Tales of the Fifth Guardian Series by C.M. Johnson

"Who are we to argue the choices of the Power?""What am I? I am something that has never been seen before; I am the culmination of centuries. I am the last pureblood of my line. I am someone, I am something that will live for centuries and die a little everyday."With those words Kerrisha Drew-Otlander fully steps into her destiny as the Fifth Knowledge Guardian of the People of Otland Iis... more"Who are we to argue the choices of the Power?""What am I? I am something that has never been seen before; I am the culmination of centuries. I am the last pureblood of my line. I am someone, I am something that will live for centuries and die a little everyday."With those words Kerrisha Drew-Otlander fully steps into her destiny as the Fifth Knowledge Guardian of the People of Otland Iis. But what are the Guardians?The Guardians are born in times of change for the People of Otland Iis and the Fifth Guardian has now been born. She is now coming into her Knowledge. It is her destiny to reunite the Clans but even her own clan does not believe she is a Guardian. Orphaned at twelve-years old, Kerrisha Drew-Otlander, is Queen of the Drew and Otlander Clans as well as the Fifth Guardian of Knowledge. Thousands of years ago, six clans lived in the seven provinces of Otland Iis (Atlantis to the regular humans) until their island home was destroyed by a cataclysmic volcanic eruption. The descendents of the survivors of Otland Iis now live among us in modern times with all the Power and Abilities of their ancestors. Clan wars over the centuries have divided the People into two factions: The Triad Clans and The Lost Clans. In a modern world they work against each other both in battle and in staying hidden from the humans in the cities surrounding them. Kerrisha must convince her own People she is who she claims as well as bridge the gaps left by centuries of war with the leaders of the other clans.This first book in the series follows Kerrisha on her first true undercover mission to Devon Clan and through a series of struggles, battles, and even places the young Queen on trial for treason. She finds love and romance with her Power-Chosen mate and begins to learn she is not as alone as she imagines. Included after the story is a short dictionary of Otlantesha, the ancient language of Otland Iis with an English-based pronunciation key.Caution: Some mature content less

"I could not believe it when Keri went into a vision following the Council meeting; my heart almost stopped when she started screaming, 'NO'." Kerreth's first words to us as his journal entries join Kerrisha's are filled with worry and concern that soon turn to fear as the still new Karth Tesha uses his abilities and Knowledge to help his young fiance. Did he go too far? "Together for centuries in life and forever in the Power... more"I could not believe it when Keri went into a vision following the Council meeting; my heart almost stopped when she started screaming, 'NO'." Kerreth's first words to us as his journal entries join Kerrisha's are filled with worry and concern that soon turn to fear as the still new Karth Tesha uses his abilities and Knowledge to help his young fiance. Did he go too far? "Together for centuries in life and forever in the Power." That's all Kerrisha dreams of as events speed her toward her wedding to Kerreth but what was in the vision that seized her as she left the Council chamber at the end of book one? What made her scream in terror? What is the secret she now holds and is desperate to protect? A secret she fears whe will see her placed on house arrest. So, can she hope to keep her secret long enough to break free of the Tower's influence and begin to fulfill her destiny as the Guardian? She can wish for happily ever after but, as the Queen of two clans, can she even hope for a normal quiet wedding? What about the traditions of the Lost Clans when it comes to a royal wedding in the Triad Clans? Control over her own wedding is ripped from Kerrisha's hands as we meet another of the Lost Clans and travel to the hidden and protected world of the Below City. Keri sees a danger no one else does and cries to be heard once again as the wedding approaches and her timid twin sister, Kennisha, becomes a target herself. But Kerrisha is only looking forward, to after the wedding, to the Blood-bond Ceremony when she and Kerreth will link their souls within the Power. What is the one negative effect of the Blood-bond? Will she share it with Kerreth and can they overcome it? Otlantesha dictionary and pronunciation key included after the story. Caution: Some mature content less

Finally, their time of Ascension is nearing but it has already been a busy year for Kerrisha and Kerreth and there is no sign that things will get any easier as the time approaches: Roderick was ended as the Power directed and the reconciliation with Devon Clan has begun but, while Kerrisha was left with a worrying prophecy about her visions, Kerreth is worried about her lack of reaction to their imprisonment at what is now being called Devon Fortress... moreFinally, their time of Ascension is nearing but it has already been a busy year for Kerrisha and Kerreth and there is no sign that things will get any easier as the time approaches: Roderick was ended as the Power directed and the reconciliation with Devon Clan has begun but, while Kerrisha was left with a worrying prophecy about her visions, Kerreth is worried about her lack of reaction to their imprisonment at what is now being called Devon Fortress. All that is set aside, however, as we join them on the morning of their wedding and coronation anniversaries. The week-long celebration of the start of the Second year of the Era of the Fifth Guardian leads to an unexpected development in Kerrisha’s relationship with the Security team, one that may place her in even more danger. Kerreth invited Richard and Damien to the opening of the Devon archives in the Below City without speaking to King Cristone or Queen Cristaria – How will his parents respond to such an unexpected visitor to the hidden capital of the lost island? The investigation into the compromising of Drew Complex culminates with a visit to the re-taken complex to deliver the findings on the anniversary of the battle. Was McAllister at fault? The Memory Blocks must fall before Ascension comes. What secret has Kerrisha been protecting for so long? Once their secret is revealed and “the past that has been lived is known,” we follow the young King and Queen as they make their preparations for a nice quiet Ascension. What surprise does the Power hold in store for them? How do they react to their new abilities afterward? What secret have Kerreth and Kerrisha been hiding from Edwere and Jonathan? An Otlantesha dictionary and pronunciation key follows the story. Caution: Some mature content. less

The vision that terrified Kerrisha at the end of Ascension comes to pass as Brindon’s attacks on the Tower continue. What terrible truth does she know about William? As Brindon’s attacks escalate Kerrisha begins to plan a mission that will take them over the ocean and deep into Europe and Thoran territory, visiting new complexes of both the Triad Clans and the Lost Clans... moreThe vision that terrified Kerrisha at the end of Ascension comes to pass as Brindon’s attacks on the Tower continue. What terrible truth does she know about William? As Brindon’s attacks escalate Kerrisha begins to plan a mission that will take them over the ocean and deep into Europe and Thoran territory, visiting new complexes of both the Triad Clans and the Lost Clans. Medical officer seems a natural position for Kerreth to hold as part of the Mission Team but why is he so worried about Keri’s planned route? As Julie’s first mission as Keri’s Tesha Dayou, a mission about negotiating and diplomacy seems a good one for the young Tesha Dayou and David as her Tesha to gain some experience but can spending so much time among the Lost Clans really come without a cost? But, before they leave, a surprise comes that even Kerrisha does not see and Jonathan lends his voice to the narrative to help tell his story. He has always seemed so easy going but we have yet to meet his family. What terrible secret is hidden in his past? An Otlantesha dictionary and pronunciation key follows the story. CAUTION: Contains Mature Situations less

Kerreth and Kerrisha have been back from the Thoran mission for over a month and it soon becomes apparent that Vynlon has done nothing to stop Brindon from harassing them as he is responsible for yet another attack on Kerrisha... moreKerreth and Kerrisha have been back from the Thoran mission for over a month and it soon becomes apparent that Vynlon has done nothing to stop Brindon from harassing them as he is responsible for yet another attack on Kerrisha. But is he working alone? The vision that started on the Thoran mission continues to plague Kerrisha, even forcing her to cut short an investigation following the return of the vision that gives her a thread of hope: “In the same moment I had seen the responsibility of the Guardian pass from me and onto the shoulders of my young daughter I had seen the one man who had been born to be Tesha to the fifth Guardian standing next to her. It was he I could prepare to deliver a final, desperate, clue to Kerreth to save my child from her fate and restore me to my destiny.” As Kerrisha wrote in her journal after the Thoran mission, they have entered into a year of betrayals that has only begun and the betrayals seem to come from all sides: From the complex director who has been misusing Power. To an oath, sworn to Kerrisha by a family member, that will be rejected. An agent is captured in a secret complex and, as they discover, all is not as it seems when the Cloaked Interrogator is called in. Then the mission ends with one of Kerrisha’s own secrets being exposed. Has she really been lying to Richard after swearing not to? A betrayal begun in King Victor’s time reaches its head, with Kerrisha bearing the brunt of a long forgotten desire for revenge. Finally, everything culminates in the worst betrayal as the Devon Prophecy comes to pass: The head of the line of yellow will face a danger from within. The head will be severed from the body by a betrayal from the line of fire. A Power Sworn oath in fire rejected and bonds broken painfully. The Betrayer’s work completed with an innocent framed. And a life-long friend turns his back on Kerrisha. Includes an Otlantesha Dictionary and Pronunciation key after the story. Caution: Contains Mature Situations. less