
This dramatic science fiction story is based upon an imaginative mixture of real-world facts and reasoned speculation.
A present-day, benevolent scientific organization's activities have unintentionally threatened the world. The outcome is uncertain.
The story may inspire at least three ancient questions: Why are we here? Are science and religion really that different? Are we alone in the universe?
Chapter 1. Requiem
Chapter 2. In the Beginning
Chapter 3. The Quantum Forum
Chapter 4. That is the Rubicon
Chapter 5. Alea Iacta Est
Chapter 6. The Icy Hill
Chapter 7. A Child Will Lead Them
Chapter 8. Nothing But the Truth
Chapter 9. Things in Heaven and Earth
Chapter 10. Hell is Empty
Chapter 11. All the Devils Are Here
Chapter 12. Through a Glass Darkly
Chapter 13. Somebody Must Pay
Chapter 14. Rubrum Mortem
Chapter 15. Man Down
Chapter 16. Watercolor Memories
Chapter 17. The Tempest
Chapter 18. Signs and Wonders
Chapter 19. Paris is Burning
Chapter 20. Time to Die
Chapter 21. Now Lay Me Down to Sleep
Chapter 22. Thorns and Thistles
Chapter 23. The Former Things
Chapter 24. Imago Dei
Chapter 25. Black Squares on Red
Chapter 26. Est Quod Est
Chapter 27. He Ain't Heavy
Chapter 28. Peace Be Still
Chapter 29. The New World
Chapter 30. Rise in Perfect Light
" .. I have always been fascinated by the two advertised topics. Science and religion. .. Quantum States has a take on it I found refreshing and fascinating .. I couldn't put it down."
- J
" I was a bit hesitant on the content .. even on first glance, it could be liberally mistaken for a textbook. .. I found the science to be pretty straightforward and served the story well .. I found the book to be a truly entertaining, provocative science fiction story :)"
- Brandis
My first look at the cover screamed "science" to me, and "quantum" in the title completed the initial intimidation factor .. This was not a science book. Lots of science in it but author theorizes science and religion are more alike than we tend to think .. First time I ever thought about things this way."
-S. Williams
" .. Quantum States was engaging, suspenseful, unpredictable and it made me think about what if this could really happen and the accompanying moral issues. Overall, I thought the book was a great reading experience."
- R Mitchell
"As a STEM girly myself, the science parts of the book didn't give me pause. I’m sure the author was taking some liberties for the sake of storytelling (it is fiction after all!) but I had no issues with the more fantastical and/or speculative elements. .. Bottom line at the bottom, I agree with the other reviewers that it was a fun ride. The story progressed logically and inexorably toward a conclusion that was difficult to predict in advance, and I appreciated that even at the denouement it was left open for the reader to contemtplate and decide for themselves! "
- B.
There are scientific, religious, and philosophical topics in Quantum States. Religious and philosophical topics are likely areas most people understand well.
On the other hand, quantum physics can be quite challenging. With its difficult maths, counter-intuitive concepts, and specialized jargon, it tends to intimidate us as much as it informs us.
This is not a book from which a reader learns quantum physics. Even among those with expert knowledge sometimes wrestle with ideas without consensus. This makes it difficult for learners to chose among alternative explanations.
I am not a scientist, nor do I have anything more than a conversational understanding of quantum physics. There are many other gifted people who research, practice, investigate, write about, and are really good at teaching it.
In 40 years, I have personally read hundreds of books on quantum physics. If anyone desires expert resources regarding underlying scientific principles or speculations, recommended sources are listed.
No, but It draws heavily on certain quantum physics principles. Author suggests it may be helpful to have basic familiarity with entanglement, wave-particle duality, the uncertainty principle, non-locality, and determinism.
No, It is a work of science fiction drama. Real scientific theory and achievements however are integral to the overall story.
Yes. Certain thematic elements in this book are in media development. Such items will be announced here when available.
It was written with adult (at least age 18) readers in mind. There is science-fiction violence and adult language content that is not suitable for younger (under age 18) readers.