Whirlwind is a standalone novel with a nice little cameo if you’ve read the Cowboys of Night Hawk series. It follows Ryker West and Finley Buckley.

Never in my life would I ever think I read a book about storm chasing, but for Kayla? I would read anything. I literally devoured this book. It was definitely a quick read, which was honestly so refreshing. From the very first page, you knew you were in for a ride! The tension between this professor and student was THICK. They both were secretly pining for each other while simultaneously growing closer throughout the school year. One stormy night, lines were crossed, and there was no going back.

Riker is a professor and professional storm chaser. He is funny, charming, and a bit rough around the edges at times but is also very sweet and thoughtful. He can be a bit stubborn, which gets him into more trouble than good, but he is a good man trying to do the right thing.

Finley is a master student and storm chaser as well as a storm photographer. She has loved storms since she was a little girl and is quite passionate about it. She is smart, kind, funny, takes no shit and is a plus-size baddie. She is the kind of woman who won’t let others make rash decisions and is so freaking headstrong.

Their chemistry was fantastic and was a nice buildup. I really enjoyed the spice in this book as it was not too much and not too little! The side characters in this book were honestly the perfect comedic relief! Joey literally had me rolling with all of the different nicknames he would give to Ryker and Finley like Tornado daddy, T-Daddy, T-Mommy, and Fin-Fin were some of my favorites.

The audio was so freaking fantastic. I thought Victoria Connolly, Grayson Owens and Robb Moreira did a phenomenal job of bringing these characters to life. The sound effects really took this book to the next level!

I seriously loved this book so much. I am keeping my fingers crossed that members of the Tempest Trackers get their own stories because I would do anything to see more about these men!

Thank you so much, Kayla Grosse, Dreamscape, and NetGalley, for the gifted copy

I love this audiobook! The duel narration was perfect and the emotions that the narrators conveyed really added to the story.

Joey was the absolute best side character! He brought such a light humor to the book that had me giggling. He was the best wingman you could imagine. I loved the professor student dynamic and how realistic the characters feelings were. Even though I usually HATE a third act breakup, it made so much sense to this story I didn’t mind it at all.

There was some spice without being overwhelming which I really appreciated. The adventure, romance, and banter was such a great aspect to this book.

Thanks to Kayla, her publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with an ALC of her latest book!

4/5 ⭐️
2.5/5 🌶️

I absolutely love me so Kayla Grosse and have this book on my radar for a minute (Do you see what I did there?) This book was just so fun! Twisters with a smutty twist! I have been a storm spotter for my state for about a decade and have always had a fascination with storms so I knew this book would be right up my alley. It doesn’t dive into the *science* but just packs action, fun characters, and some sizzling chemistry.

If you love Kayla’s books make sure to give this one a shot when it publishes. If you have yet to read anything from her, what are you waiting for?

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this book!

Wow!! I could not stop listening to this audio! It had me hooked from the very first chapter! The narrator did great! Such great writing style!

If you are a fan of the movie twister this book is for you! It made for a different twist on a forbidden student/professor love story. It was fast paced and spicy and the audio was amazing! I loved the added sound effects and the narrators read it so well. Also to note the side characters were everything and I want them to get their HEA too!

Loved, Loved, Loved this audiobook!

Storm chasers, a hot professor and age gap oh my!!!! And yes we are in Kansas!!!

This was the perfect ode to all the super fans of the movie Twister & or Twisters and throw in a hot professor with a juicy forbidden age gap troupe and you have the perfect recipe for a action packed romance book!

The duet narration was done very well and the added sound effects made this a very entertaining audiobook experience

Thank you Netgalley and dreamscape select for the free ALC. My opinions are being left voluntarily. Kayla is an absolute go to author for me. I know that if she writes it, no question will be my jam. This is for fans of twister but more on the spicy side.

My only small thing is that it was a smidge to insta-love for me would have liked a bit more tension or banter. This is definitely a me thing and may not impact your reading at all.
The special effect sounds made it a unique experience and had me looking over my shoulders at times.

Suggest picking it up if you read open door romance

4.5/5☆

Who knew surviving after getting caught chasing a storm would lead to a very sexy ditch moment. Age gap with professor/student forbidden romance. It is short but I think the way it was set up, both MCs were crushing on each other for an entire year, the insta love doesn’t feel insta lovey they just had to act on their attraction and live HEA. The audiobook was fun for me, listening to the sound effects mostly weather related.

Another brilliant romance from Kayla Grosse. I love how Kayla writes fat women being loved so wholly and unapologetically, both personally and romantically. Ryker is so gone for Finley and Finley is just badass.

Victoria Connolly's narration is stellar, as always, and the duet narration was top-tier. The sound effects are so good and it was a fully immersive audio experience. I have never loved an audiobook more!!

Dear Kayla,
Thank you for bringing my spicy Glen Powell fantasies to page. This was every "Twisters" girlies DREAM. More action/adventure than spice which was welcomed and very much entertaining, but don't sleep on the spice that it DID have. That ditch scene was EVERYTHING. Ryker, T-daddy/twister tamer is ZADDY. Salt and pepper, taboo professor-student? YES PLEASE. The way he constantly tries to do right by Finley was so adorable. The inner turmoil over what's right and wrong and what he truly wants, I cannot. Loved it. For sure though my absolute FAVORITE part of this entire book was Joey. Comedic relief but also the voice of reason? I loved him. This cast of characters were so much fun, ingested it in one sitting. The audio was SO GOOD, entertaining and so well performed. I felt like I was sitting down to listen to the newest blockbuster summer breakout. I would have loved to see more from Hawk and Joey but I am praying that Kayla hears our pleas and gives us more from this world. 4/5 stars!

I really enjoyed this and its thrilling storm chasing elements! Finley, a master’s student, and Ryker, her professor, have shared plenty of flirtation and late night office hours but have always kept things professional, until now. When Finley decides to embark on a storm chasing adventure, Ryker insists on going with her to ensure her safety. Their journey takes an unexpected turn, drawing them into each other’s arms and forcing them to confront the consequences of their actions. As they navigate their complicated dynamic, they must decide whether to follow their hearts or stick to the boundaries of their student professor relationship.

This audiobook was so good! The phenomenal narrators and immersive sound effects take the story to another level. Victoria Connolly and Grayson Owens perfectly embody Finley and Ryker, bringing their sweet dynamic to life. Robb Moreira adds so much charm as Joey, making his playful personality shine, I absolutely loved him! This is a must listen for anyone who enjoys a thrilling storm chasing adventure with some added spice.

Highly entertaining, short, sweet and spicy.

Huge thanks to NetGalley and Dreamscape Select for an early copy of the Audiobook of Whirlwind by Kayla Grosse.

Whirlwind
by Kayla Grosse
Narrated by Victoria Connolly; Grayson Owens; Robb Moreira

I received an ARC of this audiobook through Netgalley.

Whirlwind was an interesting book, but I wasn’t overly enamored with the main characters. I hope the author will write a sequel about Hawk & Joey because they are a far more likable couple.

There was rough sex in this book, which is fine, but there should have been talk about consent and safe words.

The sex talk was dirty and seemed to be at odds with every other character trait. Instead of being an asset to these characters, it made me like them less.

I enjoyed the science, the meteorology, the school setting, and have no problem with the age difference.

I don’t know, parts were great, parts were a reader turn-off.

This wasn’t really a romance book. It was more of an anti-romance if that’s even a thing.

My overall opinion: Eh, not great. But, seriously I could love a Hawk & Joey book.

3/5 stars

I have thoughts LOL.

First and foremost is this book a full novel or a novella? It is in that weird limbo place where I don't think it's long enough to be a full novel or really detailed enough to be a full novel but it was also WAY too long to be a novella?

Second, because I got the audiobook (and thank you very much) I love me some duet narration but the added sounds fr threw me off and I'll be honest unless it's a full dramatized audiobook I don't think there is much use for the added sounds.

I thought the book was just okay though not really for me, kind of an odd plot but definitely for fans of the movie "Twister"

Omg! This book was SO good!

This is absolutely amazing. I loved every character. The narration is fantastic.
Finley and Ryker were 🥵 🥵

Think the movie twisters 🌪️ but with steamy, fun , flirty vibes added.
Kayla Grosse wrote a 6 star book for us! It’s funny and flirty. Joey is the best side character EVER! I have read/listened to a few of Kayla’s other book but this one is by far my absolute favorite.

Student x professor
Storm chasing
Adventurous
Slight breeding kink
Age gap
Forbidden attraction
Grayson Owens narrated 🔥🫠
Duet narration with sound effects(storms not spicy scenes 😂)

She takes storm photos as a hobby. She has been a fan of him as the “twister tamer” for a long time. She is attracted to him but due to college rules she knows they can’t do anything. They flirt but that’s it.

He is a well known storm chaser the “twister tamer” He’s attracted to her and trying to fight it because she is his student. He keeps telling himself it’s prohibited to have a relationship with a student.

“Tell him the room will be occupied for a while. I have some making up to do” 🫠😱😉

HIGHLY RECOMMEND
⭐️=6
🌶️=3

I loved this one so much!!!! The duet audiobook was done beautifully. Story was beautifully written and I ate this book up in just one day because of how much I loved it

A tornado chaser romance? Yes please! I didn’t know I needed this in my life but I’m so glad I gave this a shot. This one follows Finely a college student who’s crushing on her professor, Ryker. They chase storms and fight their feelings for each other.

I really enjoyed these two characters, and especially the side characters too. Joey was my favorite! Lived for the little found family moments towards the end. Wouldn’t mind a Joey and Hawke book, I’d eat that up! I just love a forbidden age gap romance, nothing beats it.

The audio book was great. Loved the narrators, duet style narration. All the sound effects. Thunder, wind and sirens! Very subversive. Felt like I was there in the middle of a tornado.

I received an advance audio copy in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 ⭐ 3 🌶️ 5 🎧

This was so much fun. A little forbidden romance, a touch of suspense, a handful of spice and I loved it so much. I loved the premise; storm chasing, but make it forbidden and steamy.

I really adored Ryker, even if he needed to be smacked around (quite literally) occasionally. He was so sweet and hot and all of the things. Finley was so strong and smart, and while I can't remember how much her curves were discussed, the plus size cover rep was absolutely amazing.

The audio was fantastic. I loved Victoria Connelly, Grayson Owens and Robb Moreira to pieces and the sound effects were a fun effect. This was an amazing listen.

Now gimme Hawke and Joey pleaseandthankyou

I absolutely loved reading this ebook, but the audiobook really just brought it together! And the narrator who played Joey was literally fantastic!!

Ryder and Finley's storm chasing, whirlwind relationship book was so much fun! This was an easy read with all of the normal Kayla Grosse banter!

🌪️Age gap
🌪️Student x professor
🌪️Forced proximity
🌪️Found family
🌪️Plus size FMC

Finley has been crushing on her famous storm chaser professor for years. And now that she is in his class, she has the opportunity to really showcase her knowledge. And when Finley ends up being selected to go on a storm chasing weekend with Ryder and his team, it turns into so much more.

I loved the action, quirk, and banter between all of these characters - from the two main characters to the three side characters (Joey, Ezra, and Hawke), they all brought the laughs! Finley and Ryder get themselves in a dangerous situation, but they end up getting rough and dirty in another way in the end!

I really enjoyed this read and can't wait to see more of the side characters in the future! I am hoping that we get books for all of them!

Victoria Connolly, Grayson Owens, and Robb Moreira did an amazing job narrating this book! Victoria was great as Finley - I could feel the vulnerability in her voice. Grayson was literal perfection as Ryder - no one else could have narrated him better. And Robb, who is a new to me narrator, was SOOO good as Joey. I loved Joey's character so much,

Whirlwind - Audiobook Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kayla Grosse does it again, but this time, Grayson Owens, Victoria Connolly, and Rob Moreira take this stormy, tension-filled romance to another level with their phenomenal narration. "Whirlwind" is the perfect mix of forbidden romance, high-stakes adrenaline, and sizzling chemistry, and the duet-style narration with added sound effects makes it feel like you’re right there, chasing tornadoes with Finley and Ryker.

-First things first—Grayson Owens.
He’s an instant listen for me, and his portrayal of Tornado Daddy Ryker is everything I could have hoped for. He brings out the rugged charm, the authority, the struggle, and—of course—the smolder.
-Victoria Connolly as Finley is equally fantastic. She captures Finley’s intelligence, wit, and quiet yearning so well that I felt every emotion right along with her.
-And Rob Moreira? He absolutely nails Joey, adding depth and humor exactly where it’s needed.

What makes this audiobook next level?
🔹 Duet-style narration – Always a win, especially with a dynamic story like this.
🔹Full production with sound effects – Thunder, wind, and yes—siren/alert sounds. It all adds to the immersion without being overwhelming.
🔹Sharp banter & perfect comedic timing – The humor lands flawlessly thanks to the stellar voice work.
🔹Spice that sizzles – The tension and buildup translate so well in audio.

I already devoured the ebook, but listening to the audiobook felt like experiencing it for the first time all over again. The performances were so rich and engaging that it felt like a rom-com was playing out in real time. If you’re an audiobook lover, this is the way TO GO!! Huge thanks to Kayla Grosse, Greyson Owens, Victoria Connolly, and Rob Moreira, NetGalley, and Dreamscape Select | Fat Babe Publishing, INC for this absolute gem!🎧🔥