Empyrean - Free Science Fiction Novel

Chain reactions of nerve firings in our brains give rise to our perceptions, actions, thoughts and consciousness. There will come a time when humans will be able to scan the neural connections and synapse characteristics and produce a functionally identical electronic network – the same person with the same memories and personality – but made from silicon rather than carbon. A computer connected to this silicon brain will provide sensory input and react to motor output, producing a virtual reality, seemingly as real as our present reality.

The difference is that this new reality can be whatever we want it to be. We will choose our own bodies, ones not afflicted by pain or sickness, ugliness, ageing or death; there will be no limit to the enchanting and exciting experiences we can enjoy or the beautiful people we can enjoy them with; we will be able to satisfy all our desires and live out all our dreams and fantasies.

The prospect of such an idyllic life will entice many to opt for the conversion. What’s more, the unconverted will benefit greatly from the existence of the converted, giving them a reason not to stand in their way. But for the religious of the world – those who believe in the immortal human soul – it will be a different matter. Conflict is assured.

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