The Siren's GambitA Venatores Deorum Faerie Tale

Her song wasn't meant for a sailor with kind eyes...

Aria was raised to believe only a human's love could give her a soul. An Italian opera singer like her famous mother and older sister, she's thrilled to sail for England and a chance to win love and redemption for herself. Her mother's plan for her to snare a prince is perfectly acceptable...until she saves some sailors from drowning and one leaves an impression on her heart.

Michael Pennyworth, second son of a minor but ancient royal lineage, knows he will never sit on a throne. Instead, he devotes himself to defending innocents and stopping Deorum schemes on the high seas. After nearly drowning during a sea battle, Michael is assigned to land for the first time in years. He should be grateful for the opportunity to meet old companions. However, his dreams are haunted by the mysterious siren who saved his life. After his dragon mischievously pulls him into the path of an Italian opera singer, Michael is stunned to find she is the siren he's been dreaming of.

Aria's commitment to her mother's plan wavers when she meets the sailor again in Brighton. When she questions her destiny, her mother offers a new bargain - Snare Michael with her siren song or be cursed to turn into sea foam. Aria wants his love...but is an enchanted love true?

A Regency Gaslamp Romantasy retelling of The Little Mermaid