In my review of the second book in this series, I mentioned finding it repetitive, but with this third book, I feel the author overcompensated by adding too much to the story. This book picks up right where the second one left off, following the aftermath of a massive storm and exploring its impact on both humans and marine life. While the main plot revolves around Samantha and Peter’s trip to Cuba for the Summer Reef Symposium—where things take a drastic turn, leading them into seemingly inescapable situations (avoiding spoilers here)—it added a thrilling element to the story. The sense of helplessness experienced by Samantha and Peter, combined with the efforts of Charlie, Mark, and Jerry, made for a compelling and well-rounded read.

I also appreciated how this book presents two parallel storylines—Samantha’s and Charlie’s—each contributing significantly to the main plot. Charlie, Runt, and Learner made a great team as they worked to understand and teach the wild broods, ultimately playing a crucial role in the book’s satisfying conclusion. The bond between Samantha and Peter also strengthened, and I can see where it's heading. I’m not usually a fan of romance and wouldn’t have enjoyed it if their relationship had been overly emphasized. However, the author handled it naturally, keeping it minimal and ensuring it didn't overshadow the main storyline.

Overall, this was a fantastic read—more fast-paced than the previous book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and appreciated how well the story was executed from beginning to end. I hope the next book maintains the same level of engagement and consistency.