SAN LEANDRO, Calif, Nov. 14, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Juan Valdes was swimming leisurely, unknowing the tide had caught up with him. Suddenly, the shore seemed miles away from his reach and he panicked. He almost drowns when a mysterious woman rescues him. But when he wakes up on the shore, she is gone. Did he imagine everything or was he really saved by an enchanting nymph from the sea? Witness the intriguing events as they unravel in the Ghost of the Pirate Mermaid, a fantasy novel by Geroge J. Guerin.
For centuries, Hispanola Santiago has lived beneath the sea until one night she rescues a drowning man, Juan Valdes. Touching Juan gave her new life and suddenly, she could touch the world again. When the young man is accused of murdering his ex-wife, Hispanola is determined to do anything to save him once more. Meanwhile, Juan Valdes thinks he was losing his mind. Just days after his divorce was final, he is accused of murdering his ex. Even stranger, a sexy mermaid is becoming his closest friend. Hispanola can help Juan clear his name and he couldn't help but wonder, what is Hispanola's motive.
Did the mermaid ghost love him, or does she merely need him to avoid the lure of the ocean? Was Hispanola looking for revenge or a love that would liberate her from her watery prison? The riveting tale of the Ghost of the Pirate Mermaid will leave you breathless and wanting more. Buy a copy now!
About the Author
Ghost of the Pirate Mermaid is George John Guerin's first novel.
Ghost of the Pirate Mermaid * by George J. Guerin
Publication Date: December 10, 2007
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