Quinto's Challenge

"In Peter McChesney’s sweeping science fiction novel Quinto’s Challenge, a brilliant young outsider’s theories change the trajectories of physics and philosophy." - Foreword Clarion Reviews

On the 100th anniversary of JFK’s challenge to land a man on the Moon, visionary US President Vince Quinto challenges America with an even more audacious goal: to conquer death itself before the century is out by making human resurrection a scientific reality.

As the 21st century draws to a close, advances in genetics, quantum physics, and artificial intelligence converge to make Quinto’s Challenge possible. The final breakthrough—hailed as the Theory of Everything—is made by Deeley Carr, a young, shy quantum physicist recruited to work on a top-secret US government project.

However, those privy to this highly classified science realize that the power to bring about immortality doesn’t just open a Pandora’s box of ethical and existential questions, it is a double-edged sword—if it falls into the wrong hands, it would become the ultimate weapon of surveillance and control.

Advance Praise

"Lovers of science fiction novels with a touch of political intrigue and suspense will find Quinto's Challenge by Peter McChesney an enthralling read."

— Readers' Favorite

"A compelling SF saga that focuses on the humanity behind big tech."

— Kirkus Reviews

"In Peter McChesney's sweeping science fiction novel Quinto's Challenge, a brilliant young outsider's theories change the trajectories of physics and philosophy."

— Foreword Clarion Reviews

Quinto’s Challenge will be available January 27, 2026 in print and ebook, with audiobook coming shortly after.

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