Mysterious Saturday Review: Wild Storm

* sequel to Storm Front *

Derrick Storm's on a plane when something goes terribly wrong. Immediately, he takes charge and is table to save it from  crashing - just barely.  When he lands, he learns that this was not the only plane in jeopardy that day and none of the others survived.

He's sent to uncover the truth behind the attacks. The search takes him to Pennsylvania, out west, Monaco, Panama City, and Egypt to unravel who would most benefit from hijacking the planes and killing everyone on board. Not to mention who could have built the weapon - a weapon so powerful that any government wouldn't mind getting their hands on it.  Derrick swears to uncover the truth, but secretly determines that he will destroy the weapon rather than let it fall into anyone's hands - or die trying. 

My Thoughts: A great thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat and quickly turning the pages. I love the multiple perspectives - especially in the beginning where you have no idea how the people will all tie together. I love the heart-pounding danger and action. I love Derrick Storm's use to techniques and MacGyver tactics. I liked the double crossing and the betrayals - I never saw the ending coming. A fantastic summer read.

Cover Thoughts: Love it
Source: Sent for Review

Mysterious Saturday Review: Storm Front

Derrick Storm's been given an assignment from the CIA - an assignment chasing a man he believed to be dead for years. When several dead bankers turn up tortured - Storm realizes Volkov's behind everything.

He chases the dead bodies from Paris to London and back to US soil. As he races to uncover the clues behind the bodies, he discovers a financial plot that could ruin everyone.

Can Derrick Storm stop Volkov from killing the last banker and gaining access to his evil plot?

My Thoughts: I love Castle - so of course I wanted to read about the character he wrote. I love the TV ties with these books.  Plus, I was genuinely curious about Derrick Storm. The short chapters, plot twists, and multiple perspectives made it hard to put down. I loved all the action - the car chases (especially the one on the New Jersey turnpike), things being blown up, and the confrontations with the bad guys. It read like a fun action flick with some tender moments and some moments of laughter to ease the tension.  I loved the opening line where the gondolier was described as ruggedly handsome. 

Cover Thoughts: Really like it - especially the dark colors.
Source: My Library
Curious: I'm curious to discover who wrote the book - I feel like I've read the author before, but I can't quite place it.
Fun Fact: I even caught my puppy reading it!

Mini Review: Storm Season

 *  volume 2 in the series *

Derrick Storm sees a ghost from his past while working a case. He's been hired to help a woman recover money she lost. Everything should have gone smoothly, but the man she identified as the con artist, comes to Derrick asking for help.


He's looking to find his missing sister, who disappeared. As Derrick digs into the case, he uncovers a dangerous criminal organizations - along with his old CIA partner.

My Thoughts: I'm so happy to learn more about Derrick Storm - with great illustrations, lots of action, lots of danger, and a hint of romance. I hope these graphic novels continue!

Cover Thoughts: Great
Source: My Library