Adaptation News: Jennifer Rush 'Altered' Series Gets Optioned!

Fans of author Jennifer Rush and her series Altered will love this news! 

Variety reports that TV and feature rights have been bought by Michael Preger and Jillian DeFrehn who are known for their work with 'Vampire Academy'. The rights include the Altered three novels and three e-novellas. Dennis DeFrehn will handle the production executive role on the project for Preger Entertainment. 

“What is unique and intriguing about ‘Altered’ is that the story intricately weaves together two very popular genres in today’s market,” Preger said. “It’s YA romance wrapped around a contemporary and gripping sci-fi thriller set in a world of human genetic enhancements and memory replacement — heralding an age of bio-weaponry.”

The deal was negotiated by Wayne Alexander of Alexander, Lawrence, Frumes & Labowitz and Laurence Becsey from the Intellectual Property Group, representing the producers. The author was represented by Pouya Shahbazian (“Divergent”) on behalf of New Leaf Literary & Media and Melissa Rogal of Lichter, Grossman, Nichols, Adler & Feldman.

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Jennifer Rush's Altered Series:

  

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“Altered,” published in 2013 by Little, Brown, follows a group of teenagers unwittingly recruited as subjects in a clandestine “government-sponsored” experiment to transform them into super-soldiers. The characters emerge in constant conflict with who they are and who they were — and must eventually rely upon their enhanced fighting and survival abilities to discover the truth.

The second book, “Erased,” was published in 2014, and the concluding tome, “Reborn,” was published in January.

Book Review: Erased by Jennifer Rush

Erased
Altered #2
Author: Jennifer Rush
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Paranormal
Released: January 7th 2014
Review Source: Loaned

After fleeing the Branch with Sam, Cas, and Nick, Anna is trying to make sense of the memories resurfacing from her old life. At the same time, she's learning how to survive in hiding, following Sam's rules: Don't draw attention to yourself. Always carry a weapon. Know your surroundings. Watch your back.

Then a figure from Anna's childhood reappears. Is it a Branch setup, or could it be the reunion Anna has hoped for? Uncertain of where her loyalties lie, Anna must fight to learn the truth -- before she is betrayed again. Ultimately, the answers hinge on one question: What was the real reason her memories were erased? Jennifer Rush delivers a thrilling sequel to Altered in a novel packed with mysteries, lies, and surprises that are sure to keep readers guessing until the last age is turned.

A friend of mine kept insisted that I should start Altered. After the non-stop nagging, I finally caved in. Let me tell you something, I was glad that she kept insisting that I read it. I was not disappointed; I really enjoyed the first book of this series. Now, this book… This book just caught me by surprise. I loved it. It was freaking great. The mystery and the suspense kept me awake.

So the gang is back, my lovely boys, Sam, Cas, and Nick are as adorable as ever. From the very beginning, this book is full of actions. The book is similar to the first book, but everything I thought this book would be about, is so not. I was completely blown away when I read about Anna, which this book reveals more about her. Of course you will get to know more about the boys’ background. At first I couldn’t stand one of them in Altered, but this book made me love him. You will need to read to find out why!

The twist and mystery is just outstanding. This book is so addicting, trust me, you will seat and read until you are done. You will be on suspense throughout the book.

I highly recommend that you start this series, PRONTO. You won’t regret it. Jennifer will capture your attention!

Waiting on Wednesday: Erased by Jennifer Rush

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"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Erased

Altered #2

Author: Jennifer Rush

Release Date: January 7th 2014

Publisher: Hachette Audio

They thought they had escaped. They were wrong.

After fleeing the Branch with Sam, Cas, and Nick, Anna is trying to make sense of the memories resurfacing from her old life. At the same time, she's learning how to survive in hiding, following Sam's rules: Don't draw attention to yourself. Always carry a weapon. Know your surroundings. Watch your back.
Then a figure from Anna's childhood reappears. Is it a Branch setup, or could it be the reunion Anna has hoped for? Uncertain of where her loyalties lie, Anna must fight to learn the truth -- before she is betrayed again. Ultimately, the answers hinge on one question: What was the real reason her memories were erased?
Jennifer Rush delivers a thrilling sequel to Altered in a novel packed with mysteries, lies, and surprises that are sure to keep readers guessing until the last age is turned