L.D. Lewis’s dark, gorgeously crafted mermaid fantasy explores a haunting family legacy, war, and what we will sacrifice for vengeance–the perfect read for fans of The Priory of the Orange Tree and Circe.
A WELL-CONNECTED AUTHOR: L.D. Lewis is an established SFF editor, publisher and writer who serves as Lambda Literary’s Director of Programs and Operations, as well as Development Director at Clarion West. She is also a founding creator of the World Fantasy and Hugo Award-winning FIYAH Literary Magazine, the founding Director of FIYAHCON, co-creator of the Ignyte Awards, and a former researcher for the LeVar Burton Reads podcast.
SCALES, TRIDENTS & TAILS: This is our lead fantasy title, and we have an absolutely stunning hardcover package from award-winning designer Micaela Alcaino with 4C stenciled edges to match, making this impossible not to pick up off the shelf.
THE LITTLE MERMAID MEETS GAME OF THRONES: This fresh, fiery reimagining flips the classic mermaid fairytale on its head, coming closer to its dark Hans Christian Andersen roots than its Disney ones. Combining bloody court politics, West African mythology, a dangerous ancient magic, and a sapphic love triangle, this is modern epic fantasy at its finest.
LOVERS TO ENEMIES: Though there is a love story that runs through this novel, it subverts popular romantasy tropes, with a sapphic romance that is slowly corrupted by the desire for power and revenge. The result is no less juicy or satisfying than recent viral sensations–this dynamic will have you on the edge of your seat.
