Kennedy is full of secrets. He has superpowers. The superpowered are feared and imprisoned, and Kennedy's nightmares come to life when his powers are discovered. Sent to an underwater prison run by two tyrants, he is forced to compete to the death against other superheroes in a deadly tournament.

It doesn't help that his team leader, Aidy, is enchanting, protective, loyal, and charming. The last thing Kennedy needs is a distraction. 

No one believes rebellion is possible. No believes living is possible. Can Kennedy find a way to win and keep Aidy, too?



Alexander Verlangen was born and raised in Wyoming. A passionate author of queer and inclusive romance and fantasy stories e has lived in Utah, Washington, and Hawaii.



When not writing, Alexander is climbing, running, or surfing. He loves to travel and is always down for a tryst-filled adventure. Alexander tends to have a romantic or fantastical book in hand. As much as he loves to travel, his two cats tend to keep him home as they are needy. He enables their neediness.



Alexander loves storytelling and hopes his stories are romantic, engaging, and thought-provoking. He has a bachelors in Human Rights Studies and a masters in Social Work. He enjoys exploring the complex world we live in through writing.



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