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Now in paperback, this first book of a new sci-fi series introduces an alternate earth where powerful Threads have the power to alter reality as we know it.

Pulled from his world by an experiment gone wrong, Darwin Lloyd is one of the few that can see the Threads—quantum strings that can be manipulated to change or control reality. On an alternate Earth ravaged by war, Darwin is torn between the Qabal and SafeHaven, his only goal to find a way back home and stop the same fate from happening in his time line.
 
Threads—thought of as a gift from the machine he helped his father create—and Threaders are both loved and hated, treated as gods by some and as criminals by others. Out of his element, Darwin must learn how to control the Threads and possibly join the hated Qabal to find the path back to his dad.
 
But Thread use comes at a price. Follow the possibilities and probabilities too far and the human mind shatters, leaving the

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Praise for Threader Origins

“It’s rare to get ‘thought-provoking’ and ‘page-turner’ in the same novel, but Brandt has done it, and then some!” —Jason M. Hough, New York Times bestselling author of The Darwin Elevator

Threader Origins is a compelling, thought-provoking look at the potential in each of us, and society itself, that never falters or flinches. Breathtakingly original and memorable, I can’t wait to see where Brandt goes with this new series. A must read!” —Julie E. Czerneda, author of the Web Shifter’s Library series

“Gerald Brandt knocks it out of the park again! Quantum physics, parallel worlds, and a rip-roaring plot—what more could you want? In some reality, this book will win major awards — not just because all quantum possibilities do occur but because it bloody well deserves to.” —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of Hominids

"The unlikely hero and innovative use of physics as a basis for magiclike abilities results in a memorable adventure. Readers will look forward to the next installment." —Publishers Weekly


Praise for the San Angeles series


"Gerald Brandt's The Courier is a stunning debut: a fast-paced cyberpunky story of a future Los Angeles with a kick-ass heroine you'll never forget. A terrific book from a distinctive new voice; I'm looking forward to many more books from this author." —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of Quantum Night

"Brandt's supercharged sequel to The Courier continues the cyberpunk fun of the San Angeles series.... Brandt fleshes out an all-too-possible future of crushing poverty and corporate control, and the complex heroine who will lead us through to a better future." —Tor.com

"This gritty near-future science fiction thriller...offers intriguing possibilities." —Publishers Weekly

Threader Origins

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    A Paperback / softback by Gerald Brandt

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      Publisher: Astra Publishing House
      Publication Date: 02/11/2021
      ISBN13: 9780756416386, 978-0756416386
      ISBN10: 0756416388

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Now in paperback, this first book of a new sci-fi series introduces an alternate earth where powerful Threads have the power to alter reality as we know it.

      Pulled from his world by an experiment gone wrong, Darwin Lloyd is one of the few that can see the Threads—quantum strings that can be manipulated to change or control reality. On an alternate Earth ravaged by war, Darwin is torn between the Qabal and SafeHaven, his only goal to find a way back home and stop the same fate from happening in his time line.
       
      Threads—thought of as a gift from the machine he helped his father create—and Threaders are both loved and hated, treated as gods by some and as criminals by others. Out of his element, Darwin must learn how to control the Threads and possibly join the hated Qabal to find the path back to his dad.
       
      But Thread use comes at a price. Follow the possibilities and probabilities too far and the human mind shatters, leaving the

      Trade Review
      Praise for Threader Origins

      “It’s rare to get ‘thought-provoking’ and ‘page-turner’ in the same novel, but Brandt has done it, and then some!” —Jason M. Hough, New York Times bestselling author of The Darwin Elevator

      Threader Origins is a compelling, thought-provoking look at the potential in each of us, and society itself, that never falters or flinches. Breathtakingly original and memorable, I can’t wait to see where Brandt goes with this new series. A must read!” —Julie E. Czerneda, author of the Web Shifter’s Library series

      “Gerald Brandt knocks it out of the park again! Quantum physics, parallel worlds, and a rip-roaring plot—what more could you want? In some reality, this book will win major awards — not just because all quantum possibilities do occur but because it bloody well deserves to.” —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of Hominids

      "The unlikely hero and innovative use of physics as a basis for magiclike abilities results in a memorable adventure. Readers will look forward to the next installment." —Publishers Weekly


      Praise for the San Angeles series


      "Gerald Brandt's The Courier is a stunning debut: a fast-paced cyberpunky story of a future Los Angeles with a kick-ass heroine you'll never forget. A terrific book from a distinctive new voice; I'm looking forward to many more books from this author." —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of Quantum Night

      "Brandt's supercharged sequel to The Courier continues the cyberpunk fun of the San Angeles series.... Brandt fleshes out an all-too-possible future of crushing poverty and corporate control, and the complex heroine who will lead us through to a better future." —Tor.com

      "This gritty near-future science fiction thriller...offers intriguing possibilities." —Publishers Weekly

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