Rise of the Elites: 6 Authors, 1 Vision
Six Elites will Fall. Six will Rise.
Created by Jessica Cage, the shared-world series Rise of the Elites features interconnected fantasy novels written by six authors. Follow the journey of six lives—which will change forever—when they are chosen as the next to lead their people. Some will stumble, some will fall, but at the end of each journey, a new Elite will rise to Power.
Step into the world of Penumbra where the power between Light and Dark is a delicate balance that is currently at risk. The High Spirit has chosen six new Elites to Lead their people and protect the balance of their world.
Each book of this collection is written by a different author bringing the reader an exciting new experience which each installment. Rise of the Elites includes titles by:
“Ms. Cage gave us all an overview of the world called Penumbra and the rules,” author Delizhia Jenkins told Monster Complex. “After that, each of us were given free reign to write our stories. And yes, there was coordination between us. For instance, if one of us created a new monster that his/her character would encounter in the Penumbra, we would share that entity just for the sake of ensuring that our stories were in sync.”
“Creating a shared world has been a dream of mine for a few years,” Jessica Cage shared on her blog, “but the idea of inviting other authors to create stories in a world crafted by my brain was daunting. However, when the idea for the Rise of the Elites hit me, I knew I had to grab hold of it. If I didn’t, it would leave me and find its way to someone who would take off running with it. I hope that the Rise of the Elites will be the first of many projects like this.”
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Reign of the White Phoenix
By Jessica Cage
The Ancients foretold of the one with the white flame. She would change the world.
Hidden since birth from her own people, Elsfaer was born with a distinct marking that covered her entire body. Before she could walk, she was seen as a threat to their existence. But there were those who believed that she should be protected at all costs.
With the call for a new Elite, the High Spirit chose Elsfaer as the next to lead the Phoenix people. The very people she’d been told to fear all her life. But unlike the rest of her people who burned either a blue or red flame, Elsfaer’s fire was the hottest of whites.
Her white flame was a sign of change, of a new order for her people. Unfortunately, Phoenixes weren’t exactly open to change, but Elsfaer knows something they don’t. It has thrown the balance of the Phoenix off and if she doesn’t fix it, their flames will burn out for the last time.
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ABOUT AUTHOR JESSICA CAGE
Writing has always been a passion for award-winning, USA Today bestselling author Jessica Cage. She dabbles in artistic creations of all sorts but at the end of the day, it’s the pen that her hand itches to hold. Jessica had never considered following her dream to be a writer because she was told far too often "There is no money in writing." So she chose the path most often traveled. During pregnancy, she asked herself an important question. How would she be able to inspire her unborn son to follow his dreams and reach for the stars, if she never had the guts to do it herself? Jessica decided to take a risk and unleash the plethora of characters and their crazy adventurous worlds that had previously existed only in her mind, into the realm of readers. She did this with hopes to inspire not only her son but herself. Inviting the world to tag along on her journey to become the writer she has always wanted to be.
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House of the Blue Flame
By Delizhia Jenkins
The Houses are divided. A war is brewing between the clans. And our Elite has fallen.
My House—the House of the Blue Flame—has been the center of envy and fear by the other dragon clans for centuries. My grandfather and his father and so forth, protected our people as both the strongest breed of dragon and as Elites.
And now it’s my turn.
My name is Adaya, granddaughter of former Elite, Horace "The Devourer" and next in line to stand in his place. As my grandfather once said, "A nation cannot stand if the houses fall..."
I'm here to protect and unite my people before each of our houses destroy each other. High Spirit has already marked me as the chosen Elite... But the question remains, will my people accept me? Or, will I face the same fate as others who came before me?
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ABOUT AUTHOR DELIZHIA JENKINS
An urban fantasy and paranormal romance author, Delizhia Jenkins’ love for writing began in elementary school when the passion for storytelling developed into a journey of writing. Over the years, she honed her craft for storytelling and the written word by excelling in subjects such English and English Literature; and by indulging in her favorite pastime, which involved reading the works of Anne Rice, K'Wan, Christopher Pike, Carl Weber, Omar Tyree, and finally the late L.A. Banks. J.R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood also claimed her heart and author Karen Marie Moning joined the ranks of Miss Jenkins’ all time favorite authors.
Miss Jenkins began publishing in 2013 with her first African American romance novel, Love at Last. After that, it was realized that her true magic rested in her writing about the ancient, the esoteric, and the supernatural. Moreover, since 2014, after her release of Nubia Rising: The Awakening, Miss Jenkins remained true to herself and her calling. And of course, being a true romantic at heart, it was important for her to fuse romance with the paranormal with a dash of “color.” Miss Jenkins prides herself on writing for “the woman without the fairytale” and of course bringing magic and melanin to each book she writes.
Read our Monster Complex interview with Delizhia Jenkins about her novel in Rise of the Elites!
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Order of the Shadow Dynasty
By Jennifer Laslie
One girl. Two impossible tasks. Thirty days to survive.
Jaguar shifter Mei Ching is underqualified for the job at hand, but with the mark of the Elite appearing on her arm, she knows she must protect her position in order to ensure the safety of her people. The wolves have reigned for long enough.
But Mei’s not only been chosen as the next Elite, she’s also been tasked with discovering the cure for the virus ravaging the shifters. With her friend Tao by her side, they must unravel the clues left by the High Spirit, but there’s just one other problem. Mei is pretty sure Tao is her one true mate.
Between defending her place as the next Elite, suppressing her primal urges, and searching all over China and Penumbra for the cure, Mei isn’t so sure she’ll be able to survive the next thirty days.
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ABOUT AUTHOR JENNIFER LASLIE
USA Today Bestselling author Jennifer Laslie, author of the Unfortunate Spells series, writes paranormal romance and YA fiction. She’s a crazy cat lady who lives in Utah with her wonderful family, where her office affords her a mountain view that she loves! When she’s not thinking about cheesecake or cats, she can be found in the bookstore in the Young Adult section, coffee in hand.
Ascension Of The Blood Throne
By Mikel Wilson
A vampire prince. Two teenage girls. The ultimate fight for the throne.
Christian is the prince of the vampires and next in line now that their Elite Vampire King is dead. To claim his rightful place on the throne, he must first find a bride, Sometimes the best laid plans can't go off without a hitch.
Lilith, a recently turned vampire, is just your average teenager. Thrown into a struggle not her own, and fighting to figure out her growing powers, she must choose sides between the vampire hunters or the very creatures that turned her. When the Prince sets his sights on her best friend Mackinzie as his bride, he may become the hunted.
Sides will be chosen, powers will clash, but will Christian be ready to take the throne in time? Sink your teeth into a fantasy tale with a vampire twist no one will see coming in the
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ABOUT AUTHOR MIKEL WILSON
Best-selling author Mikel Wilson took the world by storm with The Hybrid series, a science fiction/fantasy series filled with action, mystery, romance, werewolves, vampires, Greek gods, and so much more. Despite such success, Wilson has not let it get to his head. Born and raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mikel was the youngest of nine children (four boys, five girls)—and, as such, was never lonely. Growing up, religion had been a major influence, mainly because he was the son of a preacher. This influence is still with him today, as he is the minister of music at his church. Mikel Wilson is married to Danielle and they have four children together.
Trials of the Black Throne
E.M. Lacey
Bastard. Heiress. Will she claim the throne?
Onyx Jones has spent most of her adolescent life dodging death. Now an adult, she appreciates the quiet life. It’s not perfect. It’s got its own drama. But she’s alive. Tranquility morphs into chaos the moment she crosses over into another realm: Penumbra.
Onyx discovers that she has been chosen by the High Spirit to be the Elite of the Orcs. She races against the clock to claim a throne she’s not sure she wants. With the help of a band of supernatural rejects, Onyx journeys to the Orc capital of Oracaii. Will she survive her calling?
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ABOUT AUTHOR E.M. LACEY
E. M. Lacey is an author who writes about diverse characters set in dark urban and dystopian landscapes. She's a coffee drinkin', meme postin', movie watchin' girl who loves to talk all things books and movies. You might bump into her at local comic cons and other such nerd fests. Whenever she's not getting her nerd on, she's writing, reading, binge-watching Netflix, or communing with horror movie fans and other authors online.
Fellowship of the Last Fallen
Kish Knight
Under the threat of everlasting fire, the Fallen and the Unfallen must unite… Or die.
Long exiled from the heavens, Dix knows her place as ‘one of the Fallen’, so when two Archangels show up on Earth to take her back to Fifth Heaven, she’s stunned. And whether she wants the job or not, she’s been chosen as the next elite.
With rogues wreaking havoc, and the higher-ups releasing the slow-burning flames to destroy their shadowy world among the clouds, the Angels need her help. But as she takes her position as Elite, the Council she thought would guide her have abandoned their post in protest of her coronation.
To make matters worse, the old Elite’s sexy brother has come to her with a secret matter that could get them both cast into the flames. Can she juggle her responsibilities and keep her people safe along with her heart?
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ABOUT AUTHOR KISH KNIGHT
The author of the Returned / Dark Inferno novel series, Kish Knight is a YA and New Adult paranormal fantasy author, was born and raised in the US Virgin Islands. Seeking out the supernatural, she relocated to Savannah, Ga., for the ghosts, ghouls, and old-world charm. After reveling in the Southern ghosts, she took residence in the DC area and met a new set of city spooks.
When not at her desk, she’s most likely to be found with a book (nose-deep), romping with her 8 dogs (7 pits and 1 Chihuahua mix), or plotting out ways to take over the world (or at least the book market). Her current round of busywork always involves developing a plethora of design documents for her latest e-book series. Kish also writes middle grade novels under the pen name of Cher Cabal.
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