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Lightning Strikes
WHERE THERE'S LIGHTNING, THERE'S ELECTRICITY...
When a former professor invites him to Florida for a lightning project, meteorologist Elmer Sullivan jumps at the chance. He hopes to find his long-lost sister in nearby Clearwater. The job sounds appealing too, which requires hours on the road by himself. Or so he thinks. To his dismay, Sullivan discovers he’ll have a partner.
After their disputed car accident, the last thing Isabel Torres wants is to have Sullivan for a colleague. Quitting is not an option though, as Isabel needs this job to support her young son. Between arguments over which storm to chase and who gets to drive, it seems like they’ll never get along. Their shared love of a good thunderstorm is the only thing they can agree on.
When trouble from Isabel’s past resurfaces, Sullivan surprises her by showing a protective side to his nature. Meanwhile, Sullivan admires Isabel’s nurturing instincts toward her son, reminding him that not everyone comes from a dysfunctional family. Before long, the spark between them becomes impossible to ignore.
Yet, just as their connection deepens, Sullivan is dealt a blow when a past mistake comes back to haunt him. Angry at himself and convinced he’s worthless, Sullivan believes everyone would be better off without him. If he can’t overcome his demons, he’ll risk losing the most meaningful relationship he’s ever known—and maybe his last chance at finally having the family he’s always longed for.
LIGHTNING STRIKES is an enemies to lovers/forced proximity romance. It is the third story in the STORM SERIES but can also be read as a standalone.
When a former professor invites him to Florida for a lightning project, meteorologist Elmer Sullivan jumps at the chance. He hopes to find his long-lost sister in nearby Clearwater. The job sounds appealing too, which requires hours on the road by himself. Or so he thinks. To his dismay, Sullivan discovers he’ll have a partner.
After their disputed car accident, the last thing Isabel Torres wants is to have Sullivan for a colleague. Quitting is not an option though, as Isabel needs this job to support her young son. Between arguments over which storm to chase and who gets to drive, it seems like they’ll never get along. Their shared love of a good thunderstorm is the only thing they can agree on.
When trouble from Isabel’s past resurfaces, Sullivan surprises her by showing a protective side to his nature. Meanwhile, Sullivan admires Isabel’s nurturing instincts toward her son, reminding him that not everyone comes from a dysfunctional family. Before long, the spark between them becomes impossible to ignore.
Yet, just as their connection deepens, Sullivan is dealt a blow when a past mistake comes back to haunt him. Angry at himself and convinced he’s worthless, Sullivan believes everyone would be better off without him. If he can’t overcome his demons, he’ll risk losing the most meaningful relationship he’s ever known—and maybe his last chance at finally having the family he’s always longed for.
LIGHTNING STRIKES is an enemies to lovers/forced proximity romance. It is the third story in the STORM SERIES but can also be read as a standalone.
342 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 25, 2024
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Melody Loomis
5 books22 followersMelody Loomis writes adult contemporary romance and young adult fiction with female protagonists. She’s a member of the #5amwritersclub and enjoys posting pictures of her cats, Ava and Lucy, on social media. She works as a library assistant and lives in southeastern North Carolina.
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March 29, 2025
Lightning Strikes, the 3rd book in Melody Loomis’ Storm Series, is captivating from start to finish. Its enemies-to-lovers plot drew me into a wonderful story world that was full of details about weather research. I loved Sully and Izzy. Loomis brings them to life with vivid, nuanced details that make it impossible not to root for their heavily-ever-after. It’s an engaging journey filled with moments that resonate long after the final chapter.
If you’re looking for something new, don’t miss this delightful escape into the storm!
If you’re looking for something new, don’t miss this delightful escape into the storm!
September 2, 2024
Sully and Izzy are my favorite couple so far in this series. I felt like both characters were well written and crafted. I was immediately able to connect with them. They were both likable, even Sullivan, and his grumpy personality.
I loved the enemies to lovers aspect in the beginning and how their "meet cute" played a role in that.
The storyline was also well plotted out. Everything fell into place. Melody writes in a way that dives deep into why each of the MCs are the way they are. This book is a mixture of serious topics but had a good balance of that along with the light-hearted scenes as well. You really get a feel of how the main characters' pasts shaped their personalities.
If you like contemporary romance, slow burns, enemies to lovers, and an overall sweet romantic read, this one is perfect for you.
Please check Melody's note to the reader for content warnings on the more serious topics spoken about in this book.
I loved the enemies to lovers aspect in the beginning and how their "meet cute" played a role in that.
The storyline was also well plotted out. Everything fell into place. Melody writes in a way that dives deep into why each of the MCs are the way they are. This book is a mixture of serious topics but had a good balance of that along with the light-hearted scenes as well. You really get a feel of how the main characters' pasts shaped their personalities.
If you like contemporary romance, slow burns, enemies to lovers, and an overall sweet romantic read, this one is perfect for you.
Please check Melody's note to the reader for content warnings on the more serious topics spoken about in this book.
August 20, 2024
Love the storm aspect of this book, and lightning is something i love to watch when it sotrms. This start of the book seemed to drag a bit but still managed to keep me engaged. I enjoyed the slow burn between our two main characters. I really enjoyed Sullivan's character. I would definitely recommend this book.
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