Ocean's Rise

by Demelza Carlton

With a baby on the way, Maria thought her troubles would be over, but a new storm is brewing with the power to sweep away everything she holds dear.Maria will be faced with a heartbreaking choice between the ocean and her family. A choice that could cost her everything.

269 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 10, 2021

About the author

USA Today Bestselling Author Demelza Carlton has always loved the ocean, but on her first snorkelling trip she found she was afraid of fish.
She has since swum with sea lions, sharks and sea cucumbers and stood on spray-drenched cliffs over a seething sea as a seven-metre cyclonic swell surged in, shattering a shipwreck below.
Sensationalist spin? No - Demelza tends to take a camera with her so she can capture and share the moment later; shipwrecks, sharks and all.
Demelza now lives in Perth, Western Australia, the shark attack capital of the world.
The Ocean's Gift series was her first foray into fiction, followed by the Nightmares trilogy. She swears the Mel Goes to Hell series ambushed her on a crowded train and wouldn't leave her alone.

Reviews

[*❆ Kαɾҽɳ ❆* · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series has taken such a tragic turn. I've come to understand and like the characters so far. So intrigued with the new storyline and so invested in their mermaid world.

[Elizabeth Connor · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is book four in the Siren of War series and I haven’t read books one through three. Because I received an ARC, I started this one, hoping I’d be able to piece together what had happened in the previous books, but I had to read the synopsis of each book to get an idea of who Maria and Wiliam were. I considered going back to the beginning to, at least, read book one, which is currently free on Amazon, but then I still wouldn’t have books two and three. I could buy them, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized I didn’t care enough. I didn’t find the characters compelling enough to care about what happened to them. I didn’t feel as if I related to either of them in any way. After just a few chapters, I decided to cut my losses and stop reading. It’s possible that I might enjoy the entire series, but based on this small taste of it, I’ve determined that my time would be better spent reading something I’ll find more exciting.

[Richard Goodrum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite a good story, although it does hold tragedy. Maria (Serina) continues to bloom both onshore and under the waves. William does well by her and I enjoyed meeting William's sister Sarah. So much happens in this story and yet the pace was slow and steady. I feel that it could have done with fewer sex scenes as, at least to me, they didn't really add to the plot. The ending was mildly satisfying and leaves me wondering where the story will lead next.

Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Great world building. Haunting. Steamy. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Wonderful characters.

I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.

[Dora · Rating 4 out of 5]

The moments of happiness seemed counted for Maria, the secrets weighed too much, and the danger loomed over the humans and her beloved William. The internal struggle had Maria overwhelmed but when tragedy strikes, she no longer has alternatives, the threat must be faced. Suspense, an intriguing character, family drama, amusing scenes, romance, heated passion and a twist that took me by surprise. What else is in store for Sirena? Voluntarily reviewed this copy that I liked.

[Chris Mckay · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love mermaids and their interactions with humans, think little mermaid, you'll love this series. A word of warning, don't expect Disney mermaids or a child's book. I also recommend getting the 1st three books in the series so you have a better understanding of what is going on, plus they are also very enjoyable.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the conclusion to Sirena/Maria's story. She is happy with William and pregnant with her daughter Belinda (Apalala). It's a bitter sweet tale of love, loss and finding one's true place in the world. It's a good read and fitting ending to her story. I volunteered to read this book.

[Aurora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Romance, babies and a mother-daughter showdown. This one's got all the feels.
A great read.