BrainWeb book cover by Douglas E. Richards
Amazon customers: 4.4 out of 5 · 8,515 ratings

BrainWeb

Adult • Technothrillers
Nick Hall • Book 2 of 4
Terrorists target the Academy Awards Nick Hall grapples with brain implants Betrayal by someone close to him High-stakes international conflict Unique abilities to read minds

Nick Hall, an unwilling recipient of brain implants, can surf the Web with his thoughts and read minds. And while this makes him one of the most formidable men on earth, he is determined to stay off the grid.

But when terrorists seize control of the Academy Awards and vow to butcher the world's most beloved stars, one by one, in front of an international television audience, Hall is forced to reveal his astonishing capabilities.

Now, power players around the world will stop at nothing to capture him. And as the secretive group working with Hall begins to unravel, he is sure of only two things: he has been betrayed by someone close to him. And the stakes he is playing for could not be any higher . . .

Choose a book format
Paperback prices by retailer

Pick a format, then compare retailer prices. The main button points to the preferred option for the selected format.

Edition information

Book details

Series
Nick Hall Book 2 of 4
Publisher
Paragon Press
Publication date
February 10, 2015
Print length
350 pages
Language
en
ISBN
9781508519713

Technothrillers

Reader guide

What to Know Before Reading BrainWeb

Nick Hall is forced into the public eye when terrorists seize the Academy Awards and threaten to murder stars on live international television. Exposed to governments, corporations, and violent factions eager to capture his abilities, Hall faces a collapsing team and the suspicion that someone close has betrayed him. The story examines his struggle to protect himself and others while probing ethical and political questions about thought-controlled technology, surveillance, and the cost of wielding unprecedented power.

Join the Reader List

Join bks.social’s reader list for book recommendations, reader updates, featured titles, and occasional community news. No noise. Just the important things.

G-NRIS™ story intelligence

Why readers connect with BrainWeb

A concise view of the book’s strongest literary signals and the reading interests shared by people connected to it on bks.social.

Reader connection

Readers connected to this book most often reflect Psychological Moral Explorer reader archetypes. Their strongest shared genre interests include Literary Fiction, Thriller, Suspense, and Historical Fiction. They are commonly drawn to themes such as Understanding Human Nature, Psychological Moral Explorer, Exploring Justice And Consequence, and Seeking Dark Psychological Tension.

About the author

Douglas E. Richards

Douglas E. Richards

Douglas E. Richards is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of science-fiction thrillers that have sold more than three million copies (see list below). Richards has been celebrated for his gripping, thought-provoking works that blend cutting-edge scientific concepts with heart-pounding narratives. Richards burst onto the literary scene with his debut novel, WIRED, published in 2010. The novel garnered widespread acclaim for its ingenious combination of scientific speculation and thrilling storytelling. This success set the stage for a series of bestselling novels, each marked by meticulous research, riveting plots, and characters that resonate with readers. Known for his ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible and engaging narratives, Richards has become a go-to author for readers seeking an intellectually stimulating and adrenaline-fueled reading experience. His works delve deeply into the ethical dilemmas posed by scientific breakthroughs and the potential impact of technology on society. A former Director of Biotechnology Licensing at Bristol Myers Squibb and a former biotechnology executive, Richards earned a BS in microbiology from the Ohio State University, a master's degree in genetic engineering from the University of Wisconsin--where he engineered mutant viruses now named after him--and an MBA from the University of Chicago. The author has two grown children and lives in San Diego, California, with his wife and dog. Richards loves hearing from readers, and always replies, so feel free to write to him at douglaserichards1 at gmail dot com, and address him as "Doug". You can also Friend Richards on Facebook at Douglas E. Richards Author, or visit his website, where you can sign up to be notified of new releases. SCIENCE FICTION THRILLERS BY DOUGLAS E. RICHARDS SERIES WIRED (Wired 1) AMPED (Wired 2) MIND'S EYE (Nick Hall 1) BRAINWEB (Nick Hall 2) MIND WAR (Nick Hall 3) UNLEASHED (Nick Hall 4) SPLIT SECOND(Split Second 1) TIME FRAME (Split Second 2) THE ENIGMA CUBE (Alien Artifact 1) A PIVOT IN TIME (Alien Artifact 2) STANDALONE NOVELS QUANTUM LENS GAME CHANGER INFINITY BORN SEEKER VERACITY ORACLE THE IMMORTALITY CODE UNIDENTIFIED PORTALS THE CURE (To become KU eligible for the first time in 2023) THE BREAKTHROUGH EFFECT WITH JOSHUA T. CALVERT THE RIFT 1 THE RIFT 2 THE RIFT 3 WITH BRANDON ELLIS ECHOES OF TIME (Epic of Atlantis Book 1) ECHOES OF DECEIT (Epic of Atlantis Book 2) ECHOES OF THE FALL (Epic of Atlantis Book 3) Kids Science Fiction Thrillers (9 and up, enjoyed by kids and adults alike) TRAPPED (Prometheus Project 1) CAPTURED (Prometheus Project 2) STRANDED (Prometheus Project 3) OUT OF THIS WORLD DEVIL'S SWORD
Author information: Wikipedia

Join the book lovers community

Continue the conversation in the Book Hub for BrainWeb

Visit bks.social’s Book Hub for reader discussions, reviews, posts, quotes, questions, reading activity, related books, and G-NRIS story intelligence.