The Enemy of my Enemy (Brainrush Series Book 2)

By: Richard Bard

Narrated by: R.C. Bray

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

Audie Award Finalist, Mystery, 2014

Book 1 of the Brainrush series was touted in Tthe Wall Street Journal as the number one Bestselling Action/Adventure in their "Readers Guide to Self-Published Big Sellers" (December 9, 2011). This sequel, The Enemy of my Enemy, was released in early December 2011 to rave reviews. Within a few weeks it became the number one Top-Rated Action/Adventure AND the number two Top-Rated Mystery/Thriller on Amazon.

Former combat pilot Jake Bronson believed the worst was behind him. But when a sophisticated terrorist cell shows up in his hometown, he's drawn into a conflict that threatens the heart and soul of every mother in America. The bonds of love and loyalty are tested as Jake and his friends are swept into a deadly chase that takes them from the beaches of California to the depths of the world's longest underground river, and finally to the remote jungles of the Venezuelan rain forest - where Jake discovers that it will take far more than his enhanced abilities to prevent what is coming.

©2011 Richard Bard (P)2012 Richard Bard

Adrenaline Candy for my overworked mind

Would you consider the audio edition of The Enemy of My Enemy to be better than the print version?

N/A

Who was your favorite character and why?

Not sure

Which scene was your favorite?

Not sure

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

Great action - kept me alert and interested, without getting frustrated: Just like the Farrelly brother's new Three Stooges keep you laughing as gag breaks upon gag, Jake and company's obstacles keeps you jacked on suspense as complication gets piled onto complication. What's great though, is that the complications are resolved and the plot moves forward, so there isn't the sense of stalling out that can frustrate readers when things pile up. As the complications are resolved, we learn more about the characters and the plan and the plot is moved forward.
Very clever solutions to problems. You don't see the same resolution over and over.

Any additional comments?

I'd like to know more about the complexity of the obolisk or inverted pyramid. Not more simple knowledge, but more paradoxes and hints into it's communications and functions. Also, how about some heightened emotions as well as heightened intellect and speed. Heightened empathy, clarified anger, I don't know . . . just a heightening of everything.
Nice writing!

Excellent!

I loved this second book also. A few reviewers commented on the lack of realism, however I feel as a thriller with science fiction tendencies, stepping slightly beyond realism is perfectly acceptable and makes the story jump from my Kindle or Audible and increases my adrenaline! And, no pun intended, but makes the story more realistic!!
I also love the narrator, who paints a picture with his voice that draws me deeper into the story. I wish I could give Richard Bard's books many more stars. I highly recommend this series!

Can't wait to start Brainrush 3

This story kept me enthralled just like the first. Great storyline and action. The best highlight is the narrator...he has been the best of all the books I have listened to over the last year. He drew me in with all of his 'voices' to make my mind picture the characters...amazing.

You won't be able to turn it off!

Where does The Enemy of My Enemy rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I'm not surprised that this is one of the best reviewed books on Amazon. I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in the series and this sequel was even better. I've listened to hundreds of books, but this is the first one that I ever felt compelled to finish in two sittings. I can't wait for the third installment!

What other book might you compare The Enemy of My Enemy to and why?

Well, obviously the first book in the series comes to mind. Besides that, I would say this story is kind of a mix between a Dirk Pitt adventure and a Michael Chrichton story. The action is non-stop and it's filled with unexpected twists and turns. The performance style is very similar to Scott Brick. (He's one of my favorites.) If you like Scott's performances, you'll like this.

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

I've never listened to any of his other work, but he's obviously an accomplished artist with a keen sense of pacing. He adds authentic accents and nuances to every character. It really brought the story to life for me.

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

My heart raced, that's for sure! There were also several instances that were very touching. I teared up big time at the end. But in a good way!

Any additional comments?

I highly recommend this book and this author. The performance is wonderful, the writing is crisp and the story is very original. If you like fast-moving stories with lot's of unexpected twists and turns, you'll love this one.

Exciting, but too many plot twists!

"A page turner--I wish it didn't have as many twists"

I'll admit that I listened eagerly and enjoyed the story. The narrator was great. HOWEVER, as soon as one plot twist was solved, instead of basking in the success the team was thrust into another and another . . . I was hoping that this was the last book because I didn't want to go through that anymore :)

Like after a long trip in the car, I had to wait a while between books because I wasn't ready for the emotional stress again . . .

There was a lot of blood and gore, average swearing--at least not too many references to Deity. Not too much in the way of gratuitous sexual content.

Adrenaline RUSH - BRAINRUSH II

I have to admit a teensy part of me was worried that BRAINRUSH II wouldn't be as good, as BRAINRUSH, the first book. Well folks, worry NO MORE! Grab a parachute, floatation device, helmet, plenty of weapons, flashlight, water and MREs, for this action-packed, adrenaline laced trip.

Don't forget to immediately, put on your parachute, you'll be needing it to dodge the bad guys. I hope you aren't afraid of water and can hold your breath, for a long, LONG time! You are saving the world from the "Bad Guys" so you'll need lots of weapons, help from unlikely sources and a lot of Aussie ingenuity to save your ASSets! You may think you have a bad case of Exploding Head Syndrome, except you won't need a doctor. Richard Bard's excellent description, of the characters and NON-STOP action scenes, place you right into the middle of the excitement. Twists and turns galore, throughout the book, with an ending that surprised me!

Strap yourself in. . . and get ready for a FANTASTIC Adventure!

Great Job Richard, LOVED it, highly recommend and CAN'T wait for BRAINRUSH III!

Great combo of Superman & GI Joe w/aliens

Where does The Enemy of My Enemy rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top twenty

Who was your favorite character and why?

The main character Jake has the superpower and the "get-it-done" atttitude driving the series

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

Hard to say! he brought all of the characters to life with his accents and tonal variation.

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

No

Any additional comments?

Looking forward to the next instalment, so hurry up.

Not my usual genre

But My husband played a preview one night and I was intrigued. So I got book one and was hooked

Just fantastic!!!

This author is one of my favorites! The reading of this and the use of the different voice inflections for each character is magnificent! I highly recommend all of Richard Bards books!

No 3d glasses required!!

The book reads like scenes in an engaging movie. After reading the first two books of Brainrush's Trilogy, my only disappointment was that his third book was not yet within my reach. When I looked on his web sight to find out that book three will be out before the end of the year, I found on his home page, a sample of his audio version of Brainrush 2. Wow! R. C. Bray took me right back into the story again.