The Aquarathi Books
THE GIRL WHO WOULD BE QUEEN Nerissa Marin hides among teens in her human form, waiting for the day she can claim her birthrightthe undersea kingdom stolen from her the day her father was murdered. Blending in is her best weaponuntil her father's betrayer confronts Nerissa and challenges her to a battle to the death on Nerissa's upcoming birthdaythe day she comes of age. Amid danger and the heartbreak of her missing mother, falling for a human boy is the last thing Nerissa should do. But Lo Seavon breaches her defenses and somehow becomes the only person she can count on to help her desperate search for her mother, a prisoner of Nerissa's mortal enemy. Is Lo the linchpin that might win Nerissa back her crown? Or will this mortal boy become the weakness that destroys her?
The coronation is over. But the battle has just begun. Nerissa Marin has won her crown. But can she keep it? Already, her ties to the human realm are driving a wedge between Nerissa and her people. When word arrives that her part-human prince consort, Lo, has been poisoned, she makes the difficult choice to leave Waterfell and return landside. As the royal courts debate her decision, even more disturbing rumors surface: a plot is rising against her, led by someone she least expects. On land, Nerissa learns another shocking truthLo does not remember who she is. As her choice to try to save him threatens her hold on her crown, changing loyalties and uncertainty test her courage in ways she could never have imagined. Nerissa will have one last chance to prove herself as a queen and save the undersea kingdom she loves.
THE FIRST LAW OF THE AQUARATHI: STAY HIDDEN FROM HUMANS Speio Marin desperately wants to return to his undersea home, but the Aquarathi queen-to-be, Nerissa, wants nothing to do with any of her people or her oceanic kingdom. Torn between his own desires and his sworn duty to his future queen, Speio spirals into despair. But when he meets Anya Delmonico—an enigmatic girl trapped by a dark past—he is drawn to her despite his loathing for humans. Anya is unlike anyone he’s ever met, and when she finds herself in mortal danger, Speio will risk discovery and more to protect her. Duty will topple to the greatest adversary of all…love. Praise for Seamonster: "An Excellent prequel to Waterfell - same fluid writing style, same excellent character depth, and left me wanting MORE!!" Beach Girl ★★★★★ "The love story had me swooning. A must read and I am giving this book 5 out of 5 stars." Amazon reviewer ★★★★★ "I love mermaids and the legends and myths surrounding them and this gave me another look into what they could be." Amazon reviewer ★★★★★