The ad campaign promised that neural implants would allow new skills to be downloaded almost instantly, that one could learn a new language overnight, or even take a virtual vacation from the comfort of their own home.The propaganda failed to mention the searing headaches, the random misfiring of various bodily functions, or the occasional creation of newfound abilities. Further testing was clearly required.Jacob Dane's third strike lands him a life sentence, until a controversial prison rehab program gives him one more shot at redemption. As he attempts to build his new life on the streets of Chicago, Jacob is afforded an opportunity, one which resides in the grey area between legality and sending him back to prison.
Haven and Hope : Dark Mercury, Volume 1