About the Author

Medina Madden

MEDINA MADDEN writes stories that live between worlds. Where reality cracks just enough to let the extraordinary slip in. Known for her sharp dialogue, layered characters and emotional storytelling, Madden doesn’t just create fantasy, she builds mirrors. Her stories tackle ambition, identity and the quiet courage it takes to be human in a world that constantly asks for perfection. When she’s not writing, she’s people-watching, sketching out new universes, or deep in a coffee-fueled research spiral about forgotten myths and modern power structures. The Last Monarch is her boldest work yet a coming-of-age story dressed in mystery and magic, built on heart, fear, and the search for truth.

Emory Kimura- a strong sorceress forced to live in Laruma, a realm where magic is restricted. This doesn’t stop her from continuing her practice causing her to earn the ire of the Council. In exchange for her freedom she’s assigned an impossible task to complete inside LayCorth University. She’s a young woman cloaked in mystery preferring the comfort of the shadows to the light. But there may be more to her cold exterior as she grapples with more than just an impending execution.
Taft- a strong swordsman and the group’s ray of sunshine. He’s been friends with Emory for a few years as they both studied under the same teacher. He’s exceptional in both the battlefield and the social scene. Someone who can get along with anyone is the image he gives off. However, Taft’s sunny personality may be a front to hide behind as not much is known about his background.

Alistar Pennington- A successful multi-billionaire businessman that pays a visit to LayCorth University. He’s an eccentric who loves all things supernatural and isn’t afraid to make that his whole brand despite how much the government warns against it. He offers Matthias and two others the chance to move up when he creates his All Star internship on his private island. This sets off a chain of events that only seem to really burden Matthias. What could this man who’s always clutching on to the spotlight possibly be hiding?

Adriana Margentine- an artistic and loyal friend to Edwin and Matthias at LayCorth. Adopted into the prestigious Margentine family illustrates a different path for her. Adriana’s affectionate eyes towards her friend, Ty almost creates distance between the two, but love can never give up. Her position as Head of Yearbook leads her to a new discovery on the island.

Edwin Cavanaugh- a privileged and energetic student at LayCorth University. The heir to the Cavanaugh family, irritating promised students. His best friends, Matthias and Adriana both describe him as naive and sensitive. Edwin’s kind heart and need for approval leads him to trouble when his obsession with Alistar Pennington takes him down a dangerous path.

Natalie Long- An extraordinary and annoying privileged student at LayCorth University. Long Industries is the only accomplish Natalie may boast about, as her perfect academic performance has been surpassed by none other than Matthias Temples. Her jealousy and curiosity to his work only forces her to best him at all times. Perhaps, she can win against her rival, if she wasn’t limited to the human body.

Felix Donahue- Another amazing and indecisive privileged student at LayCorth. Felix struggles between books or sports on most days. He is known to be an acquaintance to Natalie, but nowhere near malicious. Why, he may have a good looking face, his thoughts never escape another opportunity to make promised students, like Ty, a nightmare.