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  • Power of the Mind

  • Shadowy Solutions, Book 2
  • By: Nicky James
  • Narrated by: Nick J. Russo
  • Length: 12 hrs and 47 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (45 ratings)

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Power of the Mind

By: Nicky James
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It’s not a real case, he’s not my boyfriend, and we aren’t partners. Three lies I told myself for survival.

After ten months of shamefully stalking and showing up randomly on Tallus’s doorstep at midnight (for reasons), the sinfully hot records clerk decided he’d had enough of my games.

In fact, he went out of his way to bring me the most ridiculous case (it was not a case) on the planet as an excuse to push me over the line (he wanted a date). Our arrangement (hooking up) didn’t suit him any longer.

Could I say no? Of course not (this was Tallus).

Five days, I told him. Five days to prove his silly theory, then we were done.

Little did I know, Tallus had a deadline of his own.

Investigating a mind-controlling-murdering psychic was hard enough (because it was not a thing), but resisting Tallus’s charm was the real challenge.

It turned out, I was wrong about a few things.

The case might be a case after all.

Tallus had potential as a partner.

And after all was said and done…I wasn’t sure I could let him go.

©2024 Nicky James (P)2024 Nicky James
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ohhh Talus, will cause guns to go grey.

the dynamic duo is back. with more growls!

Diem and tallus make a good pair. when tallus isn't driving him up a wall. although significantly less baby (that's fine I'll cope) I can't wait to see the day that tallus holds her.

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Russo's Gravely Diem is PERFECT!

If possible, I enjoyed this one more than the previous book. Tallus is just as quirky as ever. And poor, poor Diem. He has so much baggage. But the two make such an unlikely pair. From a somewhat romantic partnership to the PI partnership. There is development in both story lines and Nicky James does a phenomenal job telling their story. The mystery is intriguing. Their relationship is heart string tugging. I had a hard time putting this one down. I really do hope this series continues!

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Nick Russo's narration is awesome. His change in voice for Diem is PERFECT! I can't imagine what it did to his vocal cords, but it made this story so much better!

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Cat and mouse, only better

Story: The chemistry and dynamics between Diem and Tallus are like a very entertaining game of cat and mouse and I loved every second of their interactions. I love how the author created their personalities and how thouroughly their whole personas "work" in the stories.
The plot outside their relationship was as always a top notch - I love all the twists, turns and riddles Nicky James prepared this time. The criminal part of those books never fails to amaze me.
Narration: Perfect performance as always! The voices create the personalities on an incredible level, adding a new dimension to the words.

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Audio narration is excellent

I love Nicky James’s investigation novels. Nick J Russo does an amazing job distinguishing between characters- even the primaries from previous books.

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LOVED IT!

Nick J. Russo does an amazing job of bringing these wonderful characters to life.
Power of the Mind is book 2 in the Shadowy Solutions by Nicky James. This series should be read in order.
I can't get enough of Tallus and Diem. This unlikely pair just works so well together. They may be complete opposites in most ways but they sure do have chemistry to spare!
I love how many steps forward Diem takes with Tallus in this story. The struggle is real but his desire for a deeper connection is impossible for him to resist. It is wonderful to see how patient and understanding Tallus is without sacrificing what he wants from Diem.
Seeing them back in action on a case together is priceless! When Diem lets Tallus take the lead on this case it leads to more adventures for this duo/non-partners!
I can't wait for more!

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love it!

I really enjoy the big part the mystery takes in the story.
The way we get deeper into the MCs personalities page by page is really enjoyable.
Plus, I was already hooked on D and T relationship with book 1 but now I'm just in love with them.


Can't wait for the third one 😍

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⭐️⭐️ 4 STARS ⭐️⭐️

I really enjoy Diem & Tallus and how different they are. In this book I felt the connection growing and strengthening between them which is always a plus for me. I enjoyed the case they were working on but it was not what I enjoyed most about this book. I liked the romance/relationship more than the mystery. Diem & Tallus have a lot of growing still to do but I am here for it! I also loved revisiting old friends in this book. I still miss Valor & Doyle so much so i loved that part! The ending of this book was perfect. I can't wait for the next one!

The narration is perfect as always!

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Loving Tallus and Diem

So with every time Nicky James drops and audio, I get a happy feeling. Like, joy. I’ve been waiting (not so) patiently for this book. In the last one, Tallus and Diem solved the last crime, but they hadn’t reconciled their feelings for each other. Hadn’t found a happy medium between their, uh, sex sessions, and completely ignoring each other.

If one can ignore the man in the vehicle outside staring in. A little creepy. But Tallus is biding his time until Diem comes to his senses and sees they’re meant to be together.

I haven’t been holding my breath. I mean, Nicky will (likely) get these two together in the end. Exactly how many books that will take remains a mystery. That’s fine. I love the couple and enjoy the books so she’s free to just keep going.

Okay – so the mystery in this book. Tallus’s friend Memphis wants to see a psychic. He’s got reasons – most of them pretty thin. Tallus isn’t convinced this is a good idea, so he googles the woman. Thus begins his trip down one massive rabbit hole. One that has him showing up on Diem’s doorstep. Tallus wants to take the lead on the investigation. Diem can’t figure out for the life of him what they’re actually investigating. He has a paying client having him do rather boring work, but the key is they’re paying him. If he spends time with Tallus on this wild goose chase, then he’s not getting paid.

Except Tallus is a dog with a bone and it’s clear he’s not letting go.

So Diem humors the man. And tries not to get too close – even though, yeah, close quarters. Pretty soon they’ve got something to work with – both in and out of the bedroom.

Diem’s still got tons of baggage and Tallus doesn’t know how to get through the man’s fortress walls. Then he needs help from the Toronto Police – including his cousin as well as – wait for it – Valor and Doyle. Thank you, Nicky, for giving me a quick update on them.

I’ll leave it up to listeners to see if they can figure out the mystery before Tallus and Diem do. To see if they can figure out what the hell is going on with the men’s relationship. To decide if the ending is really just the beginning of something new. (Cryptic enough, you’ll just have to listen…)

As always, Nick J. Russo does an amazing job with this series. His Diem is especially notable as it’s so gruff. So perfect. And…waiting (im)patiently for the next book…

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loved it!

I loved this book and audio! I think Diem and Talus are 2 of my favorite characters. I can't wait for more!

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love this story

I love this series I cannot wait for book 3! I hope that Nick continues to narrate this series I don't think I could hear the characters by anyone but him.
I love how the series with Valor and Doyle connects with this series here I hope that Nikki James continues to do her thing. I never wanted to end LOL

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