SYNOPSIS:
Two days. That’s all the time Tristan Hart has to prevent all-out war. Since discovering he was part merman and heir to the Sea Throne, Tristan has been fighting for his future, his friends—his life.

Now, to win the crown and save the girl he loves, Tristan will have to take the ultimate risk: unleash the ancient magic of Poseidon and release the kraken. Seriously. It’s the only way to unite the three scattered pieces of the king’s trident and stop the sea witch Nieve from taking the throne for herself.

Tristan’s going to need all the help he can get. But the one person he could always depend on him has betrayed him—Kurt now wants the throne for himself.

Brother against brother, it’s a brutal race to the finish, and there can only be one winner.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHECK IT OUT?
The finale in the Vicious Deep trilogy, Tristan must risk it all to save his people and the girl he loves—while fighting against his uncle for the throne. Very Lion King, we say! We seriously hope there’s a moment for Tristan to shout, “Release the kraken!” And if he doesn’t, we will. The only other thing we’re crossing our fingers on is that Layla has time to shine, and that villainess Nieve is redeemed.

In the beginning of the series, the cover design had a sort of middle school adventure quality that we weren’t sure about. But now, the three books all together look great. This one especially is quite striking, with a wider color palette and a glimpse toward what might well be a bright new day.

We’ve been following right along with author Zoraida Córdova’s career for years now! It’s exciting to see the completion of her first series… the first of what’s sure to be many.

OTHER YA MAG COVERAGE
Zoraida was one of the first authors we interviewed!

EARLY REVIEWS SAY…
Those who enjoy pure, lightweight fantasy fluff will find all they want in the conclusion of the Vicious Deep series. (Kirkus Reviews)

WATCH THE TRAILER

NECESSARY DETAILS
YA Urban Fantasy
Hardcover & ebook, 336 pages
Published on July 1st 2014 by Sourcebooks Fire (ISBN 1402296207)
http://www.sourcebooks.com/store/vast-and-brutal-sea.html