A lonely woman, a grumpy kraken, and a town determined to bring them together…

Nina needs a fresh start. Broke, alone, and desperate to escape her past, she stumbles into the quirky little town of Fairhaven Falls, hoping for a quiet place to rebuild her life. What she doesn’t expect is to nearly drown in the river on the edge of town—or to be saved by the town’s most mysterious resident.

Sam has spent most of his life lurking deep in the river, keeping his distance from the humans on shore. As a kraken, he’s used to being feared, whispered about, and left alone. But when he rescues Nina, something in him stirs—an unfamiliar and dangerous longing to keep her.

Nina should be terrified of the massive, tentacled creature who rescues her. Instead, she finds herself drawn to him—the gruff protector with bioluminescent skin, a possessive streak a mile wide, and a heart as deep as the ocean.

But just as she begins to believe she’s finally found a place to belong, her past comes calling, threatening to rip her new life—and her monster—from her grasp.

Sam has spent his life keeping his distance. But when danger comes for Nina, he’s ready to show the town—and the world—just how terrifyingly protective a kraken in love can be.

Welcome to Fairhaven Falls, where love is wet, wild, and all together wonderful!

Each book in the Fairhaven Falls series can be read as a standalone. This sweet and steamy small town romance is intended for mature readers.

Published
October 2, 2025
Where to find this book
External links open a book search at the selected retailer. Availability may vary.
Fairhaven Falls

The series

Full series details →

In the heart of the secluded town of Fairhaven Falls, secrets are as plentiful as the shadows that stretch across its winding streets. The series invites readers into a world where romance and mystery intertwine, and the quiet beauty of a small town is only a façade for the deeper, darker forces that simmer beneath the surface.

Read full series description

At its core, Fairhaven Falls is a place where love and danger collide. The characters who inhabit this town are as complex and multi-layered as the world they navigate. Each has a past they’re trying to outrun, but in Fairhaven Falls, the past always has a way of catching up. With each installment, readers are introduced to individuals who must confront their own demons, make choices that could change the course of their futures, and face the true cost of their deepest desires.

The series stands out for its rich blend of suspense, romance, and supernatural intrigue. Whether it’s the quiet moments between two unlikely lovers or the sudden rush of peril that makes your heart race, the atmosphere of Fairhaven Falls is one that lingers long after the last page is turned. The town itself feels almost like another character—its history, its mysteries, and the magic that pulses through it creating a backdrop for every twist and turn of the story.

As the stakes grow higher with each book, the characters are pulled deeper into a web of betrayal, secrets, and unexpected alliances. The romances that unfold are built on more than just passion—they are driven by personal growth, redemption, and the power of trust in a world that can sometimes feel unforgiving.

Fairhaven Falls is a series that will leave readers captivated by the idea that sometimes, the most unexpected places hold the most transformative journeys. From forbidden love to thrilling revelations, it’s a world where nothing is ever truly what it seems, and every shadow hides a story waiting to be uncovered. Fans of romantic suspense, supernatural twists, and small-town mysteries will find themselves completely immersed in this unforgettable series.

Risingshadow

Rating distribution

How reader ratings are distributed across the 1–10 scale.

101
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
Risingshadow

What did you think of this book?

Share your experience with other Risingshadow readers.

Risingshadow

Reader reviews

1 review

What Risingshadow readers think about this book

10/10

This was another really great addition to the Fairhaven Falls series & I loved seeing what new mischief and matchmaking shenanigans Flora got up to in this book. Each book in this series is about a different couple so can be read on their and this book was about Sam (Kraken), his human mate Nina, and her dog Ozzie. I enjoyed their story and am also looking forward to the next book in this series and hoping there will be a book about Ben the tavern owner in the future as well.

I received a free advanced reader copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Risingshadow

Readers Also Enjoyed