From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman!

They said it was all in his head.

In this gripping Young Adult medical mystery and adventure, Joseph Demain finds himself caught in a web of uncertainty and danger.

Joseph Demain battles against dismissive doctors while hiding the truth amid family chaos after his parents’ divorce. When Child Services intervenes, Joseph is ripped from everything he knows and loves and finds himself trapped in a psychiatric facility—unless he agrees to cooperate.

With nowhere else to turn, he calls on an old friend for help in uncovering the truth about his health—and reuniting him with his family.

Can Renata and Gabriel help Joseph before it’s too late?

This captivating YA suspense novel weaves together mystery, friendship, and courage in a fast-paced adventure that will leave you breathless!

Because it isn’t all in his head, it is in his heart.

Uncover the truth behind Joseph’s mysterious medical condition in this heart-pounding Young Adult medical thriller. Get your copy now!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ P.D. Workman has penned another incredibly intense and absolutely heartbreaking story about a teen caught up in the very system developed to protect children from those who would do them harm. —Kim, Goodreads Reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of P D Workman’s great strengths is her ability to create believable, likeable and often unusual characters – you feel you really get to know the protagonists in her novels. —John C, Goodreads Reviewer

Don’t miss this gripping tale filled with twists that keep you guessing until the end! Perfect for fans of suspenseful stories featuring diverse characters who dare to challenge an unjust system!

Follow Gabriel and Renata as they fight against an unfair and corrupt system, trying to save themselves and others from doctors, social workers, and judges who are more interested in profit than justice and the safety of their charges.

—A phenomenal read! The story line is both exasperating and inspiring. Is it a conspiracy or crazy thoughts? You have to read to the end to know for sure.

—I thoroughly enjoyed Mito. I didn’t want to put any it down.

—The incipient relationship between Gabriel and Renata, both in awful situations, was fascinating and I was intrigued by the very original theme of the book. I hope it really is a work of fiction!

—The plot was FANTASTIC. I’ve read a lot of stories about foster children, but never anything quite like what happens in Mito. I never even realized that medical kidnap could very well be a thing happening “behind the scenes” in foster care, but after reading this book my mind is blown.

Author Notes may contain spoilers!

Is medical kidnap still a thing? Or has it disappeared with all of the advances in medical technology and diagnostic procedures?

Unfortunately, children and teens are still being taken away from their parents because of misdiagnosis, parents who disagree with doctors, the increased awareness of Munchhausen by proxy/factitious disorders, overzealous case workers, and clinical trials in need of patients.

Diagnosing diseases and disorders can be a very long and complicated process with lots of twists and turns along the way, just like this story.

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“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“P. D. Workman, does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”