New Speculative Thriller 'The Solomon Project' Explores Ethical Dilemmas of Technology and Truth

The Solomon Project, a speculative thriller by Randy Swank, published on September 9, 2025, presents a narrative that directly confronts the ethical challenges of modern technology and truth. The novel centers on a powerful program called Nemo that collides with an ancient artifact tied to the Tree of Knowledge, forcing humanity to wrestle with fundamental questions about truth, justice, and the choices that shape our future.

The story's central dilemma—"Would you heal the world… or judge it?"—drives the narrative of two brothers: Adam, a brilliant programmer, and Jack, his foster brother. As Nemo's influence spreads and the mystery of an ancient box resurfaces, their opposing paths bring a global debate into sharp focus, exploring themes of control versus compassion, punishment versus repair, and data versus dignity.

Set in a near-future that feels uncomfortably familiar, The Solomon Project resonates with contemporary concerns about disinformation, technological power, trauma, and accountability. The novel uses psychological realism and high-stakes scenarios to examine concepts like "Final Truth" and anchors its moral and spiritual questions to concrete, plot-driven events. The artifact made from the Tree of Knowledge serves as a powerful symbol connecting ancient wisdom with modern technological dilemmas.

The novel is available for purchase on Amazon starting from its publication date. For additional information, media updates, and inquiries, readers can visit www.randyswankauthor.com.

Swank's background as an economist and businessman with four decades of experience spanning business, academia, government service, and behavioral health informs the novel's depth. His firsthand observations of the damage caused by addiction, emotional disorders, and trauma, along with the failures of systems meant to help, shape the fundamental questions at the heart of his fiction. This professional experience lends authenticity to the novel's exploration of complex societal issues through speculative storytelling and psychological insight.