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Ocean's Captive
Poor little rich girl turned marine animal activist, Angeline "Angie" Malboury is in over her head when the liberation of a sea creature takes a turn for the much worse.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
226 pages, Paperback
Published July 3, 2019
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D.S. Wrights
80 books682 followersD.S. “Dee” Wrights was born 29th March 1980 in Germany. Her name is a pen name, and she describes writing as her passion and calling. Dee speaks three languages fluently, English, German and Dutch, and some other rudimentary.
Although she started writing at an early age and two short stories were published during high school, one as a school project and one in a regional newsletter – Dee never dared of thinking to pursue a writing career. Until she started writing fanfiction and readers encouraged her to publish The Beast And Me as an ebook in May 2014.
Dee worked at a publishing house at which she earned insight into the work, process, and production of publishing books. That was the reason why she chose to do all the work herself, apart from proofreading.
When talking about her novels, Dee explains that she loves to dive into the mindset of different characters, especially those of villains and anti-heroes. However, in addition to that, she enjoys writing women who start off as weak and grow through their experiences in her books and end up being their own hero.
The question "Why do you want to be my friend?" is meant seriously. If you have more friends than books, or your answer doesn't tell me anything, I most likely won't accept the request.
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Although she started writing at an early age and two short stories were published during high school, one as a school project and one in a regional newsletter – Dee never dared of thinking to pursue a writing career. Until she started writing fanfiction and readers encouraged her to publish The Beast And Me as an ebook in May 2014.
Dee worked at a publishing house at which she earned insight into the work, process, and production of publishing books. That was the reason why she chose to do all the work herself, apart from proofreading.
When talking about her novels, Dee explains that she loves to dive into the mindset of different characters, especially those of villains and anti-heroes. However, in addition to that, she enjoys writing women who start off as weak and grow through their experiences in her books and end up being their own hero.
The question "Why do you want to be my friend?" is meant seriously. If you have more friends than books, or your answer doesn't tell me anything, I most likely won't accept the request.
Feel free to join my fan group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DeesB...
or Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
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February 14, 2019
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Synopsis:
Poor little rich girl turned marine animal activist, Angeline "Angie" Malboury is in over her head when the liberation of a sea creature takes a turn for the much worse.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
About The Authors
About Lilith Dark
Lilith Dark doesn't see herself as an author, but rather a story developer and enjoys working in collaboration with other authors to create thrilling, paranormal erotica books with shocking twists.
About D.S. Wrights
D.S. "Dee" Wrights was born 29th March 1980 in Germany. Her name is a pen name, and she describes writing as her passion and calling. Dee speaks three languages fluently, English, German and Dutch, and some other rudimentary.
Although she started writing at an early age and two short stories were published during high school, one as a school project and one in a regional newsletter - Dee never dared of thinking to pursue a writing career. Until she started writing fanfiction and readers encouraged her to publish The Beast And Me as an ebook in May 2014.
Dee worked at a publishing house at which she earned insight into the work, process, and production of publishing books. That was the reason why she chose to do all the work herself, apart from proofreading.
When talking about her novels, Dee explains that she loves to dive into the mindset of different characters, especially those of villains and anti-heroes. However, in addition to that, she enjoys writing women who start off as weak and grow through their experiences in her books and end up being their own hero.
STALKER LINKS
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/dswrights/
Twitter: @DSWrights
Instagram:DSWrights
Website: http://dswrights.com/
Email: info@dswrights.com
March 3, 2019
Great read! Absolutly loved Angeline & Mealstrom!
March 4, 2019
Loved this seductive, dark story. It reminded me a lot of one of my favorite horror films Dagon; which was a retelling of Lovecraft's The Shadow over Innsmouth. Ultimately, when you roll those elements into a story for me I'm going to heart it regardless. This was the first thing I've read from this author and despite the criticism I have, I'm going to try more of her work.
The only criticism I have is that the narrative became a bit lost in itself at some points. Almost like - the author was searching for words but didn't have the ones they wanted and got lost in descriptions that became a bit to wordy. If that piece was a smidge better this would be perfect.
I don't usually bother with this because.. dark story should be self-explanatory but trigger warnings for violence, gore, and rape-y bits for you sensitive doves out there.
The only criticism I have is that the narrative became a bit lost in itself at some points. Almost like - the author was searching for words but didn't have the ones they wanted and got lost in descriptions that became a bit to wordy. If that piece was a smidge better this would be perfect.
I don't usually bother with this because.. dark story should be self-explanatory but trigger warnings for violence, gore, and rape-y bits for you sensitive doves out there.
March 2, 2019
I really enjoyed this different kind of story by D.S. Wrights. Original in its storyline, Angeline is a young woman out to help sea animals. She is a strong-willed heroine as are most in this author's books. This story takes place out in the ocean on a yacht with the author taking us on a wild out of this world ride.
"She craved for the taste of his lips, yearned for his arms wrapping around her and pulling her close."
"Who wouldn't be utterly awestruck seeing a mythical creature in the flesh?"
You won't believe where this story takes you, I hope you will dive in, and take a chance on this story.
"She craved for the taste of his lips, yearned for his arms wrapping around her and pulling her close."
"Who wouldn't be utterly awestruck seeing a mythical creature in the flesh?"
You won't believe where this story takes you, I hope you will dive in, and take a chance on this story.
March 12, 2019
4.5 I really enjoyed this different take. The book had me tripping. I couldn’t put it down. This is my first book by this author and she is on my radar. The bad guy was so dang bad. The suspense and feelings of the heroine were so real. I loved the climax. I was so happy that she didn’t pull any punches. My only complaint was the epilogue it was just incomplete. It jumped up months ahead. Left all the good parts out. I do recommend this book.
August 5, 2019
I was extremely captivated by this story. Angeline and Maelstrom were strong in there own ways. What Angeline went through was odd but scary and came out stronger for it. Maelstrom seemed to possess a strong strength except when it came to woman. Love the ending.
July 23, 2019
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#Sexy #Dark #Erotica #Paranormal #Suspense
Author: D. S. Wrights & Lilith Dark
Genre: Dark, Erotica, Paranormal, Suspense
Release Date: February 28, 2019
🌊 #Preorder Yours On Amazon Today🌊
🌊US https://amzn.to/2TP7OFs
🌊UK https://amzn.to/2BzsWIJ
🌊CA https://amzn.to/2TNNbJP
Synopsis:
Poor little rich girl turned marine animal activist, Angeline "Angie" Malboury is in over her head when the liberation of a sea creature takes a turn for the much worse.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
About The Authors
About Lilith Dark
Lilith Dark doesn't see herself as an author, but rather a story developer and enjoys working in collaboration with other authors to create thrilling, paranormal erotica books with shocking twists.
About D.S. Wrights
D.S. "Dee" Wrights was born 29th March 1980 in Germany. Her name is a pen name, and she describes writing as her passion and calling. Dee speaks three languages fluently, English, German and Dutch, and some other rudimentary.
Although she started writing at an early age and two short stories were published during high school, one as a school project and one in a regional newsletter - Dee never dared of thinking to pursue a writing career. Until she started writing fanfiction and readers encouraged her to publish The Beast And Me as an ebook in May 2014.
Dee worked at a publishing house at which she earned insight into the work, process, and production of publishing books. That was the reason why she chose to do all the work herself, apart from proofreading.
When talking about her novels, Dee explains that she loves to dive into the mindset of different characters, especially those of villains and anti-heroes. However, in addition to that, she enjoys writing women who start off as weak and grow through their experiences in her books and end up being their own hero.
STALKER LINKS
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/dswrights/
Twitter: @DSWrights
Instagram:DSWrights
Website: http://dswrights.com/
Email: info@dswrights.com
October 29, 2020
This is a very dark, at times confusing, with over the top bad guys, a siren/merman, and an immature single POV. Please be aware there is also a sexual trigger in this story.
Angeline/Angie is an animal activist who along with her friends board a yacht thinking that they are going to save a baby whale instead they encounter something vastly different. Unfortunately their discovery gets them all killed and tossed over board with the exception of Angie.
Maelstrom is a captive of the captain of the yacht, which at times seemed to be almost as large as an oil tanker with all of the places that Angie was able to hide. It’s like every sleazy guy was on the yacht and worked for an equally oily creepy captain. Angie was in her swimsuit or pretty close to naked most of the story and it is brought to our attention ad nauseam.
Most of the story is told to us in narrative and we only get bouts of action with Angie being manhandled and used as bait to get Maelstrom to cooperate with their plans. Unfortunately Angie does not have what it takes to be the only POV for this story when the other lead only communicates telepathically. Not knowing what Maelstrom is thinking, along with him only saying a word or two makes this feel like we are trying to escape a darkened underwater room while trying to open the door as we are wearing mittens. The other only other voices we hear are their captors, with major sexual assault overtones or over the top bad guy speak.
There was an immaturity that I just couldn’t get past and was not able to connect with Angie. While I was glad she was able to regain herself after the abuse that she went through and wanted things to work out for her the ending left me as cold and disconnected as most of the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Angeline/Angie is an animal activist who along with her friends board a yacht thinking that they are going to save a baby whale instead they encounter something vastly different. Unfortunately their discovery gets them all killed and tossed over board with the exception of Angie.
Maelstrom is a captive of the captain of the yacht, which at times seemed to be almost as large as an oil tanker with all of the places that Angie was able to hide. It’s like every sleazy guy was on the yacht and worked for an equally oily creepy captain. Angie was in her swimsuit or pretty close to naked most of the story and it is brought to our attention ad nauseam.
Most of the story is told to us in narrative and we only get bouts of action with Angie being manhandled and used as bait to get Maelstrom to cooperate with their plans. Unfortunately Angie does not have what it takes to be the only POV for this story when the other lead only communicates telepathically. Not knowing what Maelstrom is thinking, along with him only saying a word or two makes this feel like we are trying to escape a darkened underwater room while trying to open the door as we are wearing mittens. The other only other voices we hear are their captors, with major sexual assault overtones or over the top bad guy speak.
There was an immaturity that I just couldn’t get past and was not able to connect with Angie. While I was glad she was able to regain herself after the abuse that she went through and wanted things to work out for her the ending left me as cold and disconnected as most of the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 2, 2020
Kept me up all night!
This book was fantastic! I ended staying up til 6am reading this, as I couldn’t put it down. It’s literally everything I’ve ever wanted in a male siren. The only thing I would change is I would have more scenes with the male protagonist and less of the graphic violence at the very end. It was VERY detailed and because I’m a weenie I had to sleep a few pages.
This book was fantastic! I ended staying up til 6am reading this, as I couldn’t put it down. It’s literally everything I’ve ever wanted in a male siren. The only thing I would change is I would have more scenes with the male protagonist and less of the graphic violence at the very end. It was VERY detailed and because I’m a weenie I had to sleep a few pages.
November 2, 2020
For me this book was what I thought it would be. It has the drama and suspense and a bit of horror in the mix. It has TRIGGERS! The authors definitely specify that warning! I felt empathy and remorse yet I also felt the horror and degradation. I found that the story was written very well. It is a story that will definitely keep you up and on the edge of your seat. You will get angry, you will be sad, you will want to throw your e reader. It will have your heart pounding and it will make you anxious! I know, it did me. I liked the characters and thought that these authors did a remarkable job at grabbing the attention of the reader and guiding them through the story. Would I recommend this book? Yep! Will I be BOLOing these two authors? You better B.E.L.I.E.V.E. it!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 29, 2024
MEH. Thought this would be interesting cause I'm a huge (dark) siren/mermaid romance fan but this was purely human having sex with a merman smut. It wasn't that interesting mainly because they was zero wholesome connection between the MCs worth mentioning.
Personally, a good human meets other species romance only counts when they get to know each other on a more emotional level apart from attraction because....could you seriously that you'll fall in love at first sight with "a hideous beast" reminiscent of Alien Vs Predator without knowing the true persona of the beast?
NOT that the merman here was a beast lol. Predator, yes. But he was unearthly good-looking, so that wasn't so much as fair as he was truly scary.
OVERALL I wouldn't recommend this to any fans like myself.
Personally, a good human meets other species romance only counts when they get to know each other on a more emotional level apart from attraction because....could you seriously that you'll fall in love at first sight with "a hideous beast" reminiscent of Alien Vs Predator without knowing the true persona of the beast?
NOT that the merman here was a beast lol. Predator, yes. But he was unearthly good-looking, so that wasn't so much as fair as he was truly scary.
OVERALL I wouldn't recommend this to any fans like myself.
January 15, 2021
I'm going to be honest this was a weird one for me. The book was quick moving and even though it wasn't short per say it felt like a novella.
The issue for me is this book just didn't really have any depth to it. Not in the setting or from the characters. It was just ok.
The book made use of time skipping and I feel that this really didn't help the above issue. I will probably forget this book before the week is over that's how meh I felt about it.
Writing was decent but honestly this entire plot & conflict could be surmised in a sentence or two.
The issue for me is this book just didn't really have any depth to it. Not in the setting or from the characters. It was just ok.
The book made use of time skipping and I feel that this really didn't help the above issue. I will probably forget this book before the week is over that's how meh I felt about it.
Writing was decent but honestly this entire plot & conflict could be surmised in a sentence or two.
October 15, 2020
A story to give aquatic activists pause for thought!
Angeline and Maelstrom is a most unusual love story. I love how the story unfolds and how they are portrayed in this story. My only complaint is it isn't longer.
Without giving spoilers all I will say is that I especially adored the 2nd last chapter. You go girl!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Angeline and Maelstrom is a most unusual love story. I love how the story unfolds and how they are portrayed in this story. My only complaint is it isn't longer.
Without giving spoilers all I will say is that I especially adored the 2nd last chapter. You go girl!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 23, 2020
This story, though short, will have you thirsting for vengeance and being lured too by the siren's song. I loved the pull between Angel and Maelstrom. The need to free him and the desire to be with him was magnetic. Great plot. Can't wait to read more from this author
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 20, 2023
Short read
I haven't read too many mermaid/mermen stories so thought to give this a chance. Its not bad for a short quick read though at times i felt the scenes jump around instead of telling the story. I also didn't like how they kept using 2 names for Angeline/Angie every other paragraph. Also more conversations between characters would help.
I haven't read too many mermaid/mermen stories so thought to give this a chance. Its not bad for a short quick read though at times i felt the scenes jump around instead of telling the story. I also didn't like how they kept using 2 names for Angeline/Angie every other paragraph. Also more conversations between characters would help.
June 16, 2019
Really enjoyed the concept of the book but didn't care for the ending so much.
Haven't read a merman book before probably won't be the last either if another comes out
Haven't read a merman book before probably won't be the last either if another comes out
April 5, 2021
This was a wonderful story of an activist named Angeline. She got more than she bargained for
August 1, 2021
3.5 stars.
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Blurb:
Poor little rich girl turned marine animal activist, Angeline "Angie" Malboury is in over her head when the liberation of a sea creature takes a turn for the much worse.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
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Blurb:
Poor little rich girl turned marine animal activist, Angeline "Angie" Malboury is in over her head when the liberation of a sea creature takes a turn for the much worse.
She ends up alone and barely clothed on a yacht with several henchmen of a ruthless and resourceful boss. Angie is quickly turned into a captive herself, along with something that isn't the young whale she thought she was saving, but a creature she thought only existed in fairy tales. A fully grown fifteen foot Merman, tail included.
There is only one goal for the two unexpected allies, escape their cruel and sadistic captors before time runs out.
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