Sign-In
Cart
Aria, a Little Mermaid Retelling: Dark Fairy Tale Romantasy
Paperback
Series: Happily Never After Fairytale Retellings, Book 3
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jul 26 2026
Pages: 292
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.61 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
My name is Aria-the Little Mermaid who's about to make waves in a sea of desire.
When I discover a ruggedly handsome pirate floating among the wreckage after a brutal Kraken attack, I know saving him will defy my banishment. I should swim away. Instead, I find myself drawn to his powerful body, his life essence fading with every heartbeat.
Captain Hook. The mere whisper of his name strikes fear in sailors across the realms, but there's nothing fearsome about the way my body responds when his eyes-dark as the deepest trench-lock onto mine. His silver tongue weaves tales that leave me breathless, and those sinful lips curve into smiles that make my heart race faster.
Just as I surrender to the intoxicating current pulling us together, my aunt delivers crushing news: to reclaim my rightful throne from my tyrannical father, King Triton, I must secure powerful allies through marriage. My betrothed? Prince Andric-a man I've never met but am expected to pledge my life and body to for political gain.
Meanwhile, Hook's skilled hands and wicked mouth introduce me to pleasures I never knew existed beneath the waves. Each forbidden encounter leaves me craving more, even as royal duty threatens to tear us apart.
And then there's Bastion-my fiercely loyal merman bodyguard whose sculpted physique and tender protectiveness have been my anchor through years of exile. The way his gaze lingers when he thinks I'm not looking speaks of desires he's kept hidden beneath duty's surface. His touch, always professional yet burning with unspoken longing, awakens feelings I can no longer ignore.
Three men. Three different worlds. And I'm drowning in desire for each of them.
As ancient sea monsters emerge from the abyss, summoned by my father's dark magic, I find myself navigating treacherous waters. By day, I negotiate political alliances with the noble Prince Andric, whose surprising depth and smoldering intensity challenge my preconceptions. By night, I surrender to Hook's passionate expertise, learning the exquisite pleasure of submission in his powerful arms. And always, Bastion remains my steadfast protector, his devotion transcending the boundaries between guard and lover.
With each passing tide, the lines between duty and desire blur. What started as political necessity transforms into something far more dangerous-a love so powerful it could either restore balance to the seven seas or unleash chaos that would destroy everything in its wake.
As war looms and my father's shadow darkens the waters, I must make an impossible choice. Can I claim all three men as mine? Or will I be forced to sacrifice love for the good of my kingdom?
One princess. Three devoted lovers. And an ocean of enemies determined to tear us apart.
The story arc spans multiple books, but each one features a new princess (in reading order): Snow White, Goldilocks, The Little Mermaid, Rose Red, Sleeping Beauty, Tinkerbell, Cinderella, Little Bo-Peep, Belle, & Red Riding Hood
This series includes: Dragon shifters, Bear shifters, Captain Hook & Peter Pan, Vampires, Monsters and Hellhounds (just to name a few!) PLEASE NOTE: These books are meant to be read in order, although each story features a different princess, their stories are all tied together so it's best to read them in order. This series is for you if you love:Reverse Harem Fairytale
Fated Mates
Complete Series Fairytale Romance
Alphaholes
Touch Her and Die
Obsessive Men who are ALL IN
Supportive Girl BFFS
Forced Proximity
Captive Romance
Enemies to Lovers
Forbidden Romance
Damaged Heroes
Alpha Males and Strong Heroines
Also from
Mallory, H. P.
Colonial Corpses: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Hallowed Homes)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Enchanted Emporium: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Occult Oddities)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
The Christmas Spirit: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novella: (Remarkable Remedies)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
The Yule Log: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Remarkable Remedies)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Mystic Veil: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Poppy's Potions)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
The Black Cat Cocktail Club: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novella: (Remarkable Remedies)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
French Country Frights: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Hallowed Homes)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
All Hallow's Eve: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novella: (Remarkable Remedies)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Druid's Curse: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Poppy's Potions)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Taffeta Trickery: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Blood Rose: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Blood Rose Academy)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Fangs and the Furriest: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Moonlit Monsters)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Nightmares and Numerology: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Occult Oddities)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Coiled Conjunctions: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Serpentine Solutions)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Dragon's Blood: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Poppy's Potions)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Crepe Capers: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Adepts and Alchemists: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Occult Oddities)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
As the Crow Dies: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Moonlit Monsters)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Siren's Call: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Eerie Investigations)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Silk Skullduggery: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Cold Blood: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Blood Rose Academy)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Masonry Mojo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Miscellaneous Magic)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Hexes and Hoarfrost: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Occult Oddities)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Lace Laments: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Summer Solstice: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Poppy's Potions)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Gypsy Gold: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Poppy's Potions)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Newlywed and Pixie-Led: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Princess Procedural)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Armed and Charmed: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Princess Procedural)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Blood Bond: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Blood Rose Academy)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Georgian Ghouls: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Hallowed Homes)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Velvet Voodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Big Girls Don't Scry: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Miscellaneous Magic)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Demon in Denim: A Haven Hollow Novel: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Day Dream: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Remarkable Remedies)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Angora Alchemy: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
The Broken Mirror: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novella: (Remarkable Remedies)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Ritzy Business: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Spook Society)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
The Vampire's Grave: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novella: (Remarkable Remedies)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Art Deco Apparitions: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Hallowed Homes)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Raising Cain: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Spook Society)
Mallory, H. P.
Rain, J. R.
Paperback
Herringbone Hexes: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel: (Wanda's Witchery)
Rain, J. R.
Mallory, H. P.
Paperback
Also in
Romance
That Time I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf (Mead Mishaps, Book 2)
Kimberly Lemming
Paperback
Sabine's Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Continues
Bantock, Nick
Hardcover
The Golden Mean: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Concludes
Bantock, Nick
Hardcover
The Auction (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Spicy, Dark Romance Novel from a Tiktok Sensation
Kincaid, Sadie
Hardcover