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Reviewed by Ankita Shukla for Readers' Favorite
Hardships reveal the true strength of any relationship, and for the Parkers, a Category 4 hurricane is about to put theirs to the ultimate test. In Hurrication: The Hurricane Vacation, Isla Anders drops readers into the eye of the storm as this unforgettable family battles nature—and each other—in the wildest evacuation ever. Samantha Parker prepares for every worst-case scenario, while her husband, Lukas, is convinced his spreadsheets and statistics can outsmart Mother Nature. Their teenagers, Olivia and Ethan, have priorities of their own (naturally). When Lukas proposes evacuating to Disney World, Sam is skeptical, but between his stubborn optimism and the kids’ enthusiasm, she reluctantly agrees. Packed into their overstuffed Prius, they race toward the "happiest place on Earth," only to discover Lukas booked the resort for next year. With the hurricane closing in and their plans unraveling, the Parkers must think fast or risk being swept away by more than just the storm. This delightful novel walks the perfect tightrope, painting the terrifying reality of an approaching hurricane while keeping us laughing at the Parker family’s absurdly relatable crisis management.
The author delivers a refreshingly humorous take on a disaster. The Parkers turn catastrophe into comedy at every turn. Olivia’s dramatic meltdowns could rival a Shakespearean tragedy, while Ethan surprises everyone with unexpected maturity, right before pulling a complete 180. Lukas, the eternal optimist, teaches us to find sunshine in the storm clouds (while also serving as a cautionary tale about the perils of overconfidence). And Sam? She might learn to loosen up before this wild ride is over. More than just a lighthearted romp, Hurrication by Isla Anders offers surprising depth, exploring everything from nature’s fury to human resilience, from our worst impulses to our most redeeming qualities. Beneath the laughter, there’s real wisdom here about what matters when the storm passes. For readers craving a smart, funny, and unexpectedly poignant escape, this hurricane season romp is a perfect getaway.
