The Heir: An Epic Black Mermaid Romantasy (Chronicles of Zaire, The Prequel) by Olivia Nightingale (Pre-Order)

Enter a dangerous world of sky pirates, pearl hunters, and vengeful sea gods in this spellbinding prequel to the epic romantasy series Chronicles of Zaire.

Twenty-one-year-old pearl huntress Yemaya Okimi’s destiny was written in the stars: to serve the gods and slay the sea monsters hunting her ancient, seafaring tribe. But she never bargained on a vicious sky pirate king murdering her mother—nor having to sell her soul and magic to save her people from ruin.

With her sacred winds bound to her captors’ cruel shadows, Yemaya is forced to pillage the seas for the Bonesaw Sky Pirates. When she finally rebels against their greed, her defiance earns her a deadly ultimatum: buy her freedom, or die trying.

To break free, Yemaya launches a desperate mission to plunder the sacred temple of a ruthless sea god. She expects a monster. Instead, she finds a powerful, captivating deity utterly consumed by her from the moment she steps into his domain.

Bound by a dire prophecy, Tidus desperately needs an heir to prevent a devastating war on the surface. When the fierce huntress breaks into his temple, he doesn't see a thief—he sees his fated mate, and a woman he will stop at nothing to possess.

Trapped in his tropical lair on the edge of the world, Yemaya must navigate a bewitching moonlit dance between predator and prey, courted by a monster determined to claim her for eternity.

50% DRM-Free ebook available during the pre-order campaign! Expected Release Date: September 19, 2026!