Gone in a Flash

Women of Justice #3.5

by Lynette Eason

Connor and Samantha Wolfe are finally taking their family on a much-deserved getaway aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Unfortunately, crime doesn't take a vacation.

When a wounded man stumbles into a public bathroom, Samantha and her three-year-old son Andy rush out to find help. But when Sam returns, the man is gone--without a trace.

Now the race is on to find the missing man--and the one who shot him--before anyone else becomes a victim. Can Connor and Sam protect their family and the rest of the passengers? Or will their dream vacation become a nightmare?

Genres: Christian Fiction, Christian, Fiction, Mystery, Suspense, Romance, Romantic Suspense

78 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2012

About the author

Lynette Eason grew up in Greenville, SC. She graduated from the University of South Carolina, Columbia, and then obtained her masters in education from Converse College. Author of twenty inspirational romantic suspense books, she is also a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and Romance Writers of America (RWA). In 1996, Lynette married "the boy next door" and now she and her husband and their two children make their home in Simpsonville, South Carolina."

Series:
. Amazon Adventure
. High Stakes
. Women of Justice

Reviews

[Andrea Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous suspense eshort! Action-packed with high, personal stakes. Loved it.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A pleasant short mystery. Even though I wasn't aware it was from a series when I checked it out of the library, I didn't find the characters confusing (though there was obvious history), and I enjoyed the fast-paced murder mystery.

[Megan Blanchet · Rating 4 out of 5]

its quite short but just as trilling. i would of liked to know the back story of what the flash drive held. i do think its a little cliché that Sam was there at the right moment to see the special agent in the bathroom, and that they boarded the ship in which the bad guys were. but ig that's what makes a detective story. Poor them, even on a cruise they can never catch a break.

[Emily Boyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was expecting more from this :( the ending was so abrupt but loved the continuation of Sam and Connor’s story.

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this short "Women of Justice" ebook! It was great getting to see a little bit more of Samantha and Connor's life.

For a short book, the suspense was good. A few things seemed unrealistic to me. I wish Gone in a Flash would have been a bit longer, but overall it was a good read and I enjoyed it a lot. :)

*I received this Kindle book as a gift from a blogging friend. I chose to write a review. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*

[Candy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very short E-book. I had a little trouble trying to remember how all the characters fit together. I wish it would have been longer but it was nice to see these characters again.

[Sarita · Rating 3 out of 5]

Full of action for such a short read. Ended way too soon.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good quick read.

[Brittany Bowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short little novella. I liked the quick paced action. And it held my attention. It was fun to "go back to the beginning" so-to-speak. And see the Wolfe family a few years down the road. It's only 50ish pages long. And in the e-book version the next almost 40 pages are excerpts from other books.

My only problem with this book, is the same problem I had with the rest of the books in this series. Explain what happens that the end, please. I get that the MCs get their happy endings. And I really appreciate that and the happiness after the suspense and scary. But I also like knowing what happened and why? Why did Drake Walker try to take Jenna? What was on the flash drive? Why were two men willing to kill for it? It sounded like they were referring to at least another person. Where are they? What is their role?
This novella specifically seems like Eason was maybe setting up for another book. But this came out in 2012. So either she was, and she scrapped it. Or she wasn't and it was just following the same pattern as the other books, in not wrapping everything up.

TW: death/killing, kidnapping, attempted murder. Mostly just suspense with this one.

[Felicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really quick read for me and honestly, I enjoyed it. I feel like it kept a steady, but quick pace and it was a page turner for me. It was an interesting take on a cruise ship crime and I liked the adrenaline pumping "What will happen next" feel to it. Furthermore, I read the Women of Justice series before this so I was already attached to these characters and felt for them throughout this short story. I mean, they were just trying to have a peaceful family vacation!

Also, just wanted to mention that "That's what you get for making my son cry" is my favorite line and that entire scene MAKES this short story!

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short little novella that takes place after the events of all three Women of Justice books, and features Samantha and Connor from book one. I had forgotten how much I liked this series, and it was so nice to be back with these characters again.

For such a short story, this really packed a huge punch. The sense of urgency was there from the very beginning, and this was just non-stop action. I highly enjoyed this!

[EmbGram · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspenseful, quick read

I may never go on a cruise again! Murder, a missing body, and drug thugs on a luxury cruise ship do not make for a relaxing vacation. Cooperation among the ship's security staff, A vacationing detective, his semi-retired FBI agent, and the FBI itself leads to solving the crime. This has enough action to keep the pages turning. 😁

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice short

Quick fast reading short to end the series. I enjoyed it but would have loved to have more of the characters from the other books in here. I want to know what Jamie had and if Kit had a baby too!

[Linda Nelson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Connor and Samantha Wolfe are finally taking their family on a much-deserved getaway aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Unfortunately, crime doesn't take a vacation. Both are trained officers, who know what to do when their young son is kidnapped.
A novelette.

[Nancy Isebrand · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mystery wrapped up quickly

Short novella. Despite very bad men trying to kill kids to find their answers, they are quickly apprehended on a cruise ship. Almost too quickly if you are expecting a nicel

[Dorel · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm sorry I stopped reading this one at chapter 3 because this story didn't hold my interest.

[Crystal Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story!

[Sonya Aydell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even short, it’s still great!

Lynette Eason Just has a way with words! Even in the short novella, she provided plenty of storyline and excitement!

[Jonna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. I hope there more. Thank you!

[D · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Sam, Connor, and the kids go on a cruise vacation, crime is rampant.

[Kara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book by Lynette Easo

[Tara T Howington · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read

I love Lynette Eason. Clean, intriguing stories. Her characters are interesting and easy to follow. She portrays women as strong role models.

[Mariah H · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved the whole series and I enjoyed this book, but I would have liked if it was a bit longer.

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and ok

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Larry and I listened to it while driving - it was fast paced. Every moment one crisis was fixed another popped up. It was a short story but very intense and entertaining.

[Cheryl Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enjoyable. A quick read.

[Martha S Chandler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent short story

Excellent story. Loved the characters. Good plot. Executed well. Keep interest until the end. Will recommend the author to others

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short

This was a great short. Enjoyed Connor & Samantha again., A get-a-way isn’t always as relaxing as planned. God does use us where we’re at.

[Donna Kale · Rating 5 out of 5]

A surprise find for the end of the series!

[Lizette Vega · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good and fast paved

A quick read in two hours. Plot is a little predictable, and the 3 year old sounds a bit mature, but other than it's worth the time.