A review by romancereadinglist
Through the Storm by Beverly Jenkins

challenging dark emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

I loved the first half of this and was sure it was going to be a 5 star read. However, the second half went a bit off the rails for me: so much happened, and there wasn’t enough time spent with the two MCs on page together. Plus, there were some big emotional moments that could have been given more attention and payoff, like
her pregnancy and the love declaration, which came as a bit of a throwaway on the last page
.

Overall though, I’m so glad I read this and would 100% recommend it. It’s well-researched, moving, and full of sexual tension and longing.