Threatening messages from an unknown source. Shallow graves with unidentified bodies. A friend facing impending peril.Police Chief Cassidy Chambers longs for a break from the recent crimes plaguing Lantern Beach. She simply wants to enjoy her friends’ upcoming wedding, to prepare for the busy tourist season about to slam the island, and to gather all the dirt she can on the suspicious community … community that’s invaded the town.
But trouble explodes on the island, sending residents—including Cassidy—into a squall of uneasiness. Cassidy may have more than one enemy plotting her demise, and the collateral damage seems unthinkable.
As the temperature rises, so does the pressure to find answers. Someone is determined that Lantern Beach would be better off without their new police chief. And for Cassidy, one wrong move could mean certain death.
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Christy Barritt has done it again! This is another FANTASTIC, FAST PACED, FULL OF ACTION and SUSPENSE book! (With a bit of romance mixed in.) Her stories just keep getting better and better!
Life has gotten more and more complicated for Police Chief Chambers. It seems wherever she turns there is a crime. It’s as if ever since she became the chief the crime on Lantern Beach has gone crazy. Could it be this new group of people who have moved into town and who is really behind all the text messages she’s been getting?
I love the suspense, action, and intrigue Christy Barritt puts into all of her stories. This one is no different. It is so full of suspense I had no idea which person was the true bad guy. I’ve had my thoughts, but I’m still not totally sure.
Wow! It kept me on the seat of my chair and I just couldn’t put it down. I actually read it so fast that I wanted to pick up the next book right away!
I was given this book by the author which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Lantern Beach is the home of her dreams and Cassidy is ready to relax and enjoy her friend’s wedding and put her past behind her. But, the leader of Gilead’s Cove, the discovery of three buried bodies, and the hints that someone on the island knows about her secret throws her right back in the chaos of murder mysteries and danger. Does Anthony Gilead know of her previous life and if so, will it mean certain death for Cassidy if her enemies find out where she is hiding? Will she and Ty have to leave the life and friendships they have built on the island? Are the dead bodies connected to the mysterious cult that seems to be taking over their community? Cassidy plans to figure it all out, or die trying! I received copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The opinions are my own.
First Degree Murder is the third installment in the Lantern Beach PD series. Dead bodies, Cassidy and crew being shot at, and a mysterious text from someone who knows of Cassidy’s past…and that all takes place in the first few pages. Readers will be on the edge of their seats until the end. Plus more will be revealed about what is going on at the mysterious Gilead’s Cove. I would definitely recommend starting with book one in the series because of the continuing story throughout.
I was given a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
First Degree Murder by Christy Barritt starts with three complete skeletons uncovered on the beach. As the plot progresses, more and more danger encapsulates Cassidy and all her friends. Readers will learn more about Gilead Cove and keep their disgust for them on the forefront of their mind. The mystery keeps building as the story moves along. The familiar characters bring a smile to my face. I don’t know how Barritt can write such wonderful cozy mysteries and publish them every month, but I extremely grateful she does. There isn’t much wait time between stories, so readers forget what happened in the previous stories. I really enjoyed this third addition, and I can’t wait to see what troubles find Cassidy and the gang in the next installments.
This series just keeps getting better and better. First Degree Murder is the third installment in the exciting Lantern Beach P.D. series and it’s my favorite one yet!
So much is going on around town. So much is going wrong. Crime seems to be at an all time high. Three skeletons are found on the beach. Chief Cassidy Chambers is getting threatening text messages. The situation with Gilead’s Cove and their leader Anthony Gilead is ramping up. The list could go on and on. One thing’s for sure, life is never dull on Lantern Beach.
This book moved at an ever-increasing speed. I was clicking through the pages as fast as possible. I couldn’t reach the thrilling conclusion quick enough. It was another excellent mystery from Christy Barritt. I can’t wait for the next one!
We find roller coaster suspense in this latest Christy Barritt mystery.
I loved the story full of twists and turns plus the interesting cast of characters.This book is recommended for mystery lovers.
I love all of her books and especially this series! I feel as though I’ve been part of Lantern Beach.
Moriah Roberts is getting married, but is the marriage real? Husband-to-be Gilead is the leader of a cult and Lantern Beach Police Chief Cassidy Chamber is out to prove that he entertains deadly dalliances with drugs and murder.
Cassidy is determined to keep Lantern Beach a safe haven for residents. Then Gilead throws his hat into the ring for mayor and everything residents of Lantern Beach value is in danger of being stripped away.
Another thriller from author Christy Barritt.
“Things on Lantern Beach were never simple”, especially for Police Chief Cassidy Chambers. Dead bodies keep turning up; this time the skeletons appear to have been hurriedly buried in the sand on a deserted stretch of rugged shoreline. Sadly, corpses can still tell a story, and Cassidy is convinced that the deaths are related to other strange happenings in her little town; especially when the cult at Gilead’s Cove and its charismatic leader seem to hover around the edges of what can/cannot be proven. And to make matters worse, strange text messages lead her to believe that someone knows her past.
Join Cassidy, her husband Ty, and other members of their tight knit circle of friends and co-workers, as they frantically try to unravel what has transpired in their idyllic beach community, before there are more first degree murders.
Has major crime truly increased since police Chief Cassidy Chambers moved to the island or have more been discovered since the former, incompetent chief resigned? And what is the source of the turbulence–Cassidy’s former undercover work on the west coast? Her husband’s past SEAL missions or the nefarious cult’s recent invasion of the island?
Whatever the root, Cassidy and crew have much more than they can handle. This episode it is multiple bodies uncovered by the latest storm, a missing person and direct threats to Cassidy herself.
Join the action in progress and attempt to solve the side-winding clues and events. Compelling characters and shocking revelations are the reason that Lantern Beach is a Christy Barritt fan favorite. You’ll soon discover a tight-knit community within the seemingly idyllic yet isolated coastal setting.
I received a copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.
This is the latest novel based in Lantern Beach. Sheriff Cassidy Chambers has not one but three dead bodies to investigate not to mention a possible cult setting up in her community. Between that and receiving threatening mystery texts, Cassidy isn’t sure what is going to happen next! Another great suspense book from Christy Barritt – once you start reading, you will want to “visit” Lantern Beach again and again. I received a digital copy of this book from the author with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.