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Under the Surface

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-romance comingofage conflict familyproblems fantasy fantasy-romance firstdraft forbidden forgiveness highschool hunter loss merfolk mermaid mermaidhunter merpeople ocean romance

In "Under the Surface," readers are introduced to Kye, a 17-year-old mermaid who must attend high school on land to complete her education. Kye is a curious and adventurous mermaid who longs for the freedom to explore underwater. However, her dreams are cut short when she is forced to attend school with the one thing she fears most - a mermaid hunter.
Dillion is a 17-year-old senior who has been trained since birth to hunt and capture mermaids. His family's legacy is built upon their ability to capture and study mermaids for scientific research. But when Dillion and Kye are placed in the same homeroom senior year, everything changes.
Despite their initial animosity towards each other, Dillion finds himself drawn to Kye's mysterious and captivating personality. As they begin to spend more time together, Dillion struggles to keep his feelings for Kye a secret. 
However, when Kye's secret is finally revealed, Dillion is faced with a difficult decision. Will he turn her over to his family and continue his legacy as a mermaid hunter, or will he risk everything to protect the girl he's grown to love?
"Under the Surface" is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the ultimate sacrifice. This coming-of-age story is perfect for fans of YA romance and fantasy, and will leave readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.All Rights Reserved

-romance comingofage conflict familyproblems fantasy fantasy-romance firstdraft forbidden forgiveness highschool hunter loss merfolk mermaid mermaidhunter merpeople ocean romance

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