I fell in love with the character named Dez Limerick a few books ago, and my love for him has never been stronger!
The author has created a fun, full-of-life, unassuming man who happens to find trouble in the simplest of situations. Well, the truth is, trouble finds him! This new book is a great testament to this theory and a fabulous, fun read. Check out my review below and be ready to experience Dez.
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Storm Warning by James Byrne
Series: A Dez Limerick Novel, 4
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Publication date: May 26, 2026
ISBN-13: 978-1250319814
OVERVIEW:
Desmond Aloysius Limerick―’Dez’ to all who know him―is a man with a shadowy past, certain hard-to-replicate skills, and a reputation as a good man to have when the going gets tough. Dez is doing his best to enjoy his retirement, wandering the country, doing what interests him, and occasionally helping friends when they find themselves needing any of his particular skills―mundane or extraordinary. For Dez was trained as a ‘gatekeeper’ – someone who can open any door, keep it open, and control who does and does not go through.
It’s those skills that are now in demand when the State Department comes calling looking for his help. A multinational scientific research facility on the coast of Newfoundland has gone dark, the facility on full lockdown, and no one can get in or out. No one knows what is going on, but it can’t be good. And a close friend of Dez is presumed locked inside the facility along with everyone else.
Even getting to the facility is an insurmountable challenge. The weather has flights grounded, some shadowy group is doing everything they can to impede the rescue team’s progress, and hidden enemies are embedded in the rescue team. But anyone who thinks this is more than one man can face has never met Dez Limerick.
Storm Warning by James Byrne Review
It’s funny to me to fall in love with a fictional character, but I simply love reading the exploits of this guy!
The author has loaded him up with unique talents different from those of any other characters out there. Wicked strong, lady-loving, funny, and kind, Dez is someone you want to experience!
Not only does Byrne give us this special character, but his exploits are like none other. Action-packed and loaded with twists you won’t see coming, each book he writes is an experience like none other!
Storm Warning is the perfect name for this one, as it depicts so much of what is happening in the story. While the storm rages outside, one is building inside. Not knowing who to trust and relying solely on your skills when you are grossly outnumbered is a feat in itself.
While secondary characters abound, there is always a reason for them to be a part of the story. One of the strengths of Dez is to determine the weakness and take advantage of that to move forward. Overcoming massive odds is another fabulous strong point in this fast-paced action thriller.
As always, Byrne delivers a masterpiece of multi-dimensional mayhem and manipulation with amazing characters! Dez is like no other!
5 STARS!!
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