She was never meant to exist.
Nineteen-year-old Evelyn Cross has two lives. By day, she's just another girl in the fading town of Ashford. By night, something else entirely.
When a routine night goes wrong, Evelyn is forced to confront a truth she's spent years running from. The fire that took her mother left more than scars—and the darkness closing in around her has a very personal interest in what she might become.
She was never meant to exist. But she does. And that changes everything.
The first book in an epic supernatural fantasy trilogy. Follow Evelyn Cross as she discovers that the fire that killed her mother awakened something far more dangerous inside her.
Free with Kindle UnlimitedFrom page to screen—the feature film adaptation brings Evelyn's journey to cinematic life with supernatural action and stunning visual world-building.
Nineteen years old, fierce, damaged, and deadly—the fire that killed her mother awakened something inside her.
A mysterious stranger with storm-grey eyes who claims to know what Evelyn truly is.
Evelyn's battle-hardened mentor and the ex-soldier who saved her from the fire.
Evelyn's loyal best friend who keeps her grounded and refuses to let her face the darkness alone.
An epic supernatural saga spanning three acts, following Evelyn Cross as she navigates a world where angels and demons wage war—and she's caught in the middle.
January 2026
When strange events force Evelyn to question everything she thought she knew, she'll discover that some fires can never be extinguished.
Available NowLate 2026
The journey continues. More secrets await.
Currently WritingTBA 2027
Every spark has its end. The trilogy concludes.
Coming Soon2025 - Present
Script development, casting, location scouting, and production design.
Late Summer 2026
Principal photography begins with behind-the-scenes content.
Late 2026 - 2027
Visual effects, sound design, scoring, and final editing.
2027
Theatrical release, festival circuit, and premiere events.
Co-Author & Creative Director
Sarah Penberthy is the creative force behind Rebel of the Forsaken, bringing her passion for dark supernatural fantasy and richly character-driven storytelling to life. As co-author of the book series, Sarah ensures that the heart of Evelyn's story remains authentic and emotionally resonant.
Co-Author, Director & Executive Producer
Johnathan Penberthy brings strategic storytelling and narrative craftsmanship to Rebel of the Forsaken as co-author and director of the film adaptation. His vision for the series ensures the story maintains its emotional core across all mediums.