The thrilling conclusion to the Lantern Beach Blackout series is here!A FORMER SEAL UNDER SCRUTINYBenjamin James knows there’s a traitor within his former command. The rest of his team might even think it’s him. As danger closes in, he must clear himself and stop a deadly plot by a dangerous terrorist group.A WOMAN CAUGHT IN THE CROSSFIREAll CJ Compton wanted was a new start after her career … Compton wanted was a new start after her career ended under suspicion. Working as the house manager for private security group Blackout seems perfect. But there’s more trouble here than what she left behind.
A BATTLE TO THE END
As the tide rushes in, the stakes continue to rise. If the Blackout team fails, it’s not just Lantern Beach at stake—it’s the whole country. Can Benjamin and CJ overcome their differences and work together to find the truth?
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This was a great conclusion to the Blackout Series! This book had action and a lot of suspense. There were a couple twists thrown in there, also. I loved all the characters in the Blackout series. This is one of those books that stays with you even when you close the page.
I highly recommend this book if you enjoy good, clean, suspenseful books. Christy Barritt is one of my favorites!
I received this book from the author for my honest opinion.
This is the last book in the Blackout series and boy, does it kick a punch! The guys start to wonder whom they can trust. Who really is the bad guy? Is there someone on their team who’s a traitor? What’s causing all the trouble in town and will they be able to weather the storm?
As the storm starts to rise, they all need to find out just what is going on and try to fix it before the whole town is in danger. However, there’s an undertow of threat from their previous mission that killed their team leader. The mystery is still out there and they are still not sure what really is happening. Can they finally get the answers they need or will they all face imprisonment for lies that are being spread?
Christy Barritt is an author who knows how to keep you reading and reading and reading until you’ve realized you’re done and onto the next book. The interesting thing about this series is that I actually got them all a while back and just now reading them. The fun part is now I’m able to read them all one after another and it’s great to keep the story flow going.
This author’s books never go like I think. I often think I’ve figured it out and then BAM something comes up that I never saw coming. WOW!
This story has so much packed into it, it was hard to breathe sometimes. My heart was pounding and my mind was going fast trying to figure out how it was all going to end.
If you LOVE mystery, suspense, and action, you will love this book!
This story will keep you on the edge of your seat until you finish it. Be prepared to not put it down, even to eat or sleep! Now don’t get me wrong, I LOVE THESE BOOKS! If you like twists and turns, “who done it” stories, then you need to buy this book!
I was given this book by the author which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Very good! But all of Christy Barritt’s books are good!
Wow…from start to finish this was an action packed novel! Rising Tide picks up with the last member of the Blackout crew, Benjamin. He’s the outsider and his team has a hard time trusting him. But he’s also the brains and discovers a shocking piece of information that might fracture the group entirely. He, along with plucky CJ, have to protect Lantern Beach and its inhabitants from a vengeful force and figure out who the inside man is. This book was a worthy conclusion to the series and probably the best mystery in the whole series. I usually pick up on the perpetrator before the reveal, but this one had me stymied!
What a fantastic conclusion to this thrilling series! Loose ends are tied up, lingering questions are answered, and a jaw-dropping surprise make this an absolute must read. There’s so much danger swirling around the island and lots of threats on multiple fronts. Suspicions and accusations fly, making for some tense moments between the team. I wondered how on earth everything would work out in the end. I won’t say much else because I don’t want to spoil any of the twists. I’ll just end by saying that if you’re a fan of romantic suspense, this series is a must read. I loved every second of it.
I loved this book and the entire series. She is one of my new favorite authors. Love reading books that don’t have bad language and sex scenes. Great clean book.
3.5 stars
“Just when I think it can’t get worse, it does.”
With a category two hurricane heading straight towards Lantern Beach, time is of the essence. If only that was the island’s only problem; the electricity is down and Blackout team members are certain that a terrorist plot is well underway. Then there’s the matter of Benjamin and CJ, more than one kind of spark is flying between those two . . . . will they get burned . . . . or will they find a way to unite?
Some carefully guarded secrets are going to see the light of day in this exciting conclusion to Christy Barritt’s “Lantern Beach Blackout”series.
I am very confused after reading this book in the series and it’s something I didn’t read about in other reviews which confuses me more. Early in the series we first hear Daniel is really and truly dead in the FBI safe house and this is after the guys lost him in battle and now here we have him once again raised from the dead. I liked finding out the story behind Benjamin and all that is revealed but it fell flat since the entire time I was thinking back and trying to figure out if I missed or imagined things but I clearly remember that being the reason Colton couldn’t be with his lady and here they are together. I think I am good on this author. The reason I kept reading her books was because of there being no sex and pretty good action. The things that bothered me were few enough that I could enjoy her stories but not following your own character plots in the same series is a big no for me.
Benjamin has long known that some of the Blackout Team (ex-SEALS) on Lantern Beach do not quite trust him, and he doesn’t quite trust house manager CJ. After all, they know there is a mole in the government, one that likely cost them the death of their leader, Daniel. Is it Benjamin? Is it CJ? One of the other team members? With important guests coming to the island, a hurricane headed their direction, a far reaching black-out, deadly drones, and mysterious dealings at the hotel site, no one knows who they can trust trust. Then a surprising figure appears that throws everyone for a loop, and could have a major impact on several team members. Benjamin and CJ try to figure out who to trust, whether their eyes are deceiving them, and who the mole could be — all the while trying to stay alive! You don’t want to miss this exciting conclusion to the Lantern Beach Blackout Series. I received a copy of this novel for free. The opinions are my own.
Rising Tide by Christy Barritt is the astounding conclusion to the Lantern Beach Blackout series. This entire series is inspirational, clean romantic suspense and I highly recommend all of the books. While you could definitely read then out of order, why would you? Ms Barritt is skilled at weaving a larger story throughout her series’s and reading them in order only highlights the story even more. Benjamin’s story always intrigued me and it was the perfect way to end the series. I honestly loved the way it ended, including a surprise I ever saw coming. I loved the book and entire series so much! I received a digital copy of this book from the author with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.
What an intense finale!! Loved CJ and Benjamin’s story!! Can’t say too much for fear of giving too much away, but definitely was blown away by an unexpected character that shows up.
Although this can be read as a standalone, do yourself a favor and read the entire Lantern Beach series because this novel includes visits and updates from all the characters from Lantern Beach we as readers have grown to love.
I was given a copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review.
My advice is to not start reading this book unless you have the time to keep reading to the very end. From the first few pages it is intriguing and nearly impossible to put down. If you have read the other books in this series, you’ll be pleased to see this one starts right where the previous one ended.
The terrorist group, the Savages, is still causing havoc on Lantern Beach and Benjamin and C.J. manage to get caught right in the midst of their dangerous schemes. All the power in that section of the nation, to include Lantern Beach goes out unexpectedly causing a mass exodus of all the visitors on the island. The power outage continues for several days without discovering the reason or a way to fix it. At the same time, a hurricane is predicted to make land-fall on Lantern Beach any time. Among the chaos, the Savages are plotting more evil directed to the Blackout team. This book is a bit scary, as well as touches your heart as they all come together to make sacrifices to help one another. There are definitely a few surprises along the way that you’ll have to read about yourself.
I had a BETA copy of this book, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion. What a great conclusion to this series! Christy has another wonderful suspense filled book. I enjoyed the twists and turns in the book, and the interactions between characters. The book certainly keeps you turning pages to see what happens next.
Former SEAL Benjamin is the newest and youngest member of Blackout Security. CJ Compton acts as the House Manager for Hope House. She’s former Navy and former bounty hunter and Benjamin’s nemesis.
With multiple crises on the island and danger from an international gang bent on destroying the team, locating a betrayer is top priority. The attackers ramp intensity and frequency as all are targeted. The only breather you’ll have in this edition is the first page.
With the team set up for criminal charges, they turn on each other. Will the true perpetrator be revealed or is this the finale for Blackout?
Readers of intense suspense will enjoy this one.
I received a complimentary copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.
I enjoyed this book! The Blackout team is a wonderful bunch of people and Christy Barritt has an amazing way of bringing their personalities to life. There is plenty of action in this book to keep the reader wanting to turn the pages and not stop till finished with the story. I am looking forward to the next book in this series!
This last story in the series keeps you engaged and jumping into the fray.
Secrets abound around Blackout—a former team of navy SEALS now located on Lantern Beach. They are ready to tie loose ends and to find answers to the mystery behind the death of their leader—Daniel.
Is there a mole in the government? If so, who is it?
Is BenjaminJames—one of their team members— the mole? Is it CJ Compton since she was less than forthcoming in divulging all the truth? Can the answers be found before the hurricane hits and certainly before the Savages wage war on the United States?
This on-the-edge story keeps you engaged and ready to jump into the action, which seems nearly nonstop. Danger and secrets abound—Lantern Beach seems to attract them. The Blackout team has to deal with past trauma and present threats, but maybe the truth will finally come out. If there is someone in the government or military working with the terrorists, they must be stopped. Join Benjamin James and CJ Compton as they work to stop the plot and save their own reputations. I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my own.
Rising Tide is a great blend of mystery, suspense and the power of nature. I love the former military characters and the way Christy Barritt builds the mystery and suspense as the hurricane “builds” in the story. Great example of friendship and love and how true friends always “have your back” whether they are military or not!. If you like suspense or have read any of the Lantern Beach books, you will want to read this one!! I received an advance copy from the author but all opinions are my own.
This book is the last one in the series, but can stand alone by itself without having to read the others in the series first. If you are looking for mystery/suspense story that you can settle into a cozy chair with a cup of coffee for hours (until you finish!), look no further than this book! It is an excellent end to this four-book series, and I highly recommend not only this book but all of her book series!
I voluntarily received a complimentary copy from the author. All opinions and thoughts are my own.