Step into the stormy, heart-pounding world of Sharon Sala’s Forces of Nature series, where love battles both nature’s wrath and a chilling serial killer! This romantic suspense trilogy blends pulse-racing action with rekindled romance, set against the chaos of natural disasters. If you crave stories that mix danger, passion, and resilience, this series will sweep you away like a hurricane.
New York Times bestselling author Sharon Sala crafts a saga that’s as emotionally gripping as it is suspenseful. With a cunning villain dubbed the Stormchaser and FBI agents facing personal and professional storms, Forces of Nature delivers a thrilling ride that keeps readers hooked from page one.
How Forces of Nature Began
Sharon Sala, a prolific author with over 135 books across genres, launched the Forces of Nature series in 2013 with a vision to intertwine the unpredictability of natural disasters with human darkness. Inspired by her Oklahoma roots, where storms shape life, Sala created a trilogy that explores survival and second chances. Published by MIRA Books, the series reflects her knack for blending gritty suspense with heartfelt romance, earning praise for its vivid characters and relentless pacing.
The Heart of Forces of Nature
The trilogy kicks off with Going Once (2013), where FBI agent Tate Benton tracks the Stormchaser, a serial killer targeting survivors of a Louisiana flood. His investigation reunites him with ex-love Nola Landry, the sole witness to the killer’s crimes, sparking old flames amid danger. Going Twice (2014) follows agent Wade Luckett and his ex-wife Jo, also an FBI agent, as they hunt the Stormchaser after a tornado, navigating past heartbreak and new threats. Going Gone (2014) wraps the saga with agent Cameron Winger protecting his fiancée Laura Doyle from the killer’s final spree, set against a plane crash and snowy mountains.
The series weaves themes of resilience, redemption, and love’s enduring power. Sala’s settings—flood-ravaged towns, tornado-torn plains, and snowy peaks—act as vivid backdrops that mirror the characters’ inner turmoil. Her style balances gruesome suspense with tender romance, creating multidimensional stories that appeal to fans of both genres. The Stormchaser’s vendetta against the FBI agents’ loved ones adds a personal stake, making each book a race against time.
Why Forces of Nature Resonates
Forces of Nature stands out in romantic suspense for its seamless blend of high-stakes action and emotional depth. Fans on Goodreads and Amazon praise Sala’s ability to craft “vivid, gripping” tales that keep them “turning pages.” The series’ focus on second-chance romances resonates with readers who root for love to triumph over past mistakes. Its niche appeal lies in its unique premise: a serial killer exploiting nature’s chaos, a concept that feels both timely and timeless in an era of climate awareness.
Sala’s trilogy also showcases her storytelling prowess, earning her a loyal following and reinforcing her status as a “romantic suspense queen.” While not a cultural juggernaut, Forces of Nature remains a beloved gem for genre fans, its intensity and heart ensuring it lingers in readers’ minds long after the final page.
- Publication Years: 2013–2014
- Number of Books: 3
- Genre: Romantic Suspense
- Author Awards: Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award, multiple RITA finalist
Ready for a whirlwind of suspense and romance? Grab Going Once and dive into the electrifying world of Forces of Nature today!