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In the near future, with the energy crisis solved and the world powered by artificial and quantum intelligence, a mysterious disease is spreading across the globe. The cause is a mystery, and a cure remains stubbornly elusive.
At Fermilab 5, west of Chicago, a team of physicists experiences a shocking result when an experiment appears to go rogue, defying all logic. Yet in trying to solve the conundrum, the team edges ever closer to uncovering the fundamental secrets of the universe.
For the Church, the former is its salvation, the latter an existential threat.
Meanwhile, to complicate matters further, the Church appears to have incontrovertible evidence that the Messiah has returned. And He is not what anyone expected.
Grappling with the human condition, the timeless themes of love and sacrifice, and the tensions that arise between science and faith, The Son of Man is a near-future mystery thriller building toward a shocking revelation.
Here's what readers have to say about this book....
This book surprised me in the best way. I expected a sci-fi thriller, but it turned out to be much deeper. The mix of advanced science, mystery, and big philosophical questions kept me hooked the whole time. I really enjoyed how the story moved between the scientists, the global crisis, and the larger questions about humanity. The pacing was strong, and the ideas made me stop and think without feeling heavy or confusing. It’s the kind of book that entertains you while also leaving you with a lot to reflect on after the last page.
The scientific sections were the strongest part for me. The author clearly did the research, and the Fermilab storyline is where the book feels most alive. I liked the feeling of tension that comes with pushing too far into the unknown. Those scenes are written with both intelligence and atmosphere, which is not an easy combination to pull off.
This is an exciting and highly engaging thriller that blends big ideas with a plot that moves at full speed. Anyone who loves high-concept mysteries or techno-thrillers will have a great time with this one.
I only gave this amazing story 4 stars because I was left wanting more and more and more of it. To say that I enjoyed it is an understatement. I loved it and wanted to continue journeying with the characters. Chris May will be added to my list of favourite writers. I urge you all to read The Son Of Man and enjoy the journey I have just taken . You will not be disappointed.
Son of Man by Chris May is a fun exploration of religion, time travel, and quantum physics. In the near-future world shown in Son of Man, most significant issues have been resolved with an abundance of energy, yet young women are still afflicted by a novel and unresolved illness. In this context, the story follows a group of Chicagoland-based research physicists who are trying to develop a unified theory of physics. For reasons that will only become clear later, the Church is closely monitoring this group's development behind the scenes. Beautifully written and captivating, this novel has a lot of twists and turns and is truly thought-provoking. I could really relate to several of the characters.
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