--- product_id: 102951607 title: "Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds (Stranger Things (Official Novels) Book 1)" price: "100 Lei" currency: RON in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/102951607-stranger-things-suspicious-minds-stranger-things-official-novels-book-1 store_origin: RO region: Romania --- # Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds (Stranger Things (Official Novels) Book 1) **Price:** 100 Lei **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds (Stranger Things (Official Novels) Book 1) - **How much does it cost?** 100 Lei with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/102951607-stranger-things-suspicious-minds-stranger-things-official-novels-book-1) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • If you think you know the truth behind Dr. Brenner’s experiments at Hawkins Laboratory, prepare to have your mind turned Upside Down in the first official Stranger Things novel—“the prequel story that fans have been waiting for” ( Kirkus Reviews ). It’s the summer of 1969, and the shock of conflict reverberates through the youth of America. As a student at a quiet college campus in the heartland of Indiana, Terry Ives couldn’t be farther from the front lines of Vietnam or the protests in Washington. But the world is changing, and Terry isn’t content to watch. When word gets around about an important government experiment in the small town of Hawkins, she signs on as a test subject for the project, code-named MKULTRA. The remote lab, deep in the woods, contains a mystery Terry is determined to uncover. Behind the walls of Hawkins National Laboratory—and the piercing gaze of its director, Dr. Martin Brenner—lurks a conspiracy greater than Terry could have ever imagined. To face it, she’ll need the help of her fellow test subjects. Amid the rising tensions of the new decade, Terry Ives and Martin Brenner have begun a different kind of war—one where the human mind is the battlefield. Review: A Captivating Addition to the Stranger Things Universe! - This was an absolutely brilliant read. As someone obsessed with any-and-all-things Stranger Things, as well as everything that inspired it -- I am a Stephen King/Steven Spielberg/80's nut -- I was both excited and nervous about this new novel. My fears were swiftly pushed aside from page one. The author, Gwenda Bond, has achieved everything about what makes the original show so great, while at the same time bringing her own unique touches and ideas to the story, reestablishing together characters we've come to already know and introduce us to some brand new faces that manage to add new depth to the story. What I respected the most was Bond's ability to tell a story entirely her own without invalidating what information has already been provided to us through the show itself. In doing so, she manages to make the book and her writing stand on its own, honoring what made the television show so special and adding something just as special to it. As I read, I fell in love with the new and engaging characters while the story captivated me on a multitude of levels, answering many of the persisting questions I had about both the "Stranger Things" and Hawkins Lab mythology without taking away its mystery and mystique. Another aspect of the novel that I appreciated was the way in which it brought a significant season two character full circle. This was a character that many fans of the show, myself included, had written off entirely, not showing any particular care or interest. And that was the character of 008, or Kali as we've come to know her. I, like many others, was not a fan of the much talked about seventh episode of Season 2. The addition of Kali, and her gang of Chicago street toughs, is one of the most polarizing moments of the show thus far. Many viewers like myself didn't connect with, didn't like, or didn't respect her character. Ultimately, we didn't see the point of her being there. For myself, the most nagging question I had watching the episode was: "Why did Eleven go all this way to find her mother only to leave her immediately to go find this mysterious girl we have never met before?" Bond offers a brilliant answer. In her writing, she brings Kali and Eleven's mother, Terry Ives, together in a stunning, beautiful, and almost tragic way. This significant plot-device adds a whole new layer to the show, making one look at that much-maligned Episode 7 of Season 2 and the character of Kali in a much different way. What impressed me was Bond's ability to keep me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Having watched the show countless times, I know all too well what becomes of Terry Ives, Dr. Brenner, Kali, and eventually Baby Jane or Eleven. But Bond kept my full attention, had me holding out hope that things will turn out okay, despite myself knowing the truth of what happens next. The end result is a tragic tale that at times brought a tear to my eye. But what I appreciated the most about "Suspicious Minds" was the way it introduces the reader to a whole new era of American history and culture. While the television show focuses on the 80's and the Reagan era, "Suspicious Minds" takes the reader back to the late 60's/early 70's Nixon and Vietnam era -- a time period only hinted at in the show. In doing so, Bond is able to accomplish what the show has done so successfully -- bring the reader right into the world in which it is set, providing entertainment and the occasional history lesson. This novel is a brilliant addition to the Stranger Things Extended Universe. It is a must read for any fan. Even if you've never seen an episode of Stranger Things (what are you waiting for?), the book itself is still a wonderful read and is easy to follow. If you are coming into the world of Stranger Things and Hawkins Lab for the first time, you won't find yourself lost or confused. I, for one, am anxiously looking forward to not just what future Stranger Things novels will reveal (such as the recently released "Darkness on the Edge of Town" and "Runaway Max"), but also digging deeper into the work of Gwenda Bond. This novel has made me a fan! Thank you, Gwenda! Review: Amazing, albeit no longer canon read - I want to go ahead and say that this novel is no longer considered canon but in my heart I will see it as such. When I received the book it was not damaged, no signs of tears on the cover or the back. The book was really great and still captured the character of Papa/Dr. Martin Brenner well, making me dislike him even more lol I think the book also did a good job of letting readers know more about Terry Ives before we see her in the show, we are introduced to some of her friends, her boyfriend and later on she meets new people who eventually become her friends as they visit Brenner. I had a really fun time reading this book although there were some moments where I got upset at certain circumstances because of Brenner, but I say that’s part of this reading experience in particular. I say despite it not being fully canon after the release of Season 4, it’s still a good read and I would recommend it for sure. Gwenda Bond did a fantastic job coming up with this story to go with the Duffer brothers’ vision!! Once again, I still consider it canon in my heart. Be sure to give Elvis’ “Suspicious Minds” a listen once you’re finished reading it too! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #377,779 in Kindle Store ( See Top 100 in Kindle Store ) #1,699 in Supernatural Thrillers (Books) #1,828 in Science Fiction Adventures #3,526 in Horror Literature & Fiction | ## Images ![Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds (Stranger Things (Official Novels) Book 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81y0pZM4tTL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Captivating Addition to the Stranger Things Universe! *by A***X on February 12, 2019* This was an absolutely brilliant read. As someone obsessed with any-and-all-things Stranger Things, as well as everything that inspired it -- I am a Stephen King/Steven Spielberg/80's nut -- I was both excited and nervous about this new novel. My fears were swiftly pushed aside from page one. The author, Gwenda Bond, has achieved everything about what makes the original show so great, while at the same time bringing her own unique touches and ideas to the story, reestablishing together characters we've come to already know and introduce us to some brand new faces that manage to add new depth to the story. What I respected the most was Bond's ability to tell a story entirely her own without invalidating what information has already been provided to us through the show itself. In doing so, she manages to make the book and her writing stand on its own, honoring what made the television show so special and adding something just as special to it. As I read, I fell in love with the new and engaging characters while the story captivated me on a multitude of levels, answering many of the persisting questions I had about both the "Stranger Things" and Hawkins Lab mythology without taking away its mystery and mystique. Another aspect of the novel that I appreciated was the way in which it brought a significant season two character full circle. This was a character that many fans of the show, myself included, had written off entirely, not showing any particular care or interest. And that was the character of 008, or Kali as we've come to know her. I, like many others, was not a fan of the much talked about seventh episode of Season 2. The addition of Kali, and her gang of Chicago street toughs, is one of the most polarizing moments of the show thus far. Many viewers like myself didn't connect with, didn't like, or didn't respect her character. Ultimately, we didn't see the point of her being there. For myself, the most nagging question I had watching the episode was: "Why did Eleven go all this way to find her mother only to leave her immediately to go find this mysterious girl we have never met before?" Bond offers a brilliant answer. In her writing, she brings Kali and Eleven's mother, Terry Ives, together in a stunning, beautiful, and almost tragic way. This significant plot-device adds a whole new layer to the show, making one look at that much-maligned Episode 7 of Season 2 and the character of Kali in a much different way. What impressed me was Bond's ability to keep me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Having watched the show countless times, I know all too well what becomes of Terry Ives, Dr. Brenner, Kali, and eventually Baby Jane or Eleven. But Bond kept my full attention, had me holding out hope that things will turn out okay, despite myself knowing the truth of what happens next. The end result is a tragic tale that at times brought a tear to my eye. But what I appreciated the most about "Suspicious Minds" was the way it introduces the reader to a whole new era of American history and culture. While the television show focuses on the 80's and the Reagan era, "Suspicious Minds" takes the reader back to the late 60's/early 70's Nixon and Vietnam era -- a time period only hinted at in the show. In doing so, Bond is able to accomplish what the show has done so successfully -- bring the reader right into the world in which it is set, providing entertainment and the occasional history lesson. This novel is a brilliant addition to the Stranger Things Extended Universe. It is a must read for any fan. Even if you've never seen an episode of Stranger Things (what are you waiting for?), the book itself is still a wonderful read and is easy to follow. If you are coming into the world of Stranger Things and Hawkins Lab for the first time, you won't find yourself lost or confused. I, for one, am anxiously looking forward to not just what future Stranger Things novels will reveal (such as the recently released "Darkness on the Edge of Town" and "Runaway Max"), but also digging deeper into the work of Gwenda Bond. This novel has made me a fan! Thank you, Gwenda! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing, albeit no longer canon read *by S***Z on June 6, 2026* I want to go ahead and say that this novel is no longer considered canon but in my heart I will see it as such. When I received the book it was not damaged, no signs of tears on the cover or the back. The book was really great and still captured the character of Papa/Dr. Martin Brenner well, making me dislike him even more lol I think the book also did a good job of letting readers know more about Terry Ives before we see her in the show, we are introduced to some of her friends, her boyfriend and later on she meets new people who eventually become her friends as they visit Brenner. I had a really fun time reading this book although there were some moments where I got upset at certain circumstances because of Brenner, but I say that’s part of this reading experience in particular. I say despite it not being fully canon after the release of Season 4, it’s still a good read and I would recommend it for sure. Gwenda Bond did a fantastic job coming up with this story to go with the Duffer brothers’ vision!! Once again, I still consider it canon in my heart. Be sure to give Elvis’ “Suspicious Minds” a listen once you’re finished reading it too! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent read *by D***S on August 7, 2026* Nice take on the prequel events in Hawkins and the origins of 11. 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