Synapse

By Steven James

Book Overview

Thirty years in the future, when AI is so advanced that humans live side by side with cognizant humanoid robots called Artificials, Kestrel Hathaway must come to terms not just with what machines?know, ?but with what they?believe.

Soon after experiencing a personal tragedy, Kestrel witnesses a terrorist attack on a nearby artificial factory and is unknowingly drawn into a world of conspiracies and lies. Along with her own Artificial, Jordan, they attempt to untangle the web around them. With a second, more brutal attack looming on the horizon, their best chance of stopping it is teaming up with federal counterterrorism agent Nick Vernon. But the clock is ticking--and all the while, Jordan is asking questions Artificials were never meant to ask . . . questions that rock Kestrel to her very core.

Deftly weaving suspense and intrigue into a rich, resonant tale that explores faith and what it really means to be human, Steven James offers us a glimpse into the future--and into our own hearts.

Synapse?is an unforgettable, gripping story of dreams shattered, truth revealed, and hope reborn.

Praise for?Synapse:

"Perfectly timed and thought-provoking, ?Synapse?is a smart, intense thriller that keeps the suspense?building until the final page. Steven James once again delivers a perfect amalgam of character and?plot, totally immersing the reader in an irresistible narrative." --Simon Gervais, international bestselling author of?Hunt Them Down

"Next-level suspense that keeps the pages turning, combined with next-level writing on par?with the great literary masters . . .?Synapse?is not merely a thriller you should read--as 5G?approaches and advances in AI snowball, it is the thriller you can't afford?not to." --James R. Hannibal, award-winning author of?The Gryphon Heist

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0785225250
• ISBN13: 9780785225256
• Release Date: October 2019
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Suspenseful futuristic novel

Synapse, by Steven James, is an intriguing book set in the not too distant future that deals with Artificial Intelligence. Never having read any books by this author, I had no idea what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by this futuristic story. It is a book that makes the reader think about how the future just might enfold, with Naturals, Artificials, and Plussers too. With characters that are vibrant and have emotions and reactions that resonate well with readers and a plot full of twists and turns and edge-of-the-seat action, Synapse easily kept my attention. The author not only writes a good story but gives the reader things to think about regarding ethics and morality as well as spiritual issues. I enjoyed reading the book and recommend it to readers who enjoy suspense and futuristic fiction. I received a complimentary copy of this book via CelebrateLit. A favorable review was not required and opinions are my own. This review is part of a CelebrateLit blog tour.