I took a deeper dive into research
for Depth. The idea behind the book came from a video I watched via Discovery
Plus on YouTube. It’s terrifying! Due to human stupidity it’s worth watching.
It will be the first link below.
I loved revisiting Ryan and the trauma due to her experience aboard Ryan’s Gift. How would someone with her family background respond to marine biology life. I really enjoyed writing her fear and growth as she channeled her mother in order to fight for her life and those of her friends.
sharks are friends not food!
Jerry, the captain was another fun
character. I knew someone years ago who was a lot like him and had a heart of
gold. I’ve also known several Clarissa’s and it was really hard not to have her
eaten. Smitt might be my favorite out of everyone. He’ll return for a future
book along with Dr. Stirling and Blakely. Ryan will make a brief appearance.
The storyline is building in my head and I’m really excited to feature the bluntnose
sixgill shark. The last video in my research list shows how amazing these massive
creatures truly are. The working title of the next book is POACH but that could
change as the story develops.
Thank you for reading my work and
taking an interest in sharks. Never forget over 100 million are killed each
year which is incredibly sad when they are needed desperately to maintain our
eco system.
Research Links
Plexi Glass Cage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2f-JO9TX-hA
Shark Bites, how to recognize shark threat displays: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYxf4FsylN8
Another plot key to Depth: https://www.yahoo.com/news/researchers-shocked-8-foot-shark-214341229.html