A Perfect Wave

by J.B. Rafferty

“Okay kid, here’s the deal,” offers the creepy old surfer, “I will teach you to create your own perfect waves using an elemental magic called dynamism. You, in return, will help me locate and bag a treacherous mermaid who now lives on land in human form.” Torey figures, “Everybody knows that mermaids don’t really exist so what do I have to lose?” ~ After a serious wipeout, Dillon follows his surfboard leash towards the surface. He is almost there when he feels a hand grab his ankle and pull him back down. His startled gasp causes him to lose precious oxygen. Kicking his feet violently, he swims frantically upwards. His mind cannot register what is happening. He is too freaked out to think straight as he fights against his reflex to inhale and fill his lungs with water. Just two more strokes and he can breathe again. He is almost there. He is so close that he can practically taste the air. Just one more second and… Hands grab him by his hips and pull him back down again. He knows that he is going to drown, but struggles to see who his attacker is. The mermaid pulls him downwards until she and Dillon are face to face. He becomes instantly mesmerized by the magnificence of her beauty. She presses her sensual lips against his. His body relaxes and all worries of dying flee his oxygen-starved brain. She kisses him more passionately. He kisses her back desperately wanting this final moment of his life to last forever. His world goes black. Lesson #1: Never kiss a stinking mermaid.

264 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 14, 2015

Reviews

[Glen · Rating 2 out of 5]

The usual friendless youth meets a guy cursed by a mermaid. His father teaches him to fight, the guy teaches him magic, he falls for the usual goth. And there's a lot of mermaids around.

It's okay, but predictable.

[Melissa Kuch · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fun read! There's something for everyone: Mermaids, taking on bullies, surfing, and a mysterious superpower called dynamism! I enjoyed going on this journey with Torey who, in exchange for becoming cool, needs to help his mysterious friend Donovan trap a mermaid. Non-stop excitement and you are rooting for Torey throughout the story, especially during the Surf Competition! So grab your copy of "A Perfect Wave", a surf board and go on this wild ride and you won't be disappointed!

[Jupiter Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a first-time reader of a book centered around surfing and mermaids, I must admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the enthralling experience it offered. “A Perfect Wave” effortlessly captivated my attention from start to finish, thanks to its well-paced narrative, intriguing characters, and original storyline.