Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. Did you enjoy Curto’s use of the rivals-to-lovers trope at the heart of the story? How did it compare to other popular romances that incorporate this trope, such as Sally Thorne’s The Hating Game (2016) or Ann Liang’s I Hope This Doesn’t Find You (2024)?

2. The novel blends a high-stakes, life-or-death profession with a romantic-comedy structure. How well do you think it balanced these different tones, from the lighthearted banter to the terror of being caught in a hurricane?

3. What single element of the novel will stick with you the most? Why did it resonate with you?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. In what ways did Quincy’s deep passion for her work or Sebastian’s feelings of burnout with his high-profile job resonate with your own experiences with career ambition and fulfillment? Which character’s experiences were more relatable to your own?

2. The story suggests that a shared intellectual passion is the strongest foundation for a relationship. Have you ever experienced a romantic connection that began from a shared profession passion?

3. Quincy and Sebastian are surrounded by a supportive friend group. Is there a time in your own life when a supportive community of friends have seen you through an important life transition?

4. Sebastian and Quincy’s relationship begins as an intense, antagonistic rivalry. How does their journey from rivals to partners reflect on the nature of ambition and connection in a professional setting?

5. Both Quincy and Sebastian face moments, like the NWS interview or surviving the hurricane, that redefine their priorities. Have you ever had an experience that clarified what was most important to you?

Examine the book’s relevance to societal issues, historical events, or cultural themes.

1. The novel portrays The Professional Burden on Women in STEM fields. In what ways does Quincy’s experiences with condescension and her fight for respect reflect contemporary conversations around gender-based discrimination and representation in the workplace?

2. What impact did it have on your reading experience to know that the fictional Hurricane Georgianna was based on real, destructive storms like Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Charley? Did this connection to actual events change how you felt about the story?

3. How does the book explore the modern-day reality of being a public figure on social media? What did you think of the way The Rainy Day Show’s comment section is used to show both the positive community and the toxic criticism that Quincy faces?

Dive into the book’s structure, characters, themes, and symbolism.

1. What role does the recurring “Truth or Dare” game play in Quincy’s and Sebastian’s character development? 

2. How did the shift between Quincy’s and Sebastian’s first-person perspectives affect your understanding of their rivalry and evolving feelings? Did seeing both sides change your opinion of either character?

3. The Rainy Day Show represents Quincy’s hard-won independence. How does its meaning evolve as Sebastian becomes more involved in her professional and personal life?

4. The duality of nature’s power is a central theme in the narrative. How does Curto’s thematic exploration compare to other books that depict the natural world as a powerful force, such as Emiliana Zapata’s All Rhodes Lead to Here (2021) or Carley Fortune’s Our Perfect Storm (2026)?

5. What deeper meanings about Quincy and Sebastian’s relationship does small, everyday objects, such as ketchup packets, stuffed animals, and sticky notes, hold?

Encourage imaginative and creative connections to the book.

1. If you were tasked with creating a spin-off novel, which supporting character’s story would you choose to tell? What kind of challenges or adventures would you want to see for Harlow, Mia, or Cooper?

2. Picture yourself as a casting director for a film adaptation of In Stormy Weather. Who would you cast as Quincy and Sebastian, and what makes them the perfect fit for these roles?

3. Sebastian’s successful YouTube series focuses on the human impact of weather. If you were producing an episode, what kind of story would you choose to tell, and how would you approach it to capture the theme of finding hope in moments of despair?