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Synopsis
". . . let the sea tell you of what it knows." Trapped and reeling from a long-term breakup, Holly needs an escape. When an opportunity to visit Ireland arises, she seizes it. Encouraged by family and friends, she uproots her life, hoping to start a quaint business and unearth the woman she's buried. No commitments, no obligations-just Holly. Then there's Michael. Moody and charming, Michael is everything Holly doesn't need while rediscovering herself. As one of the island's only licensed contractors, he's deeply entwined with the lighthouse she invests in. His story is anything but kind-tragedy runs decades deep in his veins-but he offers a comfort that Holly can't ignore. A vow for more. But life isn't so simple. Locals whisper about a curse tied to selkie folklore. A series of bizarre deaths plagues the region where the lighthouse stands. When that threatens the budding relationship between Michael and Holly, they decide to solve the mystery surrounding the lighthouse. What they uncover reveals a world far beyond their own. As passion ignites and the sea howls for retribution, she must uncover the truth before the past claims her future, and love is lost to the unforgivable waters. A dark history. An unforgivable secret. A second chance.
What The Sea Knows: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult paranormal romance contains steamy romantic content, a series of mysterious deaths tied to selkie folklore, and themes of grief and tragedy. Violence is moderate with the investigation of deaths and supernatural elements.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, steamy sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, mass death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will enjoy the slow-burn romance, atmospheric Irish setting, and mystery surrounding a cursed lighthouse and selkie folklore.