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Some secrets refuse to stay buried . . .
Olive Sterling thought time off from her job would finally give her the chance to uncover the truth about her family’s unsolved murders. The man she believes holds the answers is none other than the father of Jason Stewart—her former boyfriend and current colleague. But when that man turns up wounded and then vanishes, Olive has no choice but to bring Jason into the hunt.
When Jason discovers Olive went behind his back to investigate his father, the betrayal cuts deep, threatening the fragile trust between them. Yet with his father missing, Jason can’t stay on the sidelines.
Together, Olive and Jason search for the truth, following the evidence back to Oasis, Texas—the town where their story first began. But every answer uncovers more questions, and each step pulls them deeper into danger.
Secrets from past and present collide. Can Olive and Jason unravel the mystery before the peril surrounding the truth consumes them both? Or will the answers they seek destroy them forever?
Olive Sterling thought time off from her job would finally give her the chance to uncover the truth about her family’s unsolved murders. The man she believes holds the answers is none other than the father of Jason Stewart—her former boyfriend and current colleague. But when that man turns up wounded and then vanishes, Olive has no choice but to bring Jason into the hunt.
When Jason discovers Olive went behind his back to investigate his father, the betrayal cuts deep, threatening the fragile trust between them. Yet with his father missing, Jason can’t stay on the sidelines.
Together, Olive and Jason search for the truth, following the evidence back to Oasis, Texas—the town where their story first began. But every answer uncovers more questions, and each step pulls them deeper into danger.
Secrets from past and present collide. Can Olive and Jason unravel the mystery before the peril surrounding the truth consumes them both? Or will the answers they seek destroy them forever?
303 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 28, 2025
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Christy Barritt
320 books1,638 followersChristy Barritt is an author, freelance writer and speaker who lives in Virginia. She’s married to her Prince Charming, a man who thinks she’s hilarious—but only when she’s not trying to be. Christy’s a self-proclaimed klutz, an avid music lover who’s known for spontaneously bursting into song, and a road trip aficionado. She’s only won one contest in her life—and her prize was kissing a pig (okay, okay… actually she did win the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Suspense and Mystery also). Her current claim to fame is showing off her mother, who looks just like former First Lady Barbara Bush
When she’s not working or spending time with her family, she enjoys singing, playing the guitar, and exploring small, unsuspecting towns where people have no idea how accident prone she is.
When she’s not working or spending time with her family, she enjoys singing, playing the guitar, and exploring small, unsuspecting towns where people have no idea how accident prone she is.
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October 6, 2025
Enigma sucked my attention from start to finish as Olive hopes to find answers to her family members' deaths. Instead she finds herself in a crime scene. As she and Jason investigate this case involving his father amidst breaking Jason's trust, they unravel more than they suspected and have to be careful who they can trust. This case leads them back to Texas, where it all started with Olive's family members' deaths. Enigma has plenty of action, twists and turns, secrets, surprises, and a satisfying conclusion to this series.
October 5, 2025
"Sometimes the most beautiful things require hiding the messy parts."
Olive Sterling's entire life had revolved around hiding the messy parts, she was just coming to realize how many parts there actually were. Putting her skills as a private investigator to the test, she creates some distance between herself and her team in order to resolve some nagging questions surrounding the deaths of her entire family. Travelling to interview a man who might provide critical information, she finds herself in the middle of a crime scene, and having to contact the one person with the ability to break her heart, Jason Stewart. She had gone behind his back, broken his trust, and now they desperately needed each other. Exactly how was that going to work out? It started by going back to where it all began, a little town in Texas.
As tightly coiled as a rattler and just as deadly, this plot unlayers as it unravels, revealing all of the ugliness in Olive's past for what it was, before opening the door to a new beginning that felt an awful lot like hope.
Fabulous series closer!
Olive Sterling's entire life had revolved around hiding the messy parts, she was just coming to realize how many parts there actually were. Putting her skills as a private investigator to the test, she creates some distance between herself and her team in order to resolve some nagging questions surrounding the deaths of her entire family. Travelling to interview a man who might provide critical information, she finds herself in the middle of a crime scene, and having to contact the one person with the ability to break her heart, Jason Stewart. She had gone behind his back, broken his trust, and now they desperately needed each other. Exactly how was that going to work out? It started by going back to where it all began, a little town in Texas.
As tightly coiled as a rattler and just as deadly, this plot unlayers as it unravels, revealing all of the ugliness in Olive's past for what it was, before opening the door to a new beginning that felt an awful lot like hope.
Fabulous series closer!
October 12, 2025
Exciting
Olive Sterling is still looking for answers 8 years after her whole family was murdered. A sleep-over was the only thing that spared her from being the fifth victim. She is closer than ever to finding answers and hoping that those answers don't drive away Jason, the only man she has ever loved. Taking time off to explore a lead which may implicate Jason's father. As Olive and Jason investigate his dad's dissappearance, their lives are threatened. They
decide they can trust on one but each other. Christy Barritt write suspenseful stories without the need for profanity or sex scenes. Great read!
Olive Sterling is still looking for answers 8 years after her whole family was murdered. A sleep-over was the only thing that spared her from being the fifth victim. She is closer than ever to finding answers and hoping that those answers don't drive away Jason, the only man she has ever loved. Taking time off to explore a lead which may implicate Jason's father. As Olive and Jason investigate his dad's dissappearance, their lives are threatened. They
decide they can trust on one but each other. Christy Barritt write suspenseful stories without the need for profanity or sex scenes. Great read!
October 9, 2025
Amazing book!
This book has web built over another web and yet another. Just when you think you’re getting a pretty good idea about what’s happening, you fall from one web into a new one!
As you get closer to the end, you feel like there is no way to get untangled from the web and there’s a spider inching closer.
Christy Barritt’s books just keep getting deeper and twists and turns more unexpected.
Her characters feel like real people and you can feel the different emotions they have about one another.
Plan to stay up late!!
This book has web built over another web and yet another. Just when you think you’re getting a pretty good idea about what’s happening, you fall from one web into a new one!
As you get closer to the end, you feel like there is no way to get untangled from the web and there’s a spider inching closer.
Christy Barritt’s books just keep getting deeper and twists and turns more unexpected.
Her characters feel like real people and you can feel the different emotions they have about one another.
Plan to stay up late!!
September 28, 2025
I had a BETA copy of this book, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion. Olive goes to investigate Lloyd Stewart for his possible connection with her family, but she doesn’t tell Jason until she finds his father unconscious on the flood, and drugged. When he disappears from the hospital, they begin following the clues in order to find him. In the process, they find an organized crime ring. A gripping story about trust, friends and family.
September 29, 2025
Stock up on drinks and snacks because you will be reading this one till the very end!! This book defines suspense as you follow the twists and turns with Olive and Jason up to the heart-stopping conclusion!! Mysterious characters, complex relationships, secrets all around and enough action and mystery that you might be surprised at how this book ends. I received an advance copy from the author but all opinions are my own.
October 6, 2025
Loose ends tied up!
As usual, Christy Barritt has "knocked it out of the park" with this book. Nonstop suspense ensues as Jaason rides to the rescue when Olive stirs up a worldwide crime network, and all her friends appear to be either dead or captives of the cartel. Her old friend Tom Greer, retired FBI guy, has also been digging into the crimes and brings the posse of agents to quell the renegades. Good ending to a very interesting series!
As usual, Christy Barritt has "knocked it out of the park" with this book. Nonstop suspense ensues as Jaason rides to the rescue when Olive stirs up a worldwide crime network, and all her friends appear to be either dead or captives of the cartel. Her old friend Tom Greer, retired FBI guy, has also been digging into the crimes and brings the posse of agents to quell the renegades. Good ending to a very interesting series!
October 6, 2025
Olive Sterling still seeks answers about her past and her deceased father’s activities. This leads her back to the town she where she went to high school and to investigate her former boyfriend’s dad. All the twisting threads from the past threaten to entangle her future and possibly destroy her life. This exciting suspense novel will keep you enthralled and wanting more. This can’t end the thrilling series! I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my own.
September 30, 2025
Great ending to this series! Olive Sterling finally tracks down what caused her families murders10 years ago. It’s a mystery she’s been seeking info and clues about for a long time. It turns out to be full of surprises, danger and espionage beyond what she imagined. Jason her old friend is along for the ride and their complicated tumultuous relationship continues to develope.
October 1, 2025
What?? More loops, twists and turns than a rollercoaster rides
Christy did it again! Enigma holds you captive with all the ins and outs, twists a
nd turns that.you expect with Olive and her search for justice!. Be prepared for a whirlwind of surprises in this final closure of the Pros and Cons series!. You won't be disappointed!
Christy did it again! Enigma holds you captive with all the ins and outs, twists a
nd turns that.you expect with Olive and her search for justice!. Be prepared for a whirlwind of surprises in this final closure of the Pros and Cons series!. You won't be disappointed!
October 5, 2025
Should all questions be answered?
Olive has lots of questions about her past. Asking them, though, has unleashed very dangerous circumstances. Drugs, human trafficking, money laundering, etc. are not given up easily and the people involved have no hesitation about taking a life.
Add I a love triangle and it makes my life seem stress free!
This is a really good read!
Olive has lots of questions about her past. Asking them, though, has unleashed very dangerous circumstances. Drugs, human trafficking, money laundering, etc. are not given up easily and the people involved have no hesitation about taking a life.
Add I a love triangle and it makes my life seem stress free!
This is a really good read!
October 6, 2025
What a finale!
Just as I thought there were some answers, along came new information that blew everything out of the water. It happened over and over, and it was hard to know what was the truth and what was more misinformation. There was lots of action and danger, people were hurt, Olive regained her faith and the truth finally came out. It was a very exciting read!
Just as I thought there were some answers, along came new information that blew everything out of the water. It happened over and over, and it was hard to know what was the truth and what was more misinformation. There was lots of action and danger, people were hurt, Olive regained her faith and the truth finally came out. It was a very exciting read!
October 8, 2025
Enigma
From page one to the end, this book has had me holding my breath! I didn't realize how intense it was until my doorbell rang and I nearly jumped out of my skin! You just have to read it for yourself! And allow yourself some time because you won't be able to put it down! Thank you, Christy, you never disappoint!
From page one to the end, this book has had me holding my breath! I didn't realize how intense it was until my doorbell rang and I nearly jumped out of my skin! You just have to read it for yourself! And allow yourself some time because you won't be able to put it down! Thank you, Christy, you never disappoint!
October 11, 2025
Suspense & Solution
The last book in this series - finally discover the truth about Olive’s past. Of course continued suspense & mysteries abound in an attempt to discover who is real & how the past continually affects the present. Surprises, plot twists, & a happy ending - sad to see the series end!
The last book in this series - finally discover the truth about Olive’s past. Of course continued suspense & mysteries abound in an attempt to discover who is real & how the past continually affects the present. Surprises, plot twists, & a happy ending - sad to see the series end!
October 12, 2025
Be warned…when you start this book, you will not want to put it down. Another great read by Christy Barritt. I’m assuming this is the final book in this series, and WOW, what a great way to go. Loved the suspense and surprises!
This series is clean fiction with a faith thread woven throughout. In order to get the most out of this book, you must read the series in order.
This series is clean fiction with a faith thread woven throughout. In order to get the most out of this book, you must read the series in order.
September 29, 2025
Enigma
Absolutely thrilling! This book is yet another example of how a great author can create a masterpiece. It is filled with everything that a mystery should have. Intriguing, adventurous, dangerous, faithful friendships and a sense of love and purpose. Highly recommended.
Absolutely thrilling! This book is yet another example of how a great author can create a masterpiece. It is filled with everything that a mystery should have. Intriguing, adventurous, dangerous, faithful friendships and a sense of love and purpose. Highly recommended.
October 2, 2025
Enigma by Christy Barritt
I loved all six of the books in this series, Christy makes sure that you are thoroughly invested in the characters. As usual, well done! I’ve read well over 100 of Christy’s books and haven’t been disappointed in one yet.
I loved all six of the books in this series, Christy makes sure that you are thoroughly invested in the characters. As usual, well done! I’ve read well over 100 of Christy’s books and haven’t been disappointed in one yet.
October 3, 2025
secrets and more secrets
Family dies but not really sure though. Could they have been taken to get them to join this criminal gang? No answers. Fear and more fear. This is a novel you cannot but down. Read this book as soon as you can.
Family dies but not really sure though. Could they have been taken to get them to join this criminal gang? No answers. Fear and more fear. This is a novel you cannot but down. Read this book as soon as you can.
October 4, 2025
loved this entire series
Incredible! Love love love it!! I hope this is not the end! Please add more books about Jason and Olive! Please add books with Tevin getting a new love!
Incredible! Love love love it!! I hope this is not the end! Please add more books about Jason and Olive! Please add books with Tevin getting a new love!
October 5, 2025
Brilliant
What a fantastic continuation of this series. It was one of the most spectacular thrillers and I hated to see it come to an end.
I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed.
What a fantastic continuation of this series. It was one of the most spectacular thrillers and I hated to see it come to an end.
I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed.
October 6, 2025
Good Read
i've read all six books of this series. it's amazing the story line of this series how it keeps getting better with each episode! definitely could be a series on movie channels. i love Christy Barritt best writer ever may God keep blessing you with many more books!
i've read all six books of this series. it's amazing the story line of this series how it keeps getting better with each episode! definitely could be a series on movie channels. i love Christy Barritt best writer ever may God keep blessing you with many more books!
October 7, 2025
All complicated layers are finally unraveled to showcase this masterful ending of Pros and Cons. Just like Olive, readers grasp to separate fact from fiction. The complicated reveal is stunning.
I received a complimentary copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.
I received a complimentary copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.
October 13, 2025
Great end to the series
This book was so much better than the last one. There was lots of action and everything got tied up as it should. Aside from the culprit monologuing at the end, everything was paced and presented well. I enjoyed it.
This book was so much better than the last one. There was lots of action and everything got tied up as it should. Aside from the culprit monologuing at the end, everything was paced and presented well. I enjoyed it.
October 14, 2025
A Total Mystery
This story has more twists and turns than most roller coasters. An intriguing story about love, betrayal, faith, trust, espionage and international crimes. A long road to the truth explains how Olive’s childhood was so unpredictable.
This story has more twists and turns than most roller coasters. An intriguing story about love, betrayal, faith, trust, espionage and international crimes. A long road to the truth explains how Olive’s childhood was so unpredictable.
September 28, 2025
Christy Barritt does it again
Another nail biting on the edge of your seat mystery. It has you guessing right up to the end. Great story telling!
Another nail biting on the edge of your seat mystery. It has you guessing right up to the end. Great story telling!
October 2, 2025
COULDN’T PUT IT DOWN!
As usual this was a great book… I loved the whole series! You’ll love it too! It had some unexpected twists as well…
As usual this was a great book… I loved the whole series! You’ll love it too! It had some unexpected twists as well…
October 2, 2025
Olive
This series of books was hold onto your seat and keep turning the page. This book has a happy ending for Olive.
This series of books was hold onto your seat and keep turning the page. This book has a happy ending for Olive.
October 5, 2025
Great Book
I highly recommend this (series) Christy did it again. Another pager true turner that couldn’t put down. I read it in one day, it’s that good.
I highly recommend this (series) Christy did it again. Another pager true turner that couldn’t put down. I read it in one day, it’s that good.
October 6, 2025
WOW!
Wow! This series was definitely going out with a bang! I enjoyed this series very much. I’m glad Olive finally found the answers she was looking for!
Wow! This series was definitely going out with a bang! I enjoyed this series very much. I’m glad Olive finally found the answers she was looking for!
October 12, 2025
Love your Books
I just finished saying how much I dislike waiting for a book in a series but I will definitely say this one was worth the wait!
Great story and great characters!
I just finished saying how much I dislike waiting for a book in a series but I will definitely say this one was worth the wait!
Great story and great characters!
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