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An African American Mermaid Paranormal Series #2
The Perfect Waters: Odessa. Book Two
Is love really the only thing O'Asia needs to save the waters? Or is that just the tip of the iceberg? O'Asia and Zale need to fall in love, but they're currently surrounded by angry guards ready to uphold the law. Can Odessa succeed in protecting them both? With Emperor Seera now back in open waters, they quickly become more dangerous for one merm in particular, and O'Asia soon realises that the Prince and his love aren't the only things she needs to protect them all... As secrets are uncovered, characters are put to the ultimate test, and it becomes apparent that what they all want and what the water needs, is two completely different things. What was once seen as the enemy, must now become the ally, and what once appeared black and white, now clearly isn't. As unlikely partnerships are made and the waters move closer to being truly free, all rests first on O'Asia grasping her advanced sorcery. But will she succeed in time? And what other abilities will she uncover within herself that will help her on her quest to make the waters perfect again. Reader Please be aware that LeeSha McCoy is an Urban Fiction Writer, and this series is an African American Urban Paranormal Romance. Therefore, some of the vernacular used may be different to what you are familiar with. Reader discretion is advised.
- GenresFantasyParanormalRomance
203 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2019
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About the author
LeeSha McCoy
70 books223 followersMother. Author. Wellness Blogger.
Lover of Music. Believer of Romance. Dirty Minded.
LeeSha McCoy is the author of all things African American Romance. She released her first book in 2012 and currently writes African American Urban Romance, Paranormal, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romantic Comedy, and Steamy Contemporary Romance under the pen name Karmen Kane.
With over 40 books published to date, representation is important to her, so you will always find positive representations of black men and women in her books, with a focus on family bonds, growth, and above all, strong fiery heroines and the heroes that love the hell out of them for it.
Writing novels that make her readers 'feel' is her mission; she does not just write stories to be read, but for her readers to experience. As someone who has lived through many up and downs in her personal life, she uses those experiences in all of her stories, priding herself on the realism in her work, regardless of genre.
She began writing in the late 90's, although it was mostly song lyrics she wrote to escape her loneliness. As one of only a handful of bi-racial children living in her small hometown of Banbury, she struggled to make friends and to be accepted, so she spent most of her childhood alone.
She currently lives in England, but her family is spread all across the United States, including the states of Baltimore, Colorado, and Texas.
As a mother to four beautiful children, she spends her spare time playing Roblox and finding new places to walk with them, helping others discover self-love through her wellness blog, binge reading dirty romances, or watching food review shows on YouTube.
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Lover of Music. Believer of Romance. Dirty Minded.
LeeSha McCoy is the author of all things African American Romance. She released her first book in 2012 and currently writes African American Urban Romance, Paranormal, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romantic Comedy, and Steamy Contemporary Romance under the pen name Karmen Kane.
With over 40 books published to date, representation is important to her, so you will always find positive representations of black men and women in her books, with a focus on family bonds, growth, and above all, strong fiery heroines and the heroes that love the hell out of them for it.
Writing novels that make her readers 'feel' is her mission; she does not just write stories to be read, but for her readers to experience. As someone who has lived through many up and downs in her personal life, she uses those experiences in all of her stories, priding herself on the realism in her work, regardless of genre.
She began writing in the late 90's, although it was mostly song lyrics she wrote to escape her loneliness. As one of only a handful of bi-racial children living in her small hometown of Banbury, she struggled to make friends and to be accepted, so she spent most of her childhood alone.
She currently lives in England, but her family is spread all across the United States, including the states of Baltimore, Colorado, and Texas.
As a mother to four beautiful children, she spends her spare time playing Roblox and finding new places to walk with them, helping others discover self-love through her wellness blog, binge reading dirty romances, or watching food review shows on YouTube.
Find her on...
https://linktr.ee/Leeshamccoy
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/leeshamccoy.7
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leeshamccoy...
Twitter - https://twitter.com/LeeshaMcCoy
BookBub - https://www.bookbub.com/authors/leesh...
Radish Fiction, iReader & Clubhouse.
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January 12, 2020
I want to love this story...
It's a unique spin on mermaid romance and, of course, I love that the main characters are dark skinned. Unfortunately, they speak like they are in an episode of Growing Up Hip Hop and the author can't seem to decide if she wants to use Americanized spelling or British (European?) spelling of certain words. The slipping in and out of the hip hop vernacular is distracting and the lack of consistency in spelling makes it seems as if two different people wrote this story. I want to love this story and I will, most likely, read the third book. I wish the author would use more polished language, befitting the characters. I am Black and I don't speak the way most of these characters speak. No one in my circle of friends does either. I am reading this series specifically because I thought I would relate to the characters but the language makes it difficult.
It's a unique spin on mermaid romance and, of course, I love that the main characters are dark skinned. Unfortunately, they speak like they are in an episode of Growing Up Hip Hop and the author can't seem to decide if she wants to use Americanized spelling or British (European?) spelling of certain words. The slipping in and out of the hip hop vernacular is distracting and the lack of consistency in spelling makes it seems as if two different people wrote this story. I want to love this story and I will, most likely, read the third book. I wish the author would use more polished language, befitting the characters. I am Black and I don't speak the way most of these characters speak. No one in my circle of friends does either. I am reading this series specifically because I thought I would relate to the characters but the language makes it difficult.
October 10, 2020
THE SAGA CONTINUES
Things seem to be looking up for O'Asia and Zale as they embark on a journey to make sure the sea waters are as perfect as they were before the turmoil. I love how O'Asia has adapted to being a mermaid so easily and she's eager to learn all there is to know as well as using her powers. Zale is the perfect mate as he encourages and has O'Asia back. With their life in danger, how will Scylla and Calder manage to survive. Can't wait to read how things play out for them and will Darya be found.
Things seem to be looking up for O'Asia and Zale as they embark on a journey to make sure the sea waters are as perfect as they were before the turmoil. I love how O'Asia has adapted to being a mermaid so easily and she's eager to learn all there is to know as well as using her powers. Zale is the perfect mate as he encourages and has O'Asia back. With their life in danger, how will Scylla and Calder manage to survive. Can't wait to read how things play out for them and will Darya be found.
December 17, 2019
Soooo gooodddd❤❤❤❤
First I wanna say I love leesha McCoy her storytelling is out of this world and everyone should read her work. I love zale and asias love u can feel it while your reading. Asia really is a remarkable Odessa she just blows my mind how fast she learns her sorcery. Calder and scylla are turning out to be one of my favorite characters I just hope they understand how real asia is so they can have the best life possible. I cant wait to see what happens in book 3 I love the ride she takes us on. The waters are def pleased with this new odessa. If your reading this review before you try the book I promise you wont be disappointed another 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ read tho I didnt expect anything less great job....
First I wanna say I love leesha McCoy her storytelling is out of this world and everyone should read her work. I love zale and asias love u can feel it while your reading. Asia really is a remarkable Odessa she just blows my mind how fast she learns her sorcery. Calder and scylla are turning out to be one of my favorite characters I just hope they understand how real asia is so they can have the best life possible. I cant wait to see what happens in book 3 I love the ride she takes us on. The waters are def pleased with this new odessa. If your reading this review before you try the book I promise you wont be disappointed another 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ read tho I didnt expect anything less great job....
February 19, 2020
Need book 3
I absolutely love this story. My suspicions were right about Darya. She let that her hatred fuel her and it turned out to be the biggest mistake of her life. I hope they find her. I know they will. I just say Calder and Scylla are a breath of fresh air to this story. Their banter gives the story some relief in between all the drama that’s going on. I have high hopes for them. I know once everything is all said and done Asia will finally be able to relax a while and enjoy her time with Zale. I hope everyone comes out on top and those witches finally cease to exist
I absolutely love this story. My suspicions were right about Darya. She let that her hatred fuel her and it turned out to be the biggest mistake of her life. I hope they find her. I know they will. I just say Calder and Scylla are a breath of fresh air to this story. Their banter gives the story some relief in between all the drama that’s going on. I have high hopes for them. I know once everything is all said and done Asia will finally be able to relax a while and enjoy her time with Zale. I hope everyone comes out on top and those witches finally cease to exist
October 9, 2020
This sequel took me back to the Mermaid world and I enjoyed it. McCoy continued to develop the characters throwing in more steam between Odessa and her Prince. The story propelled us further into Odessa discovering her new self and her role while keeping an eye out for those who may harm or deceive her. The story was well structured and so it continued to build on this world and the characters while adding a bit of intrigue. I listened to the audible version and as before the narrator chosen for this series is spot on in bringing the characters to life. Great job.
June 30, 2021
Amazing
Book two was really good!
We got more of the history of what happened, who done it and why. We also got more background of the characters as well as their personalities.
Asia and Zale are flourishing in love and in power! Despite all that is going on around them and involving them.
It’s getting down to the show down between the witches and the merms and everyone seems to be preparing, strategizing and leveling up.
I can’t wait to see what happens to Darya.
So much to look forward to and I’m sure book 3 won’t disappoint!
Book two was really good!
We got more of the history of what happened, who done it and why. We also got more background of the characters as well as their personalities.
Asia and Zale are flourishing in love and in power! Despite all that is going on around them and involving them.
It’s getting down to the show down between the witches and the merms and everyone seems to be preparing, strategizing and leveling up.
I can’t wait to see what happens to Darya.
So much to look forward to and I’m sure book 3 won’t disappoint!
January 18, 2023
This is my first time reading this author and my first African American Mermaid 🧜♀️ series. I loved the premise, the characters and the world building. However I did find myself skimming through some of the book. I feel like most of the story could have been told in less words. The only real complaint I have is the author switching back and forth between British and English language. I also read a couple of reviews speaking on the amount of profanity and the fact that the merms were cursing 😑. This series had no more profanity than any other average book or tv show. It appeared to be your average dialogue. Nothing was over the top or over done with it. I have decided if I want to continue with books 4 & 5, the contaminated waters series.
December 17, 2019
This book right here is a must-read I'm not into fishy sex LOL however it makes me want to be a mermaid or live in the sea this book brings you right into it making you imagine that you are in the water and witnessing all the events as usual LeeShaMcCoy has done it again keeping you waiting anticipating and then gives you that good old cliffhanger waiting for but three or however many she decides to put in this series
March 6, 2022
Amazing Series!!!
Wow, I am really enjoying this Perfect Waters series. The books are well written, with great character development and a well thought out plot. I just happened to stumbled upon this series through my suggested readings. I put it off for 3 months because I wasn’t interested in getting caught up in another series. However, the books are so entertaining that I’ve spent my whole weekend caught up. It has been well worth my time and money so far.
Wow, I am really enjoying this Perfect Waters series. The books are well written, with great character development and a well thought out plot. I just happened to stumbled upon this series through my suggested readings. I put it off for 3 months because I wasn’t interested in getting caught up in another series. However, the books are so entertaining that I’ve spent my whole weekend caught up. It has been well worth my time and money so far.
November 20, 2022
The second installment of this book was perhaps more suspenseful than the first because the question of whether Zale and O’Asia will be able to hold onto what they have found in one another is never certain. The royal world McCoy created underwater is beautiful and it is a delightful fantasy escape story with a suspenseful plot. The final installment will hopefully address the cliffhanger on which the second story concludes.
December 19, 2019
💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
This 2nd installment was worth the wait. You had me laughing, angry and emotional because your writing is so vivid. The flow, the characters, the language everything was on point. Thank you for gifting you talent to your readers! I felt like I was living in the waters with them💕💕💕💕💕
This 2nd installment was worth the wait. You had me laughing, angry and emotional because your writing is so vivid. The flow, the characters, the language everything was on point. Thank you for gifting you talent to your readers! I felt like I was living in the waters with them💕💕💕💕💕
December 25, 2019
Yessss
LeeSha McCoy this book right here, it was all that and more. The Love that Zale and O'Asia have for each other is felt all through theis book. The way it ended has me craving for book three. If you haven't read Perfect Waters the first book please do it will not disappoint you.🔥🔥💥💥
LeeSha McCoy this book right here, it was all that and more. The Love that Zale and O'Asia have for each other is felt all through theis book. The way it ended has me craving for book three. If you haven't read Perfect Waters the first book please do it will not disappoint you.🔥🔥💥💥
July 19, 2020
Great read
This book is a great read. I couldn't out it down. I've never read anything like this. I look forward to more books from this author. I love the relationship between O'Asia and Zale. I can't wait to see what happens with Scylla and Calder. Let me hurry to read the next book.
This book is a great read. I couldn't out it down. I've never read anything like this. I look forward to more books from this author. I love the relationship between O'Asia and Zale. I can't wait to see what happens with Scylla and Calder. Let me hurry to read the next book.
December 17, 2019
Now why?!
Now LeeSha why you do us like that!? This book was THE truth!!! I just love the love between Asia and Zale😍😍. The suspense gone kill me. Can’t wait for book 3. I wouldn’t mind a spin off of Wade and Harbor.
Now LeeSha why you do us like that!? This book was THE truth!!! I just love the love between Asia and Zale😍😍. The suspense gone kill me. Can’t wait for book 3. I wouldn’t mind a spin off of Wade and Harbor.
December 18, 2019
Wow
Know I'm glad that oasia got most here power and but now I'm going to be look for part 3 with a flashlight cause I need to know if the hounds get they revenge on the witches and how oasia get revenge on her sister this book was so worth the wait. Loved it
Know I'm glad that oasia got most here power and but now I'm going to be look for part 3 with a flashlight cause I need to know if the hounds get they revenge on the witches and how oasia get revenge on her sister this book was so worth the wait. Loved it
December 19, 2019
Great continuation
This series is so good. I love everything about it. This story is written in a way that you can vividly see everything in your mind. Storyline is awesome. You will not be disappointed. I didn't want it to end. Bravo!
This series is so good. I love everything about it. This story is written in a way that you can vividly see everything in your mind. Storyline is awesome. You will not be disappointed. I didn't want it to end. Bravo!
December 19, 2019
Nay
Sis this book was life. It had so much going in i never would've guess his sister and wade that was a nice shocker and then cedar and syclle . oh how i can't wait for the finale. How you just going to end the book like that. Hopefully we want have a long wait for part 3
Sis this book was life. It had so much going in i never would've guess his sister and wade that was a nice shocker and then cedar and syclle . oh how i can't wait for the finale. How you just going to end the book like that. Hopefully we want have a long wait for part 3
December 22, 2019
Ready for book three
Not gonna lie I couldn't get into book two at first maybe I should have re-read book one over first tho. I will say that I'm excited for book three to find out what's in-store for Asia and Zale
Not gonna lie I couldn't get into book two at first maybe I should have re-read book one over first tho. I will say that I'm excited for book three to find out what's in-store for Asia and Zale
December 24, 2019
Loving it!
Definitely a 5 star read!! Can’t wait for part 3 to come out!! I still can’t believe she left me hanging like that!!! Girl please hurry up with part 3 lol!!! Keep up the great work boo!
Definitely a 5 star read!! Can’t wait for part 3 to come out!! I still can’t believe she left me hanging like that!!! Girl please hurry up with part 3 lol!!! Keep up the great work boo!
January 19, 2020
Wow
I have been looking at this series for a minute but I was scared to read because it wasn’t a complete series and I just knew that it was gonna be great and I was most definitely correct!! Book 3 me please!!
I have been looking at this series for a minute but I was scared to read because it wasn’t a complete series and I just knew that it was gonna be great and I was most definitely correct!! Book 3 me please!!
May 9, 2020
And Another One
Once again I am in awe. As it’s this book I can clearly picture the under water world the author describes and it feels as if it should be on the screen. Can’t wait to read Book 3
Once again I am in awe. As it’s this book I can clearly picture the under water world the author describes and it feels as if it should be on the screen. Can’t wait to read Book 3
March 23, 2023
Getting hooked!
Nice change of pace from the stories I usually read. I know each book is leading up to something big happening soon. I am definitely looking forward to continuing the series.
Nice change of pace from the stories I usually read. I know each book is leading up to something big happening soon. I am definitely looking forward to continuing the series.
December 17, 2019
OMG
This book was everything well worth the cannot wait until part 3 you have left me on the edge of my seat
This book was everything well worth the cannot wait until part 3 you have left me on the edge of my seat
December 18, 2019
Man
I could not out this book down and I am sad I finished the story already. I need part 3 asap because that cliffhanger was a trip
I could not out this book down and I am sad I finished the story already. I need part 3 asap because that cliffhanger was a trip
December 19, 2019
Soooo good
As expected she did a great job again this book. I love her writing style is so descriptive and you feel like you eating a movie instead of reading. Can’t wait for part 3
As expected she did a great job again this book. I love her writing style is so descriptive and you feel like you eating a movie instead of reading. Can’t wait for part 3
December 19, 2019
Loved it
I loved this book the love and understanding the odessa has is amazing Calder I can't wait to read what happens to him next
I loved this book the love and understanding the odessa has is amazing Calder I can't wait to read what happens to him next
December 20, 2019
Can’t wait for book 3!!!
This book was with the wait!!!I can’t wait for book 3!!!! My only regret was that I read it wayyy to fast!
This book was with the wait!!!I can’t wait for book 3!!!! My only regret was that I read it wayyy to fast!
December 23, 2019
WOW!!!
I loveeee this Author books! I’m really at a loss for words on how awesome this book is. O’Asia and Prince Zale are life! Can’t wait for book 3.
I loveeee this Author books! I’m really at a loss for words on how awesome this book is. O’Asia and Prince Zale are life! Can’t wait for book 3.
December 23, 2019
Great author!
Even though these are paranormal story lines, they are so believable. This series has captured my attention from beginning to end.
Even though these are paranormal story lines, they are so believable. This series has captured my attention from beginning to end.
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