First published 2026
Marin runs supplies between islands with her boat, carrying letters, flour, and even enchanted lemurs for anyone willing to pay. She lives alone on the water except for Perri, a sea serpent she rescued from fishing nets. The sea gives her freedom she values above all else. When Marin arrives at Alyssium, flames consume the city. Revolution has toppled the empire. She shifts from delivering goods to ferrying refugees, helping displaced people find new places to rebuild their lives. Among the evacuees is Dax, a composer who insists on bringing his instruments despite the danger. His refusal to abandon his music puzzles Marin. His love of stories and warm smile draw her in. She begins to wonder if saving Dax might actually mean he saves her instead.
Genres: romance, adventure, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Alyssium, Islands
369 pages · Hardcover · Bramble