Escaping Peril

Refuge Cove #2

by Christy Barritt

331 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 3, 2026

About the author

Christy 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.

Reviews

[Mary Hake · Rating 5 out of 5]

Naomi King left her successful career in finance in New York to join her family in operating a rescue shelter following an attack that almost stole her life. The blows to her head did leave gaps in her memory, but she has moved on and is fulfilled in her new life. However, deadly issues from the past pop up to haunt her. Her brother and the local sheriff try to protect her, just as she tries to protect a newborn whose mother can’t keep her. The tension builds quickly, and the intriguing plot keeps readers glued to the rapidly flipping pages. The endearing characters make you care deeply about what happens in their lives. This exciting thriller can stand alone, but reading book one in the series sets the stage for this novel. I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my own.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the Refuge Cove series but it is a stand alone read. After reading this one, you will want to read the entire series! Naomi King moved back home after surviving an attack in NY. Even though she can't remember that night, she knows coming home was the right thing to do. After she makes a very difficult decision, things begin to happen. Sheriff Micah Sutherland is determined that Naomi and Refuge Cove will stay safe. Can they discover if everything is happening because of her decision or does it relate to her attack in NY? There are so many directions to go but they must choose the right one. Their lives may depend on it. If you like mystery, suspense, action and a touch of romance - and did I mention K-9s as well?! This book is for you!!!

[Sandra Hartzel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Naomi King was attacked while living in New York City afterward moved to refuge Cove with her family to help run a women’s shelter. Sheriff Micah Southerland keeps others safe and takes Naomi and the child she is fostering under his wing to protect, but they start developing feelings for each other complicating his reactions the threats against Naomi. This is a touching book with intrigue and great characters. I highly recommend reading it and the first book in this series.

[Robyn Seitzler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Edge-of-your-seat

I really appreciate the way Ms. Barritt delivers realistic characters and edge-of-your-seat suspense without all the gore and foul language of so many authors. Naomi and Micah seem so real and they struggle with believable walls in their respective lives. Add in the twists and turns of the villain (villains?) and you’ve got a great story!

[Doris Alexander · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grace - the theme of this book!

I love the way Christy grabs your interest from the very beginning, and holds it till the end! Escaping Peril doesn't disappoint! Naomi has a wonderful desire for helping others, even to her own detriment. I loved seeing Micah gravitate to that!

[Deborah K DeLaVina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Escaping Peril

The Refuge Cove series is amazing! It’s filled with everything a suspense should, it kept me intrigued so much that I couldn’t put it down. It’s filled with kept me wanting to try and solve the mystery.

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Escaping Peril is a fun return to Refuge Cove. It’s fast-paced with overlapping stories, suspenseful, and has a sweet budding romance. There’s no cliff-hangar, but there is unfinished business that has be waiting anxiously for the next book in the series.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

another great book from Christy Barrett

Escaping Peril this is a such a great read that I couldn’t put it down. The story seems to move quickly from someone having a hard life to mystery to a little romance.

[Joni Truex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Buckle up for this wild ride. Page turning suspense that will keep you up until the book is finished. Definitely worth the read. Romance, mystery, suspense and more. Another great book, #2 in the series, by Christy Barritt.

[Elizabeth Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Naomi’s life is marred by trauma on every side. However, in the midst of this trauma she finds grace and beauty rising from the ashes. An incredible story from an incredible author!

[Jaime Nietering · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read!!

Christy Barritt did it again. What a great book, I couldn’t put it down. What a great story filled with suspense, love and faith! I highly recommend!

[Sheri Jesse · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good read but i need more!

[Geneva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good reading

Such a great series. Enjoy the scenery, the baby and finding love.
Micah did an excellent job solving crimes

Thanks Christy

[Donna M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

must read

Another great novel with a Christian flavor. Keeps you thinking and wanting to know where Christy is taking us. Can’t wait for the next one

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good story

This was such a good story. There was a lot going on all at the same time. It made it interesting to figure out who was involved in what capacity.

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read, but I felt it ended a bit abruptly

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I know the vast majority loved this book. I just couldn't "get into" it. Good characters but the flow of the story wasn't good for me.

[Kaye Sinkule · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful, albeit very intense throughout!

This book, as always , held be glued to it! I am anxious to start the extended one. Thank you, once again!