🌐 Book Review: Chasing Rain by Brandt Legg
A turbo-charged techno-thriller where artificial intelligence, global espionage, and a billionaire idealist collide in a race to save humanity—Book 1 in the Chase Malone Thriller series.
Brandt Legg’s Chasing Rain kicks off the Chase Malone series with a gripping blend of cutting-edge technology, high-stakes action, and philosophical intrigue. With a strong Goodreads rating of 4.13/5 from nearly 900 readers, the novel is praised for its fast pacing, cinematic scope, and thought-provoking themes.
🧠 Plot Overview
Chase Malone, a Stanford-educated tech prodigy turned billionaire, has revolutionized artificial intelligence with his creation: RAIN, a sentient AI decades ahead of its time. But when he discovers that his invention is being weaponized by a powerful corporation, Chase goes rogue—determined to stop the misuse of his creation.
Meanwhile, Wen Sung, a brilliant Chinese defector, is fleeing a ruthless spy who will stop at nothing to silence her. When Chase and Wen cross paths, their fates intertwine in a globe-spanning mission to expose a conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity.
Together, they must outwit assassins, dodge surveillance, and stay one step ahead of a shadowy cabal that sees RAIN not as a tool—but as a weapon.
💬 Why Readers Love It
- Tech-Driven Suspense: The AI premise is both thrilling and timely, exploring the ethical boundaries of innovation.
- Global Stakes: From Silicon Valley to international hideouts, the story unfolds like a blockbuster thriller.
- Dynamic Duo: Chase and Wen offer a compelling mix of intellect, vulnerability, and grit.
- Philosophical Edge: The novel asks big questions about control, consciousness, and the future of human agency.
⚠️ Critiques
- Some readers felt the action occasionally overshadowed character development.
- The pacing is relentless, which may leave little room for emotional nuance.
- The tech jargon, while authentic, can be dense for those unfamiliar with AI concepts.
📣 Reader Praise
“Top-of-Stanford-class brains made him a billionaire… now he’s running for his life.” — Goodreads summary
“Find out why a million copies of Brandt Legg’s books have been sold/downloaded worldwide.” — Amazon listing
🏁 Final Verdict
Chasing Rain is a high-stakes, high-IQ thriller perfect for fans of Michael Crichton, Daniel Suarez, or Tom Clancy with a tech twist. If you enjoy stories where genius meets danger and the future hangs in the balance, this one’s a smart, adrenaline-fueled ride.
