Sartin’s amber eyes told his mother and the rest of the Sea People he was destined to become a great protector. Finding his mate at his twenty-third Winter Meeting, Sartin is overjoyed at finally being able to assume his destined role with Sommar by his side.<br><br>However, a freak storm soon takes Sartin far away from Winter Cove, and an injury to his tail prevents him from returning. Even worse, he can no longer hear the songs of his pod and his mate in his head.<br><br>Sartin finds love and acceptance from Maru, a member of the Land People, who nurses him back to health. When Maru’s people turn against him, Sartin faces a series of battles for his survival. Can the songs of Sommar and his fellow Sea People save him?

Songs of the Sea

They finished their meal in silence. Sartin’s full stomach remained calm, and his energy returned. He rinsed his hands in the water and wiped his face. It was different to have to worry about such things. Normally he jumped into the water after eating and the natural motion of swimming kept him groomed.


Maru also cleaned up with some water in a container. He walked over to the necklace laid out in the sand.He picked it up and offered it to Sartin. This was happening too fast. They had just met, and Maru was already offering a Coupling gift. As best he could, Sartin moved back from Maru and the proffered gift. Maru set the necklace back down and walked away.


At first, Sartin worried Maru would be upset that he’d declined the Coupling gift. Maru displayed no bother. He played in the sand with his hands. He took a handful and looked up at Sartin.


The repeat game. Sartin’s anxiety washed away as he smiled and repeated what he’d heard. “Saannt.”


Chapter 28