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Quantum Dream
The clock is ticking and Nola’s time is almost up…
It is the thirty-ninth century. Humankind has been forced to escape planet Earth and settle in other new worlds across all corners of the galaxy.
Smart monkeys, enhanced dogs, and artificial brains allow for a comfortable and carefree existence, but this life of leisure and pleasure comes at a heavy price. The human race becomes atrophied and sinks into a life of delusions and idleness.
In one world, life is conducted without all the modern comforts. In this agricultural society humans grow crops in large nests, populated by genetically engineered insect. Each nest is ruled by a queen who is served by a human representative responsible for the administration of her realm.
Nola is a young woman, native of the planet, whose entire life has been devoted to this purpose.
Now, the queen of her nest is about to die, and her destiny must also herald Nola’s demise. However, other parties of whom existence she was not aware, make her an offer that is hard to refuse.
Her life may be spared, but at what cost?
It is the thirty-ninth century. Humankind has been forced to escape planet Earth and settle in other new worlds across all corners of the galaxy.
Smart monkeys, enhanced dogs, and artificial brains allow for a comfortable and carefree existence, but this life of leisure and pleasure comes at a heavy price. The human race becomes atrophied and sinks into a life of delusions and idleness.
In one world, life is conducted without all the modern comforts. In this agricultural society humans grow crops in large nests, populated by genetically engineered insect. Each nest is ruled by a queen who is served by a human representative responsible for the administration of her realm.
Nola is a young woman, native of the planet, whose entire life has been devoted to this purpose.
Now, the queen of her nest is about to die, and her destiny must also herald Nola’s demise. However, other parties of whom existence she was not aware, make her an offer that is hard to refuse.
Her life may be spared, but at what cost?
- GenresScience Fiction
361 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 17, 2019
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September 15, 2019
Fine science fiction with threads of foresight…
Israeli author Gadi Migdal is a high tech entrepreneur and financial analyst now working in Singapore. His passion is science fiction and QUANTUM DREAM is his novel publishing debut.
The science fiction genre presents challenges to writer: developing a strange world and time and place successfully with enough tangent reality/credibility to which the reader can relate is a gift. Gadi appears to have that gift – and more. He writes with eloquent prose that places his book in that upper realm of fine sci-fi literature.
In QUANTUM DREAM there is not only a well-devised fictional space, but there is more: the parameters of the novel suggest possible future apparitions or prophecies that make the novel not only entertaining to read, but also a sizeable slice of food for thought.
Gadi’s ability to sculpt ideas and places appears in the entry lines of this complex novel – ‘The she-slave was dying. Nola knew it as soon as she entered the big hall and smelled the tang of mold. It was a different smell from the scent of flowers that usually prevailed. The smell of birth and creativity was replaced with the stench of death and stagnation. The she-slave was having difficulty moving her large body. Her color was darker than usual, and she did not touch the food that the helpers brought her. “When did she lay her last batch?” Nola asked one of the helpers. “More than seven hours ago, Your Honor,” transmitted the helper in obvious distress. Nola felt the start of an anxiety attack coming on but promptly suppressed it. A good coordinator always has control of herself. She hesitated for a moment and then, for the first time in years, tried to communicate with the she-slave. “Ma’am, are you feeling alright? Can I help you with anything?” she transmitted to the she-slave. As always, she received no response. Without a word, Nola turned and left the hall, to the terrace of the egg-laying floor. The cluster sprawled far in the direction of the light from above, its vast gardens disappearing beyond her line of vision….’ Curiosity aroused, the adventure begins.
The provided synopsis is excellent – ‘It is the thirty-ninth century. Humankind has been forced to escape planet Earth and settle in other new worlds across all corners of the galaxy. Smart monkeys, enhanced dogs, and artificial brains allow for a comfortable and carefree existence, but this life of leisure and pleasure comes at a heavy price. The human race becomes atrophied and sinks into a life of delusions and idleness. In one world, life is conducted without all the modern comforts. In this agricultural society humans grow crops in large nests, populated by genetically engineered insect. Each nest is ruled by a queen who is served by a human representative responsible for the administration of her realm. Nola is a young woman, native of the planet, whose entire life has been devoted to this purpose. Now, the queen of her nest is about to die, and her destiny must also herald Nola’s demise. However, other parties of whom existence she was not aware, make her an offer that is hard to refuse. Her life may be spared, but at what cost?’
It appears obvious that Gadi Migdal is well on his way to finding success as an author. Accompany him! Recommended.
Israeli author Gadi Migdal is a high tech entrepreneur and financial analyst now working in Singapore. His passion is science fiction and QUANTUM DREAM is his novel publishing debut.
The science fiction genre presents challenges to writer: developing a strange world and time and place successfully with enough tangent reality/credibility to which the reader can relate is a gift. Gadi appears to have that gift – and more. He writes with eloquent prose that places his book in that upper realm of fine sci-fi literature.
In QUANTUM DREAM there is not only a well-devised fictional space, but there is more: the parameters of the novel suggest possible future apparitions or prophecies that make the novel not only entertaining to read, but also a sizeable slice of food for thought.
Gadi’s ability to sculpt ideas and places appears in the entry lines of this complex novel – ‘The she-slave was dying. Nola knew it as soon as she entered the big hall and smelled the tang of mold. It was a different smell from the scent of flowers that usually prevailed. The smell of birth and creativity was replaced with the stench of death and stagnation. The she-slave was having difficulty moving her large body. Her color was darker than usual, and she did not touch the food that the helpers brought her. “When did she lay her last batch?” Nola asked one of the helpers. “More than seven hours ago, Your Honor,” transmitted the helper in obvious distress. Nola felt the start of an anxiety attack coming on but promptly suppressed it. A good coordinator always has control of herself. She hesitated for a moment and then, for the first time in years, tried to communicate with the she-slave. “Ma’am, are you feeling alright? Can I help you with anything?” she transmitted to the she-slave. As always, she received no response. Without a word, Nola turned and left the hall, to the terrace of the egg-laying floor. The cluster sprawled far in the direction of the light from above, its vast gardens disappearing beyond her line of vision….’ Curiosity aroused, the adventure begins.
The provided synopsis is excellent – ‘It is the thirty-ninth century. Humankind has been forced to escape planet Earth and settle in other new worlds across all corners of the galaxy. Smart monkeys, enhanced dogs, and artificial brains allow for a comfortable and carefree existence, but this life of leisure and pleasure comes at a heavy price. The human race becomes atrophied and sinks into a life of delusions and idleness. In one world, life is conducted without all the modern comforts. In this agricultural society humans grow crops in large nests, populated by genetically engineered insect. Each nest is ruled by a queen who is served by a human representative responsible for the administration of her realm. Nola is a young woman, native of the planet, whose entire life has been devoted to this purpose. Now, the queen of her nest is about to die, and her destiny must also herald Nola’s demise. However, other parties of whom existence she was not aware, make her an offer that is hard to refuse. Her life may be spared, but at what cost?’
It appears obvious that Gadi Migdal is well on his way to finding success as an author. Accompany him! Recommended.
November 26, 2019
Quantum Dream is a very intriguing story. Tied into each other through an epic adventure with scifi, action and a mission to get humanity back on it's sleepy feet. I loved the main characters and minor characters. Each had their role in the story. Though it may of dragged in some places, but that is to be expected with a complex story like this. I was not disappointed in reading this. Even it it took longer than normal for me to read.
The Whole has a mission for Nola. Can she do the mission without fear, of all the possibilities that she can think of happen to her and her crew. And what of leaving behind the only planet she has known all her life.
The Whole has a mission for Nola. Can she do the mission without fear, of all the possibilities that she can think of happen to her and her crew. And what of leaving behind the only planet she has known all her life.
September 20, 2024
Good story telling!
Five stars for a first novel by a new writer, although the story has some drawbacks for my taste, like the despot, which made himself a divinity, but I supposed the author deemed it necessary to drive his point; nonetheless, I found the science and the plot right up my alley. I'm not much into literature that deals with people suffering some sort of existential crisis but in this one the author managed to sneak it up on me and I didn't mind it since it was done in a clever way. I will keep an eye open for what this author comes up next.
Five stars for a first novel by a new writer, although the story has some drawbacks for my taste, like the despot, which made himself a divinity, but I supposed the author deemed it necessary to drive his point; nonetheless, I found the science and the plot right up my alley. I'm not much into literature that deals with people suffering some sort of existential crisis but in this one the author managed to sneak it up on me and I didn't mind it since it was done in a clever way. I will keep an eye open for what this author comes up next.
November 22, 2019
Unusual
I chose five star because I thought on the whole it was written very well. There were a few spots that would drag, but not many. The story idea was original for me. I really didn't know where it was heading at all. There were some good twists that weren't expected. I put the book in my 'pretty good' category, which is my best category.
I chose five star because I thought on the whole it was written very well. There were a few spots that would drag, but not many. The story idea was original for me. I really didn't know where it was heading at all. There were some good twists that weren't expected. I put the book in my 'pretty good' category, which is my best category.
November 16, 2019
it was good.. im not big into scifi and a lot of this wasnt my thing to be honest.. however it was well written and for those that are into this genre im sure it is really interesting. for me not as much but the writing was really good.. the characters are engaging. so i would recommend it
November 22, 2020
Nice twist on the end of humanity and fight to stop it 4.25
Humanity is going out with a whimper not a bang. This is a completely non military story. Occasionally, it wanders between differing viewpoints too much. But mostly it is a very imaginative look at how humanity might lose its way and how to redeem itself.
Humanity is going out with a whimper not a bang. This is a completely non military story. Occasionally, it wanders between differing viewpoints too much. But mostly it is a very imaginative look at how humanity might lose its way and how to redeem itself.
October 4, 2023
A GOOD YARN, COMPLEX WORLD BUILDING, WELL WRITTEN
Such a new proposition, with multiple subthemes. Characters well written. Multiple perspectives handled nicely.
I want more from this author.
Such a new proposition, with multiple subthemes. Characters well written. Multiple perspectives handled nicely.
I want more from this author.
February 19, 2021
Interesting and different idea for a story. Good Read.
January 8, 2020
Not a favorite
I had really mixed feelings about this story. I liked the idea behind the story, but found the characters rather two dimensional. I found the shift in chapters and the jumping around to be really confusing, although some of that might have been due to the kindle formatting.
I had really mixed feelings about this story. I liked the idea behind the story, but found the characters rather two dimensional. I found the shift in chapters and the jumping around to be really confusing, although some of that might have been due to the kindle formatting.
January 7, 2020
Less than half-way though it but beginning to enjoy it more. I usually read before bed and think I'll read a little more each night.
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