Robin Ballantyne finds herself a little off balance after returning to her job as a television reporter.  Although Robin's now three-year-old twins are still the center of her life, she longs to renew her career and worries that her time-off will be held against her.  So, Robin is thrilled when she is given a hard-hitting missing persons assignment and paired with renowned cameraman Melanie Jacobs.  But, when Melanie is kidnapped, Robin is left looking for clues.  Could Melanie's disappearance have anything to do with the missing persons case?

Robin's search for answers leads her across the globe and into dangerous waters.  And, although Melanie is cautioned--even by her lover--to steer clear of the investigation, the determined reporter just won't let go of this case.  But, is this a mystery that Robin can solved--or will her own disappearance be the next act of the villain?

OUT OF MIND is a tense thriller with myriad plot twists, daring escapes and near-misses, and a mystery that will take readers around the globe and have them scurrying for clues with the intrepid heroine.  Robin Ballantyne is a strong lead--a hard-hitting reporter, no-nonsense mom, and a brave modern-day woman--who draws the readers into her life and loves.  Ms. Sampson does a great job creating characters that really resonate with the reader.  Robin's problems at home and with her boyfriend, DCI Finney, her angst over her career, and her desperation to save those she loves, makes her not only a brilliant detective, but a real woman that the readers can identify with.  This is a mystery that the reader can really sink their teeth into!

Fans of Ms. Sampson's FALLING OFF AIR will find this newest work just as compelling and fulfilling.  And, new readers of Ms. Sampson's work will certainly not be disappointed with this dynamic thriller.  Don't forget to pick up OUT OF MIND this holiday season.  It's the perfect way to put your worries completely "out of mind" for a few hours and fall into a world of intrigue, adventure, and romance.  Good work, Ms. Sampson!