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“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
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"A sophisticated caper that weaves together corporate espionage, extreme sports, and environmental
activism into a story that feels both timely and timeless."
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The Bookish Elf
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“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
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“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
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“The cast of characters, and how their stories intersect, is delightfully satisfying and inevitable.”
- Jonathan Smith, Atmosphere Press
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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.”
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What Mansi Reads