Mark Jenkins takes readers on a thrilling journey through time and the remnants of a post-apocalyptic future in "Saving Schrödinger's Cat." This 25th-century tale, set in a Colony deep beneath Earth's surface, intricately weaves together elements of science fiction, time travel, and the desperate quest for humanity's survival. With a captivating premise and high-stakes narrative, the book earns a solid four stars for its imaginative storytelling and gripping exploration of time manipulation.

In a world devastated by an all-out nuclear war, the last remnants of humanity cling to life underground, yearning for a way to alter their grim fate. The concept of time travel becomes the beacon of hope, and the protagonist, Proteus, emerges as the unlikely savior with a unique genetic mutation that allows him to withstand the rigors of time-travel.

Jenkins skillfully introduces the artificial wormhole and the mission to alter the discovery of nuclear fission, setting the stage for a high-stakes adventure. The intricate plot explores the challenges and complexities of manipulating historical events, all while battling enemy agents and contending with the formidable forces of Time itself.

Proteus's journey to early 20th century London becomes a riveting exploration of historical manipulation, with the author deftly balancing the technical aspects of time travel with the human drama at its core. The narrative unfolds with tension and urgency, as Proteus faces obstacles and adversaries, creating a palpable sense of suspense.

The author's vivid descriptions transport readers seamlessly between the dystopian future and the historical past, creating a rich and immersive world. The characters, particularly Proteus, are well-developed, and their motivations and struggles add emotional depth to the narrative.

While the concept and execution are commendable, there are moments when the intricacies of time manipulation may pose challenges for some readers. The complexity of the plot and the interplay between characters and temporal forces could be overwhelming for those seeking a more straightforward narrative.

In conclusion, "Saving Schrödinger's Cat" is a gripping and imaginative science fiction novel that combines elements of time travel, post-apocalyptic drama, and the quest for humanity's survival. Mark Jenkins delivers a thought-provoking adventure that will resonate with readers who enjoy intricate plots and explorations of the consequences of altering historical events. If you're drawn to the complexities of time travel and the battle against impending doom, this novel is a captivating choice.

I like stories about time travel like this one where a scientist, Proteus from the 25th century has traveled back in time to the golden age of nuclear physics, with giants of the field like Einstein, Schrödinger, Rutherford, and Curie, amongst others. Proteus is changing the course of history by removing the first steps that would lead to the nuclear disaster .
The Idea was peculiar but we never really dealt with the consequences of the usual butterfly effect .as the traveler never got back to future.

I found this one a tricky read i know about schridingers cat so i thought would help but I was totally out of my depth it was a fantastic read 5 out of 5 superb storyline loved it.

It had a very strong beginning and kept me hooked for a couple hundred pages. But the pace abruptly stalts about halfway through. Most of the potential plot-building items were done away with to focus on things that truly weren't as interesting. I would liked to have read more about the time travel principles, the antagonists or more about the technology Proteus used. The story fell flat in the second half and the ending felt abrupt. I don't see there being a mention for a sequel which makes the direction taken for the plot quite strange.

The concept is bang on but the execution wasn't as interesting as I'd hoped.
The title and cover are amazing but unfortunately the story doesn't deliver.

The writer could have done a little bit more research, however, I still really enjoyed this. The title is what caught my attention to begin with.

This was great fun, a wonderful premise. I loved the time travel concept and have recommended to people.

I found this an entertaining read with a good mix of science and fantasy meshed together. The science may not have been 100% accurate but was woven through the story to create a plausible storyline. Plus, I found a new found appreciation for Schrodingers Cat.

A great quick read for vacation or a change of pace.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Saving Schrodinger's Cat left me with mixed feelings, some that maybe contradicted one another. Starting with an amazing premise; a man must travel back in time to prevent the ruin of man and our planet Earth. The book is written incredibly well, choosing not to undermine its audience, both educating and entertaining its audience. Characters are developed with much interest and purpose. Although this all sounds well and good, minor events within the overarching story are average and underwhelming. I often found myself wanting to understand themes within the book that were left unestablished rather than the course that the book takes. This is a good book, however it has many rough edges that many deter some readers.

The book introduces us to a futuristic world in which civilisation has retreated underground due to after effects of nuclear technology and war. After the first chapter and brief references throughout the book, I was reletively disappointed to find that it was not revisited. Our likeable protagonist Proteus is an oddity that is able to travel through time due to a 'illness' that he has. These themes are rarely referenced and I think many of us would have enjoyed learning more about them. For a novel that was tagged as Science Fiction, I found the lack of said genre disappointing. I would categorising the novel more so as a alternative history or action adventure.

The story is delivered wonderfully, something that certainly impressed me. I think the fact that there are heavy science/physic/chemistry references is both impressive and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed reviewing these scenes as it allowed the story to feel more believable and academic; it did not assume I was too lacking to understand. Jenkins is certainly talented at writing, his use of language and structure is complimentary, vivid and rich. At no point did I believe this was an amateur novel.

Ultimately the struggles within this novel are presumed to be plot based. It is reasonably slow and somewhat rigid which can cause audiences to become somewhat bored. I found the performance of both language and characters are what held me to this novel. With some revision or context, I think this would be a strong 4 or even a 5 star novel.

Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this wonderful novel by Mark Jenkins. Despite its flaws I did enjoy this and would certainly read more.

I was given an ARC by NetGalley for an honest review.
This book was a bit out of the ordinary for me. But something about it made me interested! The story is compelling and proceeds at a good pace. The main character is really likeable. There are scientific explanations that can be a little complicated but the historical basis is quite interesting. I enjoyed the book a lot more than I expected which encourages me to read more widely in the future.

The main character, Proteus, lives below the surface in the 25th century. In his timeline, the environment is beyond saving and the only solution seems to be to send someone back in time to disrupt the work of Ernest Rutherford, so that certain technological discoveries miss their timeline and are discovered too late for the historical events in which they were used. But there is one big problem: is it even possible to change the future that is his present? If he pushes too hard, time itself pushes back to make violation impossible, causing unwanted accidents.

How would you go about saving Schrödinger’s cat?

Nature over people
The narrator’s thoughts are expressed in a very straightforward manner, leaving hardly any room for the reader to think about the concepts present in the story. While this may be fine for other readers, it does not work well for the type of reader I am. The way the narrator approaches his life task does fit his upbringing, so the characterization is on point. If the person sent back to the past had been more fascinated by meeting the key characters, the narrative could have been more exciting. There are two things that do fascinate Proteus, namely nature and the woman he meets in the past, but his feelings are described rather than brought to life.

Time-resistance
Saving Schrödinger’s Cat focuses less on science and philosophy of time and ethics than I expected after reading the blurb and title. I wish the plot had gone in a different direction, namely a more philosophical one with more words devoted to the concept of time-resistance, because that is the aspect that fascinated me most in this book. However, it seemed that the resistance was mostly in the form of spy action with only a small role for nature. The plot execution made me enjoy the book less, but it’s entirely possible that Saving Schrödinger’s Cat succeeds in captivating readers with different expectations and interests.

Regardless of people’s expectations: this book was not fast-paced or mysterious enough to be a mystery/thriller, nor scientific enough to fulfill the promise of its intriguing title. It tried to be too many things at once. If there had been less focus on the spy agency and time travel, the book would have fared better as historical fiction.

The book started with a good idea: a man from the 25th century goes back in time to prevent the discovery of nuclear fission/fusion. He arrives at the beginning of the 20th century and sabotages the work of a scientist. We follow the work of several scientists of the time, all romanticized. But, there were too many details on physics and it was complex to follow! Also, I found that some of the characters were not consistent in their development, in addition to some plots that were abandoned along the way. I would have loved to know more about Proteus's disease and his world, but I felt this idea was tossed aside. It was an interesting read but not the best I've read.
Thanks to NetGalley and the editor for the ARC.

In the distant future, humanity lives underground because the surface has been devastated by a series of nuclear wars. A man, suffering from a rare disease that makes him dream of nature, is sent into the past, to Victorian London, to try to stop Rutherford from completing his experiments on the atom, experiments that have opened the door to the use of nuclear energy in warfare. The assumption is that, by delaying these discoveries for a few years, they would be delivered to a more mature and responsible humanity, thus producing a virtuous butterfly effect that would prevent the tragedies of the future.
There is nothing more I can say about the plot, which I found very entertaining, otherwise I would risk spoiling it. The only note: Russian spies as agents of Time are not very believable.