A hidden group of people who are the next stage in evolution has fascinated sci-fi fans in properties from X-Men to Heroes. But these novellas do little to develop characters along with the world-building. The insta-mate trope appears immediately, with alpha males who find protecting their female mates biologically necessary. It's disappointing to think the next generation would return to acting like cavemen (and women would find it sexy). The sex is hot, interactions between the couples cool it right off with extreme alpha male posturing.

Summary: In this three-novella anthology, Dr. Esme Durand discovers a secret community of the next stage of human evolution and its leader, Braxton Lee. In her attempt to save her nephew, Esme learns she and her brother are also Elect -- and people are hunting them. Her colleague is also Elect, and he's estranged from his mate, Mallory, who infiltrates the organization hunting the Elect. And finally, Esme's brother Carter reunites with the mother of his son -- after they've rescued her from her captors.

(Review is for entire 3-novella anthology)