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7th Son: Book One - Descent by J.C. Hutchins
Science Fiction
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Three weeks ago, the U.S. president was murdered by a four-year-old boy.
Today, seven men stare at each other in a locked conference room. Kidnapped and brought to this underground facility, the strangers are sitting in silence, thunderstruck. Despite minor physical differences, they all appear to be the same man, with the same name ... and the same childhood memories.
Unwitting participants in a secret human cloning experiment, these seven "John Michael Smiths" have been gathered by their creators for one reason -- to capture the mastermind behind the president's assassination.
Their target? The man they were cloned from; the original John Michael Smith, code-named John Alpha.
Soon our heroes -- John, Jack, Michael, Kilroy2.0 and the others -- realize the president's murder was merely a prologue to Alpha's plans. As the mystery deepens and the implications of Alpha's scheme are slowly revealed, the clones decide to stand against John Alpha. The outcome will unearth a conspiracy larger than they could have ever imagined.
Descent is the first novel in J.C. Hutchins' 7th Son thriller trilogy.
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By: Nveegle1
At first, the cacophony of Johns and Michaels were confusing to me. However once I worked that out -uh somewhat, I had a complete blast! JC Hutchins actually had me talking to my PDA at the characters, warning them of things lurking around the corner, danger, etc. The production and arrangement was fantastic. What struck me the most was the commraderie among the other authors of this genre. I think it wonderful the cross promotion. And if the other authors have stories as exciting and interesting as this 7th Son series is shaping up to be, then please welcome another podio fan. Awesome job JC!By: Zack Olson
7th Son is one of the most original and compelling pieces of fiction I have ever had the pleasure of reading/hearing. It kept me guessing and it never failed to keep me interested. The characters are multilayered and more likable than many characters I have encountered in fiction. 7th Son is a great mish-mash of science fiction, action, and espionage. If you are reading this review and wondering whether or not to listen to 7th Son...well, JUST LISTEN TO IT NOW!By: Sueper
HI I listened to the first book when it first came on podiobooks but when I realised it was a three parter I decided to got the lot before coming back to them. I have just started listening again, repeated book one and now well into book two. I listen at work for most of the day so I'm tearing through them lol. I'm really enjoying the story and see it as almost an action movie in the head. More seven 001's than one 007. I think it would transfer well to TV. I do however have a couple of problems. The intro and the outro. I listen using ear buds and when set to a good listening volume for the narration I find the music painfully loud. Also some of your guest readers for The Story So Far, leave a lot to be desired. On the whole though I'm really enjoying myself and have recommended the books to friends. Thank you J.C. Please keep on doing what your doing so well Sue
Chapters
| Title | Description | Date Created |
| Prologue, Chapter 1 (19.97 MB) | The U.S. president is murdered by an unlikely assassin. Some time later, seven men -- named John, Michael, Kilroy2.0, Jonathan, Fr. Thomas, Dr. Mike and Jack -- are kidnapped. | Feb 24, 2006 |
| Chapter 2 (6.32 MB) | John, one of the seven abductees, awakens in a government facility, and is locked in a large room. Soon, six other men arrive. None of these men have ever met ... but they share an uncanny resemblance to someone John knows very well. | Feb 24, 2006 |
| Chapter 3 (11.85 MB) | The men meet Dr. Kleinman and Gen. Hill, overseers of the facility. The truth is revealed, and the seven strangers' lives are forever altered. | Feb 24, 2006 |
| Chapter 4 (13.01 MB) | John, Jack and Micheal share childhood stories, to confirm Dr. Kleinman's news. The other three clones puzzle over recent events on their own. The walls begin to whisper. Fr. Thomas has a dream. | Feb 24, 2006 |
| Chapter 5 (11.02 MB) | Breakfast time. One of the "seven sons" refuses to believe Dr. Kleinman's bombshell. Kleinman begins a tour of the 7th Son facility. The descent begins. | Feb 24, 2006 |
| Chapter 6 (12.95 MB) | The clones visit their birthplace -- The Womb -- and learn its secrets, as well as the theories behind memory recording/installation (MemR/I) technology. Dr. Mike and Jack lose their cool. Jonathan loses his lunch. | Mar 25, 2006 |
| Chapter 7 (14.09 MB) | The briefing begins. The clones learn about "Code Phantom." A mysterious stranger interrupts the briefing. More is learned about John Alpha ... and how his plans transcend the assassination of the U.S. president. | Mar 25, 2006 |
| Chapter 8 (11.26 MB) | The briefing in Ops continues. The clones learn more about the early days of Project 7th Son. A secret dangerous technology is revealed, as are the motives for John Alpha's activity. | Apr 8, 2006 |
| Chapter 9 (13.33 MB) | In Washington D.C., Vice President Charles Caine visits a civilian hospital to receive a routine physical examination ... but things do not go as planned. | Apr 14, 2006 |
| Chapter 10 (12.04 MB) | Back at the 7th Son facility, the John, Kilroy2.0 and the others puzzle over the clue John Alpha left for them. The clones begin to work together for the first time. Gen. Hill reveals an unexpected hobby. A breakthrough is made. | Apr 21, 2006 |
| Chapter 11 (7.86 MB) | The clones continue to decipher the Morse Code clue. Dr. Mike takes charge. John Alpha's intentions become more clear. The second half of the clue is decoded. | Apr 30, 2006 |
| Chapter 12 (11.71 MB) | At a military base in the Russian wilderness, a former CIA agent named Doug Devlin reminisces about his past -- and his current alliance with a man the clones know very well. A much larger conspiracy is unveiled. The implications of John Alpha's plans become clearer. | May 7, 2006 |
| Chapter 13 (10.77 MB) | Back at the 7th Son facility, the Beta clones learn more about the mysterious night club in Los Angeles. Expecting the worst, they plan an attack. But not all of the Betas will be going.... | May 14, 2006 |
| Chapters 14-15 (27.6 MB) | The Beta clones finalize the plans for their cross-country trek. Gen. Hill explains the true power of Code Phantom security clearance. The clones call home, to chat with family and lovers. A secret is revealed in Jonathan's life. More mysteries surround Kilroy2.0. Fr. Thomas may be losing his mind. | May 21, 2006 |
| Chapter 16 (20.14 MB) | Fr. Thomas and the Mikes head ever westward, to California. Meanwhile back at the 7th Son facility, Jonathan, Jack, Kilroy2.0 and John attempt to understand John Alpha's scheme. A valuable clue is discovered. Research is conducted. Kilroy2.0 finds a moment to shine. | May 30, 2006 |
| Chapter 17 (16.24 MB) | The story shifts to Houston, where billionaire oil tycoon A.U. Rookman conducts a videoconference with a business associate. Rookman's legacy of corruption and greed is revealed ... as are details of his ailing health. | May 30, 2006 |
| Chapter 18 (13.24 MB) | Michael, Fr. Thomas, Dr. Mike and the 7th Son soldiers reach Los Angeles. Michael briefs his brothers on the plan of attack. After a tense ride through the streets of West Hollywood, the team arrives at Folie a Deux. The mission to stop John Alpha -- and save Dania Sheridan -- begins. | Jun 11, 2006 |
| Chapters 19-20 (12.62 MB) | At the 7th Son facility, John, Jack and Jonathan learn more about Kilroy2.0's world. A powerful benefactor lends a hand. In California, Michael, Dr. Mike and Fr. Thomas and the 7th Son soldiers invade the night club. They find Folie a Deux silent and empty. Or is it? | Jun 12, 2006 |
| Chapters 21 - 22 (12.17 MB) | John travels into the depths of the 7th Son facility for a family reunion ... and encounters an unexpected, familiar face. Kilroy2.0, Jack and Jonathan slip into the CDC's secure intranet, searching for NEPTH-charge victims. In Russia, the Devlins finally begin their first -- and final -- mission together. | Jun 20, 2006 |
| Chapter 23 (14.75 MB) | Kilroy2.0, Jack and Jonathan's search for NEPTH-charge victims leads them to a horrific CDC report that reveals another mystery. John finally meets Hugh Sheridan ... and the true nature of Project 7th Son is unveiled. | Jun 29, 2006 |
| Chapter 24 (18.72 MB) | The story returns to California ... and to the bloodbath at Folie à Deux. The clones learn about Vaporwear. Fr. Thomas and Dr. Mike are captured. John Alpha makes an appearance ... and a speech. Thomas makes a leap of faith. | Jul 5, 2006 |
| Chapter 25 (10.7 MB) | The story returns to the 7th Son facility. Jack, Kilroy2.0 and Jonathan begin to understand that John Alpha's conspiracy is much older -- and more dangerous -- than they could have ever imagined. John continues his conversation with Hugh Sheridan. The genesis of Project 7th Son is finally revealed. | Jul 14, 2006 |
| Chapter 26 (18.15 MB) | The battle concludes at Folie a Duex. | Jul 20, 2006 |
| Chapter 27 (8.92 MB) | The last chapter. Hugh Sheridan reveals a final secret to John. The clones at the 7th Son facility discover the fate of the rescue mission in California. The Beta clones' mission concludes ... or does it? | Jul 23, 2006 |
| Bonus Episode #1 (48.26 MB) | This special episode is a collaboration between J.C. Hutchins and Mark "Reigning Shogun of Taiwan" Forman. Mark asked J.C. to participate in a cool concept episode of his podcast, Getting A Leg Up. | Aug 4, 2006 |
| Bonus Episode #2 (36.42 MB) | It's the last episode in 7th Son, Book One: Descent! J.C. answers questions from listeners ... and thanks darned-near everybody for their support and encouragement. | Aug 4, 2006 |
