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The Minders

Five strangers guard our secrets. Four can be trusted.

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The Minders

By: John Marrs
Narrated by: Katherine Press, Oliver Hembrough
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The Black Mirror-esque thriller from the author of the million-copy international bestseller THE ONE.

Five strangers guard our secrets. Only four can be trusted...

In the 21st century, information is king. But computers can be hacked and files can be broken into - so a unique government initiative has been born. Five ordinary people have been selected to become Minders - the latest weapon in thwarting cyberterrorism. Transformed by a revolutionary medical procedure, the country's most classified information has been taken offline and turned into genetic code implanted inside their heads.

Together, the five know every secret - the truth behind every government lie, conspiracy theory and cover up. In return, they're given the chance to leave their problems behind and a blank slate to start their lives anew.

But not everyone should be trusted, especially when they each have secrets of their own they'll do anything to protect...

‘For the addicts of adrenaline-fuelled twisty rides' — PETER JAMES

© John Marrs 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

 Genetic Engineering Science Fiction Suspense Technothrillers Thriller & Suspense Exciting Government
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As usual with John Marrs I loved the complexity and layers of the characters he has such a brilliant way of writing about people - flaws and all. I also really liked the start of the book and the story line grabbed me immediately. However I feel it lost all credibility when it appeared despite spending millions and putting in complex, high level plans the whole mission was thwarted and allowed to fall apart by some bland side character. It really did “lose the plot” for me and I ended up feeling quite disappointed. Really good until the last chapter and then blah.

Different but left me wanting

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I really like this author and the narration to all his books seems to be consistently good. Really interesting topics and not so far fetched…

Great book

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I am a massive fan of John Marrs and was so pleased to see another release from him.

The Minders did not disappoint in anyway. Lots of characters with believable back stories; twists and turns along the way; love and loss.

Just can’t wait now until the next book comes out.

John Marrs fans will not be disappointed.

Another fantastic book from Marrs

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🧡 Another intriguing thriller and thought provoking premise set in the world of Marr’s previous books, The One and The Marriage Act. Recommend reading in order, not least because, if you like those, you’ll enjoy this.
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🎧 We have an intricate plot, several narratives and many a twisty turn. Whilst this makes for a great story, it does raise issues for the audio format. To the producers’ credit, they did have two narrators. Without this, it would have been impossible to follow. As it was, I was able to keep up, but it could have been seamless with one narrator per character.

🎧 Chapter listings needed some work. For example, what is listed as “Chapter 2” is actually Part 1.

A mind-tangling thrill ride

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Fast paced twist and turns what more can u ask from a great author. Well done.

Another great book

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