A Quantum Alibi

by Liam Fialkov

When the FBI arrested Professor Eldridge for the murder of his archrival, they relied primarily on eyewitnesses’ accounts and a security camera. The professor had been on the other side of the country when the crime took place, where he gave a lecture to hundreds of students. Or was he?
Did he use the laws of nature to commit an impossible homicide?

“Superbly written, well-rounded characters and a riveting storyline filled with twists and turns.”
- Readers’ Favorite®

“An intelligent crime drama, thoughtful and complex.”
– Kirkus Reviews

A revered Native American healer and shaman trains his only grandson, Cheveyo, to follow in his footsteps. Cheveyo is a curious boy who is on a quest for his life’s purpose. After high school, Cheveyo goes to the university, and that’s where he experiences the promises, depths, and risks of love.

“A Quantum Alibi delivers a torrent of surprises as the narrative ventures into unexpected territory. But thanks to Fialkov’s uncommon gift for plot and just enough information about quantum theory, readers won’t require a leap of faith to enjoy the stunning conclusion.”
- Best Thrillers

Delving deeply into the clues, Michael, an investigative journalism teacher, is stumped by the paradoxical footage of the accused man at the scene of the homicide.
Can Michael discover the truth before more people die?

“A captivating tale that blends murder, mystery, and legal thriller into one explosive piece of entertainment.”
- Readers’ Favorite®

Carefully crafted and deeply absorbing, Liam Falkov’s genre-bending novel blends the taut, page-turning nature of a legal thriller with a moving coming-of-age story. As two seemingly unconnected narratives surge closer and closer together, their inevitable intertwining leads to a searing conclusion you won’t expect.

“Fialkov has created an exciting new entry that will broadly appeal to fans of murder mysteries, science fiction and legal thrillers.”
- Best Thrillers.

“Filled with mysteries that any reader would be eager to uncover. This crime fiction deserves a perfect rating because it is educative, intriguing and engaging.”
- Online Book Club, Official Review.

A Quantum Alibi is an original and timely novel. Defying classification in a particular genre, Fialkov blurs the line of science and reality throughout this fast-paced tale. There are bursts of snappy dialogue, thought-provoking themes, and unexpected plot twists, making this an enjoyable read."
- Self-Publishing Review

“An engrossing scientific thriller that challenges metaphysical orthodoxy. Fialkov offers a tantalizing interpretation of scientific possibility, one that stretches the ordinary categories of understanding.”
– Kirkus Reviews

If you like captivating characters, sensational surprises, and inspiring storylines, then you’ll love Liam Fialkov’s imaginative enigma.

Genres: Fiction

345 pages, ebook

First published February 12, 2021

Reviews

[Michelle Medhat · Rating 5 out of 5]

An astonishing, powerful and very clever story that held me captivated

From the very beginning, the title The Quantum Alibi captured my attention. I have a personal interest in all things quantum, having read Brian Greene, David Penrose and Carlo Rovelli at length, as well as having studied quantum mechanics. Within a few pages of Mr Fialkov’s book I was not disappointed by my choice. The story held me captured with its central premise and fascinating characters.

Professor Patrick Eldridge, a quantum physicist with film star features and star reputation that extends beyond the lecture halls of Columbia University, proclaims that he will travel to another reality – a quantum reality – and will thus, be in two places at the exact same time. A demonstration of pure quantum entanglement, when a particle takes two positions at once will be made by the eminent professor. Such a fascinating idea, but just how will the charismatic Eldridge achieve such a feat? In the lecture to three hundred eager-eyed students, he claims that ‘he can speak for hours but what better way for you to understand than to show you.’ The professor’s demonstration would be concluded the next day, giving irrefutable proof of the power of quantum mechanics and its previously regarded mysticism will be evidenced.

What follows is an astonishing story that blends quantum mechanics with a gripping murder mystery, a legal drama and a Native American Indian family story that tugs at your heartstrings and makes you question what you know about reality. The shamanism and environmental elements bringing in Mother Earth are perfectly timed, and encapsulate to form a book that can’t be put down.

It’s not giving away any spoilers to say that Eldridge is quickly arrested for the murder of his rival, Stanford University professor Frank Singleton, after having been caught live on camera entering the Singleton’s house minutes before the professor’s death. But there’s a catch. Eldridge was apparently in New York at the time, with his tv news anchor celebrity fiancée Nancy Whitfield. So how could he be caught on camera thousands of miles away in Palo Alto, California?

Eldridge’s alibi is quantum mechanics – hence the book’s title. He entered the quantum realm, and gained a form of superposition, being in multiple places at the same time, or as Einstein termed quantum entanglement as ‘spooky action at a distance’. Of course, such an alibi is fraught with a degree of flakiness, and despite the massive media attention that claims a world’s first ‘quantum travel experiment’, Eldridge’s defense lead by Vincent Pierce seek to find the truth behind the murder, and thus a suitable defense for Eldridge that is more than quantum mysticism. The prosecution, lead by James Dorsey is of the same opinion when it comes to the ‘quantum travel’ aspect, and looks for evidence by the more earthly example of travel – that of by private plane. Dorsey makes the claim that Eldridge somehow secured a quick flight to Palo Alto, arrived at the Singleton’s residence and murdered the professor. The fact that Eldridge’s name can’t be found on any passenger manifest nor private plane booking doesn’t dissuade the prosecution. The defense profess that camera’s can be tampered with, timestamps can be forged, and film can be doctored, not easy but not impossible. The prosecution are unwavering their stoic delivery of Eldridge’s guilt bolstered by Rosemary Singleton, the dead professor’s wife who testifies under oath that Eldridge was there, spoke to her and he definitely murdered her husband. Throughout the trial, Eldridge is unmoved, focusing on his complex mathematical calculations, appearing unaffected by the almost certain proposition of spending the rest of his life in jail.

Eldridge is a really interesting character, and I knew as I read, that he was aware of much more than he was prepared to tell in his defense. Mr Fialkov’s storytelling is superb, taking the reader down lanes of defense. A range of possibilities abound as Pierce, the defense attorney starts to cross-question witnesses. Then, the book introduces investigator Stewart MacPherson, a very deep thinker who has a theory about what really happened. But he needs the help of Michael, an academic and investigative journalist, who has a sharp, shrewd mind and notices things most people don’t. Between them, they focus on threads of discovery that at first seem totally disconnected, but in the words of Grandpa Qaletaqa…”we are connected.”

And that leads into another part of the story, as the author blends in the whole backstory of Qaletaqa’s grandson, Cheveyo into the central plotline. Cheveyo is a wonderful character, whom I warmed to, and became invested in him and his journey. A diligent scholar who turned into a brilliant doctor, as well as a caring, loving son and grandson. The ingenious and emotive writing of Mr Fialkov brought tears to my eyes, and I must say, the part of the book which depicted the Native American Indian life of the Hopi Tribe was very enthralling, and something I enjoyed learning about.

Grandpa Qaletaqa is an extraordinary individual. A healer and shaman, who by every action, every word, the reader knows without doubt that he has experienced other worlds or realities beyond human perception. The beauty of Mr Fialkov’s writing is that he connects the Hopi Tribe’s mystical practices within the firm grounding of quantum mechanics, thus melding the two plotlines seamlessly.

The denouement of this incredible book is surprising and one that works so very well. I just loved The Quantum Alibi and I can’t recommend it high enough to those who like some a bit different in their legal courtroom dramas and murder mystery stories.

[Billy Buttons · Rating 4 out of 5]

This audiobook was entered in our book awards. This is what our listeners thought:
Title: A Quantum Alibi
Author: Liam Fialkov
Narrator: Dick Daleki

Star Rating: 4 Stars
Number of Listeners: 8
Stats
Narrator Performance: 5/10
Writing Style: 8/10
Content/Plot: 9/10
Cover: 5/5
Sound Quality / Music / Sound Effects: 4/5

Of the 8 listeners:
8 would listen to another book by this author.
3 would listen to another book narrated by this performer.
8 thought the cover was good or excellent.
7 felt it was easy to follow.
7 would recommend this audiobook to another listener to try.
Of all the listeners, 4 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’.
Of all the readers, 2 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘developing the characters’.
Of all the readers, 2 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’.
8 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
8 thought the author understood the listeners and what they wanted.
3 thought the narrator understood the listeners and what they wanted.

Listeners’ Comments
“Such a compelling mystery – could the suspect be there AND there at the same time!? I liked how the author kept a strong pace and also kept the mystery a mystery till the end. Almost a techno-thriller but still with strong character development. I suspect most ‘thriller’ readers (and listeners) will find this AUDIOBOOK compelling.” Male listener, aged 32
“Enjoyed this on the way to work over a week. Got into it by Wednesday. It’s actually pretty in depth and complex in terms of physics and time/space, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The narrator also did a good job; he’s not what I’d call ‘enthusiastic’, but he’s very ‘solid’ sounding.” Male listener, aged 51
“An intricate thriller with legal and sci-fi elements. The narrator lacked oomph, but I enjoyed the story. I think I’d enjoy it more as a physical copy. It all gets a bit too technical in parts, but the characters are also interesting and cool to get to know. I think techno-thriller lovers will find this novel fascinating; for example, readers who enjoyed The Martian. But if you like a cosy mystery/thriller, then probably not for you.” Female listener, aged 66
“As the title suggests, there’s a lot of quantum physics in this well-written, suspense-filled murder/mystery. With a powerful, shocking ending, this thought-provoking novel will go down well with many readers. Narrator – okay, a bit old sounding I thought – needs a narrator with fire in the belly.” Female listener, aged 60

To Sum It Up:
‘A complex, highly addictive murder/mystery. A FINALIST and highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf

[Adam E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A crowd of college students gather in an auditorium at Columbia University to hear Professor Patrick Eldridge give a speech on quantum mechanics.  Eldridge has alternative theoriea on the subject and has gained lots of attention recently.  He also has critics who disagree with his theories.  Professor Singleton from Stanford University is one of his most vocal opponents.
     "To evolve, we must learn to change our perspectives.", Eldridge tells his captive audience.  He ends his speech by claiming that he has made a breakthrough and has the ability to be in two locations simultaneously and plans to prove this the next day.
     The next morning, the FBI arrive at the apartment in New York where Eldridge is staying and arrest him for the murder of Professor Singleton in Palo Alto, California the night before. His girlfriend, Nancy Whitfield, insists that Eldridge was with her the entire night and that he did not have time to travel to California to commit the crime.
     A very high profile murder trial takes place in Palo Alto soon after Eldridge's arrest.  The prosecution tries to prove Eldridge murdered Professor Singleton who was his professional rival.
     During the trail, journalist Stewart McPherson and his friend Michael do some investigating into Eldridge's past.  McPherson learns that Professor Eldridge had a twin brother names Ron who passed away recently.  Michael is sent to the east coast to find out about Ron Eldridge and his relationship with Patrick and discovers that Ron had a relationship with a Native American woman from the Hopi tribe.
     The circumstances of Singleton's murder seem to be pointing towards Eldridge, but how waa he able to commit the crime and return to New York so quickly?
     The mystery deepens as the trial and the investigation intertwine in this unique story.  The author has a talent for drawing readers into a story of a murder trail, quantum mechanics and a connection to a Native American tribe.

[Cair-Paravel Emyth Brenn De Luney Morrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Surprise Every Step of the Way

A Quantum Alibi was a bit of a surprise to me. I have read other work by him and enjoyed it, but this one presented differently. It took me a moment to realise that he also wrote The Newton Code. I think I liked this one even more.

It is pretty neat to see the story being woven along the way. It has elements of mysticism, legal drama, murder and science fiction, all without revealing the final details until the very end. The suspense builds and when the final crescendo plays out, all is in its proper place and position. I really like his ability to keep it a surprise till the end. So many books I read, I often guess the ending before it arrives. 

It also reminded me of the Jim Chee mystery series by Tony Hillerman. It is a Hopi character instead of the Navajo setting, but it has a very similar feel and flavour to the story. It is well done and does not feel, to me, to be kitschy in any way. 

As for the science fiction element, it is a neat little twist that initially drew me to the story. While I love living here on this beautiful planet, stories are boundless and even space is not the final frontier. A person who reads travels infinitely with endless destinations possible. That is the excitement of stories. 

I know that whatever he has next in mind will be a new adventure, but this little outing was intriguing. What he has next only promises to be even more so.

I am volunteering an honest review for the benefit of others.

[Moná · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many people have moments in their life where they wish they could be at least at two places at once, the dream. What if that dream is a possibility based on a certain science, would people consider that option as their reality? To have the ability to be in multiple places at once would save a lot of hassle because they would have the advantage of spreading their time amongst others.

In "A Quantum Alibi," author L. A. Thompson we learn about quantum physics and how we're not living alone. The multiple realms of realities indeed exist, whether people choose to believe it or not. We're introduced to Patrick Eldridge, a quantum physicist lecturing a college class with hints about a project demonstration that he would soon reveal revolving around his studies. Unfortunately, his science colleague and rival, Frank Singleton, was killed and they're making Patrick the main suspect of this case. Although he was spending quality time with a female companion, the evidence shows that it might be possible he was in two places at once, but unsure of what to make of it.

I enjoyed reading about quantum physics and learning about the many realities we have, which is more surprising than not. It instantly made me think of what it would be like to be at another location at the same time, I'm sure I would be able to get more work done and even experience more things in life. I highly recommend this book to everyone, it's a page-turner leaving you at the edge of your seat wanting to know what happens next.

[Mrs. Varela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is a fascinating mystery thriller with intertwining plots. The story opens in a Columbia University classroom where famed mathematician Professor Patrick Eldridge is giving a lecture on something called quantum mechanics. During his lecture, he tells his students that he will soon appear in two separate places at the same time. The following morning, he is arrested for the murder of a colleague who also happens to be his nemesis. Curiously, the murder took place on the West Coast while Professor Eldridge was on the East Coast with witnesses to prove it. Nonetheless, the police are convinced that he is the killer.

Miles away in Oregon, a boy named Cheveyo learns the principles and practices of the Hopi Native American tribe’s shamanism under the tutelage of his grandfather who is a highly respected medicine man. As I read about this boy’s life, I became more intrigued with the book and wondered how his story connected to the opening storyline. Another great plotline includes a journalism professor who is contacted by his mentor who has his own theory about Professor Eldridge’s circumstances.

Fialkov created believable characters and relationships which made the story even more enjoyable. As each detail was revealed, my desire to know what would happen next increased. Although I am not interested in the science behind quantum mechanics, I did like learning about it and the traditional practices of the Hopi tribe. I look forward to reading the author’s earlier books that include some of the characters from Quantum Alibi.

[Rayanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quantum Alibi

What an incredible story teller! This book is so captivating and keeps you turning pages with the characters and events . When a famous professor is accused of killing his colleague after he teaches a class on quantum mechanics, it’s his lawyers job to prove his innocence. A journalist and his mentor are also trying to find out who did the killing. When two more people are killed they soon realize that it can’t be the professor who has been in jail. Michael the journalist on a hunch from his mentor travel across the country to interview a Hopi Indian shaman and his daughter, his journey brings him to a place in Oregon where they live a very humble life. He comes to question them and is greeted by the shamans daughter who tells him that her dad had a vision of him coming and that they should answer his questions. He is told they will answer all his questions after a celebration they are having that evening. That is when he will meet the grandson and get all his questions answered about what they know about the trial and the professor. The story they tell him is one that has many threads and weaves all the characters together, Cheveyo confess to the murders and tells Michael that he is the professors twin, his mom switched him at birth with another woman’s child. He tells how he and his brother concocted the plans and would take the fall for each other. Michael must decide if he is going to turn them in or let them go, thinking that they are somewhat justified in what they did he lets them go on to live their lives. Great story!

[Wendy Beckman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is a great read. At first, I thought the book was going to focus on quantum mechanics and Professor Patrick Eldridge. I resigned myself to resurrect whatever I remembered from college physics classes.

Luckily, I was wrong.

Eldridge is a catalyst in the story, but he is not the central character. I ended reading the book hoping that more would be written about Michael and McPherson, whom I had "cleverly" decided would make the good start for a series. Then I saw this on the last page: "The protagonists, Michael and McPherson, were introduced in my novel 'The Broadcast' and further developed in 'The Newton Code.' Reading these novels is not essential to the understanding and enjoyment of this book, which could be read as a standalone. – Liam Fialkov"

The book is a mystery starting with a murder and a trial, as many good mystery books do. Professor Eldridge declares he will prove that it is possible for someone to be more than one place at the same time. Then he seems to accomplish that...but unfortunately a murder is committed in one of the two places he's in.

Along the way in this book, I read about fracking, the Hopi Nation, power animals, pollution, and mining. The only thing that I vaguely didn't like was the jumps in time. Sometimes an hour would take 10 pages to describe, but 11 years pass in one sentence. I can see why Fialkov did it that way, but it was jarring.

Nevertheless, I highly recommend this book to mystery lovers, tree huggers, and science nerds (like me).

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome story

A Quantum Alibi is a mystery thriller novel in which Professor Patrick Elridge claims to have made a drastic breakthrough in the field of quantum mechanics. He claims he can be in two places at once. How can this be though?

Then a murder takes place and the book starts to get even more interesting, believe it or not. The FBI arrest Professor Elridge based on eyewitness accounts and even camera footage, while at the same exact time of the murder, the professor is seen all the way across the country.

This truly creates a perplexing string of events and Micheal is determined to get to the bottom of it. But with such unconventional circumstances, he must use unconventional methods in order to solve this mystery.

This book has all the elements a reader will enjoy. The characters are interesting, the pace moves along pretty quickly, there are enough twists and turns but not so much that you feel like you're spinning in circles. It’s definitely a book you’ll be interested in all the way to the very last page.

I enjoyed this read. It was deep of course, with subjects like quantum mechanics, and courtroom scenes. But at the same time it wasn’t a difficult read. At no point did I feel like I was trudging along through the pages. I can honestly say this is one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

What would you do if you could be in 2 places at one time? That is the premise to the story of “A Quantum Alibi” by Liam Fialkov. The story truly begins with the impossible murder of one man at the hands of a colleague that is over 2000 miles away. So what can you do if forensic evidence is telling you that he is the only one who could do it, but the truth is, because of the distance and timing, there is no way he can be guilty. While all of this is tickling my fancy, I know that this is all just a bunch of hogwash. As you read more of the story that Liam has laid out for us, you get caught up in the possibility that maybe it is possible. The story of Cheveyo and his Hopi family, gives you another possible direction to follow when contemplating Quantum Mechanics. Would either way work? While reading their stories, I was having a hard time understanding what the purpose of either side was. As I got further into the book and opened my mind to what the author was trying to say, I finally understood everything happened in the timeline it should. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who wants an interesting, almost convoluted, mystery, with a mostly logical conclusion. “A Quantum Alibi” is definitely a hit with me!

[Conscientious · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is a mind-blowing experience that will amaze and provide a coming-of-age thriller. Professor Eldridge is arrested by FBI for a crime he cannot seem to commit as he is across other side of country and if such allegations are proved it might mean he needed to be at two places at the same time...which is unlikely to happen. Or isn't it? Yet during the trail an unusual concept emerges of Quantum mechanics which stumps everyone. Michael, a journalist is set on the path to discover the truth as it can prevent more deaths. As world of shamanism and Quantum mechanics intertwines, a superb plot is born.

Everything is so brilliantly placed in the storyline; it makes it an engrossing read. I am totally enamoured by the plot twists, science fiction involvement and the interaction between the characters. It's impossible to guess the end and it holds the mysterious thrill to the end. A perfect blend of science, spirituality, and police, this is a must read which is totally unique and intriguing.

[Aparna Preethi · Rating 5 out of 5]

One who is searching for mystery thrillers would not step back if they see Liam Fialkov's 'A Quantum Alibi'. The story starts with the arrest of one of the protagonists, Professor Eldridge, for a murder. The readers are taken to a seat of suspense in the beginning only because one who is accused was present at two places at the same time. The book formulates with many twists with the arrival of other characters like Stewart McPherson and Michael. And the rest of the story deals with Michael’s investigations and inquiries of the murders. The plotline is marked contrarily because of its connection with quantum physics.

The author had succeeded to satisfy readers from both genres either from science fiction or mystery thrillers. The only flaw is that Liam was in a hurry to solve the case so the essence of some characters got lost somewhere in between. But anyhow it is a masterpiece of surprises and twists that will make the book very intriguing.

[Kelly Schuknecht · Rating 4 out of 5]

Liam Fialkov, the author, reached out to me and asked me to review this book. Since it was available on Kindle Unlimited, I downloaded it for free. Here’s my review…

A murder is committed and the primary suspect seems obvious, but could there more to the story than what meets the eye?

Half of the book is about Professor Eldridge and his trial (and his claim of being able to be in two places at once). The other half of the book is about a Native American boys as he grows up and goes off to medical school, experiencing an extreme heartbreak at one point. The two stories are woven together through the course of the book, and they seem like completely different stories…until they connect at the end.

This book isn’t something I would normally select, but I really enjoyed it! New details are constantly unfolding so it never gets dull. I was concerned it might be too science-based for me, but that wasn’t the case at all. I definitely recommend it if you enjoy mystery/thrillers.

[Ashley Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, fully fledged thriller

This is definitely the best mystery thriller I’ve read in a long while! A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is a well-written legal/crime-fiction that meets fantasy and science fiction. What could have easily become too much is pulled off flawlessly.
I was so intrigued by Professor Patrick Eldridge, who is arrested for murder. He has the motive, there are witnesses, and there is camera footage of the act. And yet, the professor has an airtight alibi.
At a signing with students, Eldridge hints at what will happen, and he makes his findings and abilities widely known. I was stuck on why he would let himself be found out so easily, when he could have gone through with the murder and gotten away with it.
Here is where Fialkov really shines as he develops the professor’s character through a journalist pursuing him. When murders continue to occur, you really understand the professor’s power and the thrill of a killer that can’t be contained.

[Mayra · Rating 5 out of 5]

A complete success from beginning to end. As a fond reader of thrillers, I have to admit that A Quantum Alibi : A Mystery Thriller by Liam Fialkov and Clarke Wainikka is one of the best novels I have ever read. If I have to describe the book and tell why I liked it so much, I cannot focus only on the plot as it is wonderful from many perspectives. The story itself is told in a mysterious and captivating way; the language chosen suits the narrative perfectly. Moreover, the characters are so well described that I felt I knew them entirely. This is the kind of story that you read page after page and don't know what to expect in the next paragraphs. It is also the kind of story that you stop to analyze, as it gives unexpected turns from time to time. I honestly feel that this is one of the best works from Liam Fialkov and Clarke Wainikka. I belong to a reading club, so I will certainly recommend this book to my fellows.

[Pegboard · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Quantum Alibi: A Mystery Novel by Liam Fialkov follows the murder case of a science professor whose prime suspect is another scientist who's made a public statement about their disagreement. Witnesses and cameras place Professor Eldridge at the scene of the crime while students, his girlfriend, and a waitress place him somewhere else. Did the professor illustrate his belief in quantum mechanics? How many more are going to die before this mystery is solved?

I found A Quantum Alibi fascinating as characters from different backgrounds and beliefs play a role in discovering the truth. Liam Fialkov again shows his expertise as a captivating author while adding layers of suspense and deceit behind his characters. At times it seemed the author takes a rabbit trail, but then everything ties together it leaves the reader stunned at the entanglement of events.

[Kourtney Bradley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Completely unique suspense read

This suspenseful read grabbed my attention right from the beginning and kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire book. The ability to tell a great mystery novel and hold a reader's full attention is truly a gift and one that Liam Fialkov definitely has. The mind shattering thought that someone could be in two places at the same time sounds completely impossible, but after consideration through this story, it's something that will make you question everything you have ever known as possible. This one seemed like a longer read, at over 300 pages, but once I started reading, I was hooked and finished this one much quicker than I had anticipated I would. This story was so unique and definitely something that I would recommend to other readers who enjoy suspenseful novels.

[Wayne R. Kurth · Rating 3 out of 5]

The writing was not bad, but the underlying theme is a bunch of new age, uninformed silliness. And the allusion to quantum mechanics (not quantum field theory) is on the level of someone who has heard about it, but doesn't have any understanding of the field. The over-riding theme is that fracking and mining are bad, renewable energy is just wonderful (and can't be accomplished w/o mining), and it's OK to murder mining execs in the name of saving Mother Earth. Also, Native American shamans have great powers beyond western science, and the White Man is blind to all this.

BTW, Liam Fialkov, quantum mechanics doesn't say a particle such as electron can be in two places at once, it specifies that the position is a probability until it's measured. Until then it's in a superposition, not two places. Confine your writing to things you understand.

[Chico's Mom · Rating 4 out of 5]

puzzling and makes you think.

It was a good read, an interesting combination of themes with quantum mechanics and the spirit world. The plot of the story being a murder mystery is entertaining and would keep you flipping page after page. The character development of the story is interesting. I was held waiting for the plot twist, and it did not disappoint. It was like watching an episode of a murder mystery on tv that make you ask yourself how did that happened. The author added in a plot about Hopi tribes which was intriguing to see if it is as accurate as what the author has written. I think the author intentionally wants the readers to be confused so that when the big reveal is “revealed” it has a larger impact on it. I would recommend this book for someone like my dad who likes to solve puzzles and mysteries.

[Agustina Sureda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liam Fialkov is an award-winning American author of mystery thrillers and speculative fiction. A Quantum Alibi is a book that leaves everyone wondering what will happen next. The story starts with a professor getting arrested for the murder of his archrival, however, it is impossible for that episode to occur given the fact that Professor Eldridge was on the other side of the country when the crime happened.
This book was very intriguing from the start, the idea of a crime that was committed by someone who was in two places at once? I'm in. Fialkov does a great job keeping up with the thriller of the reading and always keeping me at the edge of my seat. Plus, the extra steps that take this mystery book into a brand-new section that intertwines with logic and sci-fi create a unique story! Highly recommended.

[Jimmy Jefferson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quantum physics and a subatomic particle murder mystery

This is a story about a professor named Patrick Eldridge who is charged with murder on one side of the country where he is seen in video but his alibi is the fact he was teaching a class in front of many witnesses. This story explores quantum physics and the possibility of being in two places at once. Introduce a shaman and the twists are of the chart. The story is fast paced and the scenes are descriptive and make you feel you are part of the story. The characters are well developed and the storyline is very enjoyable. I recommend this one to anyone looking for a fun adventure that will make you think about these possibilities. Check it out folks, it is a good read.

[Karyn H · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Fresh Piece of Literature With Enjoyable Storyline

Liam Fialkov’s Quantum Alibi is a well-crafted mind-twisting story that delves into the field of quantum mechanics and shamanism. The author did not waste time jumping into the main action from the opening chapter of this novel with the arrest of professor Eldridge by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in a location on the other side of the country. Quantum Alibi by Liam is full of twists and turns beginning with the trial of professor Eldridge, which exposes a lot of experiments in Quantum physics and sub-atomic particles. The author takes science fiction to a whole new level in this book. I highly recommend that you read the author’s other novels, the Newton Code and the Broadcast. You will surely enjoy reading them.

[S Tyty · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is an amazing tale and a perfect example of how a legal thriller should be written and developed.
The story revolves around a mysterious murder. A student has been killed and his professor was at the crime scene when he was supposed to be at the other side of the country giving a lecture. He has been arrested but, was he guilty? I won’t spoil that but I can
say that the sequences of events which make this narrative up as superbly written, in such a way that I felt I couldn’t stop reading and I went to bed late every single night until I finished the last page.
The narrative has it all: suspense, mystery, easy-to-follow language and flourous vocabulary that make the book even catchier. I recommend this tale to lovers of detective stories!

[Guadalupe Herrera · Rating 4 out of 5]

An AI for. Change

"A Quantum Alibi" by Liam Fialkov is a blend of science and shamanistic beliefs. When a professor was accused of committing the murder of a rival, he had actually been on the other side of the country giving a lecture. Did he really do it? As the story progresses, more strange things start to happen. I figured it was some sort of time-space continuum sci-fi thing. It could be loosely considered that, but it is also so much more. With all of the turns the plot takes, I never really felt as if I had a grasp on what was going on. I love a story that can do that and still keep me guessing. This one rose above my expectations. I loved it! I would recommend this book to anyone

[Evelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a lover of mystery novels, I dare to say that “A Quantum Alibi” is a book I enjoyed to add to my collection. I knew it would be an exceptional book as soon as I saw the cover and I was not wrong.
The author, Liam Fialkov, makes this novel an exciting and absorbing read. He develops the characters very well and manages to keep readers glued to the pages of this well-written novel.
Another reason why I liked this fantasy novel so much was the original, imaginative world in which the author’s brilliant mind transported me. I felt as if I was there in the middle of the action fearing for the protagonists and waiting for more adventure.
The premise is very attention-grabbing and I can't wait to read more about this talented author.

[Juan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot recommend this book highly enough! Without any doubt, it’s one of the best novels I have read in a long time!
It’s a wonderful, beautiful and unusual story that I won’t forget. This suspenseful, brilliant, compelling and well-written piece really absorbed me as soon as I opened it. Based on a murder, this mystery thriller is full of surprises that make it really captivating.
The characters are depicted in a way that they look very real and made me feel what they go through. Eldridge, the main protagonist, didn’t disappoint me since he undergoes amazing adventures that kept me glued to the pages until the last chapter.
I found this book deeply delightful. It is a fantastic work to explore!

[Ivan M · Rating 5 out of 5]

"A Quantum Alibi" is a science/mystery thriller written by Liam Fialkov. It follows the story of Professor Patrick Eldridge, a hard-working student that became a renowned scientist, despite coming from a non-wealthy family. He is accused of murdering his biggest rival, Professor Singleton. Both scientists have opposite ideas about Quantum mechanics, which is briefly explained and easy to understand by non-scientist readers. Eldridge is determined to demonstrate that particles can be at two or more places at the same time. Is that even possible?

Without spoiling anything else, I find this thriller exciting and well-written; it has interesting characters. Definitely recommended for people looking for a nice science fiction where nothing is entirely true or false.

[Märtha Custis · Rating 5 out of 5]

What would happen if we could bi-locate? Would we use it for good or for evil? These simplified questions form the basis of Liam Fialkov’s A Quantum Alibi, a scientific murder mystery novel.
Following Professor Eldridge who by seeming happenstance is arrested for murder following an explosive speech given at a university, the book plays with the ideas of space and time leading up to an unexpected ending.
Fialkov is a great storyteller crafting a believable narrative with relatable characters.
I enjoyed reading the novel immensely and I feel anyone—regardless of their interest in physics or not, will find it fascinating and even educational.
So, if you’re looking for a fun and intriguing mystery novel, A Quantum Alibi is the perfect read!

[Saya Jacaranda · Rating 5 out of 5]

fascinating

“A quantum Alibi” is a compelling and riveting mystery thriller with amazing plot twists and turns as well as step up and downs just the way a roller coaster is built. It’s crazily fascinating to see how Liam Fialkov and Clark Wainikka developed this novel by mixing the harsh reality with fiction in a way that sometimes seems way too real.
Discovering the real murderer is Michael's task. Will he succeed? Or will more people have to die before the truth sees the light of day? It is very noticeable that Liam did thorough research before writing this novel, as everything seems very accurate and real. This was obviously the work of an artist who knew what he was doing. I definitely recommend it!

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

A scientific murder mystery novel, this book takes off with Professor Eldridge attempting to travel into a separate dimension. Meanwhile, in a different location, his rival is murdered, and all evidence points to Professor Eldridge. Was he successful in travelling and then murdered his rival? Will investigative journalist Michael be able to unravel this mystery in time?
The book was good but confusing at times. There were many characters to keep track of and the plot quickly became bogged down with all the separate plotlines that were converging. The ending was satisfying, but I felt like I was slogging through the middle of the book.