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357 pp.
| Disney/Hyperion
| June, 2016
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4847-1290-0$17.99
(3)
YA
Waterfire Saga series.
In this finale to the four-part mermaid epic, the descendants of the Atlantean mages face their hardest challenges yet. Astrid comes face-to-face with her terrible ancestor Orfeo, Ava confronts deadly spirits, Sera leads the resistance into war, and Ling smokes out a spy. Political intrigue, thrilling battles, and strong female characters produce a satisfying ending that hints at possible future stories. Glos.
313 pp.
| Disney/Hyperion
| January, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4231-8200-9$17.99
(3)
YA
Waterfire Saga series.
Mermaids Serafina, Neela, and the other descendants of the Six go their separate ways. Sera sets out in search of the talismans needed to destroy Abbadon, while Neela returns to Matali to warn her parents about the dangers that destroyed Miromara. The fast-paced plot, enchanting setting, and resourceful protagonists will keep fans of the series engaged. Glos.
392 pp.
| Disney/Hyperion
| October, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4231-8201-6$17.99
(3)
YA
Waterfire Saga series.
Our mermaid heroines continue their quest to find powerful, storied talismans and keep them away from brutal mage Orfeo. Ling seeks the pearl in a prison camp, Astrid returns to Ondalina, Becca challenges the Williwaw at Cape Horn, and Serafina allies with sea goblins to reclaim her throne. Series fans will adore the latest addition to this action-packed fantasy saga.
340 pp.
| Hyperion
| May, 2014
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4231-3316-2$17.99
(3)
YA
Waterfire Saga series.
After a group of assassins attack during her betrothal ceremony, mermaid princess Serafina and her friend Neela escape. Their prophetic dreams lead them to Romania, where a river witch hopes to unite six teenage mermaids who together have the power to defeat an ancient monster. Mermaid lovers will adore this earnest fantasy novel's detailed world-building, likable characters, and adventurous plot.