Blog Archives
Dark Energy
The God Frequency follows a brilliant engineer and ham radio operator who teams up with a geophysicist student and together, they discover a singular frequency that seems to defy the laws of physics. What inspired the setup of your story?
My entire adulthood, I have been fascinated by things that can’t be seen but can be measured. This led me into nuclear power operations, electrical generation, and eventually into electrical grid transmission operations. At some point along the way, radios also caught my eye. It is utilitarian technology that people from all walks of life use, and not often with much thought about how they work. In the military, I was formally taught how Enhanced Digital Access Control systems work, which are predominantly used by first responders. Later in life, I garnered an interest and gained licensure as an amateur “ham” radio operator. In this endeavor, I found that amateur radio is seldom a topic in mainstream pop culture. My intent with The God Frequency is to inject amateur radio into the mainstream, if but just a sliver, in what I hope is an interesting story that might spark a newfound interest for one or more of my readers.
I found the science in the novel to be well-developed. What kind of research did you do to make sure you got it all right?
I consider myself a lifelong learner. During my career, I studied electrical theory in the military, mechanical engineering in college, and nuclear power theory both in the military and at a corporate training facility. I self-studied and earned a Reliability Coordinator System Operator certification from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. As I mentioned previously, I self-studied and gained an “extra class” amateur radio operator license from the Federal Communications Commission. This required passing three exams, one for each level of operator, each with its own privileges on the amateur radio bands. Another personal interest of mine is Astronomy and Astrophysics. Last year, I signed up for an online Astrophysics program on edX provided by Australian National University. This is basically their first-year program for freshman astrophysics majors. The program, consisting of four courses, was led by two professors, one of which was Brian Schmidt who, along with two other astronomers, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2011 for research showing the accelerating expansion of the universe due to dark energy. This was absolutely fascinating to me and a topic that should be more commonplace in the general knowledge of humankind. The course is provided for free online, or for a fee if you’d like a course certificate, but if interested, you should sign up soon. It is being retired. The last date to enroll is December 31, 2024. For my own lifelong learning, after attending a week-long course and passing a two-hour exam, I recently became a Certified Reliability Leader.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
An underlying theme in this story was to pursue passions in your own way with a healthy curiosity, in spite of institutional norms. This story focused on the uncanny radio frequency discovered by an experimental amateur radio operator. As the story played out, I wanted to weave together concepts of two interests of mine, amateur radio and physics, in order to tell an interesting story, but most importantly to make it make sense. If I achieved that, I consider it a success. Two specific amazing concepts that I wanted to incorporate were high frequency radio wave propagation through the ionosphere and the accelerating expansion of the universe caused by dark energy.
Is this the first book in the series? If so, when is the next book coming out, and what can your fans expect in the next story?
I do not have plans at this time to create a series from The God Frequency; However, I am working on another book within the same genre. I expect a publish date in early to mid-2025. As for The God Frequency, an audiobook version will coming out in the next few months.
Author Links: GoodReads | Facebook | Website | Amazon
The trio decides to unveil their findings to the world through a TED talk, where Dr. Sullivan dubs their discovery “the God frequency” for its apparent omnipotence, igniting a media frenzy and capturing the attention of government entities wary of the implications. In response, the government confiscates Antwan’s transceivers and begins the process of regulating the newfound frequency anomaly and technologies to access it under the jurisdiction of the Federal Communications Commission
Unbeknownst to Dr. Sullivan, the God frequency has attracted interest beyond scientific circles. A foreign agent intent on obtaining the frequency and an extremist with a dangerous vendetta separately take up pursuit. As the two threats converge, chaos ensues with Dr. Sullivan at the center. Just as tensions rise and intentions clash, a vigilant government agent is compelled to spring into action.
The God Frequency
The God Frequency by Douglas Hemme pulses with energy, blending science fiction and high-octane action in a story that grips and entertains. Antwan, a passionate ham radio operator, makes an electrifying discovery: technology that taps into a frequency beyond the known laws of physics. Fascinated and eager, he pulls geophysics student Lauren into his orbit, soon joined by radio astronomer Dr. Daniel Sullivan. Dr. Sullivan names this breakthrough “The God Frequency,” setting off a storm of interest and danger. As shadowy forces race to seize control of this powerful technology, the stakes are clear: in the wrong hands, The God Frequency could spell catastrophe for humanity. Antwan, Lauren, and Dr. Sullivan, aided by an unlikely ally, must prevent that from happening.
Hemme crafts a narrative that seamlessly intertwines scientific intrigue with adrenaline-fueled suspense, evoking the feel of Michael Crichton’s novels or the nail-biting intensity of the Mission Impossible films. The pseudo-scientific concepts, pivotal to the plot, are presented in an accessible and engaging way. Hemme’s skill lies in his ability to simplify complex ideas without sacrificing the story’s pace or excitement, allowing readers of all backgrounds to grasp the mysteries of The God Frequency. Yet, as crucial as the technology is, it serves more as a catalyst for the relentless action that dominates the novel’s latter half. Antwan’s invention, while scientifically intriguing, becomes a springboard for Hemme’s pulse-pounding sequences, where extremists, spies, and foreign operatives close in. The author expertly orchestrates these moments, painting scenes with cinematic clarity and infusing each confrontation with snappy dialogue and palpable tension. As the action escalates, Hemme keeps readers on edge with cleverly executed twists and a cast of well-defined characters whose motivations and growth keep the story grounded. The chemistry between Antwan, Lauren, and Dr. Sullivan makes their fight to protect the technology feel both urgent and personal. Their journey is as thrilling as the stakes they face, each scene crackling with energy and suspense.
In the end, The God Frequency stands as an exhilarating sci-fi adventure, perfectly suited for fans craving a mix of speculative science and heart-racing action. Hemme leaves readers hopeful for more stories set in this vibrant, danger-filled universe.
Pages: 181 | ASIN : B0DF1B3RS8
LITERARY TITAN 