Review: Cold Storage

Cold Storage by Michael C. Grumley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Okay, first things first—you need to read the first book, Deep Freeze, before jumping into this one. It sets the stage and introduces many of the characters. I went back to the first book and had to crack open my Kindle to search for a few references. But if you've already read book one, buckle up because this sequel is a wild ride. Grumley has written another great thriller. Don't try to overanalyze the science or question the plausibility—sit back and enjoy the chaos.
John Reiff is back as our reluctant hero, and honestly, this guy cannot catch a break. He's basically a human lab rat with secrets that powerful people are willing to kill for, and his survival instincts are off the charts. The pacing is relentless—I'm talking pure adrenaline rush from start to finish, and I don’t read for the adrenaline. I read for plot and interesting science ‘what-ifs.’ What I love about this series is how Grumley blends sci-fi concepts with real-world thriller elements. You'll actually learn some fascinating stuff about cryonics and the whole freezing/thawing process, but it never feels like a lecture because you're too busy holding your breath through all the close calls and chase scenes.
This is pure escapism at its finest. While most loose ends get tied up, I'm secretly hoping Grumley gives us more because I'm not ready to say goodbye to this crazy world yet. Thank you to Grumley, the publisher, and Goodreads for the ARC.

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