Summary of Storm, by Carian Cole

Dive into the tumultuous romance of 'Storm' by Carian Cole, where love and heartbreak collide in a gripping tale of passion and personal demons.

Sunday, September 28, 2025

Storm (Ashes & Embers Book 1), written by Carian Cole

Welcome to Storm, where the winds of fate blow harder than your average romance novel and the characters have more baggage than a family reunion at a holiday airport. This first book in the Ashes & Embers series is a rollercoaster of emotions-think of it as Fifty Shades meets a rock band, but with slightly less leather and a lot more angst.

So, what's the deal? We meet our protagonist, a strong-willed woman named "Kassidy," who has had her fair share of heartbreak. She's convinced that love is the root of all her problems. Spoiler alert! This is where you'd typically start rolling your eyes because we all know a brooding musician will inevitably change her mind.

Enter "Storm," the dark, brooding rock star who's more tattooed than most horror movie villains and has enough emotional scars to fill a psychotherapy waiting room. He's not just a pretty face; he's also dealing with his own demons-and believe me, they are loud and obnoxious, much like an overeager fan at a concert.

Kassidy and Storm's chemistry is electric, but they're both playing a game of emotional dodgeball, trying to avoid getting hit by feelings while still being drawn to each other like moths to a flame. They exchange banter that's sharp enough to cut, and get this-their relationship is as tumultuous as a heavy metal song. There are misunderstandings, passionate arguments, and the occasional "let's-pretend-we-didn't-just-have-a-searing-hot-make-out-session" moment.

But wait-there's more! Casual hookups, danger from the outside world, and a backstory that would make any psychiatrist's jaw drop. Kassidy has her own set of issues to tackle, including learning to trust again-because, you know, love in the time of rock and roll is practically an Olympic sport.

As they navigate the highs and lows of their relationship, there's just enough angst and smoldering tension to keep you on your toes. You'll find yourself rooting for them between the playful flirting and the serious discussions about personal trauma. Just when you think things are settled, expect a twist that'll make you gasp. Because who doesn't love a good cliffhanger, right?

But let's be real, this book is not just about the romance-let's not leave out the swoon-worthy, rock star fantasies where a little drama is served on the side. If you're ready for a story filled with passion, heartbreak, and maybe a bit of 'what was I thinking?' then Storm is right up your alley.

Grab your tissues and prepare for a wild ride, because you might want to keep a raincoat handy for the storm that is, undoubtedly, brewing between Kassidy and Storm. Buckle up; it's going to be a bumpy-and at times hilariously awkward-ride!

Author's photo - Maddie Page
Maddie Page

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