For her entire life, Lisa Garth has felt like a supporting character in the drama of life. The designation never bothered her—until now. Lantern Beach, where she’s settled and runs a popular restaurant, has boarded up for the season. The slower pace leaves her with too much time alone.Braden Dillinger came to Lantern Beach to try to heal. The former Special Forces officer returned from battle … battle with invisible scars and diminished hope. But his recovery is hampered by the fact that an unknown enemy is trying to kill him.
From the moment Lisa and Braden meet, danger ignites around them, and both are drawn into a web of intrigue that turns their lives upside down. As shadows creep in, will Lisa and Braden be able to shine a light on the peril around them? Or will the encroaching darkness turn their worst nightmares into reality?
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Shadow of Intrigue is the second book in the Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense series. If you haven’t read any of the other Lantern Beach books, that’s fine. This book stands alone great.
I think I like Lisa even more after this book. She’s sweet and super likeable. She was my favorite supporting character in the Lantern Beach Mysteries so it was great to finally get her story. She’s this quirky chef who comes up with all kinds of unique flavor combinations that just somehow work and are totally delicious. I want her to be my friend. She’s awesome.
Braden was an interesting character. He’s paranoid but has every right to be. Someone’s trying to kill him. There’s been multiple attempts on his life and with his memory acting up, he feels like he’s losing his mind and starts to wonder what’s real and what’s not. I really liked him. He’s struggling but trying so hard to overcome it all. I couldn’t help but root for him.
Shadow of Intrigue was a little slower paced than previous books but in no way does that mean it was any less great. I really enjoyed this trip back to Lantern Beach and can’t wait to visit it again soon!
In a nutshell: Wow! The suspense and God-breathed romance is enough to keep you turning page after page. I read this book in less than 48hrs. I could hardly put it down! The way the Author has written this story line with such intricate detail makes the story pop right off the pages and into reality. It really taps those heart strings knowing that Military vets have and still do go through so much so that we can walk safely in our country. They risk their lives present and future.
And personally, I love some of the recipe ideas that come from the character Lisa!
This is a great book.
3.5 stars
“People can run but they can’t hide. . . . Revenge is within reach.”
Braden Dillinger didn’t make a good first impression on Lisa Garth when he put her in a chokehold; but in his defense, those threatening text messages had put him on high alert. Someone was trying to kill the former Special Forces soldier . . . . weren’t they? . . . he was having a hard time remembering, and what he could remember was all jumbled up.
When Ty and Cassidy had asked Lisa to welcome Braden Dillinger to Lantern Beach, she never expected to have such a violent introduction. But the man had apologized repeatedly for his mistake and seemed to relish the opportunity to heal his body, mind, and spirit from an extreme brain injury there on the island. There was just something special about Braden, and Lisa couldn’t let go of her desire to know the “real” Braden, no matter how many times he confused her.
Fans of Christy Barritt’s Lantern Beach series will love shining the spotlight on Lisa, whose culinary talents had put her on the map, but whose lonely heart was starving for the right kind of attention; could she have found what was missing in her life in the form a broken and battered national hero?
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!
Shadow of Intrigue is a story of love and redemption. Of finding what’s lost and remembering what’s found to be true.
I appreciated how this author wove in this story, the struggles of one who has been through tough times serving our country. The mental health of many of our heroes is widespread, and we need to do all we can to care for them. To give them hope when they feel so lost.
In this book, Christy Barritt has a way of capturing you from the very first page to the very last. She is tremendously skilled at keeping us guessing who the bad guy was in this story!
You think it’s one person but then it’s someone else. 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!
I received this book from the author to give an honest review. All opinions are my own. I highly recommend you pick this book up!
Shadow of Intrigue is the second novel in the newest Lantern Beach series by Christy Barrritt. I have really enjoyed this new series. I loved the original Lantern Beach series and was sad to see it end. I am glad Ms. Barritt is continuing to give readers a look at the lives of the other residents of Lantern Beach. This story focuses on Lisa, the owner and chef at the Crazy Chefette and Braden, a former special forces officer and friend of Ty’s. This story is full of the nail-biting suspense and edge of your seat action that readers have come to appreciate from Christy Barritt. I should also say that as a wife of a combat Marine, I appreciated the way Ms. Barritt addressed the issue of PTSD that so many of our military men and women live with on a daily basis.
I was given a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. I can’t wait for the rest of the series!
Christy Barritt is one of my favorite authors, but this book was a dud. The characters were bland, the romance felt forced, and it felt unrealistic overall. The mystery was very simple since there was really only one suspect. It felt like the ending was too easy, since the culprit had been planning everything for months and then it all ended super quickly. Overall, quite unrealistic. I really enjoyed the first book in this series, so I hope the third one is better than this one!
This second installment of the Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense Series focuses on Lisa, Ty and Cassidy’s friend who likes to concoct crazy combinations in food and is a little bit quirky. Lisa couldn’t have imagined that she would be single at this stage of her life, but there doesn’t seem to be anyone in town that is a right fit for her. Enter Braden, a friend of Ty’s who is staying at Lantern Beach while he heals from PTSD and escapes the past. Braden believes someone is out to kill him, but then he can’t remember who or why. Lisa is attracted to Braden, but also a little afraid of his unpredictable behavior and memory lapses as she gets drawn into the danger surrounding him. Is someone out to get him, or is he just paranoid? I enjoy hearing more about the secondary characters from the Lantern Beach Series, but I have to say, I was hoping to catch up a little more with Ty and Cassidy too. Looking forward to Book #3 in this series. I received a copy of this book from the author but the opinions are my own.
Are you looking for a realistic, page-turner about PTSD/TBI veterans with a twist? Then this is the book for you. Yet again, Christy Barritt produces gritty and lovable characters trying to maneuver through life while facing obstacles the size of Goliath. Don’t count them out since Lantern Beach is known for loyal friends, even if you just met.
You will enjoy the stories of Lisa and Braden as the saga of life on this idyllic yet sinister island continues.
I received a copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.