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Penberthy Family Entertainment creates original fiction that explores complex themes, morally gray characters, and immersive worlds. Our stories are designed to resonate emotionally while challenging readers' perspectives.

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We develop original stories and characters, building expansive universes that span multiple books and media formats.

Complex Themes

Our stories explore moral ambiguity, identity, belonging, and the choices that define us—no simple heroes or villains.

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Our books are crafted with cinematic adaptation in mind, creating stories that translate powerfully to film.

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Rebel of the Forsaken: First Spark Book Cover
Book One
Supernatural Fantasy Novel • Trilogy

Rebel of the Forsaken: First Spark

By Sarah Penberthy & Johnathan Penberthy

The first book in an epic supernatural fantasy trilogy following Evelyn Cross—a nineteen-year-old with hidden powers caught between the forces of heaven and hell. A dark, character-driven story perfect for fans of Ninth House and The Dresden Files.

Release January 2026
Format Kindle, Paperback, Hardback
Series Book 1 of 3
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Reader Reviews

What Readers Are Saying

"I finished it in about three hours and honestly, I didn't want to put it down for a second… if you like darker supernatural vibes with a lot of emotion and tension, you'll LOVE this!"
— Amazon review
"Gives the vibes of Supernatural and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but with much more detail."
— Amazon review
"This book is all action!!! Super fast paced… Gripping, emotionally charged! I absolutely need book 2!"
— Amazon review
Coming October 31, 2026

Book Two

Broken Flame: Book Two of Rebel of the Forsaken
Book Two
Book Two of Rebel of the Forsaken · October 31, 2026

Broken Flame

By Sarah Penberthy & Johnathan Penberthy

Evelyn Cross survived the night that should have killed her. The price was everyone she trusted.

Her mentor lies in a coma. His journals read less like protection and more like a file kept on a test subject. And her power has stopped asking permission — surging when she's afraid, slipping when she's angry, blurring the line between where she ends and it begins.

Dane is patient. Dane is elegant. Dane is honest in ways that cut deeper than any lie. How long was he watching you before he saved you?

The Ashen Veil didn't retreat after Ridgefield. They evolved. Because Dane has learned what Heaven and Hell already fear: He doesn't need Evelyn willing. He only needs her broken.

Some things burn brighter broken.

Release October 31, 2026
Format Kindle, Paperback, Hardback
Series Book 2 of 3
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Dive deeper into Evelyn's world. Read excerpts, explore characters, discover the complete trilogy roadmap, and learn about the upcoming film adaptation on the official franchise site.

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About the Authors

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Sarah Penberthy

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. With backgrounds in Fine Art and Web Design, she crafts stories that explore the blurred boundaries between light and darkness.

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Johnathan Penberthy

Co-Author & Director

Johnathan Penberthy brings strategic storytelling and world-building expertise to Rebel of the Forsaken. As both co-author and director of the film adaptation, he ensures the story maintains its emotional core across all mediums.

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Film Adaptation

First Spark is being adapted into a feature film, with principal production slated for October 2027.

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