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Carolina Moon #2
Gone by Dark
Charity White can’t forget the horrific crime that happened ten years ago when she and her best friend, Andrea, spontaneously cut through the woods on their way home from high school. In the middle of their trek, a man abducted Andrea, who hasn’t been seen since.
Since that fateful day, Charity has tried to outrun the memories and guilt of that one hasty decision. What if she and her friend hadn’t taken that shortcut? Why wasn’t Charity taken instead of Andrea? And why weren’t the police ever able to track down the bad guy?
When Charity receives a mysterious letter that promises answers, she decides to face her worst nightmare. She returns home to North Carolina in search of closure and a touch of the peace that has eluded her for the past decade. With the help of her new neighbor, Police Officer Joshua Haven, Charity begins to track down mysterious clues. They soon discover that they must work together or both of them will be swallowed by the looming darkness.
Since that fateful day, Charity has tried to outrun the memories and guilt of that one hasty decision. What if she and her friend hadn’t taken that shortcut? Why wasn’t Charity taken instead of Andrea? And why weren’t the police ever able to track down the bad guy?
When Charity receives a mysterious letter that promises answers, she decides to face her worst nightmare. She returns home to North Carolina in search of closure and a touch of the peace that has eluded her for the past decade. With the help of her new neighbor, Police Officer Joshua Haven, Charity begins to track down mysterious clues. They soon discover that they must work together or both of them will be swallowed by the looming darkness.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2015
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About the author
Christy Barritt
340 books1,675 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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March 24, 2024
Charity has returned to her North Carolina home town to sell off her dad's home after he has passed away. But will she be able to live in this small town long enough to get it sold, or will memories of the past cause her to leave?
Full of suspense, twists and turns, and numerous surprises, Charity has to relive the events of 10 years earlier when her best friend was kidnapped during their walk home from school and has never been found. Or will Joshua, a sheriff and her next door neighbor, be able to help her finally solve the mystery and gain peace and perhaps a new life?
Full of suspense, twists and turns, and numerous surprises, Charity has to relive the events of 10 years earlier when her best friend was kidnapped during their walk home from school and has never been found. Or will Joshua, a sheriff and her next door neighbor, be able to help her finally solve the mystery and gain peace and perhaps a new life?
April 25, 2015
Yet another GREAT read from Christy Barritt with many twists and turns. The ending was a total surprise.
June 7, 2016
There is non stop suspense as Charity White returns to North Carolina in search for answers about her best friend's abduction and to find closure.
With the help of neighbor police officer Joshua Haven she races to find what happened to Andrea.
I loved the suspense and the characters that Christy Barritt brought to life and I look forward to reading more of her books.
This book was part of Beyond the Shadows: A Christian Romantic Suspense Boxed Set .
With the help of neighbor police officer Joshua Haven she races to find what happened to Andrea.
I loved the suspense and the characters that Christy Barritt brought to life and I look forward to reading more of her books.
This book was part of Beyond the Shadows: A Christian Romantic Suspense Boxed Set .
July 8, 2015
Another intriguing mystery by Christy Barritt, who continues to craft mysteries and characters that draw you in and leave you wanting more.
July 30, 2019
Got this as part of a set a few years ago and kept getting interrupted. Didn't even realize it wasn't the first book in the series until too far in to switch back. Didn't matter, but I still need to go back and read the first one. Maybe because it was an older book, I realized I like some of the newer ones (Lantern Beach and Worst Detective) better, which won't stop me from catching up and finishing this series. Everything by Christy Barritt is good to read.
August 17, 2018
Gone but now back.
Charity was back to face her fears and hind the truth. She also found the truth in life. Through good example and trusting friends she found life. Good story that offered suspense and left one guessing what was happening next. I had a hard time putting it down. Another good job
Christy. You rock.
Charity was back to face her fears and hind the truth. She also found the truth in life. Through good example and trusting friends she found life. Good story that offered suspense and left one guessing what was happening next. I had a hard time putting it down. Another good job
Christy. You rock.
January 28, 2022
Gone by Dark is the 2nd book in this series. The characters are different from the 1st book but they are great characters. I really enjoyed the suspense in this book. Besides the suspense, the tough of romance adds a lot to the story. I also was amazed at the strong bond the main character, Charity, had with her abducted friend.
January 19, 2024
best Good read
I've read this series backwards. But never the less they are best good Read regardless what order you read them. The mystery stories keep you turning pages. Christy Barritt has a way of keeping you up Al night reading her books. And waiting for the next books to come. Love your writing.
I've read this series backwards. But never the less they are best good Read regardless what order you read them. The mystery stories keep you turning pages. Christy Barritt has a way of keeping you up Al night reading her books. And waiting for the next books to come. Love your writing.
June 8, 2017
Awesomeness suspense
Gone by Dark is an awesome suspense/romance. The book is very well-written with a plot that kept me guessing until the very last moments of the book. I highly recommend this book.
Gone by Dark is an awesome suspense/romance. The book is very well-written with a plot that kept me guessing until the very last moments of the book. I highly recommend this book.
July 10, 2018
Awesome
It's nice to read a book and not worry about obscenities and uncomfortable scenes. Thank you for your spiritually fulfilling yet suspenseful storylines! I've only read two books and I'm hooked!
It's nice to read a book and not worry about obscenities and uncomfortable scenes. Thank you for your spiritually fulfilling yet suspenseful storylines! I've only read two books and I'm hooked!
April 27, 2020
After her best friend is abducted in front of her when they are children, Charity cannot wait to get away from the small town she lives in. Years later a mysterious letter promising her answers draws her back. Will she find answers or will she pay the ultimate price?
July 27, 2017
Good book
Very fast paced and full of suspense. A lot of twists and turns in this book. I love all the books I have read from this author.
Very fast paced and full of suspense. A lot of twists and turns in this book. I love all the books I have read from this author.
November 11, 2017
Review
I have read both books in this series and I love the mystery and action of them. I hope to read more of her books.
I have read both books in this series and I love the mystery and action of them. I hope to read more of her books.
May 3, 2018
This was a great mystery book. It held your interest till the end. I kept trying to figure out the ending but was surprised still. This book was full of mystery, intrigue and some clean romance. It was an excellent second book. Looking forward to the next sequel which I am reading now.
May 20, 2018
Full If mystery and intrigue.
An unusually mysterious and intriguing story. So full of twists and turns. A lot of action and some light romance. Spell binding at times.
An unusually mysterious and intriguing story. So full of twists and turns. A lot of action and some light romance. Spell binding at times.
June 17, 2018
Great read!
This story is somewhat different. So captivating, keeps you from putting it down. Who done it was someone you'd not think of and for a reason you'd never have thought.
This story is somewhat different. So captivating, keeps you from putting it down. Who done it was someone you'd not think of and for a reason you'd never have thought.
July 8, 2018
Great read
I had the privilege of meeting Christy and discovering her books recently. This is my fourth book since discovering her. This one does not disappoint.
I had the privilege of meeting Christy and discovering her books recently. This is my fourth book since discovering her. This one does not disappoint.
July 15, 2018
Mystery series
Writer imagine is awesome, character development and blessings. Storylines is amazing good have you thinking about your heart and blessings.
Writer imagine is awesome, character development and blessings. Storylines is amazing good have you thinking about your heart and blessings.
August 1, 2018
Gone by dark
This book an easy to follow plot and interesting characters. I recommend this book to all lovers of Christian, mystery, romance novels.
This book an easy to follow plot and interesting characters. I recommend this book to all lovers of Christian, mystery, romance novels.
March 29, 2019
WOW!!!!!!!!
Another good book by this author. She does an excellent job in writing a good story that includes intrique, mystery, romance and faith in God.
Another good book by this author. She does an excellent job in writing a good story that includes intrique, mystery, romance and faith in God.
April 30, 2019
As always very good. Stayed up too late reading but couldn't find a good stopping point. Ready to read another of her books.
July 21, 2019
Thrilling plot and great characters! A definite page-turner!
August 22, 2019
Love the book
This book is full of suspense and mystery. There is no profanity or sex in the story and the story line discusses going to church and having faith in God.
This book is full of suspense and mystery. There is no profanity or sex in the story and the story line discusses going to church and having faith in God.
September 9, 2019
Wow, absolutely blew me away. The sins of the father are visited on the children. Must read.
November 8, 2019
Oh my Gosh I loved the suspense. Once you start reading u wont want to put it down
November 16, 2019
Wonderful
This story kept me on my toes trying to guess where Andrea was and who abducted her. Great story line and awesome ending.
This story kept me on my toes trying to guess where Andrea was and who abducted her. Great story line and awesome ending.
November 19, 2019
My favorite author.
Christy Barrett is my favorite author. In fact I have a goal to read everyone of her books. I am well on my way too.
Christy Barrett is my favorite author. In fact I have a goal to read everyone of her books. I am well on my way too.
January 24, 2020
Suspensville!
I really enjoyed this book.....lots of action and never able to predict what was happening next. This series is definitely one of the best that I have read!
I really enjoyed this book.....lots of action and never able to predict what was happening next. This series is definitely one of the best that I have read!
February 25, 2020
Sooo good ... the suspense didn’t let up until the end.
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