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Microchip: The Agenda Is Now
Microchip is an epic saga set in the very near future. It’s a timely, up to date chronicle filled with action, adventure, intrigue, romance, science, politics and peril.
In the not too distant future, the world’s economy has completely collapsed. The new one world government in conjunction with the World Central Reserve Bank has plans to usher in a new era of peace and economic security. There is just one slight hitch; everyone is now required to take the World Central Reserve bio-chip inserted into the lower right quadrant of their palm. This new means of transfer and payment replaces the old outdated banking and currency systems throughout the globe.
Everyone from bikers to bluebloods is now required to take the microchip or suffer the consequences. Tens of thousands flee to find safe haven where they can live in harmony without being micro-chipped.
Soon order is restored from chaos and all is well in the world. Or is it?
Is this data transmitter more than it seems?
Is there more than just a financial agenda behind the frightening technology that lurks deep within the bio-chip?
In the not too distant future, the world’s economy has completely collapsed. The new one world government in conjunction with the World Central Reserve Bank has plans to usher in a new era of peace and economic security. There is just one slight hitch; everyone is now required to take the World Central Reserve bio-chip inserted into the lower right quadrant of their palm. This new means of transfer and payment replaces the old outdated banking and currency systems throughout the globe.
Everyone from bikers to bluebloods is now required to take the microchip or suffer the consequences. Tens of thousands flee to find safe haven where they can live in harmony without being micro-chipped.
Soon order is restored from chaos and all is well in the world. Or is it?
Is this data transmitter more than it seems?
Is there more than just a financial agenda behind the frightening technology that lurks deep within the bio-chip?
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464 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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December 13, 2013
I just finished the Microchip novel and I must say it is indeed an up to the minute, well timed book. It contains many issues that have a direct bearing on the concerns of many people both worldwide and some that I know personally. My own social circle is abounding with knowledgeable people highly concerned about government intrusions into our personal lives; everything from simple matters such as taking our picture at red lights, surveillance cameras, body scanners, to tapping our phones and much worse. Many I know are of the belief that is only a matter of time until a forced microchipping program is forced upon us by a government grown out of control.
The topics are controversial in nature and sure to incite strong reactions and perhaps contention from its readers, but the potentially bleak subject matter is well handled in a very discerning and proficient manner with ample helpings of inventiveness and humor. There are some playful and amusing portions to balance out the distressing subject matter and even a romance thrown into the mix.
It was a great page turner and very hard to put down. The story grips you at the beginning and holds you until the very end starting with a very contrasting cast of characters. You have those from simple walks of life such as Toni the school teacher, in my opinion the main character of the book; a loveable but apparent borderline alcoholic. I loved the Toni character as she has much heart and pines deeply for those she left behind. You also have Glick, a rough freedom loving Harley Davidson bike riding scumbag who steals everything he can get his hands on and terrorizes every town he passes through. An unlikely romance blossoms between the two, but I won’t reveal too much- don’t want to spoil the surprise.
The health care profession is represented by Emma, a 75 year old great grandmother stillworking despite her advanced age to support her great grandson T.J. She is one of the more endearing main characters; some in the book can be pretty unlikeable at times displaying narcissistic and pompous dispositions. These huge personalities with their extreme diversity in temperaments help make for the realistic character portrayals.You also have preachers, nondescript city workers with their families and ranting right wing kooks all the way up to the topmost echelons such as senators, trust fund babies and the upper, upper out of sight 1%.
Marlene Carson a former senator of Ohio is forced from her lofty position in the senate due to her opposition of mandatory microchipping. She struggles initially to find an exception that will allow her to avoid taking a microchip and eventually leads the charge politically, taking a stand for what she believes in. She and her “born with silver spoon in mouth” husband Curt travel halfway around the world looking for the ideal place to settle. After many months of searching and looking they are introduced to a colony of dissenters within the United States that promises to provide exactly what they are looking for.
All of these characters are forced to take a microchip and the novel skillfully portrays how each person individually handles the conflict that is being thrust upon them. I must say I would have liked to have seen more character development in regards to the bad guys, but the manipulative games that the antagonist play with one another was a real hoot, and the comeuppance that is meted out at the end is well deserved.
All of the players converge at a central location where that interact and settle, I was worried at first that it was going to be a FEMA death camp with its high walls, barbed wire fence and guarded security towers but was relieved to find it was actually a modern high tech facility that was struggling to maintain its independence and dignity in a world gone mad. There we discover advances in science with a full laboratory devoted to counteracting the effects that the microchip has on the population as well as other advances such as energy and food production.
While the behind the scenes work is being done at the facility, the rest of the world goes about their day to day business apparently unaffected by the microchip that has been planted within. I was a bit taken by how readily and easily the population fell into such a subservient position but in the book they really don’t realize what is happening to them until it is too late.
I found the book to be very informative and educational, perhaps a bit didactic at times. But it moves at a fast pace, is fully absorbing, unpredictable and very gratifying. I give this book a 5 star rating.
The topics are controversial in nature and sure to incite strong reactions and perhaps contention from its readers, but the potentially bleak subject matter is well handled in a very discerning and proficient manner with ample helpings of inventiveness and humor. There are some playful and amusing portions to balance out the distressing subject matter and even a romance thrown into the mix.
It was a great page turner and very hard to put down. The story grips you at the beginning and holds you until the very end starting with a very contrasting cast of characters. You have those from simple walks of life such as Toni the school teacher, in my opinion the main character of the book; a loveable but apparent borderline alcoholic. I loved the Toni character as she has much heart and pines deeply for those she left behind. You also have Glick, a rough freedom loving Harley Davidson bike riding scumbag who steals everything he can get his hands on and terrorizes every town he passes through. An unlikely romance blossoms between the two, but I won’t reveal too much- don’t want to spoil the surprise.
The health care profession is represented by Emma, a 75 year old great grandmother stillworking despite her advanced age to support her great grandson T.J. She is one of the more endearing main characters; some in the book can be pretty unlikeable at times displaying narcissistic and pompous dispositions. These huge personalities with their extreme diversity in temperaments help make for the realistic character portrayals.You also have preachers, nondescript city workers with their families and ranting right wing kooks all the way up to the topmost echelons such as senators, trust fund babies and the upper, upper out of sight 1%.
Marlene Carson a former senator of Ohio is forced from her lofty position in the senate due to her opposition of mandatory microchipping. She struggles initially to find an exception that will allow her to avoid taking a microchip and eventually leads the charge politically, taking a stand for what she believes in. She and her “born with silver spoon in mouth” husband Curt travel halfway around the world looking for the ideal place to settle. After many months of searching and looking they are introduced to a colony of dissenters within the United States that promises to provide exactly what they are looking for.
All of these characters are forced to take a microchip and the novel skillfully portrays how each person individually handles the conflict that is being thrust upon them. I must say I would have liked to have seen more character development in regards to the bad guys, but the manipulative games that the antagonist play with one another was a real hoot, and the comeuppance that is meted out at the end is well deserved.
All of the players converge at a central location where that interact and settle, I was worried at first that it was going to be a FEMA death camp with its high walls, barbed wire fence and guarded security towers but was relieved to find it was actually a modern high tech facility that was struggling to maintain its independence and dignity in a world gone mad. There we discover advances in science with a full laboratory devoted to counteracting the effects that the microchip has on the population as well as other advances such as energy and food production.
While the behind the scenes work is being done at the facility, the rest of the world goes about their day to day business apparently unaffected by the microchip that has been planted within. I was a bit taken by how readily and easily the population fell into such a subservient position but in the book they really don’t realize what is happening to them until it is too late.
I found the book to be very informative and educational, perhaps a bit didactic at times. But it moves at a fast pace, is fully absorbing, unpredictable and very gratifying. I give this book a 5 star rating.
May 25, 2019
WOW!
I wish I could give this book ten stars! Chey Barnes takes facts that are unknown to most of the U.S. Citizens, some that sound crazy, but are completely true, and she weaves them into a story that keeps you turning page after page (and running to google the interesting info).
I think everyone should read this book, it's a wonderful story.. beautifully written and contains a lot information that might open your eyes, but doing it in a fictional setting.
After I passed the page 400 mark, I realized we hadn't heard about Emma and her grandson for a long time, and I was sad that we might not find out what happened to them... but I was not disappointed.. Emma and TJ were indeed back in the story.
I loved Glick and Toni and I adored all the information given to Marlene... Some of which I already knew, a lot of which I am now researching and finding that Chey Barnes did her research on this book thoroughly ... and she painted a picture of the future that doesn't seem too far fetched at all.
The characters are wonderful, and I miss them... and the ending made me want more... I hope there will be a part two!
p.s. almost forgot to say that I received this book free in the goodreads giveaway... aren't I lucky? :)
Had to Edit to add: I really would love to see this made into a movie... how cool would that be?
She was awarded silver medal for best Fiction Christian e-book for 2014 in Poynters Global ebook awards!!!!!!! YAY!!!! SOOOO DESERVING!!!
http://globalebookawards.com/2015-glo...
I wish I could give this book ten stars! Chey Barnes takes facts that are unknown to most of the U.S. Citizens, some that sound crazy, but are completely true, and she weaves them into a story that keeps you turning page after page (and running to google the interesting info).
I think everyone should read this book, it's a wonderful story.. beautifully written and contains a lot information that might open your eyes, but doing it in a fictional setting.
After I passed the page 400 mark, I realized we hadn't heard about Emma and her grandson for a long time, and I was sad that we might not find out what happened to them... but I was not disappointed.. Emma and TJ were indeed back in the story.
I loved Glick and Toni and I adored all the information given to Marlene... Some of which I already knew, a lot of which I am now researching and finding that Chey Barnes did her research on this book thoroughly ... and she painted a picture of the future that doesn't seem too far fetched at all.
The characters are wonderful, and I miss them... and the ending made me want more... I hope there will be a part two!
p.s. almost forgot to say that I received this book free in the goodreads giveaway... aren't I lucky? :)
Had to Edit to add: I really would love to see this made into a movie... how cool would that be?
She was awarded silver medal for best Fiction Christian e-book for 2014 in Poynters Global ebook awards!!!!!!! YAY!!!! SOOOO DESERVING!!!
http://globalebookawards.com/2015-glo...
August 21, 2015
Reveiwed for Reader's Favorite.
The world is changing, and ever so quickly. It used to be that everyone used paper money, and you got paid with a paper paycheck. Now it is credit and debit cards and your payroll is direct deposited. What is next? Microchip envisions a future that could easily be only years down the road in where now, everything is done with a mircochip in the hand. For the most part, the world goes along with the idea and complies without really thinking, but this story follows a few different types of people who question this process for different reasons. As each of these people search for a way to escape the law of mircochipping, they find themselves in the same place in Utah. Chey Barnes takes each person and their reasons, explaining them and giving them a place, and then you see what happens when they are all together. This is a science fiction story that hits just a little close to home.
Microchip might be science fiction today, but there are real life facts and information included in the book, and indexed in the back, that will leave you thinking hard about what you read. It's not a warning book, but a story of how different people are dealing with the law and what happens to them, there is a real human element in there. It is also very thought provoking and would be an excellent book for a book club or discussion group. Chey Barnes takes information and technology of today and advances it only by a few years to give us this story. Although there is family and a little romance in the story, there is more a cautionary spirit that we need to be more careful and thoughtful, not just accepting everything that is handed to us. I think this should be a required reading just as George Orwell's 1984 used to be when I was in high school. This is a newer version of big brother.
The world is changing, and ever so quickly. It used to be that everyone used paper money, and you got paid with a paper paycheck. Now it is credit and debit cards and your payroll is direct deposited. What is next? Microchip envisions a future that could easily be only years down the road in where now, everything is done with a mircochip in the hand. For the most part, the world goes along with the idea and complies without really thinking, but this story follows a few different types of people who question this process for different reasons. As each of these people search for a way to escape the law of mircochipping, they find themselves in the same place in Utah. Chey Barnes takes each person and their reasons, explaining them and giving them a place, and then you see what happens when they are all together. This is a science fiction story that hits just a little close to home.
Microchip might be science fiction today, but there are real life facts and information included in the book, and indexed in the back, that will leave you thinking hard about what you read. It's not a warning book, but a story of how different people are dealing with the law and what happens to them, there is a real human element in there. It is also very thought provoking and would be an excellent book for a book club or discussion group. Chey Barnes takes information and technology of today and advances it only by a few years to give us this story. Although there is family and a little romance in the story, there is more a cautionary spirit that we need to be more careful and thoughtful, not just accepting everything that is handed to us. I think this should be a required reading just as George Orwell's 1984 used to be when I was in high school. This is a newer version of big brother.
September 17, 2013
I received an ARC ebook from the author in exchange for an honest review.
There's the world you think you know...then there's the world behind it. In "Microchip", author Chey Barnes weaves an intelligent tale of a not-too-distant future, where humanity stands on a precipice. With extensive research, Barnes brings truths to the average citizen in the form of a fictional debut.
"Microchip" starts out introducing each character in a new chapter, which threw me at first. In hindsight, it makes sense to show where each character came from before weaving their stories together. There are soccer moms, biker dudes, Christians, and spirit-walkers. We also meet scientists, politicians, and the ruling elite. What happens when martial law runs rampant, and it's either receive a microchip or die? Will there be a safe haven left to run to, and if so - how will they survive cut off from the world?
Character development is not the focus of this type of story, so I didn't focus on that point. The main purpose of this story is to introduce a plausible future based on findings from many brilliant minds of today. Inquiring minds will appreciate the time Barnes took to fully explain what went wrong and the road back to redemption. Although not familiar with the science, it is all entirely plausible; never too much of a stretch.
I will certainly look for the sequel if one is in the making! Happy reading.
There's the world you think you know...then there's the world behind it. In "Microchip", author Chey Barnes weaves an intelligent tale of a not-too-distant future, where humanity stands on a precipice. With extensive research, Barnes brings truths to the average citizen in the form of a fictional debut.
"Microchip" starts out introducing each character in a new chapter, which threw me at first. In hindsight, it makes sense to show where each character came from before weaving their stories together. There are soccer moms, biker dudes, Christians, and spirit-walkers. We also meet scientists, politicians, and the ruling elite. What happens when martial law runs rampant, and it's either receive a microchip or die? Will there be a safe haven left to run to, and if so - how will they survive cut off from the world?
Character development is not the focus of this type of story, so I didn't focus on that point. The main purpose of this story is to introduce a plausible future based on findings from many brilliant minds of today. Inquiring minds will appreciate the time Barnes took to fully explain what went wrong and the road back to redemption. Although not familiar with the science, it is all entirely plausible; never too much of a stretch.
I will certainly look for the sequel if one is in the making! Happy reading.
October 27, 2013
Microchip by Chey Barnes is a good book if you like lots of involved dialog that progresses the story along as it is done very well. I can only imagine the amount of research that went into writing this book as it is deep in understanding of the banking industry, the IT realm and combine that with the element of believable dialog and social interaction and you have a well-written book. It is also sidelined with some well received Biblical implications of the end times. Some twists and turns occurred at some very unpredictable times which kept it moving forward. The love interest in this book also was there but did not drown itself out as a primary focus as many books do. Sometimes love does make us do crazy things and this book does show this, but not to the extreme that other books I have read do and makes you wonder, "why would anyone do that?" and the truth factor is not there. This book does not do that and am glad to say I gave this book 4 stars.
August 19, 2013
I loved it!!! I'm a big fan of future conspiracy theories but this style of writing is genius! Thank you so much for sending me an advanced review copy. My husband is now reading it! 1st book he read in the past 2 years!
August 17, 2013
enjoyed every page of this book. It is clever, full of interesting people and ideas. It is thought provoking, frightening and entertaining.
August 14, 2013
Excellent, would recommend to anyone.
December 3, 2013
I really had high hopes for this book, Microchip: The Agenda Is Now by Chey Barnes. I really did. Let me be clear – this is the past tense because after wading through this mush I really wish I could get my time back.
First of all, let’s start with the plot. The world is being taken over by evil bankers who have their sights set on ethnic cleansing, power grabbing, and just plain general world domination. They plan to do this by inserting microchips into the wrist of every human being on earth and using the chips to take control of all humanity. We follow several main characters, Glick, a rather sub-human biker, Toni, a fifth-grade school teacher, Marlene, an uppity political do-gooder, and Shaw, the evil mastermind, as their lives change with the advent of the chip.
Microchip is listed in the “Science Fiction/Adventure, Suspense” category. However, for at least half of the book, I felt as if I was being preached to, lectured at, and just plain bored. This book of fiction even has references and foot notes, for crying out loud. If I wanted non-fiction, I’d be reading just that. Not that I’m against using some reality facts to flush out a science based world or to develop a good foundation, but please – do we want to know every part of the brain and which parts stimulate which feeling and do we need to know the entire history of banking? Also, the preachy comparison of “inserting the mark on the wrist” and “taking the chip” to the biblical reference is plainly obvious. It’s as if Barnes couldn’t really decide if she wanted to write science fiction or a religious diatribe; or maybe the only way Barnes could get this drivel published was to couch her rantings in a sci-fi coating.
Back to the characters. Barnes’ characters are laughable. Again, I really wanted to like them. I really did. I had high hopes for Glick – the Harley riding gang banger who robs old ladies, frequents strip joints, and wakes up in his own puke. Yet, Barnes never keeps him consistent – attributing vocabulary to him such as him saying “Yikes!” and “Yes, sir,” and “toots.” What the hell? Sure, I get it – we knew he would change for the better and I think we wanted him to, but as soon as that happened I lost all interest. Then there is the almost racially painful stereotype of a hard working older black woman named Emma. At least she remains consistent throughout the story, but why even bother bringing her into the story? We follow her and her little grandson for only a few pages then never hear from them again until the last few pages of the story. Marlene the Senator and her husband Curt are the most pampered biggest snobs. I couldn’t even begin to like them, even though Barnes tries to get us to believe that Marlene at least attempts to fight the evil chip masterminds.
And more inconsistencies – the community without chips is supposed to be half in the dark ages yet has these high tech advances in science and power, first rate “minds”, cutting edge laboratories, etc. yet when Emma’s little grandson gets sick, there are only two doctors and only rudimentary medical facilities? Please. Make up your mind.
Then there is also the most annoying writing technique, if that’s what you want to call it of listing every detail about a topic or description with commas between them. For example, Barnes sets the scene in the den of the even bigger evil mastermind, Rothfeller. (Just a coincidence that the name has a slightly Judaic ring to it?) I don’t have room here to quote the paragraph in its entirety to give you the fullest
picture, but basically Barnes turns this ‘den’ into some type of museum. She lists, no kidding, 23 various collections , “A plethora of archaic, venerated treasures filled every corner and every wall within.” This includes mummies, obelisks, and an entire collection of crowns and scepters. Just to name a few. We get it – the dude is rich and has everything. All in one “cavernous den.”
So you get the idea. I think the premise was good and with some very, very, very good editing to correct the inconsistencies, the typos and punctuation errors, to cut out most of the lectures on banking, genetic engineering, organic farming and other topics, there might be something worth salvaging here. But not much. I would not recommend this book.
First of all, let’s start with the plot. The world is being taken over by evil bankers who have their sights set on ethnic cleansing, power grabbing, and just plain general world domination. They plan to do this by inserting microchips into the wrist of every human being on earth and using the chips to take control of all humanity. We follow several main characters, Glick, a rather sub-human biker, Toni, a fifth-grade school teacher, Marlene, an uppity political do-gooder, and Shaw, the evil mastermind, as their lives change with the advent of the chip.
Microchip is listed in the “Science Fiction/Adventure, Suspense” category. However, for at least half of the book, I felt as if I was being preached to, lectured at, and just plain bored. This book of fiction even has references and foot notes, for crying out loud. If I wanted non-fiction, I’d be reading just that. Not that I’m against using some reality facts to flush out a science based world or to develop a good foundation, but please – do we want to know every part of the brain and which parts stimulate which feeling and do we need to know the entire history of banking? Also, the preachy comparison of “inserting the mark on the wrist” and “taking the chip” to the biblical reference is plainly obvious. It’s as if Barnes couldn’t really decide if she wanted to write science fiction or a religious diatribe; or maybe the only way Barnes could get this drivel published was to couch her rantings in a sci-fi coating.
Back to the characters. Barnes’ characters are laughable. Again, I really wanted to like them. I really did. I had high hopes for Glick – the Harley riding gang banger who robs old ladies, frequents strip joints, and wakes up in his own puke. Yet, Barnes never keeps him consistent – attributing vocabulary to him such as him saying “Yikes!” and “Yes, sir,” and “toots.” What the hell? Sure, I get it – we knew he would change for the better and I think we wanted him to, but as soon as that happened I lost all interest. Then there is the almost racially painful stereotype of a hard working older black woman named Emma. At least she remains consistent throughout the story, but why even bother bringing her into the story? We follow her and her little grandson for only a few pages then never hear from them again until the last few pages of the story. Marlene the Senator and her husband Curt are the most pampered biggest snobs. I couldn’t even begin to like them, even though Barnes tries to get us to believe that Marlene at least attempts to fight the evil chip masterminds.
And more inconsistencies – the community without chips is supposed to be half in the dark ages yet has these high tech advances in science and power, first rate “minds”, cutting edge laboratories, etc. yet when Emma’s little grandson gets sick, there are only two doctors and only rudimentary medical facilities? Please. Make up your mind.
Then there is also the most annoying writing technique, if that’s what you want to call it of listing every detail about a topic or description with commas between them. For example, Barnes sets the scene in the den of the even bigger evil mastermind, Rothfeller. (Just a coincidence that the name has a slightly Judaic ring to it?) I don’t have room here to quote the paragraph in its entirety to give you the fullest
picture, but basically Barnes turns this ‘den’ into some type of museum. She lists, no kidding, 23 various collections , “A plethora of archaic, venerated treasures filled every corner and every wall within.” This includes mummies, obelisks, and an entire collection of crowns and scepters. Just to name a few. We get it – the dude is rich and has everything. All in one “cavernous den.”
So you get the idea. I think the premise was good and with some very, very, very good editing to correct the inconsistencies, the typos and punctuation errors, to cut out most of the lectures on banking, genetic engineering, organic farming and other topics, there might be something worth salvaging here. But not much. I would not recommend this book.
September 24, 2015
I was given this copy free in order to review it, it in no way guarantees that I will review it positively. *Some adult language, non-typical of a Christian novel.
Microchip has a plethora of characters you meet in the beginning acts, some of them follow through the entire story, others just pop in and return at the end. It is full of a lot information that may make you think about society, politics, and the banking industry today. It makes some very valid points. It does not state how far into the future the author thinks this may occur, but it is easy to tell that she feels it could be soon. Good book though (for me) the language made it difficult to read, for others it probably wouldn't.
Microchip has a plethora of characters you meet in the beginning acts, some of them follow through the entire story, others just pop in and return at the end. It is full of a lot information that may make you think about society, politics, and the banking industry today. It makes some very valid points. It does not state how far into the future the author thinks this may occur, but it is easy to tell that she feels it could be soon. Good book though (for me) the language made it difficult to read, for others it probably wouldn't.
July 16, 2014
I loved it!!! Suitably dark by its nature but Microchip never takes itself too seriously and throughout the novel there is an air of comedy about it that makes it more enjoyable. I loved that feeling the author imparts and it makes reading the book a breeze. When you tie in the fast pace with these great characters you end up with a book that you can fly through without pause for breath. GREAT BOOK!
July 16, 2014
If you enjoy any George Orwell novels then read Chey Barne's Microchip: The Agenda Is Now. And if you haven't read George Orwell then read Animal Farm and 1984, simple as that.
The future vision in Mirochip shows a world torn apart by the idea of advanced bio technology creating RF implants, barcodes, etc.. the results seem to be pretty catastrophic, but the plot has a nice twist to it. GREAT READ!!!
The future vision in Mirochip shows a world torn apart by the idea of advanced bio technology creating RF implants, barcodes, etc.. the results seem to be pretty catastrophic, but the plot has a nice twist to it. GREAT READ!!!
August 1, 2014
Its hard to write a bad review on a free advanced copy and I'm glad I do not have to. This is a wonderful, well written, fun, educational sci-fi novel. It took me a long time to read it but only because of personal issues so I haven't got around to it. Last week I took it with me on vacation and just finished it this morning. That's a fast read for someone like me, and it was very suspenseful. I love it and I want to see a sequel or more like it from the author!
August 14, 2014
registered on Good reads just to show my appreciation for this book and my free copy. Please keep in mind my free copy did not persuade me to write this review. This is from my heart. I really loved this book. You can actually see all the warning signs from this book telling us as a society to not follow in the same steps. Also about RF microchip enabled devices and implants, I don't think you need me to tell you to STAY WAY!!!
July 8, 2014
I finished my advanced review copy last month and actually read a few parts of the beginning again. I really enjoyed it and most likely will read a 2nd time. Great sci-fi story with such a realistic feel to the plot and main characters. I would like to know what are future plans... will there be a sequel book, movie, TV show??
July 16, 2014
As you can imagine once we start to create bio technology, implant chips, organic barcode systems, etc... The world and the human race will be doomed and most likely the people will start a violent revolution. Many people object to this concept and they'd rather fight instead of live life like what takes place in Microchip. Good read!
July 24, 2014
Gave this book to my dad before his early retirement and he said now he has something to look forward to! I liked it myself. It can get a little confusing at times but that's probably because I grew up believing everything I was told... sometimes it's not always the truth and Microchip shines some light on many great topics.
August 14, 2014
this is one is for the conspiracy lover in you, but is also just a good read to give to a sci-fi lover as a gift. I read this book while camping last weekend... it took me about 4 days to read the whole thing so it is a great page turner with very real plot that can happen to our society any day now ! I loved it!
July 9, 2014
The main reason why this book works is due to the authors ability to paint a picture in the near future that most Americans will relate to. The story is quite poetic but maintains an urgency and at times a brutality that reminds the reader how corrupt our society can become. great book!
July 16, 2014
Fast paced, action is frequent, frantic and well wrote... always kept along the side of realism... There are also messages to be gained, nice hint of comedy through out, calamity, and a GREAT ending!!
July 24, 2014
Microchip is like one of those clever teachers that manages to educate through fun and amusement. More than that though its a book that can be enjoyed on many levels. You can just enjoy the ride; the crazily constructed story and crafty characters or you can enjoy the messages it subtly imparts.
July 24, 2014
It is clear that Chey Barnes is a gifted author. In many ways this novel feels like a classic science fiction story from the 20th century. As with those stories in the "golden age" of science fiction it isn't afraid to offer something different... GREAT READ!
August 1, 2014
Microchip is a clever book, not only compelling, and well-written but it sucks you in from the start ! It shows that the author Chey Barnes will be around for a long time and maybe her first classic. Not to mention how epic the ending was, it matched the tone of the book perfectly.
August 6, 2014
Great book... I loved how it shows how mankind will be so busy scheming and killing to care about what the government is really up to... I paid $10 for a used ARC and I just pre-ordered real book. GREAT READ!
August 14, 2014
just finished my advanced copy and all I can say is: is there any more?A sequel? Movie or TV show spin-off? Because I loved it! Loved the realism and awesome and unique characters, of course Winthrop Shaw would have to be my personal favorite. Great read! Give it a try!
July 9, 2014
One of the real strengths of this book is how real the story is. Almost every American can relate to this plot and helps it to become so addictive and pretty much a non-stop page turner.
August 14, 2014
Kind of thrilling, very addictive, the plot just springing off the page with its often familiar settings . Reminds me a lot of our world we live in now!
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