Awakened

<p><em><strong>An oddly perfect balance of teen romance and action-packed sci-fi adventure.</strong></em></p><p> </p><p>Buckle up for an electrifying journey where superpowers extraterrestrial secrets and an unbreakable cosmic connection collide. C.J. Anderson's award-winning novel Awakened weaves a tale of love power and unearthly truths that unfold against the backdrop of the Ozark mountains.</p><p> </p><p>Meet Dru - a 17-year-old with monstrous abilities a legacy from a clandestine experiment by extraterrestrial beings known as Drakkon. Seeking refuge on Earth he conceals his true nature with his refugee parents Lo and Zane who possess extraordinary powers themselves.</p><p> </p><p>Enter Alayna - a seemingly ordinary high school student whose life takes an extraordinary turn when she discovers her own supernatural abilities and a mysterious connection to Dru. As their relationship blossoms amidst the chaos of high school they are thrust into a conflict involving otherworldly creatures and Alayna is forced to grapple with the truth about her origins and powers.</p><p> </p><p>But the story isn't just about love and adventure - it's a journey of self-discovery and acceptance as Alayna and Dru face internal struggles with their evolving identities and external battles against the Drakkon and other non-human entities. Themes of identity trust and power dynamics within supernatural communities weave through the narrative creating a story that transports readers into a world filled with magic advanced technology and fantastical elements.</p><p> </p>