Brainrush, a Thriller (Brainrush Series Book 1)

By: Richard Bard

Narrated by: R.C. Bray

Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Listed in The Wall Street Journal as the number-one Bestselling Action/Adventure in their "Readers Guide to Self-Published Big Sellers" (December 9, 2011).

When terminally ill combat pilot Jake Bronson emerges from an MRI with extraordinary cognitive powers, everyone wants a piece of his talent - including Battista, one of the world's most dangerous terrorists. To save his love and her autistic child, Jake is thrust into a deadly chase that leads from the canals of Venice through Monte Carlo and finally to an ancient cavern in the Hindu Kush Mountains of Afghanistan, where Jake discovers that his newfound talents carry a hidden price that threatens the entire human race.

An original weave of current events bound by colorful locations and cutting-edge technology, Bard's novel is a must-listen for fans of Michael Crichton, James Rollins, Clive Cussler, and Brad Thor. A dynamic mix of fast-paced action and thought provoking soul, this book challenges the listener to keep pace with every sharp turn and shocking twist. Acclaimed by fans of action, sci-fi, and political thrillers alike, Brainrush is one of the most innovative and entertaining books of the year.

Brainrush was in the top 10 of the Amazon - USA Top-Rated List for over four months straight. The sequel, Brainrush II, The Enemy of My Enemy, was released in December 2011 to rave reviews. Within a few weeks it became the number-one Top-Rated Action/Adventure stories on Amazon.

©2009, 2011 Richard A. Bard (P)2011 Richard Bard

Critic reviews

" Brainrush explores the bonds of friendship while pushing the boundaries of science, creating a compelling, action-packed thriller with a climax that's a knock-out!" (C.J. Lyons, New York Times best-selling author)"A terrifically entertaining thriller with three finely executed set pieces strung together with nice characterization. Especially successful is Bronson, an amiable, low-key tough guy able to rescue his princess, survive brutality, and retain a sense of humor." ( Publishers Weekly)

Too sexual a read needs X rating.

What did you like best about BRAINRUSH, a Thriller? What did you like least?

Story line was good but overtaken by sexual content.

Would you recommend BRAINRUSH, a Thriller to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes of age!

Would you listen to another book narrated by R. C. Bray?

Yes

Could you see BRAINRUSH, a Thriller being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Yes a rewrite for screen play

Excellent Audiobook!

Would you consider the audio edition of BRAINRUSH, a Thriller to be better than the print version?

I would say that the Audiobook is better than the print version because the narrator, R.C. Bray, does an incredible job of bringing the characters to life. It's hard to believe all of the accents came from one person.

What other book might you compare BRAINRUSH, a Thriller to and why?

It's very hard to compare BRAINRUSH to other Thrillers because it has so many elements to it. So many Thrillers these days seem to be very generic, almost like the author is following a formula. Richard Bard does a great job of breaking the mold and creating a truly original Thriller.

Have you listened to any of R.C. Bray’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have not heard any other audiobooks narrated by R.C. Bray.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

BRAINRUSH definitely has both funny and sad aspects. Since one of the main themes of the book is terrorism, it is sure to elicit emotion from all who listen.

Any additional comments?

BRAINRUSH is one of the best and most original Thrillers I have read/listened to in a long time. I highly recommend it!

On the edge of your seat...a great read.

What made the experience of listening to BRAINRUSH, a Thriller the most enjoyable?

Super action and suspense...I was never sure what was coming next.

What did you like best about this story?

I was happy that it was only part 1! I have purchased part 2 already.

Which scene was your favorite?

The gambling segment was fantastic...really enjoyable.

Any additional comments?

I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoys science fiction and/or action stories.

Action and adventure at a fast pace! Perfect.

This not a literary masterpiece, but if your looking for a good listen that's action filled and narrated well, this is a good book. I like the story and the characters. They blended well and the story moved fast. No fast forwarding on this one.
I definitely did not waste a credit on with this book.

Suspense with plenty of action

Where does Brainrush, a Thriller rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Right up there

What did you like best about this story?

Not able to guess how they would resolve the situation

What about R. C. Bray’s performance did you like?

Easy listening

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Kept our interest throughout

Any additional comments?

Couldn't wait to get Book 2

This book snuck up on me.

I really enjoyed reading this book. I am so glad their is a second book. Good love story, lots of action and left me wanting more. Major thumbs up.

Non Stop Action - Page turner

Where does Brainrush, a Thriller rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Near the top for sure.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Brainrush, a Thriller?

Every chapter nearly, always a near impossible escape from death or destruction.

Which character – as performed by R. C. Bray – was your favorite?

Jake

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Action Thriller

Any additional comments?

R.C. Bray is the best, and uses new voices in this from the Arisen books. He really does narrative well, voice acting.

Pretty good book

This is a pretty good book great story lune, lots of action and adventure, good guys and bad, and good guys that were bad. It was just hard to believe some of the things that kept happening...more than just good luck, against all odds time and time again. I enjoyed the story, just wished some of the things that happened in their favor weren't so often, that part was just unbelievable to me.

Awesome new Author hits the mark running!!

What did you love best about Brainrush, a Thriller?

Brainrush (the entire series) is a fantastic story combining multiple genres and non-stop excitement. Richard Bard has catapulted himself into an elite group of authors whose stories keep you riveted to your seat while immersed in a world combining all the best of drama, military intrigue, political passion, scitech, and more....

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

This IS a series that I have listened to non-stop! You can't read just one..... and I anxiously await books 4-10+

Any additional comments?

A new talent on the scene that matches the skill and depth of Dan Brown, Stephen King, Lee Child, David Baldacci, Bob Mayer, Tom Clancy and more....

Not quite there

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, not as an outstanding book but entertaining enough to pass the time. The author tried very hard to write a best seller but could have done more research and written in the light of current events. Relied on stereotypical characters but managed to add some intrigue. More research would have addressed the active war zone they flew through and given some plausibility as to how they came by an Osprey aircraft then overstretched with the mysticism of spinning pyramids etc. I would listen to/read later books by the author to see if he has improved.

I also felt that the many and varied accents were too much for the narrator

What three words best describe R. C. Bray’s voice?

Stretched beyond limits

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Neither

Any additional comments?

None