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The Chosen Strain

Telly D. Young - The Awakened Series: Is it Faith, or Something Deeper Like Genetic Engineering, Book Two

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The Chosen Strain

By: Baldwin Book Publishing, James R Baldwin
Narrated by: Andrew Baldwin
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Christian Science Fiction or End-Times Prophecy? A Gripping Thriller That Lets You Decide

WHEN HEALING BECOMES A CURSE, WHO CHOOSES WHAT’S WORTH SAVING?

Some call it a miracle. Others call it a curse. What if it’s both?

Telly D. Young has a gift no one can explain; his touch heals the sick, mends the broken, and brings life where death has already settled in.

But every miracle carries a hidden cost, one that could alter the future of everyone he saves!

When Telly returns to Alder Bend in the wake of a deadly COVID-19 outbreak, whispers spread quickly: The boy who vanished after a miracle has come back. Families desperate for hope flood to his door, but not everyone seeks healing; some want control, others want answers, and a few want him silenced forever.

Two secret experiments, one from the DNA of Christ, the other from Lucifer, created rival bloodlines fated to collide in a spiritual warfare where science, faith, and end-time prophecy converge.

Beside him stands Derrick Holloway, the soldier who once owed his life to Telly’s gift and now vows to protect him at all costs. Watching from the shadows is Selene Maris, a woman who knows far more than she should, a woman whose secrets might unravel everything Telly thought he understood about himself, his power, and the others like him.

As old friends reappear and strangers arrive with extraordinary abilities of their own, the question echoes louder:

Is Telly’s gift salvation or the beginning of humanity’s undoing?

Can faith survive when science rewrites destiny?

SCI-FI CHRISTIAN FANTASY THRILLER OF SECRETS & SURVIVAL

From the shadows of forgotten cathedrals to secret laboratories, The Chosen Strain is a pulse-pounding Christian Fiction thriller sci-fi Audiobook where faith, science, and destiny collide, challenging the limits of identity and power.

Whether a believer, a skeptic, or a lover of twists, listeners will be gripped by its mystery thriller suspense, complex characters, and the question: if given a supernatural gift, would you embrace it, or run from it?

©2025 James R Baldwin (P)2025 James R Baldwin
Coming of Age Literature & Fiction Romance Science Fiction & Fantasy Fiction Destiny Survival

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The post-COVID setting gives this storyline a sense of immediacy and realism. The panic, desperation, and speculation surrounding Telly’s gift mirror the way communities respond to unexplained phenomena in real life. The shadowy experiments tied to Christ and Lucifer add a mythic dimension that feels both ancient and futuristic. The narration is crisp and gripping throughout.

A Prophetic Thriller

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This is the second book of three and it was good, but not as good as the first one. It was a little too plot not character driven for me and I didn't care for the characters as I did in the first book. Will probably take a break before I listen to the final book.

Good, but not great...

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This audiobook is full of tension, mystery, and philosophical depth. The healing touch isn’t a blessing here—it’s a ticking time bomb. The rival bloodline theme adds stakes bigger than any single character. Derrick’s loyalty and Selene’s secrets amplify the suspense. A compelling Christian sci-fi thriller that asks hard questions with incredible storytelling.

Powers That Rewrite Fate

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I loved the blend of theology and biotechnology. It asks whether miracles are divine or manufactured, and every chapter deepens that question. The atmosphere is eerie, mysterious, and intense. The cast of characters with strange abilities adds excitement. Perfect for listeners who enjoy prophecy thrillers, mysterious science, and supernatural suspense with depth.

Secrets Behind Holy Bloodlines

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The Chosen Strain blends biblical lore and genetic engineering into a story that feels disturbingly possible. The concept of Christ and Lucifer bloodlines opposing each other is bold and captivating. Derrick’s protective role adds emotional grounding, and Selene’s secrets deepen the intrigue. Fans of end-times thrillers and speculative Christian fiction will be absolutely hooked.

Prophecy Meets Biotechnology

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