Cry for the Deep

Amanda Linsmeier has been a book nerd as long as she can remember, and it was that great love of reading—especially R.L. Stine novels and fairytales—that eventually brought her to writing her own stories. In high school, she won the senior class vote for “Most Romantic Girl,” a title she’s still ridiculously pleased with. She feels most joyful when writing, scream-singing her favorite songs, playing in the water, and laughing with her beloved family. She lives in a magical place with a man who smells like maple syrup and woodsmoke, their wonderfully wild children, a dog, and an assortment of half-feral cats.

"A Cry for the Deep is a tender tale that speaks of the power fear holds and the strength that’s found in overcoming it, especially when it comes to saving the ones you love most." —Autumn Lindsey, author of Remaining Aileen"A siren's song luring you in, A Cry for the Deep drags you under, submerging you into an eerie tale full of yearning, secrets, curses, and betrayal. Absolutely devourable. Achingly romantic. Amanda Linsmeier does it again!" —Amelia Markley, author of Headfirst "What an absolutely beautiful story. Full of unexpected twists and turns, and complete with a runaway princess, a troubled island paradise, and a vengeful mermaid with sharp teeth, A Cry for the Deep has it all. I simply loved following Pearl and Sélie on their journey towards love." —Bianca M Schwarz, author of The Gentleman Spy Mysteries"Hauntingly beautiful, A Cry for the Deep hooked then dragged me down into its depths: a lush, eerie backdrop for this dark fairytale reimagining. Within its pages, Amanda Linsmeier tells a tender, slow burn romance in the midst of serious secrets, betrayal, and a journey for a relatable main character who might just threaten to drag you under with her too." —Riss M. Neilson, USA Today bestselling author of A Love Like the Sun