Vivian Arend

Vivian Arend is a bestselling author who has written numerous award-winning romance novels. She has a knack for creating humorous and emotional stories, often with a large cast of family and friends and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. Arend's writing style appeals to a wide range of readers, as she balances humor with more serious themes, making her novels both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Arend's series "Forces of Nature" is one of her most well-known works, with "Tidal Wave" being the first book in the series. Published in 2009, "Tidal Wave" tells the story of Alexia Colten, a young woman who returns to her ocean-side hometown of Jaffrey's Cove to visit her ailing grandmother. As she spends time with her grandmother, she is given a family heirloom, a dolphin-etched necklace, which marks her as the new leader of a secret society of merfolk. This discovery sets off a chain of events that leads to Alexia becoming the center of attention for all the men in town, including her childhood friend Joshua Marley and his equally attractive cousin Anthony.

Arend's vivid descriptions of the emotions and explicit sex scenes in "Tidal Wave" have earned her a reputation as a skilled writer of erotica. The sex scenes are not gratuitous but are instead used to further the plot and develop the characters. While there may be some plot holes and unanswered questions, such as why Joshua is always away during Alexia's summer visits, the overall story is engaging and well-written.

In addition to her "Forces of Nature" series, Arend writes contemporary, western, and light-hearted paranormal romances. She currently lives in British Columbia, Canada, with her husband, who serves as her inspiration for every hero and a willing companion for all sorts of adventures. Arend's ability to create complex characters, engaging plotlines, and vivid descriptions has earned her a loyal following of readers who eagerly await her next novel.