In Catalyst, the follow-up to November Ellison's breakout novel, Beacon, Pastor Jo Benally struggles to cope with the realization that the innocent are not immune to the evils of the world. Chloe, a child in her congregation, can see vampires, and Jo decides to take on the role of protector for the girl, moving with Chloe's family to Virginia. But Jo's presence may be more of a liability than an asset. Contrary to their solitary nature, vampires begin to congregate around Jo, whose powers as a Beacon are growing by the day. Realizing she facilitates love and lustful inclinations in those around her, Jo finds herself at the crux of an undead love triangle. Making matters much more complicated, the murderous, immoral agency Jo worked for before turning to God reinserts itself into her life. RAND seeks to understand-and wield-the power of vampirism as a weapon. RAND must be stopped. As matters come to a head, Jo suddenly understands her purpose in this bloody, dark, and violent world. Assuming the role of protector once again, Jo defends the vampires from RAND and teaches them to use their powers for good. But will it be enough to save them?
Author Biography
November Ellison is a highly successful analyst and digital marketer who holds an undergraduate degree in French and a graduate degree in sociology. She has published a number of nonfiction, work-related articles, both online and in various periodicals. Prior to the publication of her breakout novel, Beacon, and its sequel, Catalyst, her last published work of fiction was a play. Although released in 1994, it is still in production in numerous colleges and universities. Ellison shares her home with her two teenage children and five adorable, inscrutable felines.
