Another great addition to the Storme Family series. Ms. Sookoo is an extraordinary writer. It is a joy to read her books. The story was an amazingly enjoyable read. The characters were relatable and real.
Thank you Sandra Sookoo, Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me an advance copy for my honest feedback.

Oh my, where to start? So much happens within the pages of this book and I don't necessarily mean physical action although there is plenty of that but more along the lines of perception as the author reveals golden nuggets of realization for the reader to absorb and take in as the storyline progresses through to the wonderfully written conclusion! It also is apparent from the very beginning that some things have not improved much in regards to how mental health disability is perceived within society from then to now. Granted, we no longer lock those away who suffer from learning disabilities but the perception of those who are considered different and as lesser types of individuals is still rampant today so we as a society have not grown and matured even close to what Caroline managed to and we should all strive to emulate John in his attitude and actions as he interacted with Caroline. This was truly a story where love conquers all even though the journey to get there was more than rocky. This is a book that will only grow in appreciation by the reader if it is read more than just once. I'm sure there will be more of those golden nuggets that were planted in the book just waiting to be found each time it is read! A beautifully written book that showcases just how talented an author Sandra Sookoo is!

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of the book provided to me by the publisher through NetGalley.

The Fury of a Storme is book 6 in the Storme Brothers Series, but can easily be read as a stand alone.
This is such an amazing story! Sandra Sookoo has written a unique masterpiece. She has written an amazing story about Caroline, who's brain works in different ways. Caroline's father sends her to an asylum at 12 and she is left alone there for 20 years. Her oldest brother rescues her, but her family has no clue how to help her so inadvertently still confines her. All Caroline wants is her freedom to be herself, and to do the things she would like to do.
The characters are amazing, the writing is brilliant! The interactions between Caroline and John will melt your heart, and cause you to cry.
You don't want to miss this book!

I loved it! The sixth in The Storme Brothers series does not disappoint, from the first page to the last you will be spellbound by The Fury of a Storme. Characters who found a place in your heart are back so you get to catch up with those who found a special place in your heart. Sandra Sookoo weaves a story from beginning to end with threads of strong emotions, uncertainties, family dynamics, and angst. It's a well-written romance with characters that come off the pages and pull you into their emotional ride that keeps you involved until the very end, sizzling passion, heartfelt dialogue, and with one fantastic plot that bring this read together perfectly.

What a unique and moving tale! Sandra Sookoo has a gift for writing beautiful stories about interesting people who wouldn't normally get a chance to star in a romance. Here we have lovely, brilliant Caroline Storme, a woman whose parents committed her to an asylum when she was 12 because they mistook her dyslexia for some kind of insanity. For 20 years she languished there until her cousin brought her home. How two decades in a 19th century asylum didn't break her is a mystery, but I was willing to go along with it.

Our hero, John, first met Caroline in a previous Storme novel (one I haven't read), and they each made an impression on the other. When they meet again here, there's a sense of coming home. The book's blurb claims that John proposes a marriage of convenience, but I don't think that's really what they enter into. They have too much respect and affection for one another from the get go.

The bulk of the book is spent on John slowly helping Caroline break out of her chrysalis, though there's a half-hearted attempt at adding some clumsily solved suspense toward the end. Regardless, the book gave me all the feels, and I highly recommend it.

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While all the books in this series are wonderful, I think this one might just be the best, or at least my favorite. The story was beautifully written and really touched me. Ms. Sookoo is such a talented writer and really brings out the thoughts and feelings and the essence of the story making you feel as if you are right there with the characters. Quite the storm created in this last installment the emotions just fill you up. She handled the delicate subject of mental instability and disability with such finesse and compassion, it took my breath away. John and Caroline were such lovely characters, realistic and well-fleshed out, I fell in love with them instantly. The story caught my attention from the beginning and held it all the way through. The storyline was well-crafted and definitely held my interest till the end. This was a sweet story, full of heart and I had a really nice time reading it.
I received a complimentary copy from Dragonblade Publishing via Netgalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

Two Extraordinary People Fall in Love

Caroline was tucked away in an asylum for twenty years, just because she was different. Even when her cousin took her out of the asylum, she was not truly free. It would take an extraordinary man to see the woman she was and to liberate her from her prison. Living in her cousin’s house might not have been like living in the asylum, but it was a prison of sorts, nevertheless. By overprotecting her, Caroline’s cousin restricted her autonomy. By offering her marriage, would John give her the freedom she craved? It was not the marriage that gave Caroline the freedom, but the love and acceptance that she found nowhere else but with John. This story was absolutely delightful. As someone who grew up different, I found it delightfully refreshing. Caroline found someone who could celebrate her difference, a rarity, especially during that time in history. Caroline found shelter from the storm, not just in her art as she always had, but in John and his love. That was to be her greatest shelter from the storm and its fury. Their path was not easy, and they would have challenges they must overcome. I enjoyed this story and would recommend it to those who like historical romance with suspense, a hero with a heart of gold, and a heroine with special and extraordinary needs.

3.5 stars

A continuation of the Storme family. Caroline has been much maligned because she doesn't think of speak like others. In the end her uncle had her placed in an asylum for 20 years. On ascension to the Earldom her relative gets her released and it's here that the hero first meets her. He is friends and partners with Brand and he is a sailor that lives in Ipswich. He wants to see her happy and gets manipulated by the earl into a marraige of convenience which then turns into passion. There's lots of sex scenes so not for the 'clean' crowd. I was looking forward to Caroline's story and it did match some of my expectations.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The Fury of a Storme by Sandra Sookoo is about a woman (girl) who was different. Different was tolerated no better then than it is now, but ways of dealing with it have changed. Caroline was sent to an insane asylum where she spent 20 years, essentially crawling deeper into herself. When Andrew figured it out, he went and brought her to his home, but she was not really allowed to live. They were too worried. On her first day out with no chaperone, it happened. She was lost. The map she'd drawn was not good enough. She, thankfully, ran into Mr. Butler, whom she had met at Christmas. He was so kind. He brought her home where he witnessed a display that told him how wrong everything was. He wanted to give her a break. He could take her to his father's country estate. No, that wouldn't work, but to the Hadleigh estate: Andrew's. Andrew told him he couldn't allow it. It was improper unless they were betrothed, so he asked her to become betrothed. Then Andrew, said no, unless they were married. So her asked her to marry him. And she did, and off they went.

It all happened much more quickly than it might have in real life, but he slowly started chipping away at her fears. He gave her freedom: to paint, to meander, to do as she pleased. He took her in the water, another great fear of hers. She trusted him and he never broke that trust. Her cousin, Brand, arrived, and although it had only been a week, the difference was astounding. John Butler had been right. All she needed was the reins loosened a little. Someone to respect her despite the fact her words were garbled and things frightened her. This series has been so good. I am sorry to see it finish. Sookoo has dealt with so many off-limits topics and it has proven so interesting. I want more. Caroline had unlimited faith in John, and so, grew to have more faith in the world. Was she still different? Absolutely. It is what made her her.

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It takes a special person to understand the difference between a mentally unstable person and a person with a disability. John Butler is such a man. His first meeting with Caroline Storme piques his interest and when he once again encounters her in unfavorable weather conditions needing to be rescued, his gentle nature and humorous grin capture her heart. Unfortunately, whilst John may see beyond the mixed-up phrases and awkward manner, the rest of the Storme Clan have relegated Caroline to the sidelines, preferably out of sight, where she cannot cause too much embarrassment to the family, despite their rescue of her from the inhumane mental asylum. When it becomes obvious to John that Caroline is suffocating in London and he proposes a respite in the country, the unreasonably opposition he meets results in a marriage of convenience. John is fully aware that Caroline is far more intelligent than anyone realizes, but when she challenges him regarding their marriage, he comes to understand that she is far more astute than he gives her credit for. But how does one explain the various aspects and expectations in a marriage if the young woman has no experience and has been alienated from society for so long? The story is soulful and romantic and touched me at a very deep level. It was lovely to see Caroline unfurl in John's tender care and to come to a place where she could take her place in the family. I received a copy of this novel as a gift through Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley and this is my honest and voluntary review.

Caroline Storme was put in an asylum as a child by her father. Abandoned, she was kept imprisoned and abused for twenty years. Finally rescued by her family after her father's death, they unknowingly keep her in a sheltered prison with over protection and little understanding of who she is. John Butler first met Caroline at Christmas tide in her families' country home. He rescued her then and six months later he rescues her in London. Compassion and protection drives him to offer her marriage. All he wants is to set her free. Caroline is dyslexic and has a hard time putting the right words together when speaking. What is fascinating is John's approach and patience giving Caroline more confidence in herself and letting her decide what she wants. It takes all types of men to make a hero. John Butler is one of the best!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

This is a very unusual and emotional historical romance, It has wonderful characters and humour as well as serious information on mental health issue's in this era. It covers the romance of someone who is just slightly outside what is considered normal and even though the issue is only words not always coming out as intended the result was 20 years in an asylum. Very unusual historical romance but no less enjoyable. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Caroline Storme is talented, intelligent, and misunderstood. She lived in an asylum for twenty years, taken there when she was twelve, because her family did not understand her. Her cousin Andrew, Earl of Hadleigh, brought her home, but he still does not, actually none of the family, understand her, and he is overprotective. She first meets John Butler at the Storme family Christmastide house party. He was kind and didn’t seem to be bothered by her mixed-up sentences. She meets him again one rainy day in Hyde Park. Again, he is kind and easy to talk to. Circumstances bring them together, and they embark on a journey of discovery, of self and each other, acceptance, and love. John has some harsh history to deal with as well, and when they put the couple in danger, Caroline proves she can think fast and has a bit of spunk. This is such a good story, my favorite in the series. The story touches your heart, and the characters win it. Great Read!

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The Fury Of A Storme
The long-awaited story of Lady Caroline Storme! Caroline has not had the greatest life. Her mind has never “worked” as it should, or as others deemed it should. This one small flaw had her locked away in an asylum for most of her life. Rescued by Andrew, she is trying to acclimate and work within the boundaries of society.
John Butler has his own demons to fight, namely his father. But those unpleasant thoughts disappear when he rescues Caroline from her own ability to get lost in the park. His sudden inclination to protect her from all harm and from the misgivings of her family, leads him to propose a very unconventional solution. As Caroline and John learn about each other and form a strong bond, they are torn apart.
The sensitivity of the author to the heroine’s disability made the story even more poignant.

Alone, that is how Caroline Storme felt as she was placed into an asylum as a young child. Her family did not understand her or knew how to manage a child that was different. After years of living there, her father died, and she was finally brought home. Only to discover that the family did not know what to do with her or how to communicate with her. Just what were they to do with her? During a family event, she met John Butler, the best friend of one of her Storme cousins. For some reason, she and John began to build a bond of friendship. This book shows how society during Queen Victoria’s reign oversaw the problem of family members that seemed different. I grew to feel for Caroline as she struggled with life, and the strong caring character John turned out to be. I discovered that I kept reading just to learn what would happen next to these two wonderful characters.

The last of the Storme series, but to me the best. Caroline Storme, was put in an asylum when young, really because her family could not understand her. What is so shocking and horrible to me, is how many people in history, were just locked away due to their family wanting to get rid of them or some minor different behavior or belief that was frowned upon.

In this case though, Caroline meets John, who really understands her, which is amazing and they go on a journey of discovery and love. But John has his own storms and it seems that the both of them together can weather them!

Such a great story that I really enjoyed!

BRILLIANT…JUST BRILLIANT!!! The Fury of a Storme by Sandra Sookoo is book 6 The Storme Brothers series and also the last book in this series and I am so sad that it is over but what a way to go out with a bang!!! Though in a series this book can be read as a standalone. This was one of the best book I have read this year and I have to say I cried from the pain and from the joy of this story. So emotional yet I am in awe. Sandra is truly one of the best authors of today and it is a must that you read this book. I think this is her best yet but I think I always say that after reading one of her book. This book is so very well written, original, easy to read and give the real feel of the regency era. I found the descriptions so vivid and as I said it had me in tears and I am not a crier. I could count on one hand how many times I cried in a book so this is something special. Sandra also has a way of written delicate problems with respect and compassion. I can’t say enough about this book. This story has a Lady that is special needs who is artistic, a kind and caring gentleman, an evil father, over protective family members, a family that does not understand her, sent to an asylum as the age of 12 and left alone, wanting freedom, caring enough to give her that freedom, anger, a kidnapping, greed, holding for ransom, a marriage of convenience, forgiveness and falling in love. YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK… as I said it is BRILLIANT!!!

***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.

Gah. This book was everything! We have a grumpy H, a feisty h, and magnetic chemistry that forces them to gravitate to each other. Must read!

4.5 Stars
The Honourable Caroline Storme was sent to an asylum due to a suspected mental deficiency when she was twelve, now two decades later she has finally returned to London, not with vengeance in mind but freedom. Wanting nothing more than to pursue her passions of music & painting in peace, Then she meets the one man who understands her, a big, barrel-chested sailor with tattoos and a devastating grin. Mr John Butler is in London to reconnect with his drunken, baron father before the man pickles himself. The family holdings are deeply in debt and decay, but he doesn’t care about them. Sailing holds his heart as well as his easy, carefree existence in Ipswich. That is until he runs into a woman in Hyde Park. When London proves too much for them both, John is quick to offer a solution: a marriage of convenience despite vehement protests from the Storme clan. It will give her freedom as well as settling his future.
This is the sixth & final book in the series & once again an author leaves the most interesting characters for the finale. It could be read on its own but the Stormes have been a diverse & interesting family. I really liked Caroline who is intelligent but thinks differently & believes herself to be so different that she’s unlovable. I adored John so protective of Caroline but also allowing her to fly, he didn't try to 'mend' her but took time to understand her & to support & encourage her. A very different romance & it certainly pulled at my heart strings, there was humour & a lovely romance between a couple who were perfect for each other. I also loved how the Stormes began to see & understand Caroline too. I would have loved an epilogue to the series which brought the family together & rounded off the books
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I do love Sandra Sookoo’s way with words. Caroline is the last unwed Storme but she may be the stormiest of them all. She is filled with so much anguish and pent up rage at being left alone and forgotten. It is no wonder she longs for a fairytale hero to sweep her away. Not only does John Butler live up that protector spirit, but he helps her to fix the broken strings of her past to create a life of acceptance and love. It is a wonderful thing to see a story of mental illness that isn’t about fixing the person, but adjusting your view to their reality. Just because a person is different does not make them broken, and that is the overall message conveyed in this story. “Everyone is valuable in this world. Some of us just need the right encouragement to find that realization.” That statement showed clearly how differently John viewed the world, making him her perfect match. What made the story, was watching her family come to understand her and the way to accept her. A truly beautiful story that everyone should read as it teaches us all how to accept and embrace the differences that make a person special. If everyone could look at the world a little more like John Butler, the world would be a much better place.