by Rebecca Zanetti
Series: The Scorpius Syndrome #4
Genres: Romantic Suspense, Post-Apocalyptic
Source: Author
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Even before surviving the Scorpius bacterium, Greyson Storm was a lone wolf navigating minefields. As a kid, he learned to take a hit and find safety. As an adult, he joined the military and quickly learned how to protect and defend. When the world ended, he created a mercenary camp with military precision, no entanglements, and a promise to avenge a fallen friend. As part of that vow, he kidnapped Maureen Shadow, but now that he has let her go, her blue eyes and intriguing mind keep haunting him…
As possibly the only Biotechnology Engineer still living, Maureen Shadow might be humanity’s one hope to survive the aftermath of Scorpius, making her frighteningly valuable to both allies and enemies. Even after sexual tension explodes with Greyson, she’s not sure which camp he belongs to—friend or foe? Worse yet, survival may mean thwarting his prime mission, putting her in even more peril. When danger and seduction collide, there is no safety in this new world.
STORM GATHERING by Rebecca Zanetti is the fourth book in the Scorpius Syndrome series, a dystopian romantic suspense following groups of survivors following a global virus that killed most of the population and infected others. Intense with a heavy dose of romance and heat this tale held me captive from beginning to end.
While each of the books follows one couple’s romance, the Scorpius Syndrome series has an overall storyline best followed in order. The books are action-packed filled with danger, political maneuvering, and pure survival as each group works to protect their people and live another day. Think Walking Dead (TV show) without the zombies.
Greyson Storm a Marine sniper is the leader of the Mercs who previously kidnapped, Moe (Maureen) Shadow, the sister of Vanguards leader Raze Shadow and brought her to his beach hold in Santa Barbara as a bargaining chip. STORM GATHERING picks up shortly after her return to Vanguard. While Moe was with the Mercs, she and Greyson had a moment. This is their story and so much more.
Fans of the overall arc will be pleased as we learn more about the other bunkers, what the president is up to and the direction the story is headed. Zanetti delivers plenty of nail-biting moments, death, danger and twists. Sides are drawn, and alliances are made leaving me drooling for the next installment. We get hints about the next romance and story which are confirmed in a sneak peek at the back of this book. I love the hero already and think the heroine is going to be fun.
If hot, controlling alpha males who protect what is theirs at all cost doesn’t appeal to you, then this series is not for you. These men fall fast and love hard. Their world is gritty, ruthless and dangerous. The romance in STORM GATHERING was a hot one. Greyson is all alpha and made to command, but Maureen is stubborn, intelligent and not one to back down making her his perfect match. I loved the chemistry, wicked banter and overly adorkable moments in between the hot and sexy Kindle melting scenes. Zanetti gave us Greyson’s backstory, and we saw him grow stronger as a leader and person as the story progressed.
I love the Mercs and Vanguards from their comradery as units to the way they each others’ six. It was hilarious seeing two alphas have to deal where Moe was involved. Grey and Raze are enemies, so Raze didn’t handle the knowledge that his baby sister is doing the dirty with Greyson. I enjoyed some laugh-aloud moments and seeing Moe give them a dress down. The relationships, banter, and snark are one of the reasons I love this series hard. You become a part of these units, and I confess I am addicted and need more answers.
Fans of hot romance suspense set against a dystopian world will love STORM GATHERING and the entire Scorpius Syndrome series.
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Sharon - Obsession with Books
I’m so pleased that you’re enjoying this series Kimba! I wasn’t a fan of the first book but I did find the premise quite interesting so I might have to give it another go.
A great review! Sharon – Obsession with Books
Melanie Simmons
I grabbed this one on NetGalley too. I haven’t started it yet, but it is my next read. I love this series. I love her take on this apocalypse. Zombies, but not.
Lorna
I think I might have one of these in my tbr. I really should look cause these sound so good. And I loved her paranormal romance/UF series I read by her. Thanks for putting it back on my radar.
Kay
I think I shall be adding this series to my goodreads shelf. I am always down for trying a new survival book, especially if romance is involved. Great review!
Geybie's Book Blog
I’m a HUGE fan of alpha males, Kim. I think I’m gonna love this book. I havent read any dystopian books so I’m curious. Awesome review, Kim. ❤️
Christy LoveOfBooks
Gah! I need to read this series. Actually I need to read SOMETHING, anything by this author.
Angela Adams
“Zanetti delivers plenty of nail-biting moments, death, danger and twists.” — all elements of a great suspense! Thanks for the post.
Sophia Rose
I’ve been waiting for this story since Raze’s book was out. And it lived up to expectation just fine. Moe and Grey were great. She really did have to work to keep the alphas from killing each other. LOL
blodeuedd
I SO need to try these
Jenea's Book Obsession
You had me at hot romance suspense! Sounds like my kinda series.
Anna
Looks like a bit for everyone. I admit the story sounds intriguing. 🙂
Anna from elements of emaginette
sherry fundin
Love Zanetti. I would read anything she puts out.
Debbie Haupt
And here is an author I’ve really been wanting to try. Great review and thanks for sharing
kindlemom1
Okay I have to ask because you mentioned heat, does the romance (and sex scenes) take over the story or is it manageable? I love the Breath of Fire series but I hate how much the sex scenes have taken over the whole books. I like steam but I don’t want it to be the main focus at all.
kimbacaffeinate
I would say this was nicely balanced. Lots of action and danger ..plus plot progression.
Nadene
Sounds exciting.
Ailyn Koay
oohh sizzle! that sounds really interesting actually