Storm Blown

Storm Blown
Author: Nick Courage
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2019-07-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0525645969

"Beautiful, vivid writing and a power-packed plot . . . I truly loved it."--Lauren Tarshis, bestselling author of the I SURVIVED series "Awesome. Super-intense, suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat stuff."--Max Brallier, New York Times bestselling author of the LAST KIDS ON EARTH series A major hurricane is raging across the southern United States, and two unsuspecting kids are about to have the adventure of a lifetime! Perfect for kids who love high-stakes plots and natural disaster movies, and anyone interested in extreme weather! And coming in January 2022, don't miss another epic adventure, SNOW STRUCK. A little rain and wind don't worry Alejo--they're just part of life at the beach. As his padrino says, as long as there are birds in the waves, it's safe. When people start evacuating, though, Alejo realizes things might be worse than he thought. And they are. A hurricane is headed straight for Puerto Rico. Emily's brother, Elliot, has been really sick. He can't go outside their New Orleans home, so Emily decides to have an adventure for him. She's on a secret mission to the tiny island Elliot loves. She's not expecting to meet up with an injured goose or a shy turtle. And nothing has prepared her for Megastorm Valerie. Soon Alejo and Emily will be in Valerie's deadly path. Who will survive?

Snow Struck

Snow Struck
Author: Nick Courage
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-02-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593303490

An historic blizzard is raging across the eastern seaboard, and three unsuspecting kids are about to find themselves smack in the middle of it! Perfect for fans of the I SURVIVED series who are looking for a high-stakes adventure! Neither Elizabeth norher little brother, Matty, have ever been north of Georgia. They’re used to sandals and shorts, not boots and parkas. So when they fly to New York City to spend the holidayswith their cousin Ashley, they want to experience one thing: SNOW! Ashley can’t wait to show her cousins how magical Manhattan is at Christmastime. But instead of a week of fun, what they get is an arctic blast that knocks out the power and plunges the skyscrapers into darkness. It’s unreal: the blizzard covers the Statue of Liberty in ice and topples the famous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center! When Ashley’s dog, Fang, gets lost outside, the cousins take matters into their own hands. . . and are caught in the storm’s dangerous path as they chase Fang across the frozen city. Can the little Pomeranian survive the cold, snow, and ice blanketing Manhattan? Can they?

Thomas and the Terrible Storm

Thomas and the Terrible Storm
Author: Wilbert V. Awdry
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Toy and movable books
ISBN: 9780375811104

A terrible storm has left Henry trapped in a tunnel! Thomas rushes to the rescue, but the storm has blown some obstacles in his path. Kids can drive the attached movable Thomas play piece along the shaped pages of this interactive board book, and see how Thomas uses his wits to clear the tracks and free his timid friend.

Blown Away

Blown Away
Author: Sharon Sala
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2012-11-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1460308344

Writer Cari North thought she knew all about plot twists--until she stumbled across her ex-fiancé, Lance Morgan, digging a grave in the Louisiana woods. After a horrifying moment of shared recognition, Cari knew her life hinged upon whether she could outrun Lance and the tornado barreling down on them. Just when she thinks she's lost Lance and heads home, the storm throws in another twist that will change her fate--forever. Cari's house, her family--her entire life--have been wiped out. Badly injured and knowing Lance will come after her, she trades clothing and ID with the near-identical cousin who'd been visiting and flees to Baton Rouge. While the world mourns Cari North, she begins an agonizing recovery as Susan--until Susan's boss calls her bluff and finds himself drawn into her incredible tale. Hunted by a man she once loved, sheltered by a man she hardly knows, Cari chooses to become the bait...and plots the twist of a lifetime to catch a killer.

The Lost Boys of Montauk

The Lost Boys of Montauk
Author: Amanda M. Fairbanks
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2022-05-17
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1982103248

"[A] riveting account of a fishing boat and its four young crewman lost at sea in 1984 off the coast of Montauk in eastern Long Island--a "fishing town with a drinking problem," as the locals have it--and the stunning repercussions of that loss for the families and friends of the four missing men and, indeed, the entire storied summer community of the Hamptons"--

The Tin Roof Blowdown

The Tin Roof Blowdown
Author: James Lee Burke
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2008-06-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1416548505

Follows the adventures of detective Dave Robicheaux, who struggles with alcoholism and rage while fighting to protect lives in Katrina-devastated New Orleans.

Storm Dog

Storm Dog
Author: L. M. Elliott
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 169
Release: 2020-08-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062430025

For those who have ever felt out of place, this affirming and heartwarming book tells a powerful story of the American South, the love of a dog, and the power of music. Perfect for fans of Maxi's Secrets and How to Steal a Dog, and for anyone who's ever loved a dog. Whip-smart Ariel doesn’t fit in. Only in the winds of the Blue Ridge Mountains and spring storms that mirror the unhappiness she feels at home. Her brother understands her, but he’s in Afghanistan. Her father hasn't been the same since George deployed. Her mother focuses on Ariel’s gorgeous sister. When Gloria is selected to be an Apple Blossom Parade princess, Ariel feels even more the outsider and takes to the hills. There, during a raging storm, Ariel finds a lost dog who leads her to the safety of a cabin and Sergeant Josie, a former Army K-9 handler. Together—with music, dog-dancing, and a storm-child-crazy plan—the three outcasts find themselves. In this whimsical tale of self-discovery, L. M. Elliott captures the flavor of Virginia’s hunt country and Appalachia, while exploring definitions of beauty and belonging. Storm Dog will make readers proud to dance to their own rhythms.

The Storm and the Tide

The Storm and the Tide
Author: Lars Anderson
Publisher: Time Home Entertainment
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2014-08-19
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1618939580

Tragedy, Hope, and Triumph in Tuscaloosa