Praise

"Moore paces the plot nicely, featuring timely twists and turns along the way that keep the reader invested in the story. The narrative is thoroughly engrossing, primarily because of the likable and well-developed characters."

"Anyone interested in selkie tales, beautiful writing, sarcastic heroines, an ambitious villain, a compelling cast of characters, and urban or contemporary fantasy should read this book!"

"Lisa A. Moore's prose is excellent; she's a master storyteller. You can hear the angry waves crash onto the rocks and the winds scream, the ocean itself echoing the fury building within Morwenna."

"Overall, The Bet in Nocturne Alley is a short but delightful read that should appeal to most fantasy fans, especially those who love atmospheric storytelling, psychological exploration, and witty dialogue."

"Underneath everything on the surface of the story, Lisa A. Moore waits in the shadows, ready to pounce on her readers when they think they have the plot untangled."

“One of the best reads this year.”

"What I really love about this book is how it immerses you in a richly atmospheric world, with the haunting beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the mysterious pull of selkie folklore at its core."

I found myself completely immersed in the world of Morwenna and the depths of Selkie folklore. The way the author describes the power of the ocean and the magic latent on every page is mesmerizing.

And then there's the story. Grabbed me by the lapels and pulled me to the finish line.

From the moment Morwenna hears the ocean's relentless call to the moment the Highlands wrap her in mist and mystery, your story exudes a lyrical magic that pulls readers beneath the waves.

The blend of Celtic myth and magical realism is something we don’t see done this well often, and it stuck with me.