Harmless

Invasive species, mysterious creatures, and a high stakes rescue on Gilded Age Florida's inner waterways bring this stunning series to an explosive conclusion!

Frankie Davenport; her sister, Lulu; and their best friend, Algie Emsworth, are eager for their next adventure. When they see an ad in the local paper for a river cruise and hear rumors of a monster in that very same river, they know that this is just the trip for them. Mrs. Emsworth and Algie's brother Everett join the cruise for family relaxation and bonding. But emotions soon run high as Everett's former school rival comes on board and Frankie's impulsiveness put Lulu and Algie in danger.

During an outing, the trio stumble upon a strange creature in distress. Could this be Sabrina, the fabled river monster? When an unidentifiable aquatic corpse is discovered, Profess Champion, Frankie's nemesis, is called in to investigate. Frankie, Lulu, and Algie are at odds with one another over how to save sabrina. Frankie must decide if she should keep doing things her way or trust her friends and family to save Sabrina.

Samantha San Miguel's Harmless is an exciting adventure story brought to vivid life with well-researched details of the Gilded Age Florida landscape that highlight the risks of human activity on the ecosystem and the responsibilities inherent in privilege. This page-turning novel is a thrilling conclusion to the Spineless trilogy; that's perfect for fans of Beyond the Bright Sea and Serafina and the Black Cloak.