Reviews

  • “Jones is wonderfully adept at fleshing out and making real the challenges and struggles of professional athletics… (he) paints a startling and believable picture of a part of pro sports that most fans neither see nor even imagine. Jones is a strong and clear writer with a fluid style.”

    — Kirkus Reviews —

  • “Jones has erected the perfect platform to truly understand the deep psychological elements and the impact of childhood, trauma, societal pressure, career, and expectations in the world of the elite.”

    — Literary Titan —

  • “This action-packed novel challenges the stigma of seeking help for mental health. Dr. Beck is like the James Bond of psychology. He makes seeking help feel edgy and sexy. The action and suspense are nonstop; the pages turn themselves. My heart lived in my throat for so long that it considered setting up a timeshare. As this is a series, this book is not the end of the story. I sincerely hope Christopher Jones is a fast writer!"

    — Reedsy Discovery —

  • “Headcase is a MASTERFULLY written novel merging the world of psychology and sports. Even without being a big sports fan myself, I found the story captivating and addicting, with constant surprises and cliffhangers as the protagonist jumps from one crisis to another while battling his own personal demons. The character development is superb, the story is captivating, and above all else, the inter-character relationships are highly relatable. Reading Headcase is not just an enjoyable ride, but a self-reflecting journey that will leave you with a better understanding of yourself. LOVED IT!”

    — Inadas - Amazon Review —

  • “This was definitely a page turner for me; hard to believe it’s Jones’ debut novel. His characters are nuanced and convincing, and the twists and turns of the plot are a wild, enjoyable ride. I found myself getting absorbed into the Headcase “world” that Jones created and the end of the book is quite the surprise. It seems this is book #1 of a series and I’m eagerly awaiting Jones’ follow up. How many times I tried to put the book down but had to read just one more chapter.”

    — Marketing Pro - Amazon Review —

  • “It’s a wonderful look into the male psyche.”

    — Jeri S. —

  • “I didn’t think it was going to be this good.”

    — Chris’ Mom —

  • “This story is well-written, descriptive, and makes you feel as though you are part of the story. There is plenty of action and some twists and turns down many dark alleyways… an excellent choice for anyone who likes stories full of suspense and a unique take on the genre. Thoroughly enjoyed this, looking forward to book 2.”

    — Anne Marie R. - Readers’ Favorite Reviewer —

  • “Headcase was a book I couldn’t put down. Jones creates a remarkably relatable protagonist, Andrew Beck, whose personal growth doesn’t dissolve his faults. Headcase explores the delicate balance of the human desire to be fully loved and accepted, while still trying to keep our darkest parts hidden.”

    — Lauren P. —

  • “A book is a must-read for enthusiasts of sports stories. There is suspense, thrill, adventure, love, agony, betrayal, money, secrets, gambling, gaming action, and so much more. Shock & Denial is the first installment in the Headcase series, and I can’t wait to read more installments. I loved everything about the book.”

    — Keith M. - Readers’ Favorite Reviewer —

  • “Author Chris K. Jones creates an atmosphere for the tension to grow and fester, with protagonist Dr. Andrew Beck. (He) is sharp, cunning, and almost too clever for his own good. Leaving pro golf behind, he needs anything to bring the same level of adrenaline back into his life. The narrative is description-heavy and readers who love to immerse themselves into a story (like me) will love it!”

    — Rabia T. - Readers’ Favorite —

  • “Is Headcase a realistic portrait of the side of athletes that we don’t get to see? I’m not an expert, but I am willing to bet that there’s a troubled athlete out there that can well illustrate what Jones has written about, and that’s your answer. With its solid characters, plotting, and dialogue, Headcase: Shock & Denial is a dramatic suspense novel that you wouldn’t want to miss reading.”

    — Vincent D. - Readers’ Favorite —