Mark Alpert crafts high-energy thrillers by weaving cutting-edge science into compelling narratives. As a contributing editor for Scientific American, he excels at demystifying complex scientific concepts, from parallel universes to advanced technologies. His novels bring real theories and technologies to life through gripping plots that often explore fundamental questions of existence and humanity. Alpert skillfully translates esoteric scientific ideas into thrilling adventures that both entertain and educate readers about the frontiers of science.
Five targets termed 'the worst climate criminals' by Max Mirksy, former editor of the Journal of Climatology, are being assassinated one by one. Max quickly becomes the prime suspect, but he's innocent. When his daughter is kidnapped by the assassins, he can't wait for the FBI to intervene - he must rescue his daughter now and prove his innocence.
SAINT JOAN OF NEW YORK follows 17-year-old math prodigy Joan Cooper, who, traumatized by her sister's death, seeks the Theory of Everything through string theory. As she grapples with complex equations, she experiences unsettling visions of a divine being, leading her to confront the conflict between science and religion.
Adam and the other robotised teenagers in the Pioneer Project must once again battle Sigma, the rogue artificial intelligence program bent on destroying Adam and all of humanity by first corrupting the Six from the inside.
Set against a backdrop of espionage and intrigue, the narrative explores the profound impact of information as a weapon. It follows a protagonist who navigates a world filled with secrets and betrayal, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced in the pursuit of truth. The story delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the ethical implications of using knowledge for personal or political gain. As tensions rise, the characters must confront their beliefs and the consequences of their actions in a high-stakes game of survival.
'Einheitliche Feldtheorie'. The final words of his dying mentor will change David Swift's life forever. Within hours of hearing those words, David is arrested, interrogated and almost assassinated. But he's too busy running for his life to work out what it all means. Has he accidentally inherited Einstein's Unified Theory -- a set of equations with the power to destroy the world? Einstein died without discovering the theory. Or did he? Teaming up with his ex-girlfriend and an autistic teenager addicted to video games, David must ensure he survives long enough to find out the truth -- and deal with the terrifying consequences.