Poseidon by Carly Spade

Character Types: Demi Gods, Royalty, Merman, Gamers, Athlete

Tropes: Instant Love, Epic Love

Themes: Reincarnation, Summer Read

Why I Recommend It: Carly Spade’s writing is very easy to get into (I do want to put out its better to read the series in order if you can) it has deep layers that are crafted with charm and flirting that culminates into a story you will want to grab your pom pom’s to cheer them on towards finding their HEA. It has a delightful blend of themes and character types that will draw you so deep into the world that this author has crafted. And as a plus they are on KU.

Myth of Dragons by Aja James

Character Types: Shifter, Mermaids, Dragons, Dream Walker, Plain Jane, Curvy, Tortured Hero, Royalty, Fae

Tropes: Road Trip Adventure, Forbidden Love

Themes: Power Couple, Funny, Magical, Danger/Suspense, Heart/Emotionally Touching

Time Era: Victorian England

Why I Recommend It: This is a wild adventure that will brings shocks and delights to your reading. It will combine many elements that normally wouldn’t fit but Aja James really makes it work in the best of ways. Its a consuming story and delivers fairy tale vibes. We see such teamwork that comes into play between our two characters to bring down a great evil. I guarantee it will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Goddess of the Sea by P.C. Cast

Character Types: Mermaids, Military, Protector, Alpha-Mellow

Tropes: Forbidden Love, Forced Proximity

Themes: All The Feels

Sub Genre: Time Travel

Why I Recommend It: This is a story where at first you aren’t sure where the author is actually taking you. Its an adventure that digs deep into mythology, a heroine on a run and comes across a kind but protective alpha male but fate has other plans for them. It will give you twists and turns you won’t expect and a unconventional ending that works.

The Sea King by C.L. Wilson

Character Types: Demi Gods, Royalty, Psychic Abilities, WarriorProtector, Sprited Heroine

Tropes: Fish out of Water, Road Trip Adventure, Matchmaking

Themes: Scars/Trauma, Man/Woman in Peril, Magical

Why I Recommend It: If you love epic fantasy romance and want more detail in the world building and with a couple that you can easily fight for ….this one is for you. C.L. Wilson is queen when it comes to epic fantasy and one of the best authors out there for this sub genre. This is the type of story that is guaranteed to give you a book hangover. Its packed with poignant emotional intimacy and a powerful read that will win your heart over.

Bay of Sighs by Nora Roberts

Character Types: Mermaid, Shape Shifters, Bubbly Heroine

Tropes: Forced Proximity, Slow Burn

Themes: Psychic Abilities, Magical, Friendships

Why I Recommend It: This is a story that is highly refreshing and perfect for summertime. We have such a winning bonds of friendships but also an unrequited slow burn love that builds. Our hero is so respectful of the heroine and not wanting to take advantage of her. It has powerful yearning and deep love that you know will last. The magic of the story was filled with heart and deep friendships. Its definitely a heartwarming story that you can cozy up with on a warm summer’s day.

Wild Blue Under by Judi Fennell

Character Types: Merpeople, Royalty,

Tropes: Secret/Mistaken Identity, Fated Love, Forced Proximity

Themes: Witty Banter, Self Discovery

Why I Recommend It: This is a story that will be comforting and easy to read and will curl your toes. Its not super deep but is a fun engaging read that will deliver on forced proximity vibes.

Shifters in the Night by Molly Harper

Character Types: Shifter, Mermaids, Deer

Tropes: Opposites Attract, Unrequited Love

Themes: Small Town, Laughs/Giggles

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance, Romantic Comedy

Why I Recommend It: This has the same essence of the bayou magic as many of the other books in the series. I loved the couple dynamic, you don’t see this type of pairing of shifters too often. It has the small town connection and endearing charm and all the hilarious gossip that only a small town will deliver. The hero is the mer shifter in this one and boy does he make a sexy one. This PNR is done in duo pov and the audio is FANTASTIC! A true magical romance!

The Nymph King by Gena Showalter

Character Types: Royalty, Shape Shifter, Alpha Male, Demi Gods

Tropes: Forced Proximity

Themes: Kidnapping, Atlantis. Side Romance Plot

Why I Recommend It: This is pure plain fun in typical Showalter fashion. It has a laugh out loud alpha male, a strong and sassy heroine who fights for what matters amid the magical setting of Atlantis under

In The Dark of Dreams by Marjorie M. Liu

Character Types: Shape Shifter, Mermaids, Dream Walking, Investigator

Themes: Mutual Working Together, Danger/Suspense

Tropes: Fated Love, One True Pairing

Why I Recommend It: This might be the most powerful book that this author has ever written. It has so many layers and surprises left and right. But what really hits different with this one is when seeing the hero and heroine work together in this one. The heroine especially surprises you how devoted she is and the work ethic she is willing to put towards the relationship. She fights just as hard as he does. And the ending is reminicent of the “riding off into the sunset” vibe.

So I Married A Sorcerer

Character Types: Royalty, Pirates, Alpha Male, Dragons, Spirited Heroine, Tortured Hero

Tropes: Mistaken Identity, Road Trip Adventure, Return to Hometown, Rags to Riches, Arranged Marriage, Enemies to Lovers

Themes: Secrets, Man or woman in Peril,

Why I Recommend It: This is a story that is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat and its a story that will knock your socks off. It has everything needed to satisfy every romance readers heart when it comes to a fantasy romance. Keep you on the edge, packed with adventure vibes, deliver plenty of thrills and intrigue and end your day with feeling like you are on the top of the world for reading it! a true romantic gem!!!!

What are your thoughts on the books listed? Do you have a love for creatures under the sea? If so, what started your love for it? Let me know in the comments below!