The Hurricane Keeper

by Victoria Kimble

When a drop of hope exists, all it takes is courage to achieve the impossible.

My dad went missing in Hurricane Goliath ten years ago. They say no one ever comes back from the storm that parked itself over Florida fifty years ago and has been hanging around ever since.

Chip Sinclair, the director of the United States Hurricane Agency, called off the search after only three months. Now Chip is dating my mom.

I should be focusing on life after graduation in just a few weeks. My unofficial boyfriend Mason, and my best friend Dasha are. But how can I sit by and let everyone move on with their lives when Dad may still be out there?

The Storm Chasers might have the information I need. Everyone around me thinks that Dad is dead, but I know he’s still alive. And I’ll do whatever it takes to prove it.

This speculative YA environmental thriller is a clean coming-of-age story set in the near future with a strong female lead. It features a girl with strong sibling relationships who must navigate heartbreak, choices, and family dynamics as she goes on adventure to unravel the mystery and government conspiracy surrounding a natural disaster.

245 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 27, 2024

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was drawn in by the premise and the unique unfolding held me until the end. It is a YA book and has the usual YA elements but has much more to offer for all ages. The protagonist is one to root for even though she is impulsive and her emotions get the better of her at times (typical teenager). She also loves her family in a big way and the family dynamic adds heart to the story. There are surprises and intense moments as she seeks answers. Having grown up along the gulf coast and having experienced several hurricanes I found the effects of this Hurricane Goliath and its impact on the southern United States fascinating. It does end in a way that leaves us needing to read the next book.

[Maddi Hyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a pleasant surprise. It reminds me a lot of my own life, and I loved the references to weather and a random One Direction reference. It took me a while to read since I had other books going at the same time and I wish I would’ve just read this one from cover to cover instead. Onto book 2!

[Mary Stoll · Rating 5 out of 5]

it's a very well written simple story. The uniqueness of the hurricane keeps you wanting to read to the end. It was hard to put down.

[Di]

Dnfed, I can't take the entitled brat mentality any longer. I won't rate it though, because this is a personal ick- Not a reflection on the quality of the book.