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Are you ready to go…beyond Sanctuary?

Ben Mason has lived with the darkness for years. But now that darkness is growing, and he must find a way to push back against the evil inside him.
When it becomes clear the mission is a set-up, and a secret group has tracked him down, it’s too late. Ben is at their mercy, and an ancient evil is prepared to fight for control of him.
Can his team—and an old friend—help him conquer the spreading corruption?

Decades old secrets are brought to light and loyalties are tested in this first book of Lisa Phillips’s new thriller/supernatural series. Book 2 - FORGOTTEN - is out now.

259 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2018

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Lisa Phillips

167 books874 followers
Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 80 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). Lisa is a worship leader, tea aficionado, and dog lover of two crazy Airedales.

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2,348 reviews21 followers
February 27, 2018
Non Stop Suspense

This book is a departure from Lisa Phillips books but it was very exciting.
Suspense was non stop as Ben and his team rush to combat an evil brought about from WWII.
I was intrigued with the storyline and engaging characters.
This book is recommended for those who like thrillers with a Christian worldview.

20 reviews
January 19, 2018
Not your average romantic suspence...and that's a good thing!

The enigma that is Ben Mason in the Sanctuary Books is finally revealed in Corrupted. Talk about coming at me from outta left field....and I liked it! There is nothing expected in this book, and quite a bit that is just. not. normal. But Lisa Phillips makes it work, and she holds it together through to a satisfying, though not all-wrapped-up, ending. If you're ready to step away from Sanctuary, but found the character of Ben Mason highly intriguing, then you should read this very surprising and well-imagined story.
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400 reviews21 followers
January 18, 2018
I was extremely excited to hear when Lisa had said she was writing Ben Mason's story. Not surprised to find out Ben's story was very different from his brothers stories in the Sanctuary series. Corrupt was well worth the wait. Looking forward to book 2 and Daire's story. Also looking forward to finding out if there will be any repercussions for Grant from his tangle with the crazy folks.
15 reviews1 follower
January 12, 2018
One of your greatest.

Thank you so much for telling Ben"s story. I couldn't figure out how he got with the rest of his brothers. So it is nice to understand. I loved the story plot and can't wait for more. Your books are always so well thought out. Thank you again. Mindy
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123 reviews1 follower
October 26, 2018
CONNECTED TO CHARACTERS FROM THE SANCTUARY SERIES BUT NOT IN A WAY YIUVWOYKD EXPECT.

I'm not one at all for superhuman type of fantasy BUT once again, I could not put a Lisa Phillips book down!
I found it believable and easy to fall in love with... Band best of all, despite the fact that there was a bit of super fiction in this book, the message of faith, mercy, and love was extraordinary.

I love this book!!!
38 reviews2 followers
April 8, 2018
Action packed

This book certainly keeps the plot moving. It helps to have read the WTSEC books so that you're familiar with the Mason family. There are a lot of casualties in this story, so be aware of the violent content. And yet it has plenty of Christian overtures.
I was enjoyed this book, as well as several other books by this author.
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100 reviews
March 7, 2018
Supernatural

Enjoy the story of Mason family. Storylines is amazing good. Can't wait next book.
Writer imagine it's beauty of character.
68 reviews6 followers
March 9, 2018
I enjoy her style. Got her concept. But a couple of place were unclear to me. However I look forward to her next in the series.
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627 reviews29 followers
April 6, 2018
What a twist!

Getting Ben’s background and what shaped him was eye opening. Again, good verses evil as seen in our world; and God is still good, merciful and forgiving.
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463 reviews20 followers
August 6, 2021
Wow, simply wow!

Definitely a different writing style, but entertaining as usual. Great writing, moving characters, exciting flow. Enjoyed this novel thoroughly. Loved it!
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2,519 reviews52 followers
June 29, 2022
Very different kind of book than this author usually writes, but I liked it enough that I plan on reading the rest of the series
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98 reviews
April 10, 2025
Excellent!

That was such a great story! Very unique. I am truly looking forward to reading the rest of this series.
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18 reviews
November 24, 2019
1. Scary enough I couldn't read it at night!
2. Not enough Christianity. Evil can only be defeated at the name of Jesus.
3. Ben Mason has blond hair. The model on the cover has dark hair. This doesn't sync with the writing.
4. Good lead-in to the 2nd book.
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