"The descending sun reminds her of a last, dying ember from the remains of a once roaring fire."

In the midst of a pandemic, a lone fishing trawler sets sail on choppy waters and lands up marooned on an island, a grave error in fate. A seemingly serene island turns vicious by night, a series of uncanny events lead to the castaways finding out that someone or something out there is hunting them. Something inhuman. Watching them. Stalking them. Only timely intervention can save them. Will they survive?  

On the other hand Lyra and her friends are faced with a dilemma, save the two young dolphins from a life of misery or toe the line and save the aquarium. Their resolve to bail out the dolphins at any cost and keep their promise to Frisky, is pitted against the cunning of their nemesis.  

The plot takes you through unexpected twists and turns, uncovering stories of friendship, trust, betrayal, highlighting people’s true intentions and hidden secrets. 

About the Author

Riyah Gani lives in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE with her parents, younger sister and mischievous pet bird.  She started writing her first novel, Atlantis Under Siege in the 9th grade and is now a 10th grader. When she is not writing riveting, action packed stories with twists and a message or two, Riyah spends most of her time reading, DIYing, caring for her pet, watching her favourite shows and travelling. A self-taught baker, she spends time cooking up a storm in the kitchen. Her characters are young, intelligent and brave, with moral responsibilities, strikingly close to her persona in real life.