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Imagine two particles—separated by galaxies—reacting to each other in perfect synchrony. No time delay. No signal. Just connection.

That’s quantum entanglement.
And it’s not just theoretical—it’s emotional.

When I wrote The Silent Signal, I kept returning to this question:
What if memory itself could stretch across stars?
What if the planet you're standing on remembers you—even before you arrive?

In the novel, the crew of the Odyssey Dawn aren't just chasing a mystery signal. They're uncovering a truth that defies physics. A world that’s aware. A consciousness entangled with our own. And a voice that was never truly lost.

If you’re drawn to stories where science meets mystery, and where space is not as empty as it seems… I think you’ll enjoy this one.

The Silent Signal is available now on Amazon. I'd love to hear your thoughts if you’ve read it.

When I started writing The Silent Signal, I didn’t expect the question to get so big so quickly.

What began as a speculative mystery — a rogue transmission from space, a team struggling to decipher it — turned into something deeper. A reflection on human connection, memory, and how we cope when the rules of reality start to shift.

The idea that silence might carry meaning — or judgment — really stuck with me. And watching Elandra’s journey unfold, I found myself wrestling with the same question as the characters: What would it take to truly deserve a second chance as a species?

This book is for readers who enjoy tension wrapped in philosophy, and big questions wrapped in intimate moments.

Thank you for reading. And if the silence ever calls to you — maybe listen closely.

Sometimes a story comes from imagination. Sometimes, it feels like the story was waiting for you — buried just beneath the surface of your own life, asking to be uncovered.

The Neighbours Next Door began with a simple question: How well do we really know the people we live beside? But as I followed Alexander Kane into the heart of this mystery — surveillance rooms, encrypted files, quiet betrayals — it became clear the novel wasn’t just about secrets. It was about time. About fate. About the consequences that never quite fade, no matter how pristine the lawns or quiet the cul-de-sac.

If you’ve read it, I’d love to hear what lingered with you the most.
If you haven’t yet — maybe just check the house next door before you do.

The Neighbours Next Door is getting love from early readers — and I couldn’t be more grateful for the support.

Two thoughtful 5-star reviews just landed on Goodreads, and they capture exactly what I hoped this story would evoke:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A riveting domestic suspense novel… where ordinary lives conceal chilling secrets. Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty or Shari Lapena.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Reminded me of Gone Girl or The Couple Next Door. Claustrophobic in the best way.”

If you enjoy slow-burn thrillers with psychological twists and a sense of creeping paranoia, NND might be your next weekend binge.

Check it out: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

And if you've already read it — I'd love to hear your thoughts. Every review helps, and every reader means the world to an indie author.

I just received one of the most thoughtful 5-star reviews for The Silent Signal — and honestly, it left me a little floored.

“The Silent Signal isn’t just a first-contact story — it’s a mirror turned inward, asking what it means to know, to remember, and to be.”
— Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

From the very beginning, I wanted The Silent Signal to be more than a sci-fi story. Yes, it’s about a mysterious planet, a mission gone sideways, and the secrets of memory and consciousness — but it’s also about what happens when we face the unknown within ourselves.

This reader captured that beautifully.

Here’s more of what they said:

“The planet feels quiet in a way that isn’t peaceful, but watchful... What really sets this book apart is how it plays with perception and memory. The crew’s fractured experiences feel like a philosophical experiment.”

If you enjoy science fiction with emotional depth — stories that echo Annihilation, Solaris, or Arrival — this might be your next read.

📘 The Silent Signal is available now:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

To everyone who’s read it (and especially those who’ve reviewed it) — thank you. Your feedback is what keeps indie authors going.

I’m thrilled to see two new 5-star reviews just came in for The Neighbours Next Door!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A riveting domestic suspense novel… where ordinary lives conceal chilling secrets.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Reminded me of Gone Girl or The Couple Next Door — but it definitely stands on its own.”

If you enjoy slow-burn thrillers, psychological twists, and unreliable neighbours, this one’s for you.

📘 Read or review it here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Thank you to everyone who’s supported this book — I truly appreciate every read and every review. 🙏

#domesticthriller #psychologicalsuspense #newrelease

“The signal wasn’t asking for help. It was calling someone home.”

This line from The Silent Signal gave me chills the moment I wrote it—and became a turning point in the entire story.

I often ask myself: What if a planet could remember us better than we remember ourselves?

If you're curious, the book is still just $0.99:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FBL1KKWT

— Paul De Matteo

I’ve always been fascinated by memory—not just what we recall, but how we’re remembered.

When I started writing The Silent Signal, the idea wasn’t just about deep space exploration. It was about what would happen if a planet could store consciousness… and didn’t want to let go. What if you arrived somewhere new, and it already knew everything about you?

That idea shaped the entire novel: a sentient world, a missing astronaut, and a crew trying to understand the difference between memory and identity. It’s part thriller, part mystery, and part meditation on what we leave behind when we go searching for something more.

If you’ve ever read a book like Annihilation or Solaris, you know the kind of eerie, quiet awe I’m talking about. That’s the feeling I tried to capture—something unsettling but meaningful.

📖 The Silent Signal is now live on Goodreads if you’d like to mark it as "Want to Read."
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

And if you’ve read it, I’d love to hear your thoughts: What do you think makes us who we are—our memories, or how others remember us?