Dive into the wild, whimsical chaos of the Insanity series, where reality and madness blur in a thrilling dance! Written by Cameron Jace, this seven-book suspense saga follows 19-year-old Alice Wonder, a psychology student by day and a patient at the Radcliffe Lunatic Asylum by night. Set in the quirky town of Radcliffe, Iowa, Insanity reimagines Alice in Wonderland as a dark, modern mystery, packed with reincarnated Wonderland monsters and global conspiracies that keep readers guessing.
With its blend of psychological thrills, fantastical twists, and a heroine grappling with her own sanity, Insanity has carved a niche for fans of urban fantasy and suspense. Ready to tumble down this rabbit hole?
How Insanity Began
Cameron Jace, a San Francisco-based architect and folklore enthusiast, launched the Insanity series in 2013 with a bold vision: to reimagine Alice in Wonderland as a gritty, contemporary thriller. Inspired by Lewis Carroll’s surreal tale and his own fascination with fairy tale origins, Jace crafted a world where Wonderland’s characters are reborn as modern criminals. His self-published series, starting with Insanity, quickly gained traction, selling over a million copies and earning a loyal fanbase for its audacious storytelling.
The Heart of Insanity
The series kicks off with Insanity (2013), where Alice Wonder, confined to the Radcliffe Asylum after a tragic accident, teams up with the enigmatic Professor Carter Pillar to hunt the Cheshire Cat, a serial killer terrorizing the modern world. In Figment (2014), Alice’s quest deepens as she uncovers more about her past and Wonderland’s influence on history. Hookah (2015) sees her racing against time to stop a deadly plague, while Mushrooms (2016), the eighth installment, escalates into the Wonderland War, revealing secrets about the Inklings and the Six Impossible Keys.
Insanity’s themes weave madness, identity, and reality into a tapestry of suspense. Is Wonderland real, or is Alice truly insane? Jace’s fast-paced, twist-heavy style keeps readers on edge, blending dark humor with gory whimsy. The Radcliffe setting, paired with global adventures in places like Russia and Tibet, grounds the fantastical in a vivid, modern context. Characters like the morally ambiguous Pillar and the mysterious Jack Diamonds add depth, their motives shrouded in fog until the final pages.
Why Insanity Resonates
Insanity’s allure lies in its fearless reinvention of a beloved classic. Fans praise its unpredictable plots and richly developed characters, with reviews on Goodreads lauding Jace’s ability to keep readers hooked through seven books. The series has inspired a dedicated following, particularly among young adult and urban fantasy enthusiasts, who relish its blend of psychological depth and fantastical adventure. Its exploration of sanity versus madness resonates in a world where reality often feels slippery, cementing its cult status.
- Publication Years: 2013–2016
- Number of Books: 7 main books, plus an 8th installment
- Genre: Suspense, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult
- Setting: Radcliffe, Iowa, with global adventures
Craving a story that’s equal parts madcap and mysterious? Grab Insanity and plunge into Cameron Jace’s unforgettable world of Wonderland monsters and mind-bending thrills!