happiness is found in the end. A wonderful novel that's not to be missed.

I love a book with a supernatural or magical element thrown in and this was it! I admit this was my first book I have read by Nora Roberts, but I loved her writing style and will definitely be back for more! Although this book is a slow burn it does suck you in and you get completely invested in this family's stories. I would highly recommend!

Loved, loved, loved this book. I was a little nervous to begin with when there was all of this talk about seeing things/premontions as that is not usually my jam. But this book turned out wonderful and I truly enjoyed it and I could not put it down!

Nora Roberts does it again with “Mind Games,” hitting all the right notes for lovers of romantic suspense. Added, is Roberts’ special touch of supernatural, which longtime fans will sip like fresh Kentucky lemonade. Splashes of seasons and summer romance, modern storyline and snappy dialogue make this an instant favorite. Best to read while you await the release of book 2 in the Inheritance series, “The Mirror,” coming soon.

This stand alone Roberts novel has everything readers have come to expect from the New York Times Bestseller. Readers may find it unusual in that the main character and villain are connected via a psychic link. However, the novel maintains it's depth of characters, beautiful settings, and strong willed female characters.

Wow!! It's been a long time since I've read any recent Nora Roberts titles. This one did not disappoint!!

This was such a emotional rollercoaster and pins-and needles suspense with a hint of the paranormal. The chemistry between Thea and Ty was electric!! And Ty's son Bray was so adorable!!

This book is a perfect fit for those looking for a suspenseful and emotional story with a strong focus of family, love and the power of resilience.

The suspense made me devour this book!!

I received a complimentary digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I really loved this one. Bittersweet threaded with love both familial and romantic. The light and dark side of their gift made for a fun unveiling.

Nora Roberts’ books are wonderfully crafted stories. In this novel, we are in the hills of Kentucky enjoying the small town and love of a close family. Thea and Rem spend time with their Grandmother every year in June. It is a wonderful time of year, when they help with the animals and chores. This year is different though, a tragedy, their parents are murdered.

The truly tragic part is that Thea saw it all in her mind’s eye. Her Grammie (Lucy) also has the eye as well, but not as clear. Thea was able to help the detectives. Rem and Thea stayed with Grammie up until college and even then returned to the mountains and began their lives nearby.
The murderer continues to play a role in Thea’s life. He shows up in her head randomly and is cruel.

Nora Roberts’ books almost always make me realize how wonderful life is when you follow your heart. I loved the characters in this novel and really want them to have the best life. I love how the author portrayed the community as caring, positive, thoughtful people as opposed to illiterate Appalachian people.

Mind Games by Nora Roberts tugged on my heart strings and I loved each and every chapter.

This book required a little suspension of disbelief as it dipped into the paranormal realm. That being said, it was an amazing story. Thea was such a dynamic character, and her grandmother, Lucy, had my heart. This is a signature Nora Roberts romantic suspense, and I was here for every minute. The ending was a bit far-fetched, but I appreciated how it resolved. Add this one to your list!

3.5 stars - I appreciate the experimentation with a non-traditional type of suspense. Not sure I totally bought it, but it was an interesting experiment! Classic Nora found family vibes, and just all around comfy which was what I wanted