The Laughter of the Sun series
Where magic meets climate change.
The Mermaid’s Wrath
Book One
The ocean is dying, and it falls to a mermaid to save it.
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The Mers are barely surviving in a magical marine bubble, isolated from the rest of the world. Jelly, warrior mermaid and hardened champion of sea life, is sworn to battle against the choking, accelerating pollution.
When the black pearl at Jelly’s throat wakes and opens her mind to terrifying premonitions, she realizes her only choice is to leave the ocean and collaborate with the estranged magical beings of land. A woman haunts her dark visions, abducted for the power in her veins, and Jelly might just be the key to this woman's freedom, and the salvation of the world.
As fate sends Jelly on a tumultuous journey, changing her life forever, will she survive the challenges of the surface?
This is not the little mermaid you grew up with.
The Mermaid’s Wrath is the first volume in The Laughter of the Sun series, and a tale of romantasy, mythology, and one mermaid’s battle against climate change.
Described as “The Hunger Games” meets “Moana.”
Kirkus review for The Mermaid’s Wrath:
“A lighthearted novel that simultaneously features heavy environmental themes, multifaceted characters, and lots of charm. Holman weaves elements of humor, magic, romance, and environmental activism in a quirky ocean-set romantasy.”
Joline Lim for Reedsy Discovery - 5 stars ‘Must Read.’
“The Mermaid’s Wrath by Andie Holman is a fiercely original eco-fantasy that blends mythology, rage, and activism into a sharp, heartfelt narrative… This book gives off the vibes of Moana meets The Hunger Games, with a dash of Princess Mononoke. Imagine a Studio Ghibli world, but darker and heavier with the weight of ecological collapse, and a heroine who’s had enough of pretending everything’s fine. It’s beautifully furious, tender in all the right places, and deeply necessary.”
The Sorrow of Bees
Book Two
Tell the bees, for they understand heartache.
Dark magic comes at a cost, one that Jelly, warrior mermaid, must pay. After a brutal ritual gives her Fae powers, a vital piece of herself is missing. She must abandon everything and everyone to find it.
If she fails her mission, her lover’s brother will never again see the sun, trapped in a horrifying dimension called the Hellhole. If she fails, her lover Mako may not forgive her. If she fails, she will never forgive herself.
She’s sent to a queendom so foreign she can barely breathe, transformed into a body she can’t possibly understand. Grappling with the enormity of her task, she struggles to appreciate the sorrows of the pollinators.
But she must if she wants to succeed.
The Sorrow of Bees is the second book in The Laughter of the Sun series written by eco-romantasy author Andie Holman.
“The Sorrow of Bees is a romantasy perfect for our times. It's one of the most original stories I've ever read. Andie Holman takes us on a journey filled with emotional narration, magical world-building, characters who will captivate, all with an eco point of view. Trust me, you'll never see bees in the same light.
Holman has penned another eco-romantasy that will have you thinking long and hard about the story. It's a poignant story that brings to light environmental issues, but in an approachable way. Compassion and empathy will bubble up in your soul after reading The Sorrow of Bees.”
- N. N. Light's Book Heaven Editorial Review
Book Three, The Unbearable Melt, coming September 2025.
The ice is shrinking.
Desperate for allies, warrior mermaids Jelly and Mori travel to the Arctic in search of the elusive Arctic Mers clan, known for their fierce nature. The Drifter, a wolf returning to his estranged home, reluctantly agrees to guide, knowing their magic will draw unwanted attention. His lover is a powerful Empathica, too attuned to the Arctic mysteries for her to go unnoticed.
Meanwhile, in Scotland, the Mages uncover an ancient curse of the Witches. Their search for answers takes them far back in time as they journey on the wings of ravens. Horrible pieces slide into place as they reveal the manipulation of the Dark Fae Princes, intent on destroying the goodness of humanity and the planet.
Cheers for The Mermaid’s Wrath.
N. N. Light’s Book Heaven editorial review: “Torn between saving the ocean and the humans above the surface, warrior mermaid Jelly must make the impossible choice. The Mermaid’s Wrath is a debut romantasy I couldn’t read fast enough. The descriptive narration is immersive with intricate world-building. The characters are relatable and leap from the page and into your heart. This is not the little mermaid you grew up on but a fierce warrior mermaid with a righteous temper. The Mermaid’s Wrath brings topics such as environmental pollution to light that will make you think about what happens long after you finish reading. If you’re looking for an original romantasy featuring a warrior mermaid, pick up The Mermaid’s Wrath. 5 stars.” Read the full review here.
Schicky5 on Amazon: “This debut book had so many layers of intrigue and mystery. Different mythical creatures fighting together for the greater good of land and sea. I really enjoyed the story because it had so much action and suspense.”
Loleans on Goodreads: “This book is an absolute masterpiece! I adored the author’s writing style and it kept me on edge every chapter. It was sexy without being smutty. The book also had a lot of fun facts which I really enjoyed. If you like a good fantasy book, an action packed story, a book with a message and an overall magical experience: This book is for you!”