After the Storm (Rising Storm, #9)

by Julie Kenner, Dee Davis, and Lexi Blake

[Lynn]

I can't tell you how happy I am that there are two mid-season episodes in the Rising Storm series. Season One was highly addictive and this first new episode whets my appetite for more.

The morning after Dakota Alvarez dropped the bombshell, there are mixed feelings amongst many residents of Storm, Texas as the consequences of the revelations are exposed. The aftershocks affect many people; not just the Salt and Rush family.

Ginny Moreno has lost everything, but the baby she is carrying is safe...what will she do? Logan Murphy is devastated by Ginny's lies. Brittany Rush sees her family in a different light, but not in a positive way.

But behind every dark cloud, is a small ray of sunshine! Marisol Moreno speaks some words of wisdom to her younger sister, whilst Patrick Murphy is the voice of reason as he deals with his brother's bitterness.

In another corner of Storm, a damage control plot is being hatched to clear Sebastian Rush's name! Marylee Rush gives us a glimpse of the ruthless, formidable woman she is as her determination to eventually see her son become Governor of Texas will hold no bounds.

What I love about this series is the seamless switch from one episode to another. It's been some months since the end of Season One yet I was able to pick-up right where the last episode Thunder Rolls ended. Lexi Blake lulls us into a false sense of security as we feel compassion and maybe a little sympathy for Ginny. Then. Bang, we are reminded that there are other secrets still to be exposed and revenge to be taken in this fast paced drama-fest!

If you love soap operas...think Dallas/Dynasty, Storm, Texas is a place you'll want to discover. I can't wait to read the next instalment, setting the scene for Season Two in the Autumn.

4 stars

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