The Tides of Loss and Longing

By E. M. Barne

She was never meant to love a human, especially not one who could destroy her.

Aurelia belongs to the sea-but longing has always pulled her toward the world above the waves. When she strikes a dangerous bargain with the Sea Witch, trading her tail for fragile human legs, she gains the chance to walk among men... and a heart capable of love, desire, and devastating loss.

Drake Hawthorne has nothing left but his ship and his sins. Betrayal shattered his family, blood stains his past, and as captain of the Red Dawn, he's sworn never to care again. Until a shipwreck leaves him stranded on a remote island with a mysterious woman whose secrets run deeper than the ocean itself.

Their attraction is immediate. Their connection undeniable. And their love forbidden.

Hunted by a ruthless enemy crew and haunted by the magic Aurelia cannot escape, they're forced to choose between the safety of their separate worlds-or a passion powerful enough to ruin them both.

A lush, high-heat Little Mermaid retelling featuring forbidden love, secret identity, forced proximity, and a guaranteed happily ever after. This is the prequel novel to the Love from the Deep series. Perfect for readers who crave emotionally rich fantasy romance with magic, peril, and irresistible longing.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DK41VSSQ
• ISBN13: 9798342673167
• Release Date: November 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.0"