Book 1 of the Manetta Mystery/Adventure Series Who wants Terry Hunter dead? Terry Hunter, athletic, attractive and driven, is determined to overcome whatever obstacles life throws her way. When a brutal shark attack off the California coast changes her life forever, Terry struggles to rebuild her life in Cozumel, Mexico, where she becomes a successful businesswoman, running her own dive operation. But the tropical waters turn dangerous for Terry when she unwittingly crosses paths with the leader of an international drug smuggling operation. A chance encounter with NYPD Detective Joe Manetta, who is struggling with his own personal tragedies, sparks romance in the steamy Caribbean. When Terry becomes entwined in Joe's international investigation he races against time to save her life, placing them both in danger. Author Paul Mila's novels appeal to divers and non-divers alike. Dangerous Waters is the perfect book to enjoy reading under a beach umbrella or palm tree.  "Reading Dangerous Waters is almost as good as scuba diving. The book delivers adventure, suspense, thrills and romance, along with plenty of underwater action. The main characters, Terry Hunter and Joe Manetta, are appealing and attractive; totally modern yet with a touch of old fashion values. This is an excellent novel for both divers and non-divers." Bonnie J. Cardone, former editor of Skin Diver Magazine, author of The Fireside Diver. "Paul Mila has a home run with Dangerous Waters. Anyone who is familiar with the Island of Cozumel will feel as if they are right in and a part of the story. As Paul took me from adventure to adventure, problem to problem...I recognized exactly where we were at that moment in Cozumel. The story itself is a great mystery and a wonderful love story. I am ordering his sequel, Whales' Angels, today and looking forward to even more written by Paul Mila!" Patricia Holt, author of Cozumel, The Complete Guide. "Dangerous Waters has all the ingredients needed for a fast-paced thriller. Paul Mila has an easy to read writing style that propels the reader through this novel. The numerous twists and turns keep you on the edge of your chair, rooting for the heroes to overcome each dangerous situation. If you enjoy mystery and romance with exciting shipwreck diving, then you'll give this book a Two-Thumbs-Up!" Mike Monahan, author of Barracuda. Paul J. Mila traded in his corporate suit for a wet suit, and now devotes his time to writing, scuba diving around the world, underwater photography, and speaking to groups about ocean conservation. He has enjoyed photographing and diving with Caribbean reef sharks in the Bahamas, diverse sea life in the Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Bonaire, Hawaii, Antigua, Curacao, and in his home waters off Long Island, NY. In addition, he has had the opportunity to free-dive with and photograph humpback whales in the Dominican Republic and the South Pacific Tonga Islands. Paul's underwater photos and videos have been featured in magazines, scuba diving web sites, the Mind, Body, Spirit Festival in Australia and by National Geographic Television. Following the advice of writers who recommend writing about what you know and like, he has incorporated the ocean and diving as the core of his writing, which includes five novels: Dangerous Waters, Whales' Angels, Fireworks, Near Miss, and Killer In Paradise . He also co-authored a non-fiction book titled, Bubbles Up !  and a children's book, Harry Hawksbill Helps His Friends . He also publishes a monthly online newsletter, The Sea-gram. sea-gram.com Diving in the same waters as the characters in his books has enabled him to write with realism, and describe for non-diving readers the beauty and wonder of exploring our undersea world. Paul and his family reside in Carle Place, New York, a small town on Long Island. You can contact Paul via email: paul@paulmila.com and visit his websites: milabooks.com and cozumelisparadise.com