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Bayou: King of the Seas Book 1 & 2
Mermaids are disappearing at an alarming rate, and no one knows who or what has happened to them. Not to mention, the very waters they call home are now killing them and has the Merpeople facing extinction.
Something or someone is out to destroy the Water Realm, and it is King Bayou Moreau’s duty to figure out what is going on and save his people. He turns to the one person he knows can help him, Rachal Porter, the woman he loves but refuses to love him back.
Rachal Porter Moreau lost her mate, Samuel, who was Bayou’s brother. She blames Bayou for his death and pushes him away, even though she finds herself drawn to him.
When the two start to investigate the mysterious deaths and disappearances, not only are they drawn to each other but into the web of an enemy they never expected.
Something or someone is out to destroy the Water Realm, and it is King Bayou Moreau’s duty to figure out what is going on and save his people. He turns to the one person he knows can help him, Rachal Porter, the woman he loves but refuses to love him back.
Rachal Porter Moreau lost her mate, Samuel, who was Bayou’s brother. She blames Bayou for his death and pushes him away, even though she finds herself drawn to him.
When the two start to investigate the mysterious deaths and disappearances, not only are they drawn to each other but into the web of an enemy they never expected.
355 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 10, 2020
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May 19, 2019
Alot!
This one also had so much going on, that I need a nap. But, the end with so many deaths... Wow, can somebody be saved! Yes, it's a statement not question. A magic rewind or something. All the books end with an impending war, let's bring it. Can't wait for more non-stop action and steamy scenes.
This one also had so much going on, that I need a nap. But, the end with so many deaths... Wow, can somebody be saved! Yes, it's a statement not question. A magic rewind or something. All the books end with an impending war, let's bring it. Can't wait for more non-stop action and steamy scenes.
July 11, 2019
Yessss omg yes MUST READ ❗️❗️
I finish this in two days. I have look over this book for a while and I just Decided to try . And it don’t not disappoint. This was better the Harry Potter, true blood and vampire diaries put together with black people the authors imagination is amazing I ready to start the next book and I will be read more from this author
I finish this in two days. I have look over this book for a while and I just Decided to try . And it don’t not disappoint. This was better the Harry Potter, true blood and vampire diaries put together with black people the authors imagination is amazing I ready to start the next book and I will be read more from this author
July 12, 2019
Banger
This was a banger. If you need a reason to read this book, I hope this review helps you chose. this was the best book I have read in a long ,long ,time.it usually take me a week two to finish a book.I read when I have time ,but I finished both book is three days. I just couldn’t stop every time I stop to take a breath. I couldn’t stop thinking about that happened next. I had to finish it. bayou and Rachel are add to my favorite book couple list. can’t wait to see what else this authors has written it love her writing style .
This was a banger. If you need a reason to read this book, I hope this review helps you chose. this was the best book I have read in a long ,long ,time.it usually take me a week two to finish a book.I read when I have time ,but I finished both book is three days. I just couldn’t stop every time I stop to take a breath. I couldn’t stop thinking about that happened next. I had to finish it. bayou and Rachel are add to my favorite book couple list. can’t wait to see what else this authors has written it love her writing style .
November 19, 2019
This was off to... This was off to me for a couple reasons. It was sooo hood it became overbearing, almost like it didn't go well together and the more I read the more I had to force myself in it. The characters were supposed to be extra old but weren't speaking like it. The story line was rough so trying to follow what was happening and why was off as well. With so many mistakes and left out words this came off as a mess. 8/4/2019 6:38
July 11, 2019
💖💖💖
LOVED THIS BOOK. THAT DANG MARCIE HAD ME ROLLING FOR REAL. I JUST WISH SHE WOULD HAVE BEAT SARAH'S A** ATLEAST ONCE. NOW I CAN'T WAIT TO READ POLA'S BOOK CAUSE HE'S BAE.
LOVED THIS BOOK. THAT DANG MARCIE HAD ME ROLLING FOR REAL. I JUST WISH SHE WOULD HAVE BEAT SARAH'S A** ATLEAST ONCE. NOW I CAN'T WAIT TO READ POLA'S BOOK CAUSE HE'S BAE.
September 14, 2020
Lots of Potential but doesn’t quite hit
I absolutely absolutely loved the idea behind Bayou: King of The Seas. I have such a hard time finding paranormal romance with Black characters that the I just knew this was going to hit the spot.
The author is imaginative in her story background and I loved that. Unfortunately as much as I loved the idea, the execution didn’t quite reel me in. The characters were flat and one dimensional but I can tell that the author wanted them to be well rounded. The only reason I could tell was in speech were another character would go “XYZ changed from when I first met her”.
The romances fell flat. The timelines of story events didn’t really line up. And while some of this can be overlooked, I can tell that this wasn’t edited. Characters repeated things or stated things that the reader has already read without the character stating it. Quite often the dialogue was stilted as well.
I believe that I would have thoroughly enjoyed this if even the smallest amount of editing was done, but unfortunately it comes off as more of a first draft.
While I do think that some work needs to be done, I can see this author going quite far with this with people who don’t notice the things that I’ve stated. But I truly believe it would go even further with some basic editing and cleaning up.
While usually I wouldn’t comment on editing, these were things that as a reader, I couldn’t help but notice because it impacted my enjoyment of the story.
I absolutely absolutely loved the idea behind Bayou: King of The Seas. I have such a hard time finding paranormal romance with Black characters that the I just knew this was going to hit the spot.
The author is imaginative in her story background and I loved that. Unfortunately as much as I loved the idea, the execution didn’t quite reel me in. The characters were flat and one dimensional but I can tell that the author wanted them to be well rounded. The only reason I could tell was in speech were another character would go “XYZ changed from when I first met her”.
The romances fell flat. The timelines of story events didn’t really line up. And while some of this can be overlooked, I can tell that this wasn’t edited. Characters repeated things or stated things that the reader has already read without the character stating it. Quite often the dialogue was stilted as well.
I believe that I would have thoroughly enjoyed this if even the smallest amount of editing was done, but unfortunately it comes off as more of a first draft.
While I do think that some work needs to be done, I can see this author going quite far with this with people who don’t notice the things that I’ve stated. But I truly believe it would go even further with some basic editing and cleaning up.
While usually I wouldn’t comment on editing, these were things that as a reader, I couldn’t help but notice because it impacted my enjoyment of the story.
October 5, 2021
Happenings in the deep seas
This was a great read!
So much going on! Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Bayou the King of all waterworld had a responsibility to his people, family and loved ones. He’s running a kingdom, a drug business, and more. He’s also without his mate.
He has a loyal crew who are down for him. But what happens when greed and a quest for power changes the hearts of his colleagues and his people? Not to mention an ancient evil resurfacing and secrets surrounding its origins are revealed.
There’s mating rituals, pairings, betrayals and more happening all at once. All is not well with the water.
Bayou the King has a crisis on his hands, but he has good people to help him along the way to ending it.
This was a great read!
So much going on! Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Bayou the King of all waterworld had a responsibility to his people, family and loved ones. He’s running a kingdom, a drug business, and more. He’s also without his mate.
He has a loyal crew who are down for him. But what happens when greed and a quest for power changes the hearts of his colleagues and his people? Not to mention an ancient evil resurfacing and secrets surrounding its origins are revealed.
There’s mating rituals, pairings, betrayals and more happening all at once. All is not well with the water.
Bayou the King has a crisis on his hands, but he has good people to help him along the way to ending it.
May 17, 2019
All I can say is wow because I definitely want more. Work kept me having to pause my reading but I was finally able to finish. So many lies led to untold truths and when it was finally revealed it was too late. I loved how Aquarius was willing to step up and protect Coral after her foolish mistakes. Croatoan was really seeking revenge and I don't like him at all. Marci needs to get her life because something is truly not right with her. I need Bayou to pull some strength from somewhere and show why he's the king. Just when I started to like Angel just a little bit here goes the bs. Hopefully Nola and Rachal can get to Garnet and do what needs to be done to save everyone.
June 5, 2021
New Favorite
I don't normally write reviews despite my like or dislike BUT This book was fantastic from prologue to epilogue. The plot flowed beautifully and I have never laughed out loud and so hard than I did Everytime a character clowned another. My absolute favorite was Marci's crazy self. Her level of savagery towards Sarah had me in tears. I loved how all the alphas ( men & women) were able to lead without egos clashing. I didn't like Angel and I hope in the next book Nola makes beyond difficult or just ignores him altogether. I hope there's a book on Infinity in the future too.
I don't normally write reviews despite my like or dislike BUT This book was fantastic from prologue to epilogue. The plot flowed beautifully and I have never laughed out loud and so hard than I did Everytime a character clowned another. My absolute favorite was Marci's crazy self. Her level of savagery towards Sarah had me in tears. I loved how all the alphas ( men & women) were able to lead without egos clashing. I didn't like Angel and I hope in the next book Nola makes beyond difficult or just ignores him altogether. I hope there's a book on Infinity in the future too.
May 16, 2019
Another 5⭐️ banger!!
This author never fails me, and has done it again! This book had so many twists and turns. It takes you through so many emotions. Bayou truly loved Rachal and he would do anything to show and prove. Aquarius was a real man and for Coral he really stepped up to the plate. I don’t know how to feel about Angel because on the one hand I understand his decision, but on the other, I think he handled it wrong. That ending left my mouth ha going open. I can’t wait for pt 2 so I can see what’s going to happen!
This author never fails me, and has done it again! This book had so many twists and turns. It takes you through so many emotions. Bayou truly loved Rachal and he would do anything to show and prove. Aquarius was a real man and for Coral he really stepped up to the plate. I don’t know how to feel about Angel because on the one hand I understand his decision, but on the other, I think he handled it wrong. That ending left my mouth ha going open. I can’t wait for pt 2 so I can see what’s going to happen!
May 17, 2019
In My Feels
Annitia tsk tsk tsk...... WHY WOULD YOU WILLFULLY PLAY WITH OUR EMOTIONS LIKE THAT??!! Coral was a lil annoying at first but sis for her some act right....This dizzy dora chick Marci got me rocking back and forth biting my lip !!!! I'm screaming For the Duvals to come thru and wreck some ish frfr!! I hope that Qua is not really dead because...... I need part 2 to come thru EXPEDITIOUSLY!!! I AM NEVER DISAPPOINTED WITH YOU ANNITIA (except with those words to be continued)🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Read Worthy!!
Annitia tsk tsk tsk...... WHY WOULD YOU WILLFULLY PLAY WITH OUR EMOTIONS LIKE THAT??!! Coral was a lil annoying at first but sis for her some act right....This dizzy dora chick Marci got me rocking back and forth biting my lip !!!! I'm screaming For the Duvals to come thru and wreck some ish frfr!! I hope that Qua is not really dead because...... I need part 2 to come thru EXPEDITIOUSLY!!! I AM NEVER DISAPPOINTED WITH YOU ANNITIA (except with those words to be continued)🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Read Worthy!!
May 18, 2019
As usual Annitia L. Jackson did not disappoint! I like how she brings characters from her other books to later books, but in a way that you don't necessarily have to have read the other books. It's like one big happy family and you move from one side to the other side. So in this side of the family drama the underworld water realm is under siege. Bayou is shooting his shot at his mate while trying to take care of the kingdom, and his sister, Coral. The villain is from within and old enemies team up to fight him. BE WARNED there is a part 2 .
July 2, 2019
This book was in my to read pile for a while so i decided to read it. I normally love books from this author, however i couldn't get into this book. I read for a while, and then i put it down and picked it back up but i couldn't get into the grove of the book. The writing that i read was good, but i just couldn't get into the storyline which is weird to me because I normally love these types of books. I might try to read it again later on and if anything changes ill update how i feel in my review lol
May 17, 2019
Awesome 💖
Annitia as always you never leave me disappointed. I can't wait for part two to see how things are going to end. Because knowing you things are never what they seems you always have something up your sleeve. You turned me on to a whole new world and I love it more and more with each book. Now get to work on part two because we are waiting. Lol Keep up the excellent work.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Annitia as always you never leave me disappointed. I can't wait for part two to see how things are going to end. Because knowing you things are never what they seems you always have something up your sleeve. You turned me on to a whole new world and I love it more and more with each book. Now get to work on part two because we are waiting. Lol Keep up the excellent work.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
June 1, 2019
Entertaining Read
This was my first read by this author. Never thought about a paranormal story with mermaids, but it did hold my attention. The author has created quite an imaginative story filled with relationship drama, family rivalry and fighting off villains. Kind of like a paranormal soap opera. I was shocked at the ending, looking forward to part 2 to see how the drama plays out.
This was my first read by this author. Never thought about a paranormal story with mermaids, but it did hold my attention. The author has created quite an imaginative story filled with relationship drama, family rivalry and fighting off villains. Kind of like a paranormal soap opera. I was shocked at the ending, looking forward to part 2 to see how the drama plays out.
May 16, 2019
Loved it
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Annitia you never disappoint me. I feel like it ended too quickly. I kept reading and stopping trying to make it last. Why you do me like that at the end. You got my nerves all rattled. I loved it though. Can't wait til part 2.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Annitia you never disappoint me. I feel like it ended too quickly. I kept reading and stopping trying to make it last. Why you do me like that at the end. You got my nerves all rattled. I loved it though. Can't wait til part 2.
May 17, 2019
Good
This was a good start to this new series. Bayou's reign as king is threatened by a powerful source. Rachal is fighting a losing battle with her true self. Nola is playing a dangerous game. Croatoan was an interesting character. I'm looking forward to seeing how everything turns out with how things ended.
This was a good start to this new series. Bayou's reign as king is threatened by a powerful source. Rachal is fighting a losing battle with her true self. Nola is playing a dangerous game. Croatoan was an interesting character. I'm looking forward to seeing how everything turns out with how things ended.
May 18, 2019
A little slow 🧜🏾♀️
This book was ok but also a little anticlimactic. I understand we need the back story on “croatoan” but still I felt a drag while reading. Also I know it’s good to give details but I feel the sex scenes didn’t require every bump & noise sound to be literally written out. I feel it takes up space that could be used for more action.
My opinion though 🤷🏽♀️
This book was ok but also a little anticlimactic. I understand we need the back story on “croatoan” but still I felt a drag while reading. Also I know it’s good to give details but I feel the sex scenes didn’t require every bump & noise sound to be literally written out. I feel it takes up space that could be used for more action.
My opinion though 🤷🏽♀️
May 18, 2019
Part 2
Omg nooo not the king I hope he comes back alive. I really hope Rachael doesn’t change in become dark but save the people. I really hope coral and qua can make it. Angel selfish I didn’t like that. I hope the uncle dies and everybody that betrayed the king of the water realm. I can’t wait till part 2 I need it asap. I love your books the just keep coming.
Omg nooo not the king I hope he comes back alive. I really hope Rachael doesn’t change in become dark but save the people. I really hope coral and qua can make it. Angel selfish I didn’t like that. I hope the uncle dies and everybody that betrayed the king of the water realm. I can’t wait till part 2 I need it asap. I love your books the just keep coming.
May 18, 2019
3.5 Stars
This story was just ok. The flow of the book for the most part was ok. However, I probably would have enjoyed it more if it didn’t have an urban twist to it. I love urban fiction, but it just did not mesh well with this paranormal story. This story was entertaining though and I do plan to read part two.
This story was just ok. The flow of the book for the most part was ok. However, I probably would have enjoyed it more if it didn’t have an urban twist to it. I love urban fiction, but it just did not mesh well with this paranormal story. This story was entertaining though and I do plan to read part two.
May 20, 2019
Awesome Read
I can’t wait for Croatoan to get what’s coming for him! I really hope Qua isn’t dead! This book had me all in my feelings! I need book 2 to right now. Poor Rachal and Nola and what happened to the Princess and the baby! I have so many questions! Hurry up Annitia!!! This book was EVERYTHING! 🔥🔥🔥
I can’t wait for Croatoan to get what’s coming for him! I really hope Qua isn’t dead! This book had me all in my feelings! I need book 2 to right now. Poor Rachal and Nola and what happened to the Princess and the baby! I have so many questions! Hurry up Annitia!!! This book was EVERYTHING! 🔥🔥🔥
May 21, 2019
Petty
In the name of all that is petty I wasn’t ready for this one. I understand where Angel was coming from I do. But he didn’t have to do Nola like that. I hope she finds someone else and he loses his ish. I knew Marci was going to be a problem. Now I have to impatiently wait for part 2. You never disappoint. Sensational
In the name of all that is petty I wasn’t ready for this one. I understand where Angel was coming from I do. But he didn’t have to do Nola like that. I hope she finds someone else and he loses his ish. I knew Marci was going to be a problem. Now I have to impatiently wait for part 2. You never disappoint. Sensational
May 26, 2019
A Fan! 🤞🏾❤️
Didn’t get into paranormal books until this year! Author Annitia Jackson has just blew my mind! I’ve never find mermaids and supernatural beings to be so intriguing until finishing this book! From beginning to end, I was pulled in and man did my heart go out to these characters! Forever a fan! 💙
Didn’t get into paranormal books until this year! Author Annitia Jackson has just blew my mind! I’ve never find mermaids and supernatural beings to be so intriguing until finishing this book! From beginning to end, I was pulled in and man did my heart go out to these characters! Forever a fan! 💙
May 30, 2019
👍👍👍👍👍
I am never dissatisfied when I read one of Annitia's books. She is fire when it comes to paranormal writing. Coral was a spoil brat. She kicked off the drama when she slept with her best friend boyfriend. King Bayou was a good King. He sacrificed his life for his people and the love of his life Rachal. I hope Rachel can bring him back. Can't wait till part 2
I am never dissatisfied when I read one of Annitia's books. She is fire when it comes to paranormal writing. Coral was a spoil brat. She kicked off the drama when she slept with her best friend boyfriend. King Bayou was a good King. He sacrificed his life for his people and the love of his life Rachal. I hope Rachel can bring him back. Can't wait till part 2
August 6, 2025
I loved this!!!
I enjoyed being in Nashville for this story, reading about home in a book is always fun! I also loved the characters and writing, I am a HUGE fantasy romance fan & one thing that stands out is that most of the writers and characters are usually of a single persuasion & we all love color in our lives! I’ll be reading more from this amazing author.
I enjoyed being in Nashville for this story, reading about home in a book is always fun! I also loved the characters and writing, I am a HUGE fantasy romance fan & one thing that stands out is that most of the writers and characters are usually of a single persuasion & we all love color in our lives! I’ll be reading more from this amazing author.
May 16, 2019
I wasn’t ready!!!
Bayou.....like that!!? Lordt take me now!!! Lol Such detail in the history of the King and each characters!! I’m ready for part two now!! Every time...I think I know I don’t....lol This is a must read with a mix of 🗣EVERYTHING PARANORMAL!!!
Bayou.....like that!!? Lordt take me now!!! Lol Such detail in the history of the King and each characters!! I’m ready for part two now!! Every time...I think I know I don’t....lol This is a must read with a mix of 🗣EVERYTHING PARANORMAL!!!
May 16, 2019
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
You are killing this paranormal gane Annitia Jackson. I don't want to give away what happens but this book is so good. It keeps you intrigued the whole time. And I can't wait to see what happens next hurry up with part 2 cause I know if doesn't end like that
You are killing this paranormal gane Annitia Jackson. I don't want to give away what happens but this book is so good. It keeps you intrigued the whole time. And I can't wait to see what happens next hurry up with part 2 cause I know if doesn't end like that
May 17, 2019
A five star Banger!
Oh my the tumultuous storyline this
read contains is so very explosive. This re
ad will have you up and floating furiously on to the next page until you're done. One click for a paranormal emotionally filled read.
Oh my the tumultuous storyline this
read contains is so very explosive. This re
ad will have you up and floating furiously on to the next page until you're done. One click for a paranormal emotionally filled read.
May 17, 2019
Waterworld troubles
Can you bring in book 2 already!! This book got so much going on with all the drama, family secrets, betrayal, and scorned lovers. Hope everyone can come together and defeat their greatest enemy and the ones who are helping him!!!
Can you bring in book 2 already!! This book got so much going on with all the drama, family secrets, betrayal, and scorned lovers. Hope everyone can come together and defeat their greatest enemy and the ones who are helping him!!!
May 17, 2019
😲😲😲
Oh my f***king goodness !!! I’m really trying to wrap my head around what I just read !! I know there has got to be some great plot twist ! Like something that was said and I missed it because honey.....
Oh my f***king goodness !!! I’m really trying to wrap my head around what I just read !! I know there has got to be some great plot twist ! Like something that was said and I missed it because honey.....
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