About The Chosen Strain: Book Two of The Telly D. Young Series
Enjoyable Mix of Genres Makes for A Compelling Read. I really enjoyed this, the second entry in the series. It had aspects of sci-fi, some fantasy, and certainly plenty of twists and turns to make it suspenseful throughout. Certainly thought-provoking as well and one I will re-read again. – Amazon Review
As yourself this question, what would I do if I could heal anyone. We’ve all thought about it, how God Like and important we would be. However, it would come at a price. Follow along with Telly to see if you would make the same decisions as he did, or would you do things different. This book will help you decide.
A Christian science fiction series… or is it really?
What if your spiritual gift wasn’t from God… but from a lab?
In The Awakened: Book Two, a secret buried for decades begins to surface. As the world reels from a global pandemic, a group of genetically altered individuals known as the Awakened are quietly being drawn together. Some possess gifts that resemble biblical miracles—healing, sensing pain, calming chaos. Others channel forces that feel… darker.
But the truth is even more disturbing.
Two underground experiments—one using blood said to be from the Shroud of Turin, the other linked to the DNA of Lucifer himself—have produced two kinds of Awakened. Light and shadow. Hope and fear. And now, these gifted few are realizing they were never meant to be allies.
Or were they?
Torn between faith and manipulation, the Awakened must uncover the origin of their powers, confront painful secrets, and choose whether to fight each other—or unite against the one pulling the strings.
Is this divine destiny… or man-made deception?
🔍 Perfect for fans of:
Christian science fiction with a twist of spiritual warfare
Suspenseful genetic thrillers exploring good vs. evil
Thought-provoking stories where belief meets biotechnology
Read it and decide for yourself: Is this a calling from God… or something far more engineered?
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Author Bio:
Welcome! I’m James Baldwin—no relation to the legendary author, though I’m honored to share the name. I’ve always had a deep love for books and storytelling, especially those that stir the imagination and inspire deeper reflection.
My passion for writing led me to create the Telly D. Young series, a thought-provoking and emotionally rich saga that blends science fiction with spiritual depth. Through Telly’s journey, I explore themes of healing, purpose, and the unseen connections that shape our lives.
In addition to fiction, I also write mindfulness-based books for kids and teens—stories designed to help young people slow down, focus, and reconnect with the present moment. Whether it’s through a gripping novel or a calming reflection, I’m driven to create meaningful experiences that ignite curiosity, spark inner growth, and offer peace of mind.
I’m truly grateful to share my work with you and invite you to join me on this journey through words.