The Mindbender Series

After the death of her parents, Claudia Belle is sent to live with her grandfather. The principal of the local high school, he also shares Claudia's unique, unnatural gift. But after tragedy hits once again, Claudia finds herself in a difficult position. When a new principal takes over at Milton High, sparks begin to fly between Claudia and the principal's son.

John Slater is a Venator. It’s all he’s ever wanted. He’s devoted his life to the cause in a way few other cadets can. He’s faster than the others, stronger, and with the director’s support behind him, there’s nothing he can’t do. At least until he meets Claudia Belle. She unnerves him with her mere existence. They’re connected in a way John has never experienced and never expected. And that connection is the very thing that could get them both killed.

Project X has made his mark on the physical world in a battle to save Claudia from the Shadow Man. He must possess her, and he’s willing to pull out all the stops to make it happen. She belongs with him in his world; she just has to say good-bye to every human connection she has made. Claudia Belle has become a distraction when John Slater can’t afford a single misstep.

While Claudia and John are relying on Joseph to pull off their dangerous exit strategy, Joseph is making plans of his own. Despite his growing emotional attachment to the lovely Miss Belle, John is his number one priority. He’ll sacrifice anything to ensure his potential’s safety, including John’s trust. Joseph’s betrayal has given Dr. Nicholson the one thing he’s spent his life in search of- the source. With his suspicions confirmed, he’ll stop at nothing to possess the girl who can give him the world. But he’s not the only one after Miss Belle.