A Living Diamond Awakens: “The Lord of the Gem” Unleashes a New Era of Superintelligence

What if the most powerful intelligence on Earth wasn’t artificial… but ancient?

In “The Lord of the Gem,” Douglas Halliwell Cornish delivers a bold, cinematic science fiction thriller that begins deep beneath the Earth’s surface where a group of spelunkers uncover a discovery that shatters the boundaries of science, philosophy, and reality itself.

Buried in the darkness lies a mountain-sized diamond.

It thinks.

It communicates.

It can alter the fabric of existence.

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the modern world, this ancient, conscious entity emerges as something far beyond machine learning or neural networks. It is not built. It is not programmed. It simply is.

From the caves of Africa to the towers of Wall Street, from daring heists to mind-bending debates on time and consciousness, “The Lord of the Gem” propels readers into a high-stakes race against secrecy, greed, and global power. At the heart of the story lies a haunting dilemma: Should humanity reveal the existence of a being capable of rewriting reality or conceal it forever?

Blending philosophical depth with relentless suspense, Cornish explores the promises and perils of superintelligence, the ethics of technological progress, and the enduring question of what it truly means to be human in an increasingly digital age.

Officially Endorsed to the WGA for Adaptation Consideration

With its sweeping global scope, high-concept premise, cinematic set pieces, and layered philosophical dialogue, “The Lord of the Gem” has been formally endorsed to the Writers Guild of America (WGA) for adaptation consideration.

The novel’s fusion of speculative science, financial intrigue, and metaphysical stakes positions it as a compelling candidate for feature film, prestige streaming series, or international co-production. Its narrative scale spanning subterranean discovery, corporate power struggles, and existential debate offers fertile ground for visionary screenwriters and producers seeking bold, intelligent sci-fi storytelling.

About the Author

Douglas Halliwell Cornish is an American author whose work bridges artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and human consciousness. A former Series 7 broker with expertise in neural networks and econometric modeling, Cornish brings rare authenticity to speculative fiction. His education includes Eaglebrook School, The Hill School, and the Georgia Institute of Technology, grounding his storytelling in both technical precision and philosophical inquiry.

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