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Heir of Storms
by Lauryn Hamilton Murray
As a storm chaser, I’m no stranger to the awe and wonder that accompany the clash of sky and earth. So when I cracked open Heir of Storms and met Blaze—a fierce, storm-weaving heroine—I knew I was in for something special. Lauryn Hamilton Murray doesn’t just tell a story. She summons it like a thunderhead rising on the plains full of beauty, fury, and unrelenting momentum.
From the very first page, the prose grips you like the inflow into a supercell. The writing is lyrical and evocative, each sentence crackling with emotion and tension much like the way Blaze’s powers are bound to her deepest feelings. It’s a bold and brilliant choice to link magic to emotion, especially when those emotions are not just felt but embraced. As Blaze’s grandmother wisely said, “You must embrace it all. Don’t bury your emotions. Don’t hide from your heart. To feel is to be alive.”
The pacing of Heir of Storms is fast enough to keep the adrenaline high, but with moments of calm that allow the emotional weight to settle like heavy rain. Even when a few plot turns were visible on the radar, I couldn’t stop turning the pages. There’s something about the rhythm of this story that feels like chasing a tornado. You may have a sense of where it’s going, but you still hold your breath every second of the way.
Blaze is the eye of this storm. She is resilient, relatable, and raw. Her journey of empowerment isn’t just about learning to control her rain singing powers; it’s a pathway to choose strength and to claim her destiny.
Her bond with her little brother Renly was one of the most tender aspects of the book. A grounding force amid the chaos, and a poignant reminder of how loss and grief can forge unbreakable ties.
The quote “you have found a way to turn pain into power” sums up Blaze’s arc so powerfully. She doesn’t just survive, she transforms. And when her fury finally ignites—particularly toward the loathsome Ember—I could feel her cold rage burn through the pages. I’ve never hated a character quite as much, and I mean that as the highest compliment to Murray’s writing.
And then there’s Fox. Oh, the banter. The tension. The slow-burn intensity. The way their dynamic builds is like a pressure system just waiting to break. I can’t wait to see their connection deepen. There’s still so much left simmering beneath the surface.
The magic system is another standout. It’s original and compelling. The three Eyes gave me Deathly Hallows vibes in the best way, but the world of the Etheri is entirely its own map with more lands and secrets I can’t wait to explore.
In short, Heir of Storms is a debut as percussive as a positive lightning strike. It’s a story about claiming your power, choosing your path and letting yourself feel. And I’ll be chasing this series into the horizon. Book two can’t come soon enough.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Roaring Book Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
From the very first page, the prose grips you like the inflow into a supercell. The writing is lyrical and evocative, each sentence crackling with emotion and tension much like the way Blaze’s powers are bound to her deepest feelings. It’s a bold and brilliant choice to link magic to emotion, especially when those emotions are not just felt but embraced. As Blaze’s grandmother wisely said, “You must embrace it all. Don’t bury your emotions. Don’t hide from your heart. To feel is to be alive.”
The pacing of Heir of Storms is fast enough to keep the adrenaline high, but with moments of calm that allow the emotional weight to settle like heavy rain. Even when a few plot turns were visible on the radar, I couldn’t stop turning the pages. There’s something about the rhythm of this story that feels like chasing a tornado. You may have a sense of where it’s going, but you still hold your breath every second of the way.
Blaze is the eye of this storm. She is resilient, relatable, and raw. Her journey of empowerment isn’t just about learning to control her rain singing powers; it’s a pathway to choose strength and to claim her destiny.
Her bond with her little brother Renly was one of the most tender aspects of the book. A grounding force amid the chaos, and a poignant reminder of how loss and grief can forge unbreakable ties.
The quote “you have found a way to turn pain into power” sums up Blaze’s arc so powerfully. She doesn’t just survive, she transforms. And when her fury finally ignites—particularly toward the loathsome Ember—I could feel her cold rage burn through the pages. I’ve never hated a character quite as much, and I mean that as the highest compliment to Murray’s writing.
And then there’s Fox. Oh, the banter. The tension. The slow-burn intensity. The way their dynamic builds is like a pressure system just waiting to break. I can’t wait to see their connection deepen. There’s still so much left simmering beneath the surface.
The magic system is another standout. It’s original and compelling. The three Eyes gave me Deathly Hallows vibes in the best way, but the world of the Etheri is entirely its own map with more lands and secrets I can’t wait to explore.
In short, Heir of Storms is a debut as percussive as a positive lightning strike. It’s a story about claiming your power, choosing your path and letting yourself feel. And I’ll be chasing this series into the horizon. Book two can’t come soon enough.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Roaring Book Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!