Surviving the Storm: A Psychological Thriller with a Shocking Twist.

by Sherry A. Burton

Following a tragic year, Abby thinks she is making a wise choice when she agrees to marry Jacob. While admittedly not in love with him, he has always made her feel safe and protected. That feeling quickly dissipates when he reveals his true colors on their wedding day. With no means to escape, Abby must decide her fate. Not willing to bend to her new husband’s rule, she is in a fight for survival, and a desperate race to discover what secrets he is keeping from her. Secrets that threaten to destroy the very foundation of her soul. Set in New Orleans during a storm that devastated so many, Surviving the Storm is a tension-building tale of suspense that does not let up until the two storms collide.

273 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 5, 2014

About the author

Sherry A. Burton is the author of The Orphan Train Saga novels, a planned eighteen book historical fiction saga that revolves around the Orphan Trains. Books in the saga include Discovery, Shameless, Treachery, Guardian, and Loyal.

Ezra’s Story, the first in The Orphan Train Saga spinoff series.

Sherry's fiction titles include Tears of Betrayal, Love in the Bluegrass, Seems Like Yesterday, The King of My Heart, Somewhere in My Dreams, Surviving the Storm, and Always Faithful, a Jerry McNeal Novella.

Born in Kentucky, Sherry and her Retired Navy Veteran husband live in Michigan’s thumb. When not in the writing chair, Sherry travels the country doing book signings and giving lectures on the orphan trains.

Reviews

[Hunter Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you ever read a book that reminds you of why you enjoy reading? A book that seems so real to you that you know the characters, yet you are still surprised? This is that book for me. Surviving the Storm is a beautiful book, from start to finish. From the beauty of the cover, to the depth of despair of the main character Abby, I was mesmerized by this story.

Sherry A. Burton masterfully draws us into the story as Abby moves to New Orleans to marry her life long friend, Jacob. Is he the man she is meant to spend her life with, or does fate have other plans for her?

The characters are well developed, as is the plot. You will love the flamboyantly gay next door neighbor, the voodoo priestess and even find yourself in love with Abby's pets. The book is well edited. You will greatly enjoy this book and I recommend it whole-heartedly. This book can only receive 5 stars but I would give it 10 if possible. This has to be on your Summer Must Read list!

An advanced copy of this book was given to me in exchange for a fair and honest review.

[Diane Perry · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great story. I won this in a giveaway. It is my first book from Sherry, but will not be my last. She knows how to keeps a reader's interest in every chapter.

[Charlie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thrilling, suspenseful with a twist of humor

This story was intriguing from the start. A young woman who has experienced tragedy embarks on a new life with an older man. He loves her, she thinks she will learn to love him. But things turn dark once the vows have been said. She becomes a prisoner in her home and is unable to escape her husband and his henchman babysitter. With the help of her new quirky neighbor she discovers secrets that rock her world.

[Candy Daulton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Surviving the storm

Wow! Extremely intense book. What if someone controlled your entire life and you didn't have a clue. Someone who saved you from a fire he set to kill your parent so he could control who cared for you until you came to him and married him... Then hell began. She survives the storm, but he didn't.. We just don't know for sure. It's an excellent read for mature audience.

[Tammy Zanelotti · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 and a half stars

I enjoyed the story and feel that it was written well. Now, the reason I'm not giving the full 5 is because of the abrupt ending. No spoilers here BUT nothing irritates me more than investing my time into a great story and BAM the story is over. Absolutely loathe feeling a story is unfinished.

[Sharon Lookabaugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

A huge shock

I wasn't sure what to think about this book. I read another series by this author and wasn't sure about something in this genre. I am so glad I gave it a try. I found myself yelling at the characters because I was so entranced by the story. I was pulled in from the start. I can't wait to read part 2. Thank you Sherry, you never disappoint.

[Cynthia L Peters · Rating 3 out of 5]

Surviving the Storm was about a woman who gets tricked into marrying an abusive man. The man has been in her life since she was 4 years old. I had a hard time reading this story because I was married to an abusive man. I had a hard time believing it.

I love the Jerry McNeil series, but I won't be continuing this series.

[Rita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Storm series Book 1

How terrifying it would be to find out that your whole life is based on lies. You have been cut off from people, no money, identification, transportation, everything and every body. And now you realize the person that your married to caused it all.

[Tammy Layton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely a pageturner

This book grabs you from page one and just be ready for a great ride. This is my first book by this author but will definitely not be my last. A story of love, deception and very intriguing to try and figure out, if you can

[Sandra Pipitone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

What a wild ride! This is every women's fear, you know the guy but he's only show the wonderful side of his mind. Hang on!

[Janie M. Kittle · Rating 3 out of 5]

the book was ok

The story had a slow start. Was fairly predictable. Did get a little more interesting around the 10th chapter. Considering whether to read the next series.

[joyce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Susan Clair Holt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Surviving the Storm

I absolutely love this author, she is a whiz with words. I've read several of her books and have never been disappointed.

[Charlene Mastascusa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book! Couldn’t put it down

[Becky Coulter · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book, a heck of a roller coaster ride. Set in New Orleans immediately prior to Hurricane Katrina, it's about a woman marrying a man that she has known her whole life. Or so she thinks. Once the marriage vows have been said, life as she knows it changes drastically. This is the story of her marriage, of finding out that no matter how much you think you know about your partner there are always secrets. And sometimes it's better not knowing. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a good book to keep you up at night. Even after you've finished it you will still be thinking about it non-stop. Always wondering what you might have done differently if it had been you. And honestly, until you've been there, you don't know. As is the norm with Sherry Burton's books, the minor characters are not minor but quite colorful and unique, not easily forgotten. I felt as if I knew these people personally, that's how well written they were. Everyone looking for a nice summer read... here it is, enjoy!

[Stacey Mcphilomy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book by Sherry A. Burton. You are sucked into this hell with Abby that her husband Jacob has created. I was on pins and needles until the very end. I am so glad this is a trilogy. I am not ready to say goodbye to Abby. Plus I have so many questions still left unanswered. I am hooked! Can't wait till the next installment is released!

[Tracy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't put it down. Loved it and cannot wait for the second in this series.