Did you have to do any specific research into genetically modified disease processes in anticipation of this novel?Īctually, I did some research on how certain viruses, like the modified adenovirus have been engineered to attack cancer cells, along with gene therapy. Super jelly of anyone who can! During the course of this latest instalment of the Origins series of novels, Evie and the band take on a strain of the flu which turns into something else entirely. Whenever I finish a book that’s a part of a series, I need a break between them. I had close to a year in-between writing them. Did you write them consecutively? Or did you have a break from the world in between? Now The Burning Shadow comes out in October this year and follows on almost immediately after the events of Darkest Star. For a lot of the readers, it’s like visiting old friends when they see certain characters from the Lux Series. They’ve been really excited to get back into the world that’s both familiar and new to them, since they’re seeing what it’s like after the invasion. How have your fans reacted to this continuation of the tales of these handsome aliens?

It follows on after the events of the rise and fall of the Luxen and their invasion of earth and features fan favourite Luc in the starring role. Jennifer took some time to sit down again with Nerd Daily contributor, Tasha Leigh, and answer some of her burning questions So last year you released The Darkest Star, a spin-off from your popular Lux novels. In October, she follows up the release of last years, The Darkest Star with its sequel, The Burning Shadow, a continuation of the story of Evie and Luc. In May, the prolific writer released Storm and Fury, the first novel in the Harbingers series, a spin-off from her popular Dark Elements, to great enjoyment from her fans.

In 2019 alone, Armentrout has produced two major young adult releases. Boasting a total back catalogue of more than 50 written works, all published in the past 10 years, whether you are into action, adventure, or a heartthrob romance, she has probably published a novel to suit your tastes. Jennifer L Armentrout is a publishing force.

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