Taken by Storm

Perfect Storm, Book 1

De: Mari Carr

Narrado por: Jarman Day, Grace Noble

There’s a storm coming...and he’s not taking no for an answer.

Life has dealt Kasi one blow after another. Following her mother’s untimely death, her family implodes, leaving her alone to run the farm. Fatigue and stress have become her new best friends, every day passing in a blur of work, work, and more work. When Levi Storm, her lifelong crush, keeps her from face-planting due to exhaustion, she’s mortified…and more than a little bit turned on.

A person could set a clock by Levi’s daily routine, right down to his afternoon trip to the Mills’ farm market to buy one of Kasi’s delicious pies. He’s known Kasi her entire life, so when the beautiful young woman faints in front of him, coming to in his arms, Levi is stunned by the sudden realization that she’s meant to be his, and he’s prepared to move heaven and earth to claim her.

Kasi should at least try to shake the sexy new six foot five shadow she’s acquired, but Levi’s much-needed help around the farm, his comfort as she struggles with grief, and his breath-stealing kisses are reigniting the hope and happiness she’s lost.

Until reality crashes in again, forcing her to choose between the dominant, possessive, amazing man who makes her heart race and her family’s beloved farm.

©2025 Mari Carr Books LLC (P)2025 Mari Carr Books LLC

Great beginning to this series

I enjoyed Mari Carr's ITALIAN STALLIONS series so was excited to begin this one. It was a love at first touch (that was new to me), age gap, small town romance. Had some steamy talk that didn't quite feel real, so it took me out of the story. But after getting though the first couple instances, I was able to immerse myself into it. I loved the characters, even if I got frustrated at times. I wouldn't pause the audio and listened into the early morning hours where it ended with a beautiful HEA. I look forward to the rest of the brother's stories!

The narrators were excellent. Love there voices. They brought this audiobook to life with emotional performances that had it rolling like a movie in my head.

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Decent Story

So my pet peeve in a story is a weak, door mat fmc and I found her to be all that. But then I really thought about the story, and realized some one battling grief, depression, and burning the candle at both ends, would be that naive and co dependent. With that in mind, it all makes sense.
I think the weirdest part in this story is Levi's nickname for her, Little Bear. What is it with these weird names the men give in these stories?
I did like the solution Levi came up with at the end of the story. It was very realistic.
Over all, a decent story and I love the ability to have audio.
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Love it!

Levi and Kasi


I loved listening to the narrators tell this story.

I found it to be cute, entertaining, hot and sweet. Levi is strong, dominant, protective. Kasi is struggling but is fierce. Kasi has had a crush on Levi since she was a teenager but didn't think to pursue it as she got older because he is more than ten years older than her and she is busy and struggling to take care of her family farm after the death of her mom and she found herself alone because her dad and brother are no help. When she literally falls and Levi is there to help he sees her and decides she is his. I found this to be entertaining. Love when these two interact and how sassy Kasi is, but also feel bad for everything she is dealing with but just won't let anyone in or help. Not only do I enjoy how Levi puts his foot down when he and Kasi spar but I also enjoy when the other characters interact especially when his brothers banter with him. Then there is her best friend and how feisty she is. Also there is the creeper who is trying to not only manipulate but also deceive Kasi.

I look forward to listening/reading more from this series.

Age gap

3.5 🌟

I love a good age gap romance. This was a cute story just had me wanting to smack some sense into the FMC. She is adamant about doing things herself, not wanting to ask anyone for help, even if that means doing something else. I don't want to give spoilers, so I will leave it at that. I love the way Levi and his family automatically try and help as much as they can.

I did the audio and really enjoyed the narration.

Love At First Touch!

Kasi and Levi have known each other their whole lives. He's never looked at her as a potential partner until one touch changed it all. It might not be love at first sight but love at first touch. He's a growly, dominant, hardworking man who falls first! Kasi is dealing with the grief after suddenly losing her mother. Kasi is doing everything she can to keep her family and their farm surviving. I loved how close the family and community are. These two find love but also have a lot of obstacles to overcome to find HEA. I can't wait to see what happens next! Audio was great.

Best Kind of Storm! Terrific Story & Narration🎧

“Taken by Storm”, the first book in Mari Carr’s new “Perfect Storm” series, and what a story it is, one that captivates your attention and tugs at your heartstrings the entire time. Set in Gracemont, Virginia, home of the Storm family and the Stormy Weather Farms and the series starts off with Levi Storm’s and Kasi’s story and wow, what a story it is, one that will move you like no other. Kasi’s family farm neighbors the Storm’s and the past couple of years have not been easy for her and her family, and the burden of it all has fallen on her shoulders and she tries to do it all. Kasi has harbored a crush on Levi Storm, saved a pie for him every day at her family’s farm stand, and one day he comes in and catches her when she fainted from exhaustion, and that touch was all it took for him to know she was the one, that she was his. Kasi was proud and did not want to share her financial burdens with Levi and how dire things were. Then the slime ball mayor gets in her head and then hounds her, telling her he had the solution to all her problems, himself. I despised that guy and am hoping he gets what is coming to him and there will be a new mayor in town. Levi was amazing with Kasi, the best kind of storm and just what she needed. I loved all the layers of this story and how it all played out, with plenty of drama, angst, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. Mari Carr, thank you for another terrific story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 Jarman Day and Grace Noble did a fantastic job voicing these characters and delivering a spot on portrayal of each. Noble aced it as Kasi, grasping every aspect of her personality, from her fears and worries to her strength and determination. Day did the same as Levi and was just as fabulous with showcasing his personality and demeanor. Both were equally fantastic performing the roles of the side/secondary characters too. Their pacing and tone were right for the story and they captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling each one. These two made a great team, with voices and talent that complemented each other and a performance that takes the story to another level.