Book description
Nexus: A Mind-Bending Thrill Ride into Tomorrow
Ramez Naam's debut novel "Nexus" delivers exactly what science fiction fans crave: a plausible glimpse into humanity's neurochemical future wrapped in breakneck suspense.
The story follows a young scientist who stumbles into a dangerous game of international espionage after being caught enhancing the experimental nano-drug Nexus. This isn't your typical cyberpunk fantasy - Naam's background in artificial intelligence and computer science lends authentic weight to his vision of mind-linked humanity.
What sets this audiobook apart is how Naam balances intimate character development with globe-trotting action. The narrative vaults from academic conferences to Bangkok's underground biotech markets, from Washington DC's intelligence agencies to remote Thai monasteries, never losing momentum. Each location feels lived-in and authentic rather than merely exotic backdrop.
The real strength lies in Naam's exploration of enhancement technology's implications. He doesn't shy away from the genuine ethical dilemmas surrounding human augmentation, presenting arguments from multiple perspectives without easy answers. This isn't simple good-versus-evil storytelling.
The audiobook format serves the material particularly well during sequences depicting the actual mind-linking experiences. The narrator effectively conveys the disorienting sensation of shared consciousness without becoming gimmicky.
Naam's credentials as both a technologist and award-winning non-fiction author pay dividends throughout. The science feels grounded rather than handwaved, making the more speculative elements genuinely thought-provoking rather than fantastical.
For readers who enjoy their thrillers smart and their science fiction socially conscious, "Nexus" hits the sweet spot between entertainment and intellectual engagement.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience