Jack Attack — Mark Weakland

Publisher: Solstice Publishing It's the year 2022 and12-year-old Jack Attickson's desires are simple: dodge real-world bullies and master fantasy-world video games. But after a terrible accident, Jack's simple life suddenly gets complicated. When neurosurgeons use a sophisticated neural implant system to save his life, Jack is amazed to find he can control a robot and play his beloved ZimZim video game using only the energy of his thoughts. Kidnapped by a shadowy organization of cyber criminals determined to steal a powerful mind-controlled weapons system, Jack must leave the fantasy of video games and find the inner strength to do battle with real-world monsters. With his robotic companion IRA at his side, and armed with courage and determination, Jack just might make it home alive. Author photo credit: Jon Nakles “…Mr Weakland also injects some unexpected elements, such as the value of meditative techniques and other advances to help those having to deal with injuries or physical limitations. There's a lot of wisdom here, imparted with humor and insight into the mind and heart of a young person growing up.” Jeff Ruff, Amazon review