Swimming Without a Net (novel)

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name = Swimming Without a Net
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author = MaryJanice Davidson
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country = United States
language = English
series = Fred the Mermaid Trilogy
genre = romance, Paranormal romance
publisher = Jove
release_date = November 27, 2007
media_type = Print
pages = 304 pp
isbn = ISBN 0515143812
preceded_by = Sleeping with the Fishes
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"Swimming Without a Net" is the second novel in the Fred the Mermaid Trilogy by MaryJanice Davidson.

Plot Introduction

"Swimming Without a Net" takes place after the events in "Sleeping with the Fishes". Fred is again approached by the sea folk, but this time in order to participate in a ritual of sorts. The novel blends elements of supernatural and erotic fiction.

Plot summary

A year has passed since Artur and Thomas declared their love for Fred and then left. Since then, Fred has been passing her days by working at the aquarium and being annoyed by Jonas (her best friend) and Dr. Barb's (her boss) relationship. They have been setting Fred up on various blind dates as well, which have all ended badly. Fred is surprised to discover two Undersea Folk requesting her presence at the Pelagic. At the Pelagic, she discovers the identity of her biological father as well as makes a decision between Artur and Thomas.

Characters in "Swimming Without a Net"

Major characters

"Swimming Without a Net" features the following characters.
*Fredrika "Fred" Bimm: Fred has been continuing her work with Dr. Barb. She has also been thinking about Artur and Thomas, although neither have returned to see her since they both left. Fred has begun going on blind dates, but has had no luck in finding love.
*Artur: High Prince of the Black Sea, Artur has not made contact to Fred since the previous book. He loves Fred and calls her "Rika".
*Thomas: Thomas is a marine biologist and also writes as a romance author under the psydonym Priscilla D'Jacqueline. He has been busy working on his career.
*Jonas Carrey: best friend to Fred and dating Dr. Barb. He continues to work as a chemical scientist at Aveda, a hair care company.

Other characters

*Dr. Barb: She is still dating Jonas as well has continuing to remain professional with Fred whenever possible. She is easily persuaded by Jonas.

Release details

Jove Mass market paperback printing: December 2007