Asherah, marine biologist and all around lover of water, was about to fly the coop and start a new life in California.  But before she can move her home is invaded, her family ends up on the run and she learns that her entire life has been a lie.

After her initial traumatic entry to the world of Atlantis, Asherah now has to dodge political bullets, learn all about her true home and learn to be queen.  All whilst trying to avoid the intense attraction to her guard, Draevyn.

Draevyn is the epitome of the older man, centuries older! Draevyn is the perfect blend of protective and supportive partner.  I loved watching him and Ash try and sidestep the mutual attraction.

Ash soaks up all the information she can on Atlantis and is willing to do things to shake up the old ways, but some of her so-called ministers have their own agendas and it's a twisty tale to unravel.

The story was all the things I want in a fantasy; gender and LQBTQIA positive and representative, mental health is addressed and made a priority.

My only ick was the whole #CP# thing, when you read it you'll get it.  That was my only quibble really.  There was enough world building to interest me without overloading me, and whilst the romance was kind of Insta-love, the spicy was slow-burn and then intense!

I am completely hooked and can't wait for book 2.