Signaling: A Message from the Future

by Tilak Fernando, Ed Stroupe

In the year AD 4544, a confluence of events shatters a spacecraft in the outer reaches of the solar system, hurling its lone commander, Samantha Hunter, through time and space deep into the past. Meanwhile, in the near future, award-winning New York Times science editor Jonathan Elliot awakens in the middle of the night to an uninvited guest who appears to have materialized out of thin air. The strange visitor tells him a story so unbelievable that Jonathan feels compelled to write a speculative feature article for the Sunday edition. This midnight visit launches a nine-day whirlwind of events that extend from New York City across the continent to Las Vegas, setting off a chain of inexplicable incidents, a national manhunt involving the top levels of government, a series of revelatory conversations about the future, and a team of unlikely collaborators in a race to save a beautiful, mysterious heroine--and quite possibly the future of the human species. Who are we really, and where are we going? Pondering these questions and offering an uplifting message of hope for the future, this novel tells the story of an accidental time traveler stranded in the twenty-first century whose presence may change the course of humanity's future.

328 pages, Hardcover

Published April 20, 2017

About the author

Tilak Fernando is an American Author, Motivational Speaker and Life Coach. His literary genres are Fiction, Motivation and Life Coach. Tilak was educated at Dharmapala College, Pannipitiya, Sri Lanka and displayed an ability to see things from a different perspective even from his childhood.

Tilak Fernando was born on 30 October 1943 in Panadura, Sri Lanka as the younger son of Torger Ostin Fernando (father) and Winifred Lillian Fernando (mother). He was the second child of a family of two boys and two girls. His father was a physics lecturer and coincidentally a friend of Arthur C. Clarke.

Tilak wrote a series of articles on the nature of consciousness that became popular in Sri Lanka in both Sinhalese and English. He moved to the United States in 1974 at the invitation of several scientists and scholars. He became known for his mystical impact on people physically and psychologically. Tilak has been living in Las Vegas since 2000 and conducting seminars and workshops helping people to achieve their goals in life. His presence brings to ordinary people what is necessary for them at a particular moment for awakening and aliveness in their day-to-day lives.

Reviews

[astaliegurec · Rating 1 out of 5]

I made a mistake with Tilak Fernando's and Ed Stroupe's "Signaling: A Message from the Future:" I neglected to read the "Look Inside" blurb on its Amazon product page before getting it from the library. Thank goodness I didn't pay any money for it. It's utterly unreadable. I got through the Prologue and a couple of pages into Chapter 1 (a bit beyond where the "Look Inside" stops) and had to quit. Very simply, it reads like it was written by high school students. If you're thinking of buying this book, I'm begging you: READ THE "LOOK INSIDE" and ignore the high rated reviews here. Then make a decision.

[Tom Umholtz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Signaling is a unique book that uses familiar elements of current sci-fi and action stories, but has a completely original tone and message. Visitors from the future bring a message of sensitivity to the present day. Their future is a sensitive and humane place where human beings have developed their connection to elements and forces that few people are currently aware of. The book is thought-provoking and refreshingly free of violence, for all its action-movie plotlines. Signaling has an innocent quality that sets it apart. It's a hopeful vision of the future, not a dystopian nightmare, and that hopeful vision helps to create the humane future the book points to.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. This story has energy from the very first page and never stops. It's full of twists and turns and you really never know what might change on the next page. I loved it! No doubt, it's a time travel book of the best kind - I couldn't put it down.

[Bruce Santos · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had its fast moments and its slow moments but all around it was a great read! I thoroughly enjoyed the concept for the story and the characters themselves. The ending was excellent, and I even got a little misty eyed at times. A great recommendation for all who love time-travel novels.

[Emma Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although Signaling was a little slow to start, once it got going the plot was fast paced, there was always something going on, something new to contend with and that kept me reading until the last page. The writing style made it easy to understand all the technical time travel talk without causing me any confusion and I think Tilak and Ed did a great job. The twists in the plot were not ones that I could see coming and I found myself trying to work out what was going to happen, or what was happening, only to realise I was totally wrong. Overall, I truly enjoyed Signaling, it was a fascinating book to read.

[Denzil · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would I recommend The Signaling for fans of time travelling fiction? absolutely yes, in my opinion. I got a lot more out of the story than I expected, and enjoyed spending every tense moment with its multifaceted characters. I wouldn’t hesitate to read another novel by Tilak and Ed in the future.

[Mike Underwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’re a fan of time travel, you’re going to love Signaling, I found it to be a lot of fun and quite fascinating, having not read many books based around this subject. It’s fast paced with exciting plot twists you don’t see until they smack you in the face, heart stopping moments and fun, lovable characters.

[John Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing! I love time travel stories. This story has been well-written and enjoyable. I fell in love with all the characters almost immediately, and I got sucked right into the story from the start. The characters grow and develop over the course of the story. This was a great sci-fi story. I enjoyed every page.

[Nobert Raja · Rating 5 out of 5]

Signaling is an extraordinary story. This ensemble cast will capture your heart. It's an emotionally urgent, vivid, and inspiring read. Seriously, this might be the most impressive book I've ever read.

[Brian Zhejiang · Rating 5 out of 5]

Signaling makes everything thrilling, curiosity, does not permit anybody to stop reading. Wonderful novel.

[Chimeka Balewa · Rating 5 out of 5]

An inspirational message in an action packed Science fiction novel. Creative combination, I loved it. Highly recommend.

[Akio Matsumoto · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exciting novel. Represents AD 4544 and 21st century. Made up the story precisely. Each chapter an initiative. A book everyone in 21st century should read.

[Ranjani · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Signaling" a wonderful novel I have ever read. It takes u to AD 4544 and be with be with the people from the future. I found difficult to stop reading as I felt so anxious to know what will be happening next.

[Julie Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I felt HOPE! as I closed the cover on this book... This story emphasizes our ability to evolve. In this day and age it is good news. Not only are we shown to evolve, we are taught how to do it, what capabilities we already possess to open ourselves up to other dimensions and realities.
I was totally engaged in the characters and so drawn into their experiences; I found myself thinking about them as I woke the following morning. I want to know what happened to them.
This enlightening read makes me appreciate life as it is and beckons me to ask, "What else is there?"

[Joe Crowe · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a moving, dramatic sci-fi adventure that would have easily been at home as a movie back in the 1980s. I mean that as an extreme compliment.

It involves a time traveler-- with the awesome 80s-style name Samantha Hunter-- who ends up in our humdrum non-future era. As such happenstances often do, this results in a cross-country chase with the future of humanity at stake.

It's an action flick in book form with a message unusual for a story about people from the future: In the future, things might turn out OK.

That's just crazy enough to be true.

(Review from an advance copy.)

[Rex Maxwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tilak and Ed seem to have decent ideas and their execution of those stories is so flawless. They can pull you into the story and the characters' lives. I went into Signaling expecting just another science fiction novel with time travel and characters learning about the consequences of changing time. However, Signaling is so much more than that. I do not want to go into specifics for fear of spoiling anyone. But keep in mind this book is so much more than a time travel book.

[Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book only recently made it on to my reading list. I didn’t know much about it, but decided to give it a try. As soon as I opened it up and started reading, I knew this book was something special. In fact it was so special, that I devoured it in about four hours! I absolutely loved reading Signaling. I read a lot (book blogger) and I just can’t say enough good things about the book. I would recommend this book to everyone, no matter your age or situation. It’s just a great read.

[Michael Bruno · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have no idea how this book achieved a 4.7 rating. The plot is contrived the characters thin and the authors make the insulting assumption that the reader is entirely unfamiliar with common knowledge let alone some hard science. I regret giving any book a low rating as it represents the authors blood sweat and tears however the truth must be told to those who would consider reading it. Got to 28% of book and abandoned ship.

[Bob · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, this book was wonderful. This is a time travel adventure for people who love time travel books and for people who don't. It's funny and sad and beautiful and, all-around, a fantastic story. Signaling has, excellent characters with understandable and interesting time travel elements. Just read it.

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book very much, It was brilliant and complex and for a stand along sci-fi there was so much detail and I felt so connected to the characters and wanted them to be safe and ok! It was so unique, I've not read anything like this before and I would recommend it so much if you like sci-fi.

[George · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fantastic book and had so much character development, relationship building and such a cool world. I surprisingly didn't get lost between the time and dimension jumps so I would say it's an accessible sci-fi. The romance were so adorable and I loved that they were a background thing instead of used to flood the plot with annoying tropes.

[Melissa Kaiser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Signaling was a really fun read that will make your head spin. I must admit that some of the technical-talk jumping made me question the plausibility of some scenarios, but for the benefit of the doubt I'm leaving this confusion to my own shortcomings. I loved the well-formed characters The author definitely made up for all that with an intriguing and promising premise that didn't let me down.

[Lewis Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am usually not a reader of fiction, but this book captured my interest and attention from the beginning. I enjoyed how the author made the characters engaging. The directions that the plot took towards the final chapters of this story were completely not what I had expected. I thoroughly enjoyed this delightful book and would recommend it to all.

[Halley · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book Signaling is probably the best futuristic book I have ever read. The complex detail and realistic personalities makes this book seems like you are actually there. Not only that but the well-thought out story-line makes this book even more interesting. The characters, good story line, and interactive adventure makes this book one of the best I have ever read.

[Kevin · Rating 5 out of 5]

" Signaling " did not disappoint me. It was totally awesome. There were many times that I laughed, and other times where I was like no way! All the characters were amazing, and I loved every one of them.

[Tharindu · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Signaling is a delightful time travel story of love, friendship and hope. I found it very compelling and engaging for people of all ages. I loved the writing style, very natural and emotional. Recommended if you like heart-warming story and take a break from your 'normal' reading genres.

[Romy Umholtz · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a marvelous book! It takes science fiction in a fresh new direction - away from anxious dystopias and condemnation of humanity. It's very surprising and thought provoking - and wonderful. Signaling.... Buy it! Read it!

[Ronald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exceptional " Signaling " by Tilak and Ed is a book that will stay with you for a long time after you put the book down. A beautifully crafted novel with a healthy helping of wisdom, and characters that you will want to meet again. Don't miss out.

[Cheryl Ramos · Rating 5 out of 5]

For those who enjoy a good tale involving time travel, I can recommend this book. I completely loved it! It is an incredibly satisfying read that I really did not want to put down. A beautifully crafted novel with a healthy helping of wisdom, and characters that you will want to meet again.

[Tim · Rating 5 out of 5]

A friend suggested this book to me sometime back. Honestly, I didn't ever think I'd read it because sci-fi/fantasy really isn't my "thing". I'm glad I gave in. Signaling is one of the best stories I've ever read.