The Atropos Maker by N.J. Lujan – An Action-Packed Adventure

N.J. Lujan is an internationally published author as well as Amazon best seller; she discovered her love and talent for writing as a teenager when she was the public affairs officer for her high school. She entered the U.S. Army after graduating and went on to have a successful corporate career alongside her passion for creating complex fiction as a ghost writer.

Action-thriller novels have always been highly popular among readers, and for a good reason. They not only take us on a thrilling ride but also provide an insight into the lives of government agents and soldiers. One such highly acclaimed series is The Atropos Maker by N.J. Lujan. This enthralling series is a must-read for all military and thriller enthusiasts. In this interview, we will delve into the details of this gripping series and why it is a must-read for everyone.

Tell us about your book.

The Atropos Maker series goes deep into the psyche of black-ops agents Norma and Alexander while they struggle to balance dangerous missions for the government, with parental fears. They learn that the real threat lies not within the agency or some far away country… it resides inside their minds.

What is the PRIMARY benefit, above all others, that your potential reader will gain from reading this book?

The reader will step into the shoes of government agents, veterans, and even first responders to personally feel the internal torment these courageous people suffer from and the effects it has on their loved ones. And perhaps, a little Greek.

If you had to compare this book to any other book out there, which book would it be?

I keep hearing Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan series.

Hundreds of thousands of books come out every year. Why should someone buy THIS book?

I work tirelessly to develop each character to not only put you in each character’s headspace, but make you feel the adrenalin as if you are a part of the team. When they are hit, I want you to feel the sting of failure. When they love, I want you to feel the warmth of their shield.

Who is your target audience?

A mature audience, either male or female, that would like to take an emotional glimpse into the life of a loved one, friend, or neighbor serving their country, their community, or the government.

Did your environment or upbringing play a major role in your writing and did you use it to your advantage?

As a previous Army soldier, it helped mold the characters into believable people. I also used my hometown, Martinsburg, WV, as a backdrop in the first book, and my birthplace, Washington DC, as the stage for the second and third books in the series.

Tell us your most rewarding experience since publishing your work?

Seeing it released to the world. And I must admit, the very first professional review I received after a decade hiatus, giving the book a 4.8 (out of 5 stars). I felt like my fingers were cold on the keyboard when writing the first, even the second in the series. It was rather rewarding to read that I retained the ability to tell a compelling story, rich with characters.

How would you describe your writing style?

I write quite descriptively, and love to spin webs with subplots that will keep you guessing.

Are your characters pure fiction, or did you draw from people you know?

Oh, no. I served with men that could mirror some of these characters. I think there is a piece of all of us that served together in this series.

Are you more of a character artist or a plot-driven writer?

I like to think both. I love when people cry for certain characters, but also feel accomplished when they relate the series to a good action story with twists and turns that they, “never saw coming”.