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Vendetta: A Forbidden Love, Enemies to Lovers Fantasy Romance Retelling
A sweeping fantasy romance with powerful tridents, magical ice flutes, murderous shark shapeshifters, a perilous quest, and a chance to unlock love…
OLD ENEMIES DIE HARD…
For twelve years, Gal has nursed a burning desire for revenge. As the anniversary of his mother's death approaches, he leaves Atlantis, determined to track down Zale, the ruthless shark shapeshifter who robbed his mother’s life. But as he sets sail on his dangerous quest, he discovers his two closest friends have stowed away on his vessel. It’s too late to turn back now.
Their pursuit of the elusive selachii propels them to the unforgiving Antarctic, where a brutal storm threatens to drown them. Gal's reclusive grandfather comes to their rescue, regaling them with stories of his parents’ epic love and unveiling hidden family secrets. Yet, Gal is convinced that love is a treacherous path, one he dares not tread for fear of the pain it may bring.
Locked in a battle with his own emotions, Gal’s quest leads him to distant horizons in pursuit of his nemesis. But only by trusting in the unbreakable bonds of friendship can he unlock the secrets of the magical ice flute and unearth the lost trident of Atlantis—the sole weapon capable of ending Zale's reign of terror.
Caught between revenge and an unexpected love, Gal faces an impossible choice. Will he give up vengeance for the chance at love, or will he dive headfirst into the abyss of retribution?
If you're a fan of Nevermoor, Twilight, Shatter Me, To Kill a Kingdom, or Skin of the Sea, you won't want to miss Vendetta, by the captivating best-selling author, Marisa Noelle.
Dive into this gripping tale of love and courage, where the stakes are higher than the tides themselves. Click the BUY NOW button before the price changes!
★★★★★
PRAISE FOR VENDETTA
“Refreshing take on an emerging genre. Found this book so hard to put down. Lots of fun teen drama mixed with a dash of romance and just a touch of the supernatural.” - Melissa Welliver, best selling author of My Love Life and the Apocalypse.
“The very premise is laced with conflict and you’ll cheer for Cordelia all the way through, as she battles to overcome inherent differences and conflict, and she must choose between her people and the person she loves.” - Stuart White, CEO of WriteMentor
“If I could give this ten stars, I would!”- Amazon reader
“I was heartbroken in places, on the edge of my seat in others!” – Goodreads reader
“Romeo and Juliet for today.” - Amazon reader
“Deliciously romantic.” - Goodreads reviewer
“Twilight for mermaid lovers.” - Book blogger
OLD ENEMIES DIE HARD…
For twelve years, Gal has nursed a burning desire for revenge. As the anniversary of his mother's death approaches, he leaves Atlantis, determined to track down Zale, the ruthless shark shapeshifter who robbed his mother’s life. But as he sets sail on his dangerous quest, he discovers his two closest friends have stowed away on his vessel. It’s too late to turn back now.
Their pursuit of the elusive selachii propels them to the unforgiving Antarctic, where a brutal storm threatens to drown them. Gal's reclusive grandfather comes to their rescue, regaling them with stories of his parents’ epic love and unveiling hidden family secrets. Yet, Gal is convinced that love is a treacherous path, one he dares not tread for fear of the pain it may bring.
Locked in a battle with his own emotions, Gal’s quest leads him to distant horizons in pursuit of his nemesis. But only by trusting in the unbreakable bonds of friendship can he unlock the secrets of the magical ice flute and unearth the lost trident of Atlantis—the sole weapon capable of ending Zale's reign of terror.
Caught between revenge and an unexpected love, Gal faces an impossible choice. Will he give up vengeance for the chance at love, or will he dive headfirst into the abyss of retribution?
If you're a fan of Nevermoor, Twilight, Shatter Me, To Kill a Kingdom, or Skin of the Sea, you won't want to miss Vendetta, by the captivating best-selling author, Marisa Noelle.
Dive into this gripping tale of love and courage, where the stakes are higher than the tides themselves. Click the BUY NOW button before the price changes!
★★★★★
PRAISE FOR VENDETTA
“Refreshing take on an emerging genre. Found this book so hard to put down. Lots of fun teen drama mixed with a dash of romance and just a touch of the supernatural.” - Melissa Welliver, best selling author of My Love Life and the Apocalypse.
“The very premise is laced with conflict and you’ll cheer for Cordelia all the way through, as she battles to overcome inherent differences and conflict, and she must choose between her people and the person she loves.” - Stuart White, CEO of WriteMentor
“If I could give this ten stars, I would!”- Amazon reader
“I was heartbroken in places, on the edge of my seat in others!” – Goodreads reader
“Romeo and Juliet for today.” - Amazon reader
“Deliciously romantic.” - Goodreads reviewer
“Twilight for mermaid lovers.” - Book blogger
- GenresRomantasyYoung Adult
384 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2024
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About the author
Marisa Noelle
29 books182 followersMarisa Noelle is the author behind a treasure trove of young adult and adult novels across multiple genres, but they all have running themes of mental health or the ocean. She tends to gravitate towards the speculative arena and loves to write science-fiction, fantasy, horror, dystopian, romance, romantasy, or a combination of them all.
Marisa's books include:
The Shadow Keepers—a spine-tingling tale to keep you up all night and semi-finalist of the BBNYA book awards.
The Unraveling of Luna Forester—a novel impossible to talk about because of its huge twist, but it snagged several awards, including: First Place Incipere Award, WriteBlend Finalist, BBYNA Semi-Finalist, Bookshelf Finalist shelf.
The Unadjusteds Trilogy delves into one of her favourite genres—dystopian. The Unadjusteds, the Rise of the Altereds, and The Reckoning make up the trilogy, but there are eleven further companion novellas that follow the secondary characters. The Unadjusteds also placed as a semi-finalist in the BBNYA awards. There are also eleven origin story novellas set in The Unadjusteds universe that are completely FREE when you subscribe to my website.
The Mermaid Chronicles is a seven book romantasy series that includes: Secrets of the Deep, Quest for Atlantis, Fight for Freedom, Ghost Pirates, Vendetta, Denizens of Darkness, Vorago Returns, as well as its own companion guide. The entire series is coming to audio with Tantor Media soon!
Marisa also writes steamy romance under the pen name Savannah Warner.
When Marisa's not weaving literary spells, she's helping mold the future of MG and YA authors as a mentor for the Write Mentor program.
When not writing, Marisa likes to imagine herself as a mermaid, and can often be found in the local pool…or lake…or ocean. Despite her undeniable bookworm credentials since she was knee-high to a grasshopper, the author gig took Marisa by surprise. You see, she had a secret past as a bit of a science geek during her school days. But hey, science and storytelling make a surprisingly magical concoction! Currently, Marisa calls Woking, UK, her home sweet home, where she resides with her trusty squad, including her husband, three amazing kids, and a furry four-legged friend named Copper.
Marisa's books include:
The Shadow Keepers—a spine-tingling tale to keep you up all night and semi-finalist of the BBNYA book awards.
The Unraveling of Luna Forester—a novel impossible to talk about because of its huge twist, but it snagged several awards, including: First Place Incipere Award, WriteBlend Finalist, BBYNA Semi-Finalist, Bookshelf Finalist shelf.
The Unadjusteds Trilogy delves into one of her favourite genres—dystopian. The Unadjusteds, the Rise of the Altereds, and The Reckoning make up the trilogy, but there are eleven further companion novellas that follow the secondary characters. The Unadjusteds also placed as a semi-finalist in the BBNYA awards. There are also eleven origin story novellas set in The Unadjusteds universe that are completely FREE when you subscribe to my website.
The Mermaid Chronicles is a seven book romantasy series that includes: Secrets of the Deep, Quest for Atlantis, Fight for Freedom, Ghost Pirates, Vendetta, Denizens of Darkness, Vorago Returns, as well as its own companion guide. The entire series is coming to audio with Tantor Media soon!
Marisa also writes steamy romance under the pen name Savannah Warner.
When Marisa's not weaving literary spells, she's helping mold the future of MG and YA authors as a mentor for the Write Mentor program.
When not writing, Marisa likes to imagine herself as a mermaid, and can often be found in the local pool…or lake…or ocean. Despite her undeniable bookworm credentials since she was knee-high to a grasshopper, the author gig took Marisa by surprise. You see, she had a secret past as a bit of a science geek during her school days. But hey, science and storytelling make a surprisingly magical concoction! Currently, Marisa calls Woking, UK, her home sweet home, where she resides with her trusty squad, including her husband, three amazing kids, and a furry four-legged friend named Copper.
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December 10, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — A breathtaking, emotional, and action-packed turning point in the series.
Vendetta is The Mermaid Chronicles at its most intense—an epic fusion of revenge, mythology, adventure, and unexpected tenderness that kept me hooked from the first page to the last. This installment shifts the spotlight to Gal, and the result is a story that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the saga’s emotional core.
Gal’s grief and rage burn through every scene, and his journey—both across treacherous seas and within himself—is utterly compelling. His quest for Zale isn’t just a hunt for justice... it’s a battle with the shadows he’s carried since childhood. Watching him wrestle with vulnerability, friendship, destiny, and the terrifying possibility of love made this book incredibly powerful.
The Antarctic setting is stunningly vivid: brutal storms, deadly cold, and vast, lonely waters that mirror Gal’s emotional turmoil. And the introduction of his mysterious grandfather adds rich layers of lore, generational trauma, and long-buried secrets that deepen Gal’s arc in beautiful ways.
The worldbuilding absolutely shines here.
❄️ A magical ice flute with haunting power
⚔️ The lost trident of Atlantis, brimming with myth and danger
🦈 A chilling selachii nemesis
🌊 Nautical adventure with real peril and high emotional stakes
One of the most satisfying elements is the balance between darkness and heart: the fierce loyalty of friends who insist on sailing beside him, and the slow, fragile awakening of a love Gal doesn’t think he deserves. It’s tender, tense, and gorgeously written.
Vendetta is everything I want in a YA romantasy: sweeping emotion, cinematic adventure, rich character development, and twists that land perfectly.
A standout entry in the series—raw, thrilling, and unforgettable.
Vendetta is The Mermaid Chronicles at its most intense—an epic fusion of revenge, mythology, adventure, and unexpected tenderness that kept me hooked from the first page to the last. This installment shifts the spotlight to Gal, and the result is a story that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the saga’s emotional core.
Gal’s grief and rage burn through every scene, and his journey—both across treacherous seas and within himself—is utterly compelling. His quest for Zale isn’t just a hunt for justice... it’s a battle with the shadows he’s carried since childhood. Watching him wrestle with vulnerability, friendship, destiny, and the terrifying possibility of love made this book incredibly powerful.
The Antarctic setting is stunningly vivid: brutal storms, deadly cold, and vast, lonely waters that mirror Gal’s emotional turmoil. And the introduction of his mysterious grandfather adds rich layers of lore, generational trauma, and long-buried secrets that deepen Gal’s arc in beautiful ways.
The worldbuilding absolutely shines here.
❄️ A magical ice flute with haunting power
⚔️ The lost trident of Atlantis, brimming with myth and danger
🦈 A chilling selachii nemesis
🌊 Nautical adventure with real peril and high emotional stakes
One of the most satisfying elements is the balance between darkness and heart: the fierce loyalty of friends who insist on sailing beside him, and the slow, fragile awakening of a love Gal doesn’t think he deserves. It’s tender, tense, and gorgeously written.
Vendetta is everything I want in a YA romantasy: sweeping emotion, cinematic adventure, rich character development, and twists that land perfectly.
A standout entry in the series—raw, thrilling, and unforgettable.
December 10, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — A breathtaking, emotional, and action-packed turning point in the series.
Vendetta is The Mermaid Chronicles at its most intense—an epic fusion of revenge, mythology, adventure, and unexpected tenderness that kept me hooked from the first page to the last. This installment shifts the spotlight to Gal, and the result is a story that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the saga’s emotional core.
Gal’s grief and rage burn through every scene, and his journey—both across treacherous seas and within himself—is utterly compelling. His quest for Zale isn’t just a hunt for justice... it’s a battle with the shadows he’s carried since childhood. Watching him wrestle with vulnerability, friendship, destiny, and the terrifying possibility of love made this book incredibly powerful.
The Antarctic setting is stunningly vivid: brutal storms, deadly cold, and vast, lonely waters that mirror Gal’s emotional turmoil. And the introduction of his mysterious grandfather adds rich layers of lore, generational trauma, and long-buried secrets that deepen Gal’s arc in beautiful ways.
The worldbuilding absolutely shines here.
❄️ A magical ice flute with haunting power
⚔️ The lost trident of Atlantis, brimming with myth and danger
🦈 A chilling selachii nemesis
🌊 Nautical adventure with real peril and high emotional stakes
One of the most satisfying elements is the balance between darkness and heart: the fierce loyalty of friends who insist on sailing beside him, and the slow, fragile awakening of a love Gal doesn’t think he deserves. It’s tender, tense, and gorgeously written.
Vendetta is everything I want in a YA romantasy: sweeping emotion, cinematic adventure, rich character development, and twists that land perfectly.
A standout entry in the series—raw, thrilling, and unforgettable.
Vendetta is The Mermaid Chronicles at its most intense—an epic fusion of revenge, mythology, adventure, and unexpected tenderness that kept me hooked from the first page to the last. This installment shifts the spotlight to Gal, and the result is a story that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the saga’s emotional core.
Gal’s grief and rage burn through every scene, and his journey—both across treacherous seas and within himself—is utterly compelling. His quest for Zale isn’t just a hunt for justice... it’s a battle with the shadows he’s carried since childhood. Watching him wrestle with vulnerability, friendship, destiny, and the terrifying possibility of love made this book incredibly powerful.
The Antarctic setting is stunningly vivid: brutal storms, deadly cold, and vast, lonely waters that mirror Gal’s emotional turmoil. And the introduction of his mysterious grandfather adds rich layers of lore, generational trauma, and long-buried secrets that deepen Gal’s arc in beautiful ways.
The worldbuilding absolutely shines here.
❄️ A magical ice flute with haunting power
⚔️ The lost trident of Atlantis, brimming with myth and danger
🦈 A chilling selachii nemesis
🌊 Nautical adventure with real peril and high emotional stakes
One of the most satisfying elements is the balance between darkness and heart: the fierce loyalty of friends who insist on sailing beside him, and the slow, fragile awakening of a love Gal doesn’t think he deserves. It’s tender, tense, and gorgeously written.
Vendetta is everything I want in a YA romantasy: sweeping emotion, cinematic adventure, rich character development, and twists that land perfectly.
A standout entry in the series—raw, thrilling, and unforgettable.
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