She hasn’t been living. He’s looking for a way to forget it all. My life went up in flames. All I’m left with is my daughter and ashes. The simple act of breathing is so excruciating, there are days I wish I could stop altogether. So I have no business being at the party, and I definitely shouldn’t be in the arms of the handsome stranger. When his lips meet mine, he breathes life into me for the … mine, he breathes life into me for the first time since the day the inferno disintegrated my world. But loving again isn’t in the cards, and there are even greater dangers to face than trying to keep Landon McCabe out of my heart.
Running is my only option. I have to get away from Chicago and the betrayal that shattered my world. I need a new life-one without attachments. The vibrancy of New Orleans convinces me it’s possible to start over. Yet in all the excitement of a new city, it’s Storm Hawke’s dark, sad beauty that draws me in. She isn’t looking for love, and we both need a hot, sweaty release without feelings getting involved. But even the best laid plans fail, and life can leave you burned.
Love can build, and love can destroy. But in the end, love is what raises you from the ashes.
***Building Storm is the fourth and final full-length novel in The Hawke Family Series. While it is a complete story, it is NOT meant to be read as a standalone. The story of the Hawke siblings starts in Savage Collision and continues in book two, Tortured Skye, and book three, Stone Sober before reaching the plot in Building Storm. These stories all build on one another and are intertwined. They need to be read in order to fully enjoy and understand the plots and characters. ***
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Building Storm is a very emotional story. It isn’t like the rest of the series, in those books you can feel the emotion sporadically throughout, whereas in Storm’s the emotions are felt on every page.
*SPOILERS IF U HAVENT READ THE OTHERS*
Storm is dealing with death of her husband that happened in the end of Stone Sober. She is lost and heartbroken but she still has to be a mother to Angel and run her own business. Her family and friends are all there for her, that is how she meets Landon. Landon is a man who is recovering and trying to move on from a disaster that happened in his life.
Storm is a very strong and stubborn woman, what Hawke isn’t, but this is what I love most about her. Though then again I bugs me how stubborn she can be. There were times I just wanted to scream at her LOL. Landon is just the right person for Storm. He is always there for her, even throughout all the times she pushes him away.
These books really need to be read in order to fully understand the story and know what is happening.
Building Storm is Book Four of the Hawke Family Series. This is the story of Storm and Landon. You will feel every emotion possible while reading it. The name Storm suits her very well because she seems to be in constant turmoil. Landon has his own problems from his past that he is trying to get over. They meet at a party and their worlds change.
Be prepared to have your heart broken and put back together. This is a book you don’t want to miss!!
Going into this book i knew it would be an emotional read but damn. If it wasn’t for Angelina and her family who knows where she would be. Though a club wouldn’t have been my first guess lol. Then comes in Landon…le sighhhh. I think that man could make anyone say yes. I love this family and highly recommend this series.
I’ve followed this family from beginning to end. I knew Storms story would be sad, just not this sad. Landon is steamy and the perfect person to help with the hell storm has to face. Through tragedy comes love.
Building Storm, by Gwyn McNamee, is the fourth book in the Hawke Family series. This is a contemporary romance that fits well within the series, but holds its own, as well. Storm is such a strong character even though it may not appear so. I found this character to be amazing and the development and growth that occurred outstanding. The continued overlap of characters from previous novels in the series makes this story more fulfilling and deep overall. The chemistry is this book just sizzled every time Storm and Landon where together. It was magical and absolutely magnetic. The drama was perfect and added just that right amount of something more to make this story great.
5 Star
Building Storm (A Hawke Family Novel) ( The Hawke Family Book 4) by: Gwyn McNamee
Building Storm (A Hawke Family Novel) ( The Hawke Family Book 4) by Gwyn McNamee is the fourth Book in her Hawke Family Series .This series must be read in order as each book builds on one another. All I can say is Gwyn sure knows how to draw you in and keeps your attention till the end. She literally writes “knock your socks” off stories.I love the Hawke Family its definitely a series I see myself reading over and over again in the future. I’ve been patiently waiting for Storm’s story and Holy Cow was it worth the wait. Get ready for a emotional rollercoaster ride .This is Landon’s and Storms story.Both of these two know what betrayal feels like and both are in need of some healing. Find out what happens with these two. I highly recommend reading this book and the whole series if you haven’t already. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
Building Storm
A Hawke Family Novel
The Hawke Family
Book 4
By Gwyn McNamee
Story of a second chance at finding love. This story is not for those under 18, due to strong adult content.
Storm has lost her husband is a terrible fire. All she has left is their daughter and his company. As she continues to work her way through the death of her beloved husband. She must continue to run his company. Being an employee, she needed to keep up her part of the business. She attends a party with her friend. Big mistake! But was it? Was meeting Landon a mistake?
Landon has left his home and job. Fleeing to New Orleans, a little town. But away from the things that sent him running. He needs to start over, no commitments will be allowed. He now needs a job and a hot fling. Going to a party he meets Storm. Sad eyes, yet absolutely beautiful. The one he can’t get out if his mind. Should he stay or should he go? That is his dilemma.
I absolutely love Gwyn McNamee writing style. Her mind set and her books. This is book 4 in the series. You must read them in order. In order to know and follow the Hawke family. I love the characters and the roles they play. The second chance she gives to Storm is beautiful. While this is the end of this series. I looking forward to see what comes next for Gwyn McNamee.
Building Storm is the fourth instalment of the Hawke Family series. Every book in this series has brought the drama and this one is no exception. I am a huge fan of this series and the characters it has created, so to say I was excited for this read is an understatement. This book has it all: drama, sexiness, love and a huge amount of emotion. I loved this story and think it is the perfect ending to the series.
At the end of the previous book, Stone Sober, I wasn’t sure how Storm was going to cope. I was excited to read her story but also nervous, as I knew it was going to be an emotional journey. Not only was she dealing with a tragic loss, she was also coming to terms with the new, difficult, relationship she has wit her brother Stone. This was one of the things I was most excited to read about, as I really couldn’t see how she would be able to forgive him and move on. Her relationships with all of her family and central to this book and I loved seeing the whole family together, especially with the inclusion of new boy, Landon! He is exactly what Storm is trying to avoid and yet the instant connection they have is crazy. He is so intense and it completely throws her, which was so much fun to read!
Aside from all the drama with the Hawke family, which there is an abundance of, Landon brings his own problems to the table. We learn pretty early on that he has some serious issues with his dad, but we don’t learn the truth of it for quite a while. I loved how well this was drawn out, as the little hints along the way had me guessing what had happened. There is a pretty dramatic ending so I won’t ruin it for you but it is the perfect conclusion to this series. I am gutted that it’s all over!
This series took me completely by surprise. From the first huge plot twist in Savage Collision, I found myself hooked on these characters and their lives. Storm’s story really hit me in the heart and I have grown to completely love her; is she allowed to be my favourite female character? This is a must read for fans of this series. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed!
Building Storm- A Hawke Family Novel (The Hawke Family Book 4), by Gwyn McNamee.
This is the fourth book in the Hawke Family Series. I fell in love with this author and this series from the first page of the first book. I have been waiting to read Storm’s story. This book had me hooked especially when Landon came into the picture. Their pull to each other was magical. They were both emotional wrecks that needed each other to heal. I both laughed and cried while reading this book!!!
I absolutely love Gwyn’s books and can not wait for more!!!!
Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) (The Hawke Family Book 4)
By Gwyn McNamee
5 +++++++ Stars
So I have done a bit of binge reading…I had only read Savage Collision before this book was released so could not read this one till I completed the other two and now I have a bonafide Hawke Family hangover and am so so sad that I don’t have another to move on to. I love this family and all those that have come along and joined it. Each story is unique and has something different to offer but the one constant throughout is the family ties which is one of my favorite things in my books. Then of course there’s the way this author twists these stories and you just sit there not knowing what is going to happen or when it’s going to happen. This one had me lost on the impending twist, I usually have some idea of what might happen but this one threw me and for some reason I didn’t see it coming till it was obvious.
My heart was broken in two at the end of Stone Sober and it didn’t mend till quite a ways into this one. That’s one of the reasons I love this author so so much, when I read her books I just know I’m in for an emotional ride and when that ride ends it always leaves me wanting so much more. I know this can’t be it…There’s more story to tell for this family especially with characters that have appeared back and you just know there’s more drama ahead and I for one CAN NOT WAIT!!
Do not even attempt to read these books out of order…It will not work and besides this author is brilliant and you don’t want to miss a single word 🙂
Building Storm: A Hawke Family Novel by Gwyn McNamee
Five Stars
Building Storm is the fourth book in The Hawke Family series by Gwyn McNamee. This series needs to be read in order because one book follows the next. This is such a great series, you won’t want to miss any of the five star stories. That being said this is my absolute favorite book by Ms. McNamee and the best story I have read over the past year. Storm and Landon’s story is so emotional. They have both lost loved ones or been hurt by those they loved. This is truly an amazing story that you won’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book, series and author and can’t wait to see what Ms. McNamee has in store for us next.
Building Storm is tear jerking book four in the Hawke Family series by Gwyn McNamee. I knew from the blurb for this book it was going to be an emotional one. I was not wrong at all!! I am endlessly surprised by how an author can continuously produce these stories of such high quality and content, time and time again. They have my respect and appreciation for all the work that goes into each story. You can always tell the ones that leave it all on the pages for us lucky readers to witness. I am in awe of the stunning impact these stories have on me and the memories that will stay with me while I am on this earth.
Storm knows tragedy and pain, as does Landon. They have scars so deep, there is no end to them. Intensity and strange events have them drawn to each other, but for the physical connection, nothing more. I love when they think they are fooling us. They can be in denial all they like, but they will find that peace together. I will not have it any other way! The more they fight, the more inevitable it becomes. Landon is stubborn, and does not ever give up on Storm. Storm breaks my heart with what she has endured, that all I want is her to find that much deserved happiness. The emotional turmoil was relentless, but those moments of intense passion and connecting with another, was blinding in its beauty.
Building Storm is the final story in the Hawke Family series. It was agonising to read the last word of the final chapter, but an immeasurable pleasure to have been on this journey with all these complex,crafty, flawed and entertaining characters. This series is one I will read many more times. An unforgettable series. 5 stars.
Building Storm by Gwyn McNamee
Stars: 5
This is book 4 of the Hawke Family series. I have read all the other stories in this series, and this story definitely didn’t disappoint. This story was very well done. I was hooked from the first page until the very end. I really cannot wait to see what Gwyn McNamee has in store for us for future stories in this series.
In the other stories, we really didn’t get to know Storm very well. However, Storm experienced such trauma and change in such a short period of time that it would have been impossible for her to be the same. Storm is finding herself again. She stubborn, fierce, and stronger than she realizes. Now for Landon, he is extremely patient and understanding. I feel that Gwyn really wrote someone special for Storm!
Building Storm by Gwyn McNamee
4 Stars
“How do I stop the longing? How do I stop the guilt? How do I stop the pain?”
I couldn’t wait to read more about the Hawke Family. I love that previous characters are sprinkled in and I’m hoping to still get more of their story.
“I hate disorder, and my life has been anything but orderly lately. It’s been more like a tornado, whirling and spinning and sucking things and people into it, mixing them up, battering them, and then spewing them, and me, out across a wasteland it created.”
This book has so much emotion…it’s a true battle over your mind and heart. There is grief, guilt, secrets, mystery, hope, loss, friendship, family loyalty, chemistry, revenge, uncertainty and twist throughout the story.
“Grief never ends, but it changes. It is a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness nor a lack of faith: it is the price of love.”
Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) (The Hawke Family Book 4) Gwyn McNamee just blew me out of the water. I thought Stone was my favourite and now Building Storm has surpassed my expectations. Gwyn is an amazing writer and and I always know I am in safe hands when I read one of her books. This story I devoured in one sitting, even though I had to get up for work the next day I absolutely could not set it aside. I was so wrapped up in the story time was gone before I even came up for air. Gwyn knows just the right ingredients to weave together to give you an experience you will not forget. Your heart will be pumping and jumping out of your chest and your emotions running all over the place. I felt as though I was the one in the story as I felt it all. I laughed, I cried and sobbed, my sorrow and love was real, my heart broke and at times I could not breathe.It is as beautiful as it is dark, it is as wonderful as it is sad and it is raw and powerful. The complexity of the characters and their lives and the plot is a work of art.
There will be no spoilers on this review as the story speaks for itself. There are a multiple of other books I can see from some of the other characters in this series and I really, really can not wait to see where Gwyn may take us.
This is the most amazing story that no one should miss. It is brilliant.
Building Storm by Gwyn McNamee is a five star novel. This novel is the fourth installment to the Hawke Family series. First off, I was drawn to these novels because of their amazingly hot covers. I love the black and white images and how the titles have everything to do with the character the author has centered that book around. This author has a masterful way of drawing the reader into her story and making you feel like you could be a part of this family as well. There is so much drama and heat between the characters that you will find you cannot put it down. When Storm realizes she is on her own, she is next to done for. She has no idea how she is going to keep on living and raise their daughter. She also knows what it was like growing up with her mom and promises that somehow, she will figure this out so that her daughter doesn’t have to grow up with a mother who had that look about her all the time also. It might take a while, but she will find herself again. I cannot wait to continue with the fifth and final book in this series!
Building Storm by Gwyn McNamee
Five Stars
So much pain in this story. I don’t know how Storm handled it. To lose so much and yet still have to look at the sun rise. To not know peace or not or comfort. Landon is boyfriend goals. He wasn’t needy or demanding. He gave so much of himself without knowing the results. I enjoy this story so much. The author did an amazing job with the characters and the extras. We all want to feel like we have our lives together. But we also have to learn that it’s ok to ask for help.
Storm’s story pulled me in and took me on an emotional ride and I loved every delicious twist and turn along the way. Landon and Storm are perfect for each other and help each other heal from their painful pasts. After reading Building Storm I had to take a couple of days to recover, it was that good. Gwyn McNamee writing is beautiful and I highly recommend this series to everyone.
BUILDING STORM is the fourth book in the “Hawke Family Series” and I reread the series before beginning this story. Oh my gosh, they are all amazing!! I think in order to do Storm justice, you should read them in order.
From beginning to end, this epic family drama continues to add layer upon layer of amazing goodness. I have felt every feeling from joy to sadness to frustration and complete satisfaction of a story/series well written.
Twists and turns and intrigue fill the pages of this beautiful story. From beginning to end this book (and series) held my attention. I have definitely put it on my TBRA (to be read again) list.
I absolutely recommend this story, this series and this fantastic author.
Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) (Hawke Family #4) by Gwyn McNamee
5 out of 5 stars
Building Storm is the fourth book in the Hawke Family series written by Gwyn McNamee and I have to say is WOW…. This is an emotional story about two broken people that have known loss and finding love again. Ms. McNamee writing is exceptionally good, the plot sucks you in from the first page and keeps you fully engrossed until the last page. Her characters are well developed and amazing we even get to see some characters from the first three books and we see what they are up to.
Can two broken people make each other whole?
We read a little about Storm in the first few books…. Her life went up in flames when she lost the love of her life all she all she has left is her daughter and ashes. The simple act of breathing is so excruciating, there are days she couldn’t get it together. She has no business being at the party that she doesn’t want to be at, and I definitely shouldn’t be in the arms of the handsome stranger.
Landon is broken for different reasons and he needs to get away from Chicago and the betrayal that shattered his world. He needs a new life-one without attachments. The vibrancy of New Orleans convinces himself it’s possible to start over. Yet in all the excitement of a new city, its Storm Hawke’s dark, sad beauty that draws him in.
She isn’t looking for love, and they both need a hot, sweaty release without feelings getting involved. So when his lips meet hers, and he breathes life into her for the first time since the day the inferno disintegrated her world. But loving again isn’t in the cards, and there are even greater dangers to face than trying to keep Landon McCabe out of her heart.
But even the best laid plans fail, and life can leave you burned….
You will need to read this story/series to find out about what happens to this amazing couple. I can’t wait to see what Ms. McNamee has in-stored for us with her next installment of The Hawke family series.
I highly recommend this book/series.
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Tracy Manderson
@tracym