T.R. Sherring’s Wellington Book Launch | A Tale of Cursed Tides

Dive into a world of mermaid kingdoms, witchy bargains, and mortal courts in this debut romantasy inspired by The Little Mermaid — but with a dark, dangerous twist. A Tale of Cursed Tides sweeps readers into a richly atmospheric universe of romance, mystery, and high-stakes intrigue.

T.R. Sherring is a local debut author who brings morally grey heroines, perilous bargains, and slow-burning romance to life. T.R. writes lush, atmospheric and immersive romantasy with one goal in mind: to tell the kinds of stories that make you want to stay up late into the night for the promise of “just one more chapter”.

Follow mermaid princess Alara as she strikes a daring deal with a witch: seduce a mortal prince, then break his heart before the full moon. But when murders begin to appear in the mortal world, Alara is pulled into a deadly mystery she never wanted to solve. With danger closing in and her feelings for the prince growing, every choice could have fatal consequences.

This debut romantasy delivers magic, suspense, and romance, all through the eyes of a heroine who refuses to be simple or predictable.
The first book in The Lore of Orradon series.

Pre-order your copy of A Tale of Cursed Tides for pick up at the launch.

• Hosted by The Grimoire — NZ's bookseller of special and limited edition books

• Live reading by T.R. Sherring — hear the story come alive.

• Q&A — submit questions in advance to [email protected]

• Purchase a signed copy — grab your own copy and have it personalised.

• Exclusive launch extras (for anyone purchasing the book: pre-order with event pick-up or buy on the night):
– Artwork by local NZ illustrator @tishtishart
– A matching bookmark

• Meet & chat with TR Sherring

• Drinks and nibbles — included in your ticket.

• Epic giveaway — all book purchasers go into the draw for a special prize.

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