A fast-paced psychological crime thriller featuring a gifted teen pulled into an FBI hunt for a serial killer.
Aja Minor: Gifted or Cursed is Book 1 of a 9-book binge-worthy crime thriller series. New readers should start here.
Aja Minor never wanted her disturbing ability. Certain people grow sick in her presence. Others feel pain. And sometimes, Aja sees flashes of violence before it happens.
When a serial killer begins targeting young victims, the FBI notices something impossible—Aja’s visions align with the crime scenes. Reluctantly drawn into the investigation, Aja becomes the Bureau’s most valuable and most vulnerable asset.
As the killer adapts, the line between hunter and prey begins to blur. Aja’s gift may be the only way to stop him…or the reason she becomes his next target.
✔ Book 1 of the Aja Minor Psychic Crime Thriller Series (9 books total)
✔ Features a recurring female protagonist
✔ Designed for binge-reading with escalating stakes
✔ Each book builds toward a larger series arc
🏆 Top 100 Bestseller in Psychic Suspense - Amazon March 2026
Perfect for fans of: Freida McFadden • Karin Slaughter • Gregg Olsen • Lisa Gardner • Steig Larrson Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, crime investigations, and high-tension cat-and-mouse stories.
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The Aja Minor series is a binge-worthy psychological crime thriller series featuring a gifted teen reluctantly drawn into FBI investigations involving serial predators and escalating national threats.
Blending psychological tension, crime investigation, and a grounded supernatural element, the series follows Aja as her disturbing ability becomes both a weapon and a liability—placing her in the crosshairs of criminals who adapt as quickly as law enforcement.
Although the protagonist is a teenager, the series is written for adult readers and focuses on mature themes, high-stakes investigations, and long-form character arcs rather than young-adult tropes.
A portion of the proceeds from this series is donated to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, established in 1984 to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization.
"This series is a must read for crime thriller enthusiasts."
"A dark, intense look into sexual predators and their victims."
"I loved how the story flowed, combining teen angst, sexual orientation, first love, grief and career choice."
"A complex plot with well-developed characters."
"I don't usually care for psychic stories, but really enjoyed this book."
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The Asa Minir series is phenomenal! I just finished book 9 in rhe series and I am desperately trying to access your website to get Book 10. But I keep getting an error reading saying: "Access denied". WHY?
At first I was skeptical, it started a bit unusual than mmy usual type of book. But it draws you in, and is so raw and honest. I went on emotional roller coasters with the poor girl! By book 3, where I’m at now, I keep forgetting it hasn’t been years, but mere months in which these characters, especially Aja ha lived about 3 lifetimes of emotional and moral upheaval. Really love the series so far.
This series was fantastic. The storyline in on par with John Le Carrie's The Constant Gardner. After 37 years in healthcare, it's a little too plausible!
The concept is good, but the writing is a little abrupt. That's the best way I can describe it, instead of smooth corners, the writing just turns sharp 90 degrees over and over. One second we're meeting this guy and next minute he's gone (without any spoilers) and it's so abrupt and baffling even when it is explained. Same with her powers, everyone just accepts them, without any doubts or confusion. Again, I like the concept but I ended up stopping the reading after book 2.
Gifted, cursed, and emotionally wrecked - thanks Aja. At first, Aja Minor: Gifted or Cursed felt like the usual setup, a psychic teen, a crime thriller vibe, and the promise of a series. I thought I was just dipping my toes in. Then the story grabbed me by the heart, dragged me into its depths, and refused to let go. I became fully immersed, emotionally invested, and yes, ugly crying happened. Repeatedly. If you're planning to read this, bring tissues. A Costco-sized box should do. The writing pulls you in slowly, then hits you with gut-punch after gut-punch. Aja is compelling, raw, and real. Her gift is both a blessing and a burden, and the way the author explores trauma, justice, and survival is intense. That said, this book does contain graphic depictions of sexual assault. If that's a trigger for you, please proceed with caution. I absolutely recommend this book. But fair warning: once you finish, you'll want the rest of the series immediately. And then you'll stare at the $70 e-book price tag and start negotiating with your bank account and your soul. Is it worth it? Emotionally, yes. Financially, I'm still working on my justification spreadsheet
I was really looking forward to the next book in the Loralei trilogy and boy, was it good. Some really unexpected twists and turns. An amazing read and I can't wait for the next book.
Well done Chris
Can't beat the Hagatha series. Keeps me at the end of my chair!! Glad Chris continued his Hagatha series. Was waiting for it. Looking forward to the next book of the series.
Read the first 3 books first. I love this author. The only thing bad about this is that I have to wait until fall for the next book in the series to be released!
Aja is an amazing character and completely relatable. I appreciate that the graphic details are minimal as the subject matter is tough enough with out adding too many visuals.
An excellent book showing the trials of a young girl struggling to come to terms with her unique gift.
I'm looking forward to reading the whole series.
If ever a book deserved to be made into a film, or TV series this does
The Asa Minir series is phenomenal! I just finished book 9 in rhe series and I am desperately trying to access your website to get Book 10. But I keep getting an error reading saying: "Access denied". WHY?
At first I was skeptical, it started a bit unusual than mmy usual type of book. But it draws you in, and is so raw and honest. I went on emotional roller coasters with the poor girl! By book 3, where I’m at now, I keep forgetting it hasn’t been years, but mere months in which these characters, especially Aja ha lived about 3 lifetimes of emotional and moral upheaval. Really love the series so far.
This series was fantastic. The storyline in on par with John Le Carrie's The Constant Gardner. After 37 years in healthcare, it's a little too plausible!
The concept is good, but the writing is a little abrupt. That's the best way I can describe it, instead of smooth corners, the writing just turns sharp 90 degrees over and over. One second we're meeting this guy and next minute he's gone (without any spoilers) and it's so abrupt and baffling even when it is explained. Same with her powers, everyone just accepts them, without any doubts or confusion. Again, I like the concept but I ended up stopping the reading after book 2.
Gifted, cursed, and emotionally wrecked - thanks Aja. At first, Aja Minor: Gifted or Cursed felt like the usual setup, a psychic teen, a crime thriller vibe, and the promise of a series. I thought I was just dipping my toes in. Then the story grabbed me by the heart, dragged me into its depths, and refused to let go. I became fully immersed, emotionally invested, and yes, ugly crying happened. Repeatedly. If you're planning to read this, bring tissues. A Costco-sized box should do. The writing pulls you in slowly, then hits you with gut-punch after gut-punch. Aja is compelling, raw, and real. Her gift is both a blessing and a burden, and the way the author explores trauma, justice, and survival is intense. That said, this book does contain graphic depictions of sexual assault. If that's a trigger for you, please proceed with caution. I absolutely recommend this book. But fair warning: once you finish, you'll want the rest of the series immediately. And then you'll stare at the $70 e-book price tag and start negotiating with your bank account and your soul. Is it worth it? Emotionally, yes. Financially, I'm still working on my justification spreadsheet
I was really looking forward to the next book in the Loralei trilogy and boy, was it good. Some really unexpected twists and turns. An amazing read and I can't wait for the next book.
Well done Chris
Can't beat the Hagatha series. Keeps me at the end of my chair!! Glad Chris continued his Hagatha series. Was waiting for it. Looking forward to the next book of the series.
Read the first 3 books first. I love this author. The only thing bad about this is that I have to wait until fall for the next book in the series to be released!
Aja is an amazing character and completely relatable. I appreciate that the graphic details are minimal as the subject matter is tough enough with out adding too many visuals.
An excellent book showing the trials of a young girl struggling to come to terms with her unique gift.
I'm looking forward to reading the whole series.
If ever a book deserved to be made into a film, or TV series this does
