While tramping through the Nelson Lakes National Park months ago, Rena Collings found two things -Rob, a man she thought she could fall for, and a mysterious visitor she could never forget.When Rob's true colours begin to show in their relationship, she escapes to Lake Rotoroa only to get trapped in a curse she can't escape. But can the mythical taniwha of Maori legend save her?In this modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast, Rena find herself falling in love with a monster while trying to protect them both from an ex who has cast his evil shadow over both their lives.If you like tales of destiny, adventure and heart-stealing romance, then you'll love Curse of the Taniwha.