Where the Waters Turn Black

Yarnsworld, Books 2 & 5

By: Benedict Patrick

Narrated by: Derek Perkins

Contains two standalone books from Benedict Patrick’s Yarnsworld series.

Series can be listened to in any order.

Where the Waters Turn Black, book two

What lurks beneath the waves? The Crescent Atoll is a remote string of tropical islands, connected by long canoe journeys and a love of stories. Islanders live in constant contact with gods and monsters, following the rules handed down by their storytellers to survive in harmony with these primal forces.

However, when a young ocarina player called Kaimana discovers the lair of a taniwha - a legendary monster - she attracts the ruining gaze of the god of war. In a land of sea witches, pig-faced gods, and Magpie Kings, Kaimana must trust her growing friendship with her taniwha if they are both to survive.

Inspired by the myths and legends of South Pacific island cultures, this book is perfect for those seeking a fantasy adventure in an unfamiliar world.

To Dream and Die as a Taniwha Girl, book five

There is a price to pay for becoming a story. Kaimana has defied the gods and won the freedom to spend the rest of her days travelling the collection of tropical islands she calls home. But the people of the islands have taken notice of her.

They have started to tell her story; for many children, one of their favourite fireside tales is now that of the Taniwha Girl, the brave woman who befriends monsters. Some islanders even pray to her.

The gods are displeased, but they are not the only ones paying attention to Kaimana’s rise to fame. On the borders of the island ring, an ancient demon - an old enemy of the Crescent Atoll - spreads its influence, and a spider-faced figure shadows Kaimana’s movements.

To secure her own safety, and that of her island home, Kaimana has to make a choice: turn her back on the people of the Crescent Atoll and continue enjoying the life she has won for herself, or give up all she holds dear to live up to the legend of the Taniwha Girl.

©2016 Benedict Patrick (P)2020 Podium Audio

I am addicted to this author's stories!!

I have read several books from this author just in the last week alone and I am becoming obsessed with his work. he does such a wonderful job captivating your mind and pain in the picture of everything in the story as if you're watching the movie or living the story yourself.

Great pivot from his previous book.

Flawed heroes, characters with depth, a pantheon of familiar yet unique “gods”, and creatures that don’t feel recycled from popular culture?
I’m in!!
After reading “They mostly come out at night” I expected a sequel, but a whole new setting with all new characters ended up being a pleasant surprise.

excitingly novel storyline

absolutely loved it! I enjoyed book one, but actually liked this even more. I was very surprised how much I enjoyed it, and spent the weekend curled up with my dog listening to it (PS it's not a standard Disney dog kind of story (which I hate) but I wouldn't recommend it if you're on vacation and had to leave your dogs somewhere. most people probably wouldn't care, but I think worries about absent pets might distract from enjoyment of the plot.
it's a fantastical world, populated by magic and mythological beings, (and no actual dogs). it's a great escape from real life when you need mental break.
it's not simplistic, but so engaging it's easy to stay focused!
p.s. apologies for no capital letters; types on a broken keyboard.

Had a great time and cant wait for more.

I very much enjoyed the readers tone and performance and the story was top notch.

I found this in a browse

Halfway through, I went to find Patrick's other stories. I hope there will be more in my future.

Fabulous!

I’m so glad I found Benedict Patrick. His stories are complex, but not confusing. I love the way he pulls from folk lore from around the globe. Honestly, the yarnsworld series is so good, it’s hard to find the right words to describe it. Just buy it. If you hate it, you can blame me!