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Bad news: Moro's project is cancelled.

Determined to get his prototypes back, he enlists the help of a professional hurricane surfer, an Alaskan oil worker, and a French salt farmer. But he's no criminal mastermind, and they soon find themselves caught between a growing hurricane and a surprise algae field.

Will Moro succeed? Will they beat the hurricane surfing world record? And how exactly does one farm salt?

It's a hopeful climate heist—a solarpunk blend of Ocean's Eleven, The Martian and Michael Crichton.

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Reviews

  • “The dialogue crackles with wit and urgency throughout. The result is a highly addictive tale that can be completed on a coast-to-coast flight. For those who are hungry for hope, action, and innovation in the face of climate catastrophe, Medema’s debut is a gust of fresh air.”

    - Bella Wright, BestThrillers.com

  • "A sophisticated caper that weaves together corporate espionage, extreme sports, and environmental activism into a story that feels both timely and timeless."

    - The Bookish Elf

  • “I was fascinated by Moro's passion and stubborn determination. I recommend it to readers who love fast-paced adventure with themes of science, high-sea sagas, and saving the world.”

    - Mary Clake, ReadersFavorite.com, 5 stars

  • “The climate science and technologies embedded into this near-future world, as well as the resilience and teamwork of the characters, inspire hope. This novel builds a world I could imagine—and would want to live in!”

    - Jade Cooper, Climatebase Fellow

  • “The cast of characters, and how their stories intersect, is delightfully satisfying and inevitable.”

    - Jonathan Smith, Atmosphere Press

  • “An electrifying fusion of climate fiction, corporate espionage, and high-octane adventure. Anchored by a compelling protagonist and driven by real-world urgency, the novel manages to be both a fast-paced thriller and a timely commentary on innovation, sustainability, and sacrifice.”

    - Charnjit Gill, Author of Pray Tell

  • “An exciting tale of a high-stakes sport and technology. Written from multiple perspectives, fans will be sure to find a character that speaks to them and plunges them into the world of high-tech international intrigue. The pages will keep turning all the way to the thrilling conclusion!”

    - Kevin Rowlett, Author of Project Outrigger

  • “This book is bonkers in the best way. It's like if a science nerd, a surfer, and an eco-activist all walked into a bar and decided to steal a battery prototype during a hurricane. Sounds insane? IT IS. And I loved every second of it.”

    - Sneha's Bookshelf

  • “Reading a debut novel like Todd Medema’s How to Surf a Hurricane offers a bit of an extra thrill. It’s probably how people felt back in 2009 seeing Lin-Manuel Miranda’s rap about Alexander Hamilton, which eventually flowered into the musical Hamilton. The energy is there.”

    - Vicki Weisfeld Crime Fiction Lover

  • “Chaotic, clever, and surprisingly heartfelt. The story races from tense boardrooms to roaring waves, balancing action with laugh-out-loud moments and “wait, what?!” twists.”

    - What Mansi Reads

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