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Psychological Romance Sci-Fi Thriller

Janus Origin: Threads of Control

What if your mind was never your own?

A psychological romance sci-fi thriller by Daniel A. Riddle.

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Rating 4.9
Reviews 7
Pages 468

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The Story

What if your mind was never your own?

In the quiet city of Preston, café owner Nathan Longton leads an ordinary life until a mysterious Vietnamese student walks into his shop. Lan Nguyen is haunted by a voice in her head that has guided her decisions since childhood, now compelling her to seek out Nathan.

Their paths collide when they discover they both wear identical silver necklaces—ones they've had since childhood. As Nathan and Lan's bond deepens, the voice inside her head grows possessive, raising a troubling question: Is this love they're feeling, or something carefully engineered?

Their search leads them to Project Janus Origin, a secretive program with disturbing ties to their past. Pursued by shadowy operatives and haunted by a voice that always seems one step ahead, they must uncover the truth—and whether love can survive when your mind is no longer your own.

Mind control Slow-burn romance Conspiracy

For fans of

  • Black Mirror's psychological twists
  • Dark's mysterious conspiracies
  • Stories questioning free will
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Suspenseful romantic thriller

This book is a great mix of suspense, mystery, and romance. I enjoyed following Nathan and Lan's story as they unravel a deep conspiracy. It shatters existing perceptions of love and relationships in a way that is different from most thrillers. Once I started reading, it was hard to put down. I loved the twists that kept me on my …
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So Good!

This book totally fried my brain—in a good way. Weird, twisty, a bit romantic, and I couldn’t stop reading. Definitely one of those “wait, what just happened?” stories I love.
H. Arnett — Amazon.com ✓ Verified
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Unique storyline and strong characters

From the very first scene, I knew this was going to be different. The mix of mystery, science, and romance worked perfectly. Marcus and Ollie added great depth and personality to the story. The ending gave me chills in the best way possible. Highly recommend if you like thrillers with brains and heart.
Owen Prescott — Amazon.com ✓ Verified
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A slow burn that pays off well

It took me a few chapters to really get into it, but once I did, I was hooked. The mystery unravels beautifully, and the emotional depth is unexpected. The author really knows how to build tension while keeping you invested in the characters. It’s smart and human at the same time.
Emilio Andrade — Amazon.com ✓ Verified
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Clever and full of suspense

What I loved most about this book is how Daniel Riddle balances suspense with humor. Ollie’s snarky comments cracked me up even when things got dark. The science side of the story is believable without being overwhelming. I felt like I was reading a thriller that could actually happen. Great mix of romance and conspiracy!
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What an interesting read. Something completely different, I really enjoyed this. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
KATH HOBIN — Goodreads.com ✓ Verified

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