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Frequency
Black Rock Observatory, in Tryon, North Carolina, is a privately-owned radio telescope searching for extraterrestrial life. The facility’s giant satellite dish hits pay dirt on New Year’s Eve 2024 as a graduate student, Ronald Phillips records a strange alien message from a distant galaxy.
A press conference ensues, and the country is informed of the discovery through national television. The recording uploads quickly on Black Rock’s website, and the alien message goes viral. Public reaction is enthusiastic, and the observatory gains publicity through news and social media outlets.
After the recording’s release, many people become infected by a mystery illness. The disease causes tumors in the brains of its victims and noticeable changes in their personalities. Some of the stricken are interviewed by two neurosurgeons, Drs. Kevin Dyar and James Ketterly. Their research leads them to an unthinkable conclusion; the cause of the disease is connected to the observatory.
In a race against time, the neurosurgeons desperately search for a cure to an alien plague that has originated 2.2 billion light-years from Earth.
A press conference ensues, and the country is informed of the discovery through national television. The recording uploads quickly on Black Rock’s website, and the alien message goes viral. Public reaction is enthusiastic, and the observatory gains publicity through news and social media outlets.
After the recording’s release, many people become infected by a mystery illness. The disease causes tumors in the brains of its victims and noticeable changes in their personalities. Some of the stricken are interviewed by two neurosurgeons, Drs. Kevin Dyar and James Ketterly. Their research leads them to an unthinkable conclusion; the cause of the disease is connected to the observatory.
In a race against time, the neurosurgeons desperately search for a cure to an alien plague that has originated 2.2 billion light-years from Earth.
- GenresScience Fiction
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 11, 2020
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About the author
John Reizer
10 books28 followersJohn Reizer is a practicing chiropractor and author residing in the Upstate of South Carolina. His earlier publications dealt primarily with the subject of chiropractic.
More recently, John has been writing science fiction novellas.
His latest works are False Memory, The Homecoming, Frequency, and The Target List. For additional information, visit the website, www.johnreizer.com.
More recently, John has been writing science fiction novellas.
His latest works are False Memory, The Homecoming, Frequency, and The Target List. For additional information, visit the website, www.johnreizer.com.
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Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
March 9, 2020
John Reizer transmits an exciting sci fi thriller into our brains with Frequency! When an alien disease is beamed to Earth through an observatory, it’s a race against time as two doctors fight to save humanity from total annihilation. Reizer’s writing flows with exciting action, but also packs plenty of depth! I especially loved Reizer’s novel concept of how the alien disease worked and how it transferred itself! If you’re looking for a different kind of medical thriller, then be sure to tune in to Reizer’s Frequency!
February 16, 2020
good book
February 10, 2020
The premise is pretty good and reminds me of some of the kinds of science fiction you'd see in a good x-files episode (admit it - there were bad ones). There's a lot of detail and the mystery is kept up pretty well towards the end. There's some good plot twists and the action is enjoyable. My only complaint is that the book is need of a good editor. There's some roughness in the writing that needs smoothing out.
February 3, 2020
It is something fresh on the idea of an alien invasion story. It is thought-provoking and very scientific in its ideas. It is very entertaining, and I quite enjoyed it. Even though I don't agree with the author's belief in intelligent life out there, it still makes for a wonderful tale. Good job sir.
February 1, 2020
Frequency is well-written and a highly imaginative story. I really got into this one. An excellent choice for science fiction fans.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
January 23, 2020
An Intriguing Story
I am a science-fiction fan and FREQUENCY hit the mark for me. It's a thought-provoking novella with a premise that is very unique and quite clever. It's an alien invasion plot, but unlike any I have ever read before. The author has written the story so that it's almost believable.
Frequency is a page-turner and the suspense the story provided kept me reading the chapters. I recommend this book to all fans of science-fiction.
I received an advance copy of this book, free of charge, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.
I am a science-fiction fan and FREQUENCY hit the mark for me. It's a thought-provoking novella with a premise that is very unique and quite clever. It's an alien invasion plot, but unlike any I have ever read before. The author has written the story so that it's almost believable.
Frequency is a page-turner and the suspense the story provided kept me reading the chapters. I recommend this book to all fans of science-fiction.
I received an advance copy of this book, free of charge, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.
January 27, 2020
Excellent!!!
February 17, 2020
At least it was short
The most interesting part of this story, where men are given realistic descriptions and women two choices (attractive and white or attractive and exotic) was the idea of a Russian mind control scheme. But that, like many other plot holes or hints at an interesting storyline, was explained away in a set of dedicated paragraphs intended to act as a ribbon does, tying the story together however loosely.
The most interesting part of this story, where men are given realistic descriptions and women two choices (attractive and white or attractive and exotic) was the idea of a Russian mind control scheme. But that, like many other plot holes or hints at an interesting storyline, was explained away in a set of dedicated paragraphs intended to act as a ribbon does, tying the story together however loosely.
March 13, 2020
I won this book in a Goodreads Givaway, for which I am very grateful.
The story is well written, with good plot and character development. You can really get yourself involved with it. The plot line is a little far fetched, but honestly, I've read other good stories with even more impossible theories. I’m not convinced that a radio wave can be transformed into a solid matter virus, for example, but I did accept Star Trek’s transporter. So that doesn’t bother me. The radio burst containing the signal came from a different galaxy, which is a LONG way off. Twenty two million light years away, which means the signal took twenty two million years to get here. That’s a long, long time; that civilization is long extinct. That doesn’t bother me for the story line, either; just commenting. As I said, I’ve accepted more and enjoyed it.
Bottom line, this is a fun and well organized read. I would certainly read more from this author.
The story is well written, with good plot and character development. You can really get yourself involved with it. The plot line is a little far fetched, but honestly, I've read other good stories with even more impossible theories. I’m not convinced that a radio wave can be transformed into a solid matter virus, for example, but I did accept Star Trek’s transporter. So that doesn’t bother me. The radio burst containing the signal came from a different galaxy, which is a LONG way off. Twenty two million light years away, which means the signal took twenty two million years to get here. That’s a long, long time; that civilization is long extinct. That doesn’t bother me for the story line, either; just commenting. As I said, I’ve accepted more and enjoyed it.
Bottom line, this is a fun and well organized read. I would certainly read more from this author.
February 18, 2020
An Exceptional Novella
I thought the story was excellent. It had plenty of twists and turns and a very surprising and satisfying ending. A nice mix of science blended with fiction and shifting timelines was very effective in creating an entertaining and fast-paced story. Bravo!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
I thought the story was excellent. It had plenty of twists and turns and a very surprising and satisfying ending. A nice mix of science blended with fiction and shifting timelines was very effective in creating an entertaining and fast-paced story. Bravo!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
March 4, 2020
I won this book through a Goodreads contest and loved it!! I have been a sci-fi fan forever and I consider this very interesting. The best part was the ending; I did not see it coming and it really spooked me. You'll have to read the book to find out why. What's really scary is that this may happen some day. Who knows?
January 30, 2021
Trials and tribulations of sound
An interesting book.
From a scifi standpoint: The possibility of an alien incursion - just from listening to sounds.
Frequencies can draw people in or repel them, or in this case, make snakes get noticed.
The whole conspiracy bit did have me going for a minute.
At the end of the day, the most likely scenario is generally the right one.
An interesting book.
From a scifi standpoint: The possibility of an alien incursion - just from listening to sounds.
Frequencies can draw people in or repel them, or in this case, make snakes get noticed.
The whole conspiracy bit did have me going for a minute.
At the end of the day, the most likely scenario is generally the right one.
February 21, 2024
I received a copy of this book in a Goodreads giveaway.
Between the character descriptions that felt more like a police lineup than a novel and the generally clunky, unedited feel of the writing, I couldn't get through this. The glimmer of potential was there, but it would need a WHOLE more more polishing before I'd be willing to sit through it in its entirety. DNF.
Between the character descriptions that felt more like a police lineup than a novel and the generally clunky, unedited feel of the writing, I couldn't get through this. The glimmer of potential was there, but it would need a WHOLE more more polishing before I'd be willing to sit through it in its entirety. DNF.
April 27, 2020
A good short sci-fi alien invasion story.
I truly enjoyed this book. Something alittle different from the usual alien invasion. I love short stories, but would of enjoyed more.
Great job! Thanks for the enjoyable read.
I truly enjoyed this book. Something alittle different from the usual alien invasion. I love short stories, but would of enjoyed more.
Great job! Thanks for the enjoyable read.
February 18, 2020
Great Story!!!
I received a free copy in exchange for an unbiased review.
I received a free copy in exchange for an unbiased review.
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February 8, 2021( Format : Audiobook )
"I think E.T. just phoned home."
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"I think E.T. just phoned home."
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March 12, 2020
Good Book
Good science fiction read. It has an Imaginative twist and ending. I recommend this book for anyone who likes sci-fi.
Good science fiction read. It has an Imaginative twist and ending. I recommend this book for anyone who likes sci-fi.
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