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Author Staci Troilo

9/30/2020

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I'm excited to welcome author Staci Troilo to my blog site today to tell us about the fifth book of her acclaimed Astral Conspiracy Series. For this particular series, Staci uses the pen name of D.L. Cross, which you'll notice on the books in the photos below.

Staci is a prolific and award-winning writer. Her commitment to the art of writing is unsurpassed. Please join me in welcoming her and prepare yourself for an other-worldly experience. It's all yours, Staci!   
​​Ciao, Gwen. Thanks so much for inviting me here today. I love first-time visits and am so excited to be here. And a heart-felt “hi” to all your readers.

I’m here today to talk about my Astral Conspiracy Series. It’s technically science fiction, as it’s part of the acclaimed Platt and Truant
Invasion Universe, but my saga is as much thriller as it is sci-fi, so I thought I’d have a little fun with my marketing and include pages from the top-secret government files on my main characters. Today, I’m sharing info on Nadia Adler.


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​DOSSIER

Name: Nadia Adler
Occupation: Agent for US Government AATIP (Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program)
Of Note: Hired to debunk rumors of alien sightings and unaware of the existence of aliens before Astral Day.
 
TRANSCRIPT OF INTERVIEW BETWEEN AUTHOR AND CHARACTER ON ASTRAL DAY (the day the world is alerted to the approach of alien ships) via video conference. (Video is eyes-only, file #6091999-V, director’s approval required.) 


​Subject photo available,
 file #6091999-G


Staci: Hey, Nadia. How’s it going?

Nadia: Couldn’t be having a better day. Well, maybe if Halpern was fired. Or killed in action. But basically, this is a banner day for me.

Staci: (eyes open wide) Oh. Um. Okay. Well, that was vivid. Uh… what makes today so noteworthy?

Nadia: (with an incredulous look on her face) You’re joking?

Staci: I know the Astral app went off and aliens are coming. But why do you think that’s a good thing?

Nadia: I’ve been twiddling my thumbs while Homeland, CIA, FBI, and NSA have all looked down on us. Until now. Now, they’re looking to us for help. Finally going to be on the front lines. And even though Halpern tried to keep the deets to herself, Beck read me and Chandra in. Time for some action. And for some recognition.

Staci: There are seven and a half billion people on this planet who are terrified this means the end of civilization as we know it. Don’t you think a power play is… I don’t know. Ill-timed? Inappropriate?

Nadia: Staci, there are two immutable truths I know. One, we’re all going to die sometime, so we might as well enjoy ourselves while we can. And two, when the dust settles, I don’t care if humans win or aliens do. What I do care about is a seat at the table. And you can bet your last dollar I’ll be there.

Staci: You don’t care if we lose?

Nadia: Empires rise, empires fall. Been that way since the beginning, and it’ll be that way ’til the end. I might not be able to decide who wins and who loses, but I can decide who I work for.

Staci: And if the aliens don’t want human minions?

Nadia: They’ll want me.

Staci: What makes you so sure?

Nadia: Because I always make myself indispensable. Look at AATIP. My title’s not Special Agent, but Director Beck already trusts me more than his number two. It’s only a matter of time before I replace that useless lump Halpern. And then, before I take Beck’s job.

Staci: How are you going to take his job if there’s no more AATIP? No more United States? No more planet?

Nadia: So short-sighted, Staci. You just can’t see the bigger picture.

Staci: I’m the queen of the bigger picture. I’m willing to bet I know more about how this all will play out than anyone else.

Nadia: And yet you can’t see what I see. What my plans are. What your fatal flaw is.

Staci: Enlighten me.
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Nadia: Much as I’d love to see your face when you realize how blind you were, I don’t think I will. In fact, I don’t want to keep talking to you at all. I have a few more plans to put in place. (she turns off the camera and the recording goes dark)

​Nadia makes her debut in the  Astral Conspiracy Series  in book one, The Gate. You can read a brief synopsis of all five books below, and each one has links to its product page and a purchase link.
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The Gate: When the hypotheses of disgraced ancient alien theorist Landon Thorne prove to be true, he travels across the globe in search of a way to communicate with—and perhaps stop—the approaching alien armada.
Full Blurb | Purchase Link

The Stones: The invasion couldn’t be prevented, but there is a chance the Astrals can be driven away… if Landon Thorne can reach the Georgia Guidestones, unearth its secrets, and decode the mystery before the aliens stop him.
Full Blurb | Purchase Link

The Nine: Landon Thorne and his team of resistance fighters seek a cipher to decode the message accompanying a cache of alien artifacts they’ve unearthed, but the government, a clandestine cabal, and the Astrals themselves stand in their way and might not only put an end to their plans—they might put an end to their lives.
Full Blurb | Purchase Link

The Twins: When all factions converge for a human-versus-alien showdown, resistance fighter Reverie Sterling gets help from the least likely source. But even then, it may be too late for everyone she loves to make it out alive.
Full Blurb | Purchase Link
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The Lab: In the final showdown between Earthlings and Astrals, twins Asha and Vonn insist their long-lost grandfather has a plan to save humanity. It’s a long-shot, but the resistance takes it—and no one is prepared for the consequences.
Full Blurb | Purchase Link
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​About Staci Troilo/D.L. Cross
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D.L. Cross has loved science fiction ever since she was a young girl and fell for Major Don West on television's Lost in Space. To this day, she still quotes the show, though her favorite lines were spoken by the robot and the antagonist. Parallel universes or alternate realities, aliens or dinosaurs, superpowers or super viruses, time travel or AI... no sci-fi theme is off limits and all of them fascinate her.

D.L. Cross also writes other genre fiction under the name Staci Troilo, and you can find more information about all her identities and all her work at her website
: https://stacitroilo.com.
 
Connect online:
Website | Blog 
Troilo Amazon |  Cross Amazon 
Troilo BookBub | Cross BookBub 
Troilo Goodreads | Cross Goodreads
Social Media  

Thanks again for the warm welcome, Gwen. And thanks to all of you for visiting. This post was as fun to write as the stories were, and I appreciate you taking the time to read it. Grazie!

41 Comments
Harmony Kent link
10/1/2020 04:40:09

Great post, ladies! And that Nadia is quite the character. I'm racing through book 4 at the moment and am love, love, loving this whole series! Brilliant writing. Best of luck wtih everything, Staci. :)

Gwen, it's lovely to visit with you today :)

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 05:32:18

I'm over the moon that you're enjoying this series, Harmony. Thanks so much!

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:23:20

Thank you for visiting, Harmony. I'm excited for Staci and wish her all the best!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 05:34:11

Gwen, I'm so grateful that you hosted me here today. Thanks for opening your online home to me and giving me such a warm welcome. I really appreciate it.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:25:31

I'm elated to showcase you and The Astral Conspiracy Series! Congratulations on this latest achievement. The reviews are extraordinary and I'll be adding my high-five soon!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 07:21:09

That means the world to me. Thank you.

Joan Hall link
10/1/2020 05:38:47

Nadia had an "interesting" character arc. I wanted to kill her at first, then... Well, let's just say I'm not sure. Congrats on the release of the last book!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 05:48:29

I think when they created the term "complex character arc" they had her in mind.

Thanks, Joan.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:27:12

Thank you for stopping by, Joan. It's always fun to welcome readers to a new release.

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CS Boyack
10/1/2020 05:48:33

Nadia is one of my favorite characters. Most will disagree with me, but her scenes are always important and I love to hate her.

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 05:49:32

Her scenes are important. And she's super fun to hate. Not to mention a delight to write. Thanks, Craig.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:27:53

Thank you for visiting, Craig, and adding to the conversation.

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Priscilla Bettis link
10/1/2020 05:57:57

Oh, that Nadia is something else. I hope she gets her comeuppance. Good luck to Ms. Troilo on the recent release of this series!

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:29:07

Thank you for visiting, Priscilla. It's always exciting when there's a new release, and you've helped make it so. 😊

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 06:34:28

"Something else" is putting it mildly. Thanks, Priscilla.

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Teri Polen link
10/1/2020 06:20:31

Nadia still hasn't changed my mind about her. Looking forward to getting back to this series - congrats, Staci!

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 06:29:47

Thank you, Teri, for adding to the excitement. I'm super happy for Staci.

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 07:23:33

I can't wait to get your opinion of her as you read on, Teri. And be honest!

Thanks for visiting. And reading!

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Mae Clair link
10/1/2020 07:15:45

Nadia has turned out to be one of the most intriguing characters in this series, and that's really saying something because they are all so freaking good. I'm still unsure how I feel about her (now halfway through book 5), but I do love her scenes.

This is an amazing series. I can't praise it (or the writer) highly enough. The complexity is mind-blowing.

All the best to Staci, and as always, you really roll out the red carpet for your guests, Gwen!

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 07:25:43

Thank you, Mae. It's exciting to feature the achievements of writers, and five books in a series -- WOW!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 07:24:27

Your excitement continues to excite me, Mae. Actually, it blows me away. Thank you.

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Marcia Meara link
10/1/2020 08:11:49

Gorgeous post, Staci & Gwen. Lovely to look at and delightful to read! :) These interviews are so much fun, Staci, and I'm getting closer to my binge read of all five books. They are lined up on my Kindle, ready to go. Sharing!! :)

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 08:36:32

Thanks so much, Marcia. The posts were fun to write. And as for TBRs, I feel your pain. My Kindle mocks me every time I download another book.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 09:43:34

Thank you, Marcia. I'm looking forward to reading the entire series. ☺

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Jan Sikes
10/1/2020 08:12:41

How wonderful to see Staci and all of her new books featured here today, Gwen! A friend recently had a birthday and I gifted her the first book of the series. She's already read it and loved it! Congrats on all of these new releases, Staci!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 08:38:10

Jan, that is the nicest thing you could have said to me. Thank you. Please pass on my delight that she enjoyed it.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 09:45:14

Thank you, Jan. It is a pleasure featuring Staci and her entire series. What an accomplishment!

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John Howell link
10/1/2020 09:00:20

Congratulations, Staci. So nice to see you on Gwen's blog today. Thank you, Gwen for hosting Staci today.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 09:46:31

Thank you, John. I'm intrigued by Staci's series and can't wait to reach each volume.

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 09:51:42

Thanks so much, John!

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D.L. Finn
10/1/2020 10:48:56

Fun interview, Staci. I love how Nadia has developed through the books. I'm right in the middle of The Twins and loving it.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 11:59:28

Thank you, Denise. I'll be following in your foot steps soon. Can't wait!

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 12:08:30

Nadia seems to be getting a lot of reader attention. I think that means I did my job! Thanks, Denise.

And I'm thrilled you're enjoying The Twins.

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Vashti Q link
10/1/2020 12:29:39

Another great character interview, Staci. Science Fiction and thriller are an exciting combination. Great post! Thanks for hosting, Gwen! :D

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Staci Troilo link
10/1/2020 13:11:56

You know, I never gave it much thought until I wrote this series. Then I found the two really paired beautifully. Thanks, Vashti.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 15:06:23

Thank you for visiting, Vashti. I agree with you, science fiction and thriller are an exciting duo. 😀

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Judi Lynn
10/1/2020 18:09:36

Nadia can be an awful human being, but I had to feel sorry for her when the aliens zapped her up to their ship. Ich! And now, after book 4, I have mixed feelings about her. I'm really intrigued about how things will turn out for her at the end of book 5.

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Gwen M Plano
10/1/2020 19:01:33

Thank you for visiting, Judi. I'm so looking forward to following in your footsteps in reading the full series.

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Staci Troilo link
10/2/2020 06:46:11

SPOILER ALERT! lol

She can be a royal pain, for sure. She's the one readers love to hate most of all. I won't tell what happens to her, but I will say she has quite a character arc. Thanks for coming along for the full series ride, Judi.

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Jacquie Biggar link
10/1/2020 22:08:31

I may not like Nadia, but have to admire her spirit. She doesn't give up, no matter how dire things get.
This series is excellent!

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Gwen M Plano
10/2/2020 03:04:21

Thank you, Jacquie, for visiting. I'm looking forward to reading the entire series, especially now.

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