Quantum Mind is a work of fiction penned for the young adult reading audience by author MD Hanley in the science fiction, adventure, and action subgenres. This captivating narrative introduces us to twins Kat and Pat, who discover Earth's sentience and their role in reconnecting it to a network of planets across the universe. Meeting Alder, an emissary from a distant planet, reveals their latent abilities to manipulate reality using mystical stones. Together, they embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of Earth's quantum connection, facing opposition from a hidden faction seeking to keep Earth isolated. Set against the backdrop of ancient stone monuments in Ireland and England, the twins must confront challenges and adversaries to fulfill Alder's mission and unite Earth with the other planets in the Quantum Guild.

Author MD Hanley's narrative blends elements of wonder and action, inviting readers to explore their own quantum potential through a thrilling adventure. As I immersed myself in the story, I was captivated by the idea of Earth's ancient consciousness, and it was very well realized through imaginative dialogue and descriptive lexis. Kat and Pat were compelling protagonists with a strong emotional bond and distinct, unique voices and attitudes, whose journey to unlock their hidden abilities and navigate the challenges they face kept me engaged from start to finish. Hanley's vivid descriptions were well-placed to evoke a sense of mystery and wonder at each new location, and these scene-setting moments perfectly complemented the action and emotional tone of each story moment. Overall, I would certainly recommend Quantum Mind to YA sci-fi fans everywhere for its exciting plot and highly relatable characters.

In the speculative eco-fiction Quantum Mind by MD Hanley, characters Kat, Pat, Alder, Arwen, Harriet, and Brian find themselves entangled in a cosmic quest when they, in their own time and ways, discover the existence of Earth's consciousness. Introduced to the power of quantum stones and a historical connection tied to their universal bond, they embark on a mission that crosses the Atlantic. As they unravel Earth's hidden truths and forgotten knowledge, seek out long-lost stones, and perform rituals, they are being followed. A race against adversaries like Kobin and Mordag, intent on exploiting the stones for their own gain, ratchets up the stakes. When one member of the group is captured, an intercession leads to a climactic showdown where the very source of the lifework objective is voiced, sacrifices are made, leadership roles are shaken up, and an all-out embracing—and defense—of Earth's proposal is vital as they set out on the path toward cosmic harmony.

Quantum Mind by MD Hanley is an intelligently written and immersive fantasy eco-hybrid novel with a lot of moving parts, all of which click together nicely. My favorite character is Harriet, who to me had not only the most interesting character arc, but also really embodied Hanley's themes of identity, truth-seeking, and the interconnectedness of past and present, especially as these apply to the broader philosophical and existential questions. The landscapes are brought to life in almost cinematic detail, and Hanley uses this brush across the board, whether it's a hotel buffet or an Irish castle. The atmospheric quality is what makes this book really special and extremely easy to get lost in. My sole complaint is with some of the logistics, like teleporting into Stonehenge, where they definitely should have found a way to take the dogs. I mean, come on. Overall, this is a great book and I look forward to seeing where we go next, as there is plenty of room for Hanley to flesh out here.