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Merman's Delight
After a successful mating season, Glacier returns to the lighthouse he calls home to rest and watch over his treasure pile. Used to spending his days left alone by the human who lives there, he is surprised to find that the lighthouse is being tended by someone new--someone much more curious about the merman who’s been protecting the shore.
It doesn’t take long before Glacier is discovered, and the chase is on. Will Glacier be able to escape, or will this human catch him? And why are forbidden feelings starting to grow the longer Glacier is pursued?
Dive into the heartachingly sweet story of two creatures who orbit each other’s worlds, too curious to stay away.
It doesn’t take long before Glacier is discovered, and the chase is on. Will Glacier be able to escape, or will this human catch him? And why are forbidden feelings starting to grow the longer Glacier is pursued?
Dive into the heartachingly sweet story of two creatures who orbit each other’s worlds, too curious to stay away.
72 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 20, 2025
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July 14, 2025
absolutely lovely. the writing was lyrical, dark and delicate with a captivating romance and a MMC to die for! glacier is a sweet baby who is an isolated monster and loves shiny things (honestly same), who grieving the death of his mysterious unknown friend, an old human man that tends the lighthouse near the cove Glacier resides.
the new tender of the lighthouse is an enigmatic man who attempts to capture the merman resulting in injury and some interesting sparks start to fly!
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i only complaints (maybe?) is the merman’s sex organ is described as a “cunt” and i just personally hate that word, but outside of that it just seemed like a strange word choice for a male or even potentially androgynous character. also, the egg part was… whaaaat 🫨
anyway regardless, i seriously loved this so much. the cover alone sold me and the writing and vibes were absolutely stunning. i hope the author builds on this, i want more! i would have LOVED a pov from ernest and i hope to meet pebble one day too. i’m looking forward to reading more from this author!
thank you to my friends rune for buddy reading this with me! i had so much fun 🖤
the new tender of the lighthouse is an enigmatic man who attempts to capture the merman resulting in injury and some interesting sparks start to fly!
spoilers
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.
.
.
.
i only complaints (maybe?) is the merman’s sex organ is described as a “cunt” and i just personally hate that word, but outside of that it just seemed like a strange word choice for a male or even potentially androgynous character. also, the egg part was… whaaaat 🫨
anyway regardless, i seriously loved this so much. the cover alone sold me and the writing and vibes were absolutely stunning. i hope the author builds on this, i want more! i would have LOVED a pov from ernest and i hope to meet pebble one day too. i’m looking forward to reading more from this author!
thank you to my friends rune for buddy reading this with me! i had so much fun 🖤
November 24, 2025
3.5 scaly stars 🐚 🪸
this was cute (and I totally recommend it)! It could have easily been a 5 Star, with some slight tweaks.
The only things that bothered me a little were Ernest as a character - I didn't feel like I knew him well enough, which made him slightly unlikeable to me - and the fact that there were some inconsistencies in what Glacier knew about humans and didn't. f.ex. he's very oblivious about a lot o human civilization (rightly so) but then knows what a tap is and speaks fluidly english; first time he sees a mirror he doesn't seem to know exactly what it is (describes it as a reflective surface) but then a few pages later he knows what a mirror is just fine. I was also slightly confused on what time we were in? I assume 19th century-ish but then again both Glacier and Ernest spoke very modern english, which threw me off majorly.
All of my moaning aside though, I had a good time reading this, and will definitely pick up more by the author in the future 🌊 🧜🏻♂️
this was cute (and I totally recommend it)! It could have easily been a 5 Star, with some slight tweaks.
The only things that bothered me a little were Ernest as a character - I didn't feel like I knew him well enough, which made him slightly unlikeable to me - and the fact that there were some inconsistencies in what Glacier knew about humans and didn't. f.ex. he's very oblivious about a lot o human civilization (rightly so) but then knows what a tap is and speaks fluidly english; first time he sees a mirror he doesn't seem to know exactly what it is (describes it as a reflective surface) but then a few pages later he knows what a mirror is just fine. I was also slightly confused on what time we were in? I assume 19th century-ish but then again both Glacier and Ernest spoke very modern english, which threw me off majorly.
All of my moaning aside though, I had a good time reading this, and will definitely pick up more by the author in the future 🌊 🧜🏻♂️
August 5, 2025
anyone else craving sushi?
August 4, 2025
3.5 stars
This was a sweet and kinda dark story with a merman and his human. I wanted to understand Ernest more as a character, beyond his weird mix of care and selfishness. What drove him to be who he was? Glacier was pragmatic but a bit impulsive when it came to humans.
Spice: 2/5
Triggers: death (off page, side character), decomposition, emesis, blood, attempted semi kidnapping, shark attack
This was a sweet and kinda dark story with a merman and his human. I wanted to understand Ernest more as a character, beyond his weird mix of care and selfishness. What drove him to be who he was? Glacier was pragmatic but a bit impulsive when it came to humans.
Spice: 2/5
Triggers: death (off page, side character), decomposition, emesis, blood, attempted semi kidnapping, shark attack
September 1, 2025
like the little mermaid but gayer, sexier and more mpreg!🧜🏻♂️
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January 12, 2026This was GREAT!
If you enjoyed A Bone in His Teeth you will definitely love this, too!
Miscellaneous thoughts
- the spice was so very hot omg
- the had me dying
- I wish we had more time with these, especially to get to know Ernest before the two get together
If you enjoyed A Bone in His Teeth you will definitely love this, too!
Miscellaneous thoughts
- the spice was so very hot omg
- the had me dying
- I wish we had more time with these, especially to get to know Ernest before the two get together
November 6, 2025
fuck yeah freaky merman sex !! yippeeeee !! genuinely though, this was well written and i'd actually love to read more about the lore around the merpeople used in this
November 12, 2025
Enjoyable and well-written! Loved the merman's POV and the glimpse into their culture and mating rituals. I only wish we got more background on the human.
January 1, 2026
3.5! trapping a merman never worked out so well - Ernest, probably
June 24, 2025
*grabby hand motions* more please
The only reason this isn't 5 stars is because there isn't nearly enough here! That means you can fix it Skyler. ;3
Author I want more! Please build and expand because this was over far too soon. I love them? He is too pure and sweet but also an adorable grumpy guss. Just an absolute water puppy dog fish boy and I adore him.
I would love to see interactions with Pebble, the old man before he passed, and maybe a dual POV for Earnest? There is a lot of potential here and I would love to see it explored more.
As it is right now I definitely recommend this if you want a good, quick read.
Merman zoomies awaaaaay!!! (Seriously, I want yo see that!)
Edit: Okay, I had to come back to add this coz it's been bothering me. Two things:
One, the egg thing (not saying details to avoid spoilers but you'll know what I mean once you've read it) a bit unhinged, came out of nowhere. Maybe talk about that before you do that and give me images of mochi-like eggs.
Two, the use of female genitalia terms on males bothers me. Especially as a trans man. would prefer more neutral terms be used.
The only reason this isn't 5 stars is because there isn't nearly enough here! That means you can fix it Skyler. ;3
Author I want more! Please build and expand because this was over far too soon. I love them? He is too pure and sweet but also an adorable grumpy guss. Just an absolute water puppy dog fish boy and I adore him.
I would love to see interactions with Pebble, the old man before he passed, and maybe a dual POV for Earnest? There is a lot of potential here and I would love to see it explored more.
As it is right now I definitely recommend this if you want a good, quick read.
Merman zoomies awaaaaay!!! (Seriously, I want yo see that!)
Edit: Okay, I had to come back to add this coz it's been bothering me. Two things:
One, the egg thing (not saying details to avoid spoilers but you'll know what I mean once you've read it) a bit unhinged, came out of nowhere. Maybe talk about that before you do that and give me images of mochi-like eggs.
Two, the use of female genitalia terms on males bothers me. Especially as a trans man. would prefer more neutral terms be used.
November 8, 2025
I loved the cover and was intrigued! This book is short enough to read in maybe one or two readings, it is sweet, sumptuous with its imagery (watery mer-people pov! Yay!) with a dash of sharp sour to contrast the sweet. There's a bit of enemies to lovers, some push and pull, an attempted kidnapping, and the harsh realities of nature (mer vs shark) and a dollop of light horror, sweet n sour, wrapped up with a unique bow. 🎀🧜♂️🌊🌊
If you enjoy reading merpeople, and aren't squeamish about bodies or reproductive themes (read the blurb!) then you'll enjoy devouring this story. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Recommended!
If you enjoy reading merpeople, and aren't squeamish about bodies or reproductive themes (read the blurb!) then you'll enjoy devouring this story. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Recommended!
June 10, 2025
As always, I’m just in time for Mermay…in June 😂
This was a fun, spicy short novella story with hints of 1800s-esque merman/sailor vibes. Just moody enough without being scary (which is good bc I’m a big chicken lol)
This was a fun, spicy short novella story with hints of 1800s-esque merman/sailor vibes. Just moody enough without being scary (which is good bc I’m a big chicken lol)
June 13, 2025
Beautifully written. The imagery, the longing. The way the interactions stem from curiosity but they get to see a soft side to each other and the caretaking bringing the hurt/comfort was lovely. I definitely look forward to reading more from this author.
May 20, 2025
I love gay people <3
June 12, 2025
a little weird, a little hot
June 12, 2025
Don’t look at me
Skyler Nightshade write more and my life is yours
Skyler Nightshade write more and my life is yours
October 31, 2025
3.5 ⭐
November 3, 2025
This was fun! Would’ve loved more conversation or dual POV to get a better grasp on Ernest’s thoughts & feelings. I did not expect the… snacking during times. But, I will be requesting more please!
December 29, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
December 20, 2025
Merman's Delight is, in fact, a delight. The content warnings are essentially my hot book shopping list. I tend to dive into books relatively blind and was not expecting a story from the merman's perspective! I loved seeing the world through Glacier's eyes. Especially when certain instincts kick in...heating things up to a whole new degree of eroticism.
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