This was okay. I was a bit lost for a majority of the book (maybe that's on me) but the premise was interesting and once I figured out what was happening, I did start to enjoy this more. I think reading it a second time through I would give this a higher rating.

I thought it was a stand alone, but instead it is not only yet another start of a new series, but it is also connected to Consort of fire and Queen of dreams, with several appearances by Sachi, Ash and Zanya.
The pace is rather slow, the story is confusing, and only after halfway through do things come back into some order; the characters didn't grab me at all. In short, maybe it wasn't the right time or maybe it's me who needs a break from Kit Rocha...and to think that the Beyond series remains one of my absolute favorites....

Pensavo fosse uno stand alone e invece non solo é l'ennesimo inizio di una nuova serie, ma é anche collegato a Consort of fire e Queen of dreams, con parecchie comparsate da parte di Sachi, Ash e Zanya.
Il ritmo é piuttosto lento, la storia é confusa e solo dopo la metá le cose tornano in un certo ordine, i personaggi non mi hanno preso per niente. In breve, forse non era il momento giusto o forse sono io che ho bisogno di una pausa da Kit Rocha. E pensare che la serie Beyond resta una delle mie preferite in assoluto....

I received from the Publisher a complimentary digital advanced review copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and Montlake for access to a review copy.

Daughter fo Tides is in the same universe as Consordt of Fire and Queen of Dreams and is the first half of a Duology. The three MCs (Aleksi, Naia, and Einar) all appeared in the priori duology - there is no need to have read it to enjoy Daughter of Tides though I think it adds some depth to the world. We also do see a bit of Ash, Sachi, and Zanya. There are POV chapters form all three MCs though Aleksi feels like the core character in this book.

I really enjoyed Daughter of Tides. Aleksi is the God of Love and sufferred a grave injury during the events in Queen of Dreams and is possibly dying (he certainly thinks so). Naia is a newborn God of water and Einar is the Kraken. The three of them are dealing with a diplomatic mission in and Island/archipelago of Ice (fallout from the first duology). There are many political machinations along with the slow burn.

The slow burn is a defnite change from CoF and QoD - noone would call those a slow burn romance. DoT feels like there is more of an emphasis on the Fantasy part of Romantasy. I do not out doT in the erotica category which I think both CoF and QoD fit into very nicely. The romance is here and it is strong. There is plenty of heat/

I am very much looking forward to how everything turns out.

This story was so unique, I absolutely devoured it. I loved the world building and the story had major Greek mythology vibes which I am always here for. I loved all three of the major main characters and loved the dynamic with the gods and goddesses. The magic system was very clearly explained and I didn't get lost within it. I was NOT expecting the spice, but I ate that up too. I can't wait to see where this story is going with the next book!

A very special thank you to NetGalley and Montlake for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Ideal for readers who crave emotionally charged romantasy with complex relationships, high-stakes intrigue, and a blend of sensuality and mythical world-building.

Reading this book made me feel like the biggest idiot. The reader is thrown right into this world. I was lost right out of the gate, and never really got a good grasp on what was going on. I think because I was so confused I couldn't connect with the characters or the story. This one wasn't for me but thank you Netgalley for the e-ARC!

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for approving me to read this, I’m rating it 3.5 stars.

This story really caught me off guard, it was unique and intriguing. The story follows goddesses and gods and magic following a greek mythology vibe. This is incredibly spicy which was unexpected.

There is a good amount of world building and clear explanation on the magic system/plot. And although it is rather spicy there is a good plot.

I would continue on the series to see where the story goes and how the character dynamics further develop.

I would like to thank NetGalley and Montlake for allowing me to read an eARC of this book.

Daughter of Tides is the newest book by the writing duo known as Kit Rocha. It is the first book in the Born to Sea and Storm series, which is a spinoff of and occurring in the same world as the Bound to Fire and Steel duology. While it is capable of standing alone, I feel this book is best enjoyed after reading the Fire and Steel books, which explains Sachi, Zanya & Ash's story. I feel like without the backstory, some readers might be a little confused as to what is going on.

The book follows Naia (a sea nymph), Aleksi ( the Lover), and Einar (a pirate known as The Kraken), all three immortal gods/goddesses of the Dream. They must travel to Akeisa, an island ruled by the Ice Queen Gwynira to help with some political negotiations. But while there, many dark secrets come to light, and Aleksi realizes his time is running out. The group must make some hard decisions before it's too late.

This book is full of magic, mythology, politics, and romance involving a kraken and a steamy love triangle. The fire and feelings between Naia and Einar are electric and feels real. Their slow-burn tension is interesting and well-developed. Adding the charismatic and epitome of perfection Aleksi to the mix and you have a delicious recipe. Einar's grumpy pirate personality brings a refreshing bit of chaos to the mix.

If you like romantasy with some magic and mythology mixed in, you'll love this book! The romance and world-building are amazing and it keeps you on the edge to find out how everything turns out!

This was a clever, fun adventure on the high seas! Aleksi is on his last mission and is deciding how to use the time he has left. As he tries to play match maker, he finds himself in the middle of his own games.

I loved Consort of Fire and Queen of Dreams so I was really excited to read Daughter of Tides. Unfortunately I was disappointed. I felt like there was potential with the relationship between Naia and Einar but it just didn’t get there for me. I really struggled to stay engaged in the plot. So this just was not for me.

4.25🌟
Kit Rocha knows how to make it burn slowwwlllyyy, and then take it up about 1000 degrees!🔥 The relationship between Aleksi, Einar, and Naia was spicy and so romantic. 😍 I am not a fan of cliffhangers, but they have definitely left me wanting more in the best way. 🤤

Kit Rocha has cemented themselves as an auto-read for me since I read Mercenary Librarians, and seeing their continued growth as authors is an absolute delight. The Dreamers world they’ve created is so excellent and full of so much hope and love. I love the legend being built up in Daughter of Tides and the way reveals were done in the excerpts at the beginning of each chapter. I love Naia, Einar, and Aleksi, and cannot wait to see the continuation of their romance. This was such a great book and I am so curious to see what’s going to happen next after that ending!

4⭐️

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc of Daughter of Tides. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Yayyy I’m so glad we’re returning to this world- it’s so well done and I love the world building/story and how the author ties it together. This was fun, hoping that the series continues.

This story features Aleksi: The Lover, Naia: the nymph, and Einar: the Kraken. So much lore was divulged, and I love the dynamic between them. So spicy, but with substance.

I had so much fun with this one! Daughter of Tides kicks off a new romantasy series full of mythology, magic, political drama, and a seriously steamy love triangle (or maybe it's more complicated than that...).

The story follows Aleksi, the god of love, who’s slowly dying but still determined to complete one last mission—a tricky diplomatic visit to an icy rival kingdom. He sets sail with Einar, a moody pirate lord with kraken vibes, and Naia, a sweet and curious water nymph. The setup is perfect for tension and secrets, and it delivers.

There’s a great balance of action, romance, and mystery throughout, and the worldbuilding—especially the mythology—is really well done. I loved the chemistry between Naia and Einar; their connection felt natural and electric. Aleksi, on the other hand, didn’t fully click for me in terms of romance. He’s clearly conflicted and yearning, but that emotion didn’t quite leap off the page the same way it did with the other two. I’m hoping we get more of his perspective (and more depth) in the next book.

The side characters were also a highlight—interesting, well-developed, and definitely left me wanting more. This isn’t a standalone, so there’s a lot left to be explored, and I’m really looking forward to where the story (and relationships) go next.

If you’re into romantasy with mythological flair, slow-burn tension, and a dash of pirate chaos, give Daughter of Tides a try!

Daughter of Tides is my second Kit Rocha book. Kit Rocha is actually two people writing together under the name Kit Rocha, rather than a single author. Daughter of Tides is sort of romantasy, and sort of fantasy. If you pressed me to pick, I’d say it’s more romantasy than fantasy, but anyway. The book reminds me of Pirates of the Carribean, and the Greek Gods. It’s also Kraken romance, if you’re into that.

I struggled with the book, to be honest. It’s partly that it’s not my thing at all, and partly that I don’t get on with Kit Rocha’s writing. There’s very little about the world or other context you need to understand the setting the characters have their romances in. I had this problem with the other Kit Rocha book I’ve read, Deal With the Devil.

I should have really liked this book, because on paper it features a lot of things I like – the ocean, ships, pirates, magic, Gods and Goddesses, Greece and Ancient Greece… But I am just not into Kraken romance, it seems. LOL.

Overall, I gave Daughter of Tides 2 stars, because I did finish it, and it was entertaining, but I was confused a lot and having to jump gaps in the worldbuilding. I saw someone online say it’s set in the same world as a previous series of Kit Rocha’s and some things would make more sense if I’d read that series. However, I think a book should be able to stand alone, even if it is part of a series or a spin-off to one. Readers shouldn’t be confused!

It was ok, but that’s being generous.

🌟 4
🌶️ 3

🫧 Romantasy
🫧 Spice
🫧 immortal love
🫧 politics and intrigue
🫧 god of love & water nymph & pirate lord walk into a bar
🫧 trio of romance and spice

Fun and intriguing ride! Easy to read Romantasy full of adventure and spice.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read thid book! i have to say i enjoyed this book, i was a little bit confused for the first part of the book and wasn’t sure if i wanted to continue reading, but i still pushed through and finish it. it was a fun read, also it was my first time reading a book with a throuple and i have to say that i was positively surprised by this concept, the chemistry and spice was well written and it was enjoyable!

This story jumps right in and was missing some basic character development. This isn't part of a series, but part of a group of books that intersect and it would be helpful to read them to better understand the characters.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for access to this eARC.

I was so extremely excited to get the chance to read this ARC! I loved the first two books, and I LOVED Aleksi, so knowing this book had his perspective was just chef’s kiss. I really loved his voice - he was absolutely my favorite! However, the other two main characters were fantastic, and they won me over easily. This world is so deep and has so much lore, and I loved uncovering every detail. This was such a fantastic addition to the series, and I cannot wait to see what’s next!

Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC!

The way this story immediately sucks you in is truly one of kind. You are thrown into the belly of the beast essentially. The way Kit tells a story is nothing shy of perfect and this was no exception.