Mindjacked

The UFO Bombshell Before Roswell: Missouri's 1941 Crash and Cover-Up

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

There is a lot out there about aliens and the Roswell crash, but what about the crash and subsequent cover-up six years earlier in Cape Girardeau, Missouri? This book explores that event and how many people knew about what was found there, how it was covered up, and whether they used some of that technology in building the A Bombs used in Japan. The author explores all aspects of the cover-up and has done a lot of research on this event. He even has some witness accounts and has found documents to back up his theories.

While I am not so sure about the truth of aliens coming to Earth, I found this book interesting, as that time period interests me, and I used to live not too far from Cape Girardeau. This is not the author's first book on the subject, and while I am not so sure I will go back and read the others, I did find this one entertaining.

Sleepless (MG)

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

How many times have you thought If only I had a few more hours in a day, I could finally get everything done? What if you no longer needed to sleep? This is what Levi, Mickey, Skye, Thea, and Cyrus ask. The four each think they are the only ones who no longer sleep, until they find each other. While they all agree no one else can know about this, they also use the time to become better than everyone else at things. Levi, a big social media guy, starts making posts from different accounts around the world. Cyrus the creator uses his time to invent new things, Skye, the great student, uses her time to become even smarter, and Thea practices songs from the upcoming play she is in. Mickey is tired of being bullied, so he starts running and lifting weights. It is a chance encounter on one of Mickey's runs when his running partner and best friend, his dog Baldy, gets loose, and Mickey follows to get him back, and that is when they start coming together and find they are not alone. But the real mystery they need to solve is what caused their sleep to stop.

I'm not sure where the author keeps getting his ideas, but I hope it doesn’t stop anytime soon. This is another wonderful book that makes you stop and think, "What would I do?" Would I even like it? I really liked this book, told from the different viewpoints of the kids and what they are really thinking about it all, especially after it has been going on for a while, as they start to see the moral dilemma and decide how to deal with it. This is a great book for middle-grade, reluctant readers, and would make an awesome classroom read. Maybe even read it when you can get to sleep.

How to Train Your Evil Robot (MG)

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

This is such a cute book about a girl, her dog, and a 3-inch-tall robot who thinks it can take over the world. The girl patiently shows the robot why humans still need to exist, and they need to live together. I like some of the facts she points out to the robot that explain the toll it takes on the environment, and how the robot had to learn from humans before it could do things on its own. The book is in graphic novel format, so reluctant readers will enjoy this as well. This book helps kids understand the new and rapidly evolving world of AI that they now live in. I really liked this book a lot and hope it turns into a go-to book as an introduction to AI.

Stella (Best Friends Dog Tales) (MG)

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:07:42 +0000

Stella is a working dog. She has been trained to sniff out explosives with her beagle nose. But she missed a smell one day, and there was a huge explosion that killed her handler, Connie, and left Stella with some PTSD/anxiety, and she was retired. But finding a new home has been challenging. Minutes after her third return to the shelter, they decided she wouldn’t ever find a home and decided to put her down. Lucky for Stella, a lady shows up and knew Connie and takes Stella back to her farm to be retrained to do something else. But once the lady's daughter, Chloe, sees Stella, she knows that Stella is the dog for her. What they didn’t know, and Stella had to work hard to prove, was what her new job should be.

This is a heartwarming book about second chances. The people need to give Stella a second chance, and Stella needs to come to terms with what happened and give herself a second chance. The book is told from the perspective of Stella and how she desperately wants to be a good dog. Hearing things from Stella’s perspective is so awesome, like the time she first sniffs Chloe. I really liked this book, and it would be good for anyone who loves to learn about working dogs, and just a really good story. The book has some action and suspense and will be good for any middle-grade reader, even reluctant ones. PS: Stella does not die in this book.

Every Hunter is Hunted

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Jazz hasn’t really done anything since putting his father in prison and writing a book. But as all quiet ends in noise, so does Jazz’s when there is a knock on the door. It is a young, pretty FBI agent asking for his help as brides are being murdered on their wedding nights in their dresses. Jazz wants nothing more to do with serial killers, but is convinced to help the FBI on this so no more women are killed.

I don’t want to go too far into this as it is a mystery for the reader as well as Jazz, so I wish you well on your journey. I really loved this book, but I was a big fan of the other Jasper Dent books and was very happy to see this new one coming out. This is just as awesome as those were. They are action-packed, very suspenseful, and have a few twists and turns that might surprise. The characters are well curated for the story, and all of it fits together like a glove. I really enjoyed this book and cannot wait for more, and hopefully Jazz won’t take so much time off for a while.

Cocoon

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

San and her friends are recruited to become assistant nurses and end up at the front lines working in caves, seeing the horrors of war firsthand. San would like to wrap her friends in a cocoon to protect them from the bombs and horrors. But their toughest job is still to come. They are sent home. They have to find their own way, crossing enemy lines, and with no food, they are cold, starving, and scared out of their wits. But out of all that were sent, only a few make it back.

This was a moving book that brought to the forefront the horrors of war through a child's eyes. The author's telling of it brings it home especially now when our world seems to be all wars. The book is done in graphic novel form with wonderful illustrations to keep all readers engaged. I love these books, as we now know that women have served in all kinds of wars and right up front in the thick of the combat zones, but were never given the credit they deserved until just recently, so maybe even a bit of history snuck in as well. This book is a wonderful addition to any library.

Callers a Journey Home

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

This is a fast-paced conclusion to the series, and I will be honest: I will miss Quin and his friends. Quin is fixing the vine as fast as he can, but his mother is destroying the vine even faster and doesn’t even care that this is all of their resources and no one will have anything if she succeeds in her ways and keeps allowing everyone to just think things into being, calling. At the same time, the resistance is growing, but there are still a lot who just want to use the easy way. Who will win and who will come to the rescue?

This is a very action-packed book, and it is a fast one for sure. It would make a good book for any middle grader, and I think reluctant readers as well, or any kid at heart. The characters are awesome, and the plot moves along at a good pace, making this a really good last book and end of the series. I am sad to see it end, but one can hope that there might be some spin-off series as well in the future.

Dragonborn: Rite of Ascension Book 1

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:48:38 +0000

Hale always knew he wouldn’t make it past the arena, but he also always hoped he could so he could find and be with his brother again. Sharing some of his coveted medicine that is used to help ease the disease that rages in his body with another boy, they become fast friends, knowing each was about to die soon. But as Hale lies in the arena just on the edge of dying, he becomes one with a great dragon that cures his disease and allows him to choose the other boy and his lifelong friend to his team, so they all can keep moving toward a new and better tier, seemingly always uncovering more and more lies the orphans have told their whole life; first among them is they are not actually orphans.

This was a good book with lots of action and full of suspense. The characters are well-rounded, and each fits their own little niche in the book. The plot is new and fresh. Narrator Eric Jason Martin made this book come alive in my car; it was so much fun to listen to, I had to take the long way home a few times. I really enjoyed this book a lot and can’t wait for more from this team.

Carl's Doomsday Scenario

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:14:02 +0000

Carl and Doughnut are still in the running and doing ok for themselves so far, but this is a new level, number three, and there are new things to do. They are now tied to their trusty (but alcoholic AI) Mordeci. I crack up when Princess is talking to Mongo like he is a baby, her baby. However, they still need to level up and get Mongo up as well; what they didn’t count on was Mongo's body reaction to leveling up, and how, of course, that would impact them. But every time they go just to do easy things, they all turn into much harder fights and above-their-level, but will their luck run out on this level? Will Carl ever get pants? And what is it with this game? Will Carl get that figured out as well?

This is such a fun series; I really like them a lot. I am another who cannot sing the praises of voice actor Jeff Hayes enough. I am a very slow reader and was frustrated with how slow I was going with the books, so after the first I was able to purchase the next few on sale and add the audios for a bit more. These books are wonderful anyway you enjoy them. At times you will be on the edge of your seat with the suspense, others laughing, and a random funny part. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I do.

The Second Life of Snap

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0000

When Zuzu’s dad loses his job at the biggest company around, they didn’t give him money, food, or water; they gave him a very outdated robot with a broken charging station. Zuzu doesn’t want a nanny robot and does everything possible to leave him behind so she and her friends could go on their adventures. But the day Snap is with them, and when her dad gets home and asks about her day and if she went where she shouldn’t, and when Snap is asked, he lies for her, not only going against all things robot but just wow. That changes their relationship for the rest of the time.

Zuzu had gone through so much in her twelve years that some of it does not always seem fair. But going through the ups and downs of this takes the cake. She and the town will miss Snap as he is sent back after he drains himself of all his power, helping to save the townspeople during a dust storm. I love the character in this book as it is so genuine and raw. The plot and speed of the book move fast, making this a great read for anyone. It has a lot of action and a surprise ending I hope you won’t see coming, as it makes for a more fun experience. I really did love this book, and I will also say the audiobook narrated by Ferdelle Capistrano is very good and wonderful for those not-so-long car trips, as it clocks in at a bit over 4 hours.

Marvels The Novelization

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:09:34 +0000

Imagine a world mostly through the lens of a camera when superheroes are just coming into being, mostly starting with Namor and the Human Torch and quickly moving to the Fantastic 4 and how they came back after their mission. They were greeted as heroes at first, then bad guys, back to heroes. It chronicles the first 40 years of Marvel through photojournalist Phil Sheldon’s camera and is experienced by Phil, his family, and his co-workers. But Phil always maintains the fact that the sups are here to help as much as they can.

This is a wonderful book for anyone just getting into these comics or those that just like everything Marvel. It was well written and brought a whole new aspect into the story by seeing it all through one person's outlook. My view might be different than others, as I have not read the comics, only seen the movies, so it was nice reading the origin stories of some of the main players. But I really enjoyed it a lot.

The Academy VI Rise of the Scorpions

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:04:02 +0000

Moving up in age class was a worry of Leo’s, as some players won’t get to come back and they are the smaller, younger ones of their age range. Will he make it? Will he get playing time? That might not be the only worry this season, as there is a new team in their division and they play rough and dirty. That isn’t all; there is a bad injury to one of the players that shakes up the whole team badly. If that all isn’t enough for Leo, should I mention there might be a pretty girl in his future?

This book is even more fast-paced than the first ones. We are now almost like family to the team as we have watched their ups and downs. Sometimes it is hard to watch, but other a joy; I am glad the coaches understand these are still just kids and need to do other things as well. I love the characters and, as always, the storyline from an old soccer player. I can relate with JoJo, but there really weren't any girls' teams to play on in my day.

Dungwon Crawler Carl Graphic Novel Vol 1

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:12:55 +0000

I read this online, but I can only imagine the illustration would be even better in the physical book. This book is a must for any lover of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series. The adaptation of Dungeon Crawler Carl: Graphic Novel was smooth and did not lose anything during its platform change. This volume takes you through the first 13 chapters of the book, and I love the Princess Doughnut drawings; they truly bring out her charm and maybe a bit of murder mittens.

Eva to the Max

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Eva loves motocross but when she gets relentlessly bullied about it she is forced to change schools, and keep her motocross career hidden. But when Eva pushes herself and her bike to hard in a race Eva finds out the truth behind the cost of her decisions. There is also a new girl at school that not only threatens Eva’s secret but also her chances to get sponsored by company that will help with the cost of her beloved sport.

I never thought I would like a book in verse, but the subject matter kept me going and I loved every lap of this book. I love any book were the female out plays the guys and wins. I guess I see myself there as when I grew up there weren’t enough girl to make a league or their own motos, so we always got mixed in with the guys. Like Eve there was always to ones to bully girls about playing sports with the guys, and like her I am sure many hide the fact that they played to curtail the bullying even though they might have been better than the guys. I found Eva to be everything a girl athlete is and hopes to become she is very believable as are all the characters. I did like the writing style and found it flowed well and with the short subsections made it easy for a dyslexic reader. I am glad there are more books out the where girls get to break out of their shells. I loved Eva and hope to see more stories like hers.

Griffin Speaker

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Rain is an orphan living with her Aunt who keeps and trains animals for others. Rain has one rule to follow, do not go into the barn, of course she does and finds a griffin, a wild griffin which no one has seen in many generations and thought to be extinct. The griffin bonds with Rain and when the high up officials find out they set out to capture the griffin and do the unthinkable to Rain make her start to take the meds. There is only one thing that can save them both and that is if they can get to the academy and make it past the trial set before them then even as an orphan she will be provided the education of the academy and hopefully become a griffin rider.

So much action and suspense right from the start and continuing on until the very end, however now I can’t wait to see what the pair will get up to next. These characters each and everyone are well thought out and the story is just wonderful. I really loved it and hope to see more of the duo as they move along the ranks.

Wombat Waiting

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

First of all, Wombat isn’t really a Wombat but a dog, one that has been on the street’s way to long. But the day everything seemed wrong to Wombat and he wanted to run away from all the strange smells and sights a voice told him to go the other way, “the wrong way is the right way”. Wombat follows the voices directions and his heart tells him what it wants only it is driving off in a blue car. Wombat’s voice tells him to wait, he does for a very long time. But he isn’t much used to people and the ones he’s been around have not been nice so the people feed him but think he is dangerous so they stay away. But as Wombat talks to animals he starts to warm up to the people but the one he really wants is the one he is waiting for the one scared some of dogs.

My heart broke for Wombat through each section of the book, and it did bring back the smells I have smelled many times while living in California. I love how Wombat helped others while trying to find what he is looking for. Wombat turned out to be a unofficial therapy dog to those in need, and without being taught, he just knew, and that is very special. Even though it was clear to all that Wombat was waiting for something no one knew what it was, but the kindness in the humans even when they thought he was not friendly was to make him comfortable too. There was just so much kindness and love in this book it should be a testament to all in how to be even when you are losing everything. I loved this book it is a true Applegate book.

In the Spirit of French Murder

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Since Tabitha has moved to Paris to be with Grand Pere and Oncle she has tripped in to murder investigations over and over again, and this time it is none different. Someone is killing off the nine bluets, and Tabitha is trying hard to stay out of Inspecteur Merveille way, but she has to keep her Messieurs safe, a task she takes very seriously.

I have loved this series since I got to read the first book, and to throw in Julia Child as Tabitha’s partner in crime (and Tabitha’s cooking is sometimes a crime). These have been really good and I have to say (no spoilers) Tabitha and Julia’s trip to see the medium was really cool and insightful. The characters are believable and the plots fun. Despite the action and all the suspense the story is a great 3^rd book in this wonderful series.

The Mountains We Call Home

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Cussy and her family are back. This book picks up a bit after the beginning of the Book Women’s Daughter because it seems Cussy is new to the women’s prison and she is still sporting a broken arm. We have heard what happened to Cussy’s daughter Honey during this time period, now it is time to hear Cussy’s story. Cussy finds out the prison librarian has gone and she puts in for the job, Cussy shows she has no fear and she will deliver book to sections no one else did like the death row inmates. But what the inmates want most is to hear Cussy read books to them and soon it is very apparent to the guards and there fore the warden is how the inmates are calmed. The warden allows Cussy to start a program to teach the inmates to read (this has also become a requirement of parole) as lon as she does her regular book keeping in the dinning hall (food is much better when she is there). The program is so good the warden of the men’s prison asks and is granted to have some of the men to come as well. Word gets out and a Louisville Librarian asks the governor to allow Cussy to come to her library for a length a time to set up the program there. This is were the story gets interesting, and Cussy finds her champion in her fight for release.

This is such a wonderful book. I can attest that the places the author mentions are very real as I now don’t live far from the women’s prison in Pewee Valley and pass the men’s penitentiary in Buckner on my way to work. I have a friend that worked at the Western branch of the Louisville free public library (LFPL). My kin still live on the Virginia side of the Appalachian and are right next to Letcher County. Growing up I had heard stories of the Blues, but never knew of the awful laws imposed on them in the past, like the horrible mass sterilization of all the women that get into trouble. I love the characters and everything about this awesome book it is so real and heart breaking at the same time. If you have read the other books in this series or maybe you just want to read a wonderful nostalgic book set in Kentucky that is unlike any you have read before, I think you will love this brief trip back in time to a historic place with fictional characters and the stories they have to tell.

PS we still have a picture of a packhorse librarian at my library.

Gladesbale Grove

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:51:00 +0000

Shawn works a job he really doesn’t like; he always wanted to be a park ranger, or in a watch tower protecting the forest, but that is never in his cards. Until the day the strange woman with a cool sword and wolfish ears tells him his soul belongs to her. When he dies right there, working at his desk, he is transported into a ritual of planting a seed. Then the wolf lady, Mint, explains to him his duties as caretaker of the sacred tree and the grove around it, and everything just evolves from there. Soon their band of three, Mint, the Guardian of the grove, Shawn, who is now the caretaker druid, Rud, and the sacred tree, becomes more as they help others get back on their feet, or those who need to have a purpose. All the while, the tree grows in height and mass, but also helps Rud grow himself.

I really like this book, and the characters it encompasses, my favorite being Dean. Dean does a lot of things that he doesn’t really like to do, but knows it is in everyone's best interest, so he relents. I was lucky enough to be able to listen to the audio version, with a wonderful voice actor, Garrett Michael Brown, who will transport your mind right into the story like you are part of the group helping. This is not exactly a fastest-paced story, but it is cozy for now, at least. There is action, and there is suspense at times, but really this is a nice get comfy in a nice chair with a warm blanket with some tea, see what I did there, read or listen to the book, and you will.

Beta Testing the Apocalypse

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0000

Imagine sitting at your desk, everyone else has gone home for the night, but you have a few things to finish up. You see a little glowing thing, and it is a countdown timer. Your choices are to die or play. You find out it is like a game that he is beta testing, well, that’s not hard, as he does work with these things. He spends a lot of time going back and forth from his world and buying stuff to help him in the beta world, you know, guns, O2 tanks, body armor, type stuff. Sending back bug reports to the makers for a world that you have to fight for your life each time you go in makes some bugs are very tempting to leave if in his favor, but a bug none the least, but Dex is always hoping the makers will bless him with a lot of essence for his reports as essence is what helps you to fight and stay alive in this new world.

I absolutely loved this audio. If you are a gamer or just like fun, you will love this action-packed, fast-paced, awesome audio narrated by Ryan H Reid. Mr. Reid really grasped the essence of the book, and it really showed in the audio. I loved the characters in this book, and I really connected with Dex as we share many neurodiversities, and in a time when we still seem not to always fit in, it is awesome to lose yourself in a game, or an audio about a guy who does, and maybe even saves the world while doing what he loves.

The Silent Blades

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Tricia has worked hard for the last 15 years to ascend to the highest rank of Pureblades, a mysterious society that protects their city from the monsters and other such abominations that run the streets at night. But she soon finds that it has its own set of new problems, and when the one she trusts most betrays her, what is left to do but fight.

I really connected with this audio that was narrated by Jessica Threet. It spoke to me, oh ok we have the same name, and that was kind of cool. The book was action-packed, very fast-paced, mysterious, dark at times, romantic, but a wonderful listen. The author has mixed a lot of different elements you would not normally see together it really works well in this book. The author pulled all of the elements together and came out with a really good audio/book. I can’t wait for more.

Joshua's Trumpet: The Project

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:58:00 +0000

Nick and the gang are back, and at the White House’s request, if you can believe that, and what for? Seems some rich guy has called in a favor of the president and would like the team there, then a tomb is opened because it is believed to have an item so powerful it helped build the pyramids. When Ronnie blows it a little during a big firefight the gang is losing, they know they need to get it back because it would really give the user an unstoppable tool.

Oh my gosh, I have waited with bated breath for another Project book, and this doesn’t disappoint. Not to mention, if you have never listened to one of the books narrated by the wonderful voice actor Jack de Golia, you are missing out. This is a very fast-paced, action-packed book. It starts fast and never lets up. I have loved these books from the start, and I have to admit the way Mr. Lukeman ended this one has me a bit excited. I can’t wait to see if the team pops up again sometime when the world needs saving.

Cat on a Hot Tin Woof

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Meet Chet the narrator and Bernie his human partner. Chet is a K9 and highly trained, kind of, but lets his leash holder take all the credit. The case they have been hired for well it would not be Chet’s first choice, but it puts food in his dish, and keeps him and Bernie in some sweet rides, but really the missing person is a cat! A cat named Miss Kitty and the best witness they have is a pig, who’s name is Senor Piggy, can this get any worse? Chet has his work cut out for him on this one, but he is not worried as he and Bernie always find the missing and catch the bad guys.

I love this book it is unique, and just so you know Chet is an awesome narrator. This series of books is a wonderful, fast, fun read. Great for a rainy, or snowy, or even a sunny day.

Emotional Support Animals: Anonymous Fuzzball Comics + Workbook

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What if your therapist was a walrus or a crocodile reminding you that if you take care of yourself you will be able to give more to others; would you even care as long as they helped you? This book is filled with wonderful illustrations of animals helping to guide you through the book and workbook of things to do to help you on your path. These are little doses of help for anyone just not getting all of life anymore. I really like this as you can do it as you need to and no one else will know or judge, I don’t have to go anywhere, take time off of work or spend a lot of money just for a boost here and there oh and it’s the cutest helpers you will ever meet. As cute as this book is and as much as I really like it as it has a lot of real information in it, this book is defiantly not a replacement for more help if you find yourself in need or even in need of 988 (988 #1 for military).

Guardians: Forbidden Mountain

noreply@blogger.com (Trishap) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Every mountain child dreams of the day when they get to go into the bonding shed and bond with a spirit that will help enhance and/or help them to be better in their chosen field. However, there are rules. You get 3 offers you can hope for a forth but that is not a given if pass on the first three, and while some promise fame and fortune, you are never to bond with one of the accursed, if found out that is an immediate death sentence. Across the kingdom there is a girl who has some power and uses it to gain entrance in to a gang so she can find her friend. When everything goes crazy and she has to run for it she finds out her mother is not who she thinks she is and her mom calls on a friend to help smuggle her out and to a man she used to work for so everyone will be safe. When the boy from the mountain and the girl meet up in their new guardian’s camp they become friends, and that friendship will help them stay alive at least for now.
The characters and story are so good, it is so full of action and suspense it will keep your nose in the book a bit longer as you won’t want to miss any time finding out what comes next. You will really want to know what comes next. I loved the story and almost all of the characters