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Unexpected Prince Charming #7
Against Ebony Irish Seas
Ava Miles delivers a power-packed, feel-good blockbuster in her final installment of The Unexpected Prince Charming series. Readers around the world have been waiting for Mr. Charming himself, Liam O’Hanlon, to finally find his soulmate.
Set against the backdrop of everyone’s favorite Irish village, the community comes together to support the last love match amidst shocking secrets, heated betrayals, and an unforgettable happily ever after.
You never know where love will find you or what you’ll do to keep it…
Taylor McGowan desperately needs a fresh start—like stat. Being a reporter used to do it for her. Of course it was Plan B, after she failed art school. But at least she can put her mark on the world doing it, because the one meaningful thing she is doing is so secret no one knows.
No one can know.
When she’s offered the job as the media director of an Irish arts center known for its evocative programs, she jumps at the opportunity. She can make a difference for the artists there, and it gives her secret project extra fire it’s never had before.
Two problems.
Super sexy handyman Liam O’Hanlon discovers what her secret is. And A matchmaking ghost claims this Liam, who seems to be everyone’s friend and therefore a danger to sharing her secret, is her soulmate.
She never expected her undercover project to unleash a heated battle with forces greater than their village, putting the arts center smack in the middle of a fight to the death. She especially never expected Liam—or her new neighbors—to have her back. Does she trust in them? Does she trust in love? Is it finally time to entrust her secret to the greater community so she can live happily ever after?
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There’s more waiting for you in the Unexpected Prince Charming Series…
Treat yourself to the complete
1 BESIDE GOLDEN IRISH FIELDS
2 BENEATH PEARLY IRISH SKIES
3 THROUGH CRIMSON IRISH LIGHT
4 AFTER INDIGO IRISH NIGHTS
5 BEYOND ROSY IRISH TWILIGHT
6 OVER VERDANT IRISH HILLS
7 AGAINST EBONY IRISH SEAS
Like Ireland and more feel-good stories? Ava’s bestselling family series, The Merriams, is filled with charm, second chances, and happily ever after. Millions love it. Discover why today.
WILD IRISH Billionaire Trevor is sent by his family to acquire Becca’s land but finds that he wants the prickly Irish innkeeper and her menagerie of animals instead.
LOVE AMONG When CEO Caitlyn asks country rock star Beau to be the face of her new perfume, she doesn’t expect him to jump on a plane and join her in Provence, bringing his secrets with him.
VALLEY OF Nature expert Michaela never expected to see her ex again, but adventurer Boyd invites her on the journey of a lifetime to find a rare healing flower, hoping for a second chance.
SUNFLOWER When Billionaire Connor is mistaken for homeless by shelter director Louisa, he offers to help her, only to realize that she’s the one helping him—and showing him the way to love.
A FOREVER OF ORANGE Playboy Flynn travels to America’s heartland to entice boutique skincare owner Annie to help him corporate holiday gifts, only to find she and her daughters are the greatest gifts.
Set against the backdrop of everyone’s favorite Irish village, the community comes together to support the last love match amidst shocking secrets, heated betrayals, and an unforgettable happily ever after.
You never know where love will find you or what you’ll do to keep it…
Taylor McGowan desperately needs a fresh start—like stat. Being a reporter used to do it for her. Of course it was Plan B, after she failed art school. But at least she can put her mark on the world doing it, because the one meaningful thing she is doing is so secret no one knows.
No one can know.
When she’s offered the job as the media director of an Irish arts center known for its evocative programs, she jumps at the opportunity. She can make a difference for the artists there, and it gives her secret project extra fire it’s never had before.
Two problems.
Super sexy handyman Liam O’Hanlon discovers what her secret is. And A matchmaking ghost claims this Liam, who seems to be everyone’s friend and therefore a danger to sharing her secret, is her soulmate.
She never expected her undercover project to unleash a heated battle with forces greater than their village, putting the arts center smack in the middle of a fight to the death. She especially never expected Liam—or her new neighbors—to have her back. Does she trust in them? Does she trust in love? Is it finally time to entrust her secret to the greater community so she can live happily ever after?
***
There’s more waiting for you in the Unexpected Prince Charming Series…
Treat yourself to the complete
1 BESIDE GOLDEN IRISH FIELDS
2 BENEATH PEARLY IRISH SKIES
3 THROUGH CRIMSON IRISH LIGHT
4 AFTER INDIGO IRISH NIGHTS
5 BEYOND ROSY IRISH TWILIGHT
6 OVER VERDANT IRISH HILLS
7 AGAINST EBONY IRISH SEAS
Like Ireland and more feel-good stories? Ava’s bestselling family series, The Merriams, is filled with charm, second chances, and happily ever after. Millions love it. Discover why today.
WILD IRISH Billionaire Trevor is sent by his family to acquire Becca’s land but finds that he wants the prickly Irish innkeeper and her menagerie of animals instead.
LOVE AMONG When CEO Caitlyn asks country rock star Beau to be the face of her new perfume, she doesn’t expect him to jump on a plane and join her in Provence, bringing his secrets with him.
VALLEY OF Nature expert Michaela never expected to see her ex again, but adventurer Boyd invites her on the journey of a lifetime to find a rare healing flower, hoping for a second chance.
SUNFLOWER When Billionaire Connor is mistaken for homeless by shelter director Louisa, he offers to help her, only to realize that she’s the one helping him—and showing him the way to love.
A FOREVER OF ORANGE Playboy Flynn travels to America’s heartland to entice boutique skincare owner Annie to help him corporate holiday gifts, only to find she and her daughters are the greatest gifts.
430 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 24, 2023
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About the author
Ava Miles
101 books1,143 followersMillions of readers have discovered International Bestselling Author Ava Miles and her powerful fiction and non-fiction books about love, happiness, and transformation. Her novels have received praise and accolades from USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly, and People Magazine in addition to being chosen as Best Books of the Year and Top Editor’s picks. Translated into multiple languages, Ava’s strongest praise comes directly from her readers, who call her books and characters unforgettable.
Ava is a former chef, worked as a long-time conflict expert rebuilding warzones to foster peaceful and prosperous communities, and has helped people live their best life as a life coach, energy healer, and self-help expert. She is never happier than when she’s formulating skin care and wellness products, gardening, or creating a new work of art. Hanging with her friends and loved ones is pretty great too.
After years of residing in the States, she decided to follow her dream of living in Europe. She recently finished a magical stint in Ireland where she was inspired to write her acclaimed Unexpected Prince Charming series. Now, she’s splitting her time between Paris and Provence, learning to speak French, immersing herself in cooking à la provençal, and planning more page-turning novels for readers to binge.
Ava is a former chef, worked as a long-time conflict expert rebuilding warzones to foster peaceful and prosperous communities, and has helped people live their best life as a life coach, energy healer, and self-help expert. She is never happier than when she’s formulating skin care and wellness products, gardening, or creating a new work of art. Hanging with her friends and loved ones is pretty great too.
After years of residing in the States, she decided to follow her dream of living in Europe. She recently finished a magical stint in Ireland where she was inspired to write her acclaimed Unexpected Prince Charming series. Now, she’s splitting her time between Paris and Provence, learning to speak French, immersing herself in cooking à la provençal, and planning more page-turning novels for readers to binge.
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July 26, 2023
Ava Miles has hit it out of the park with “Against Ebony Irish Seas” this final book in the series that had me falling in love with Ireland and the lore and magic. I finished it in two sittings because I just could not put it down.
This story is exciting right from the start (considering I could not wait to get this one) and had me hooked! Ava’s writing is so flawless and so descriptive, that I truly feel like I am right there with everyone at the Brazen Donkey or up at the Sorcha Fitzgerald Art Center! The inside info on street artists was very interesting! I felt like I was right there helping paint.
Bringing the Merriams in to help bring this series home was awesome. It felt like seeing old friends. The ending was absolute PERFECTION—I am so very glad that Bets thought to get all the info from Sorcha so I knew just how all their lives would go.
Get this book and enjoy—I’m going to re-read the whole series! Happy Tenth Writing Anniversary Ava!
This story is exciting right from the start (considering I could not wait to get this one) and had me hooked! Ava’s writing is so flawless and so descriptive, that I truly feel like I am right there with everyone at the Brazen Donkey or up at the Sorcha Fitzgerald Art Center! The inside info on street artists was very interesting! I felt like I was right there helping paint.
Bringing the Merriams in to help bring this series home was awesome. It felt like seeing old friends. The ending was absolute PERFECTION—I am so very glad that Bets thought to get all the info from Sorcha so I knew just how all their lives would go.
Get this book and enjoy—I’m going to re-read the whole series! Happy Tenth Writing Anniversary Ava!
July 28, 2023
Best series ever
I love the way Ava joins her books together with other series. I love the Dare series and all the others and how she keeps bringing them back together. It makes it feel like a never ending story.
I love the way Ava joins her books together with other series. I love the Dare series and all the others and how she keeps bringing them back together. It makes it feel like a never ending story.
May 7, 2025
Fabulous end to this book series! This wraps up several stories: The art center, the soul mates, and taking down the bad guys (Aunt Rose and Malcolm Coveny). The soul mates, in this case are both Taylor and Liam and Donal and Ghislaine. As Taylor drives to Caislean from the Dublin airport, she has her first experience with the threatening Malcolm Coveny, whose goons try to intimidate her into leaving Caislean before she gets there. However, ghostly Sorcha Fitzgerald intervenes and sends Liam speeding on his way to help her. Thus, kicks off their relationship and the fight against a very powerful Malcolm Coveny political corruption. There is a lot of other action that drives this story - but it is a satisfying end to my weeks of reading the series.
August 23, 2023
What a fun read!
The grand finale with this book was so much fun to read. I loved Liam throughout the series, but especially in this book. Taylor is another strong woman and together they are a powerful couple. The nemesis was finally brought down, though I wonder what Mary Kincaid did when later. It was a fun surprise to have the crossover with the Dare Valley characters. I hope the vision of the future means we will get to read adventures with the next generation. I also hope the companion audiobook will come out soon so I can listen to the story and complete my collection for the series. Definitely recommended. Well done!
The grand finale with this book was so much fun to read. I loved Liam throughout the series, but especially in this book. Taylor is another strong woman and together they are a powerful couple. The nemesis was finally brought down, though I wonder what Mary Kincaid did when later. It was a fun surprise to have the crossover with the Dare Valley characters. I hope the vision of the future means we will get to read adventures with the next generation. I also hope the companion audiobook will come out soon so I can listen to the story and complete my collection for the series. Definitely recommended. Well done!
September 7, 2023
A ghost guide to help good triumph over evil
A wonderful story to end the Unexpected Prince Charming series! There's romance, intrigue, mystery and spiritual. What more could you ask for?
As Sorcha's last soul mates meet , the tension ignites in this small Irish village. However, trust and commitment with open lines of communication, help to heal the town. With the help of the Merriam's from Ava Miles Dare Valley series, good triumphs over evil. I love how Sorcha reveals the future to Bets in the epilogue, providing family updates. Perhaps the start of a new series for the next generation in Ireland and beyond!
A wonderful story to end the Unexpected Prince Charming series! There's romance, intrigue, mystery and spiritual. What more could you ask for?
As Sorcha's last soul mates meet , the tension ignites in this small Irish village. However, trust and commitment with open lines of communication, help to heal the town. With the help of the Merriam's from Ava Miles Dare Valley series, good triumphs over evil. I love how Sorcha reveals the future to Bets in the epilogue, providing family updates. Perhaps the start of a new series for the next generation in Ireland and beyond!
May 5, 2024
What an amazing series - magic, love and laughter
First I have to apologize to the author for not leaving a 5 star review for each book in the series but I only left reading this series to work, eat, exercise and sleep. Extremely well written so that I laughed out loud numerous times and tears to my eyes at times. I loved all the characters, especially Eoghan, I want to be him when I get older. I highly recommend the whole series!!! I guess I should go and leave a review on the first book!
First I have to apologize to the author for not leaving a 5 star review for each book in the series but I only left reading this series to work, eat, exercise and sleep. Extremely well written so that I laughed out loud numerous times and tears to my eyes at times. I loved all the characters, especially Eoghan, I want to be him when I get older. I highly recommend the whole series!!! I guess I should go and leave a review on the first book!
July 25, 2023
Darkness never prevails!
Terrific, that's sums up the conclusion of the Prince Charming series.. I have been a fan since I read Nora Roberts and the Dare Valley Series and I will continue to read Ava Miles over and over. Thank you for allowing me to follow journeys in the USA, Africa, Ireland and other places. Can't wait for more.
Terrific, that's sums up the conclusion of the Prince Charming series.. I have been a fan since I read Nora Roberts and the Dare Valley Series and I will continue to read Ava Miles over and over. Thank you for allowing me to follow journeys in the USA, Africa, Ireland and other places. Can't wait for more.
July 30, 2023
Lucky in love
I so enjoyed this last match making episode with Sorcha, matching Liam and Taylor. Luckily both Liam and Taylor realised they were soul mates. Loved that all the people from the beginning of the series were back to enjoy the opening of the arts centre. Ava Miles truly writes amazing stories. This series is a must for her fans.
I so enjoyed this last match making episode with Sorcha, matching Liam and Taylor. Luckily both Liam and Taylor realised they were soul mates. Loved that all the people from the beginning of the series were back to enjoy the opening of the arts centre. Ava Miles truly writes amazing stories. This series is a must for her fans.
July 31, 2023
powerful words from start to finish
Wow! This book wraps the Irish Seas series—it starts with both Liam and Taylor aware of their relationship situation but then it becomes so much more. I laughed and cried throughout. Miles gives us love and truth — I wish that magic was real! Highly recommend this book.
Wow! This book wraps the Irish Seas series—it starts with both Liam and Taylor aware of their relationship situation but then it becomes so much more. I laughed and cried throughout. Miles gives us love and truth — I wish that magic was real! Highly recommend this book.
July 31, 2023
unbelievable!
The best book of the series! Taylor and Liam along with all of the folks from the other books with Arthur and Clara! I mean what a story - and I love the idea of the next generation- kind of like Kathia’s stories. Everyone should read this series and this book especially
The best book of the series! Taylor and Liam along with all of the folks from the other books with Arthur and Clara! I mean what a story - and I love the idea of the next generation- kind of like Kathia’s stories. Everyone should read this series and this book especially
October 8, 2023
Another delightfully magical book by Ava Miles. Wonderful character building. I so want to move to Caislean and live among these wonderful people. Intrigue. Danger. Irish ghosts and demons. Soul mates! Strong, intelligent, beautiful heroines and their protective, handsome, intelligent men.
August 1, 2023
Yahoo! Another grand tale!
Sorry this series is complete! Every one the seven books has been an amazing journey. They have each touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. Looking forward to Paris!
Sorry this series is complete! Every one the seven books has been an amazing journey. They have each touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. Looking forward to Paris!
August 2, 2023
OMG!
I’ve been reading Ava for years now and I have to say this one blew me away. How she brought so much together and had it come out so beautiful was mind blowing. I can’t wait for her next series!
I’ve been reading Ava for years now and I have to say this one blew me away. How she brought so much together and had it come out so beautiful was mind blowing. I can’t wait for her next series!
August 6, 2023
Excellent
So wonderful to see Arthur doing what he does best with Clara by his side! Also to catch up with the Merriam family! All the intermingling of people who know each other from different walks in life proves the adage “What a small world”.
Have totally enjoyed this whole series! People in small communities coming together to help each other & support each other. I do believe we all have at least 1 Angel on our shoulder & Sorcha & Bruce were fantastic additions!
Thank you for another wonderful series
So wonderful to see Arthur doing what he does best with Clara by his side! Also to catch up with the Merriam family! All the intermingling of people who know each other from different walks in life proves the adage “What a small world”.
Have totally enjoyed this whole series! People in small communities coming together to help each other & support each other. I do believe we all have at least 1 Angel on our shoulder & Sorcha & Bruce were fantastic additions!
Thank you for another wonderful series
August 5, 2023
Likeable characters and a decent story. It wraps up the series well and gives us some time with familiar characters from the Merriam series. I’m glad it all ended well but this book and the series as a whole got a bit too mystical and way too dark for my tastes.
August 6, 2023
What a great ending to a wonderful series. Revisiting all the characters of this Irish village and having the Merriams join in was perfect. Ava Miles is one of my favorite authors and I look forward o the next series.
August 18, 2023
Amazing!
I have loved all four books in this series. I loved how the characters from the Dare Valley series were brought into the story line. As always I hate so see a series end. I feel like they are family.
I have loved all four books in this series. I loved how the characters from the Dare Valley series were brought into the story line. As always I hate so see a series end. I feel like they are family.
August 24, 2023
One of the best series I've read in a long time!
This book proved to draw this series to a wonderful conclusion while leaving is the reader with the hopes for more to come. The next generation is waiting for Scorcha and Bruce to find their soul mates for them I can't wait!!
This book proved to draw this series to a wonderful conclusion while leaving is the reader with the hopes for more to come. The next generation is waiting for Scorcha and Bruce to find their soul mates for them I can't wait!!
August 26, 2023
love this village and this series!
I couldn’t have asked for a better book, I love that good alway prevails, I know that isn’t the way of reality. But, I can count on it from Ava Miles.
I couldn’t have asked for a better book, I love that good alway prevails, I know that isn’t the way of reality. But, I can count on it from Ava Miles.
September 25, 2023
Love conquers all.
You must read this series, it really is a testimony to love. You will fall in love with the people, Ireland, the friendly ghost and the triumph of good over evil.
You must read this series, it really is a testimony to love. You will fall in love with the people, Ireland, the friendly ghost and the triumph of good over evil.
September 30, 2023
Wonderful Series!
Ava Miles has done it again! I loved this series with this last book being my favorite. I love how she tied in her Dare Valley characters from another fabulous series. Ava never disappoints!
Ava Miles has done it again! I loved this series with this last book being my favorite. I love how she tied in her Dare Valley characters from another fabulous series. Ava never disappoints!
January 11, 2024
Simply the best books
The writing in her books pull you right into the world she is creating. Makes me want to see Ireland and find these friends and join them. Now that is a great book!!! This whole series is like that.
The writing in her books pull you right into the world she is creating. Makes me want to see Ireland and find these friends and join them. Now that is a great book!!! This whole series is like that.
January 15, 2024
I really enjoyed this whole series. The characters were easy to fall in love with and the development of the art center was something I enjoyed. Also, the culmination of the story with a strong female artist worked well. Easy and fun to read.
February 18, 2024
Wow, what a wrap to the series! These characters have been brilliant to follow, and to bring the Merriam’s into the action was absolutely perfect. The final touches of information were a really nice way to end things for the reader.
April 20, 2024
A perfect ending to a perfect series!
Loved this last book in the series. Love wins over evil every time! AND the reader gets a great crossover surprise when all the Merriam men arrive to help save the day!!
Loved this last book in the series. Love wins over evil every time! AND the reader gets a great crossover surprise when all the Merriam men arrive to help save the day!!
May 7, 2024
Against ebony Irish seas
Oh my goodness I've just loved this series. All the characters have had such depth. The world has some unhappy mean people but the stand together against them
Oh my goodness I've just loved this series. All the characters have had such depth. The world has some unhappy mean people but the stand together against them
June 13, 2024
I've read all the books in this series and enjoyed them all. Couldn't wait to read the next one. The characters developed from each book and their problems were varied and assisted by a ghost. I would recommend them to anyone who enjoys the Irish people and their culture.
July 26, 2023
Wow you
What a great story. I have enjoyed this series. A
s always this author knows how to spin a fantastic tale. Thank
you for sharing your talent.
What a great story. I have enjoyed this series. A
s always this author knows how to spin a fantastic tale. Thank
you for sharing your talent.
July 26, 2023
Very good. I’ve really enjoyed this series.
July 28, 2023
Best book in series!
I read this book slowly because I knew it was the last in the series! It was Amazing! I loved how it all came together in the end !!
I read this book slowly because I knew it was the last in the series! It was Amazing! I loved how it all came together in the end !!
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