A thrilling and explosive epic fantasy of betrayal, revolution and dark magic pacts, as the Little Mermaid?s granddaughter marches to war, perfect for fans of H. M. Long, Adalyn Grace and Tricia Levenseller. The fairytale mermaid Arielle might have gotten her happily-ever-after, but her granddaughter Yemaya has inherited war. Her father was assassinated, her mother is slowly dying from a poisoned wound, and her people abuse her for her heritage.

Despite her fury at all the injustice, Yemi has been raised as the shield and light of a kingdom. And with the help of her patient mother and understanding personal guard ? and future wife ? Ennova, she keeps a level head. Most of the time?

But unrest is brewing, and rebellion in the air ? and Yemi finds herself at the head of a country that would not have her. Stripped of her power, her heritage, her throne and everyone she loves, she turns to the only person offering her help ? the ancient sea-witch, Ursla. But vengeance always comes with a price, one Yemi may be all too ready to pay.