The Chosen Strain

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

By: Baldwin Book Publishing, James R Baldwin

Narrated by: Andrew Baldwin

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

A Powerful Blend of Fear

This audiobook takes listeners on a gripping journey where miracles have consequences and science encroaches on spiritual territory. Telly’s return to Alder Bend feels like a storm slowly building, with every character carrying their own fears and agendas. The tension surrounding his mysterious healing ability makes the story impossible to ignore. Andrew Baldwin’s narration adds depth, emotion, and urgency throughout.

A Masterclass in Tension and Revelation

The pacing of this audiobook is masterful. Just when the tension peaks, you get a revelation that reshapes everything you thought you knew. The characters’ motivations—good and bad—feel believable and layered. I especially enjoyed the interplay between Telly, Derrick, and Selene. The narration is strong, immersive, and emotionally engaging.

Suspenseful, Emotional, and Thought-Provoking

From the very first chapter, The Chosen Strain pulls you into a world where healing comes at a cost. Telly’s return during a deadly outbreak feels timely and powerful, while the families desperate for hope create a tense atmosphere. The clash between faith and science is handled brilliantly, with rival experiments driving the suspense. Derrick’s protective role adds heart, and Selene’s secrets keep the mystery alive. This book is more than just a thriller—it’s a reflection on whether faith can survive when science rewrites humanity’s destiny.

Thoughtful, Suspenseful, and Emotionally Rich

This is the rare thriller that balances high action with deep introspection. Telly questions everything—his identity, his purpose, and the consequences of every miracle he performs. That emotional vulnerability gives the story real strength. The supernatural science behind the bloodlines adds excitement and intrigue. The narrator’s delivery is steady, expressive, and engrossing.

Healing Becomes Dangerous

This audiobook delivers a chilling what-if: what if a miracle becomes a weapon? The characters surrounding Telly are layered, distrustful, desperate, and dangerous. The spiritual warfare mixed with secret experiments kept me listening late. It feels like Revelation meets X-Men with a twist of medical conspiracy. Excellent narration, tension, pacing, and philosophical depth.