Summary of Limitless

Limitless is a science fiction novel by Alan Glynn that follows the story of Eddie Spinola, a struggling New York writer who discovers a mysterious pill called NZT-48 that allows him to access the full capacity of his brain and become the smartest person in the world. After taking the pill, Eddie quickly rises to power and gains immense wealth, but his newfound abilities come with a steep price. Eddie must dodge the FBI, ruthless mobsters, and shadowy government agencies that are all after the source of his newfound abilities. All the while, Eddie must grapple with the moral implications of his newfound power and decide whether he will use it for good or evil.