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O'Callahan #2
Christmas Witness Pursuit
Running for their lives at Christmastime…
Can a lawman keep a key witness safe?
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan has a situation on his hands—two dead FBI agents, criminals on the loose and Tory Faraday, a witness with no memory. With a blizzard moving in and killers hunting them down, Griffin must keep Tory safe. But even his family’s ranch can’t provide a haven when a dangerous criminal escapes from custody with one goal: finding Tory.
Can a lawman keep a key witness safe?
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan has a situation on his hands—two dead FBI agents, criminals on the loose and Tory Faraday, a witness with no memory. With a blizzard moving in and killers hunting them down, Griffin must keep Tory safe. But even his family’s ranch can’t provide a haven when a dangerous criminal escapes from custody with one goal: finding Tory.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2019
About the author
Lisa Harris
132 books1,306 followersLISA HARRIS is a Christy Award finalist for Blood Ransom, Vendetta, and Port of Origin, Christy Award winner for Dangerous Passage, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2011 (Blood Covenant) and 2015 (Vendetta) from Romantic Times.
She has fifty novels and novellas in print. She and her family work as missionaries in southern Africa. Lisa loves hanging out with her family, cooking different ethnic dishes, photography, and heading into the African bush on safari. Visit Lisa’s website to learn more.
She has fifty novels and novellas in print. She and her family work as missionaries in southern Africa. Lisa loves hanging out with her family, cooking different ethnic dishes, photography, and heading into the African bush on safari. Visit Lisa’s website to learn more.
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November 30, 2022
3.5 stars, personally.
First Christmas book of the season and one ✔️ off of my Christmas TBR!
About this book:
“Running for their lives at Christmastime…
Can a lawman keep a key witness safe?
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan has a situation on his hands—two dead FBI agents, criminals on the loose and Tory Faraday, a witness with no memory. With a blizzard moving in and killers hunting them down, Griffin must keep Tory safe. But even his family’s ranch can’t provide a haven when a dangerous criminal escapes from custody with one goal: finding Tory.”
Series: Book #2 of the “O’Callaghan” series (this mentions events from the prior book) and also part of the “Love Inspired Suspense” collection.
Spiritual Content- John 8:32 at the beginning; A few Scriptures are remembered & quoted; Prayers; Set during the Christmas season (no mentions of Jesus’ birth or the nativity); Talks about God, God being in control, Jesus, & Jesus being with His disciples on the boat during the storm (Matthew 8); 'H's are capital when referring to God (but not when referring to Jesus); Mentions of God; Mentions of those & events in the Bible; Mentions of prayers & praying; Mentions of churches & church going;
*Note: A handful of mentions of Santa, the North Pole, & the naughty and nice list.
Negative Content- Minor cussing including: two ‘stupid’s and three ‘shut up’s; Some eye rolling; Following a car wreck (which happens at the opening of the book) and traumatic events, Tory has amnesia; Pain, Injuries, Blood/Bleeding, Fights, Fighting, Being chased, Being kidnapped and tied-up, Being shot at, Being shot, Being held at gun-point, Being threatened with death and harm, & seeing murders (up to semi-detailed); Fires & Smoke (up to semi-detailed); Recalling seeing a murder (bluntly said, up to semi-detailed); Griffin feels guilt for a death he wishes he could’ve stopped from happening; All about many mentions of being a witness to murders, being chased by the murderer and his thugs, gunfire, being shot at, being shot, being held at gun-point, fights/fighting, pain, injuries, blood/bleeding, & deaths (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of seeing others shot and possibly killed & bodies (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of a car accident, injuries, & blood/bleeding (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of stitches, frostbite, hypothermia, & other medical jargon (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of fires (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of criminals & crimes (racketeering, money laundering, & murder); Mentions of prisons & arrests; Mentions of a break-in, intruders, someone being beaten up, being threatened with harm and death, & being kidnapped and tied-up; Mentions of lies & lying; Mentions of hunting; A few mentions of a stalker & death (bluntly said, barely-above-not-detailed); A few mentions of nightmares (including trying to rescue someone from a burning car); A couple mentions of stealing; A mention of a child being kidnapped & a hostage situation (Book #1 in this series); A mention of tattoos; A mention of cigarette smoke;
*Note: Mentions of social media & websites (Google, Facebook, & Gmail); A couple mentions of brand names & items (Nintendo, Jell-O); A mention of a fictional character (Mowgli from The Jungle Book); A mention of a football team.
Sexual Content- Two not-detailed kisses and two barely-above-not-detailed kisses; Remembering a kiss (barely-above-not-detailed); Staring at someone’s lips & Wanting to kiss (barely-above-not-detailed); Touches, Embraces, Nearness, & Smelling (border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed); Wanting to touch & embrace (barely-above-not-detailed); Blushes; Noticing; Mentions of dates, dating, girlfriends/boyfriends, exes, & break-ups; Mentions of a boyfriend that stalked his ex *Spoiler* ; A few mentions of blushes; A couple mentions of kisses & kissing; A couple mentions of flirting; Love, falling in love, & the emotions.
-Tory Faraday
-Griffin O’Callaghan
P.O.V. switches between them
218 pages
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Pre Teens- One Star
New Teens- One Star (and a half)
Early High School Teens- Three Stars
Older High School Teens- Four Stars
My personal Rating- Three Stars (and a half)
I never have too much to say after finishing a Love Inspired Suspense book, and I don’t think this book will be any different. There were a few cheesy comments in regards to the romance and the pacing was fast-paced due to the short size of the book, but it was still an enjoyable read. It was fun having it set around Christmas and hearing a little bit about the season. I like the amnesia trope and while the medical jargon was a bit much at times, the story kept my attention and it flew by quickly.
Link to review:
https://booksforchristiangirls.blogsp...
*BFCG may (Read the review to see) recommend this book by this author. It does not mean I recommend all the books by this author.
First Christmas book of the season and one ✔️ off of my Christmas TBR!
About this book:
“Running for their lives at Christmastime…
Can a lawman keep a key witness safe?
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan has a situation on his hands—two dead FBI agents, criminals on the loose and Tory Faraday, a witness with no memory. With a blizzard moving in and killers hunting them down, Griffin must keep Tory safe. But even his family’s ranch can’t provide a haven when a dangerous criminal escapes from custody with one goal: finding Tory.”
Series: Book #2 of the “O’Callaghan” series (this mentions events from the prior book) and also part of the “Love Inspired Suspense” collection.
Spiritual Content- John 8:32 at the beginning; A few Scriptures are remembered & quoted; Prayers; Set during the Christmas season (no mentions of Jesus’ birth or the nativity); Talks about God, God being in control, Jesus, & Jesus being with His disciples on the boat during the storm (Matthew 8); 'H's are capital when referring to God (but not when referring to Jesus); Mentions of God; Mentions of those & events in the Bible; Mentions of prayers & praying; Mentions of churches & church going;
*Note: A handful of mentions of Santa, the North Pole, & the naughty and nice list.
Negative Content- Minor cussing including: two ‘stupid’s and three ‘shut up’s; Some eye rolling; Following a car wreck (which happens at the opening of the book) and traumatic events, Tory has amnesia; Pain, Injuries, Blood/Bleeding, Fights, Fighting, Being chased, Being kidnapped and tied-up, Being shot at, Being shot, Being held at gun-point, Being threatened with death and harm, & seeing murders (up to semi-detailed); Fires & Smoke (up to semi-detailed); Recalling seeing a murder (bluntly said, up to semi-detailed); Griffin feels guilt for a death he wishes he could’ve stopped from happening; All about many mentions of being a witness to murders, being chased by the murderer and his thugs, gunfire, being shot at, being shot, being held at gun-point, fights/fighting, pain, injuries, blood/bleeding, & deaths (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of seeing others shot and possibly killed & bodies (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of a car accident, injuries, & blood/bleeding (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of stitches, frostbite, hypothermia, & other medical jargon (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of fires (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of criminals & crimes (racketeering, money laundering, & murder); Mentions of prisons & arrests; Mentions of a break-in, intruders, someone being beaten up, being threatened with harm and death, & being kidnapped and tied-up; Mentions of lies & lying; Mentions of hunting; A few mentions of a stalker & death (bluntly said, barely-above-not-detailed); A few mentions of nightmares (including trying to rescue someone from a burning car); A couple mentions of stealing; A mention of a child being kidnapped & a hostage situation (Book #1 in this series); A mention of tattoos; A mention of cigarette smoke;
*Note: Mentions of social media & websites (Google, Facebook, & Gmail); A couple mentions of brand names & items (Nintendo, Jell-O); A mention of a fictional character (Mowgli from The Jungle Book); A mention of a football team.
Sexual Content- Two not-detailed kisses and two barely-above-not-detailed kisses; Remembering a kiss (barely-above-not-detailed); Staring at someone’s lips & Wanting to kiss (barely-above-not-detailed); Touches, Embraces, Nearness, & Smelling (border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed); Wanting to touch & embrace (barely-above-not-detailed); Blushes; Noticing; Mentions of dates, dating, girlfriends/boyfriends, exes, & break-ups; Mentions of a boyfriend that stalked his ex *Spoiler* ; A few mentions of blushes; A couple mentions of kisses & kissing; A couple mentions of flirting; Love, falling in love, & the emotions.
-Tory Faraday
-Griffin O’Callaghan
P.O.V. switches between them
218 pages
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Pre Teens- One Star
New Teens- One Star (and a half)
Early High School Teens- Three Stars
Older High School Teens- Four Stars
My personal Rating- Three Stars (and a half)
I never have too much to say after finishing a Love Inspired Suspense book, and I don’t think this book will be any different. There were a few cheesy comments in regards to the romance and the pacing was fast-paced due to the short size of the book, but it was still an enjoyable read. It was fun having it set around Christmas and hearing a little bit about the season. I like the amnesia trope and while the medical jargon was a bit much at times, the story kept my attention and it flew by quickly.
Link to review:
https://booksforchristiangirls.blogsp...
*BFCG may (Read the review to see) recommend this book by this author. It does not mean I recommend all the books by this author.
December 7, 2019
Oh.my.goodness. Lisa Harris starts this story off with a bang! Literally. The heroine, Tory Faraday, is being transported to court by two FBI agents so she can testify against a murderer when the car is ambushed and she hits her head when the car wrecks. And now she can’t remember anything. Not why she was in the car. Not that she’d witnessed a murder. Nada. She isn’t sure she should trust Griffin O’Callaghan, even if he says he’s a deputy sheriff.
Griffin rescues Tory and is assigned as her bodyguard until the FBI can arrive. Timber Hills is hit by the snowstorm of the century and the FBI can’t reach them, while the man trying to kill Tory slipped into town before the storm hit.
This is an exciting cat and mouse game as the bad guys seem to be one step ahead of Griffin and Tory. I literally couldn’t put the book down because just when I would think I had it figured out, a new twist would take the story in a different direction. I started the book just before I went to bed and finished it that night.
If you like fast-paced action with plenty of suspense, you’ll love this book.
Griffin rescues Tory and is assigned as her bodyguard until the FBI can arrive. Timber Hills is hit by the snowstorm of the century and the FBI can’t reach them, while the man trying to kill Tory slipped into town before the storm hit.
This is an exciting cat and mouse game as the bad guys seem to be one step ahead of Griffin and Tory. I literally couldn’t put the book down because just when I would think I had it figured out, a new twist would take the story in a different direction. I started the book just before I went to bed and finished it that night.
If you like fast-paced action with plenty of suspense, you’ll love this book.
January 4, 2020
Blood chilling suspense with intrigue
heighten to mountainous proportions
add drama, tension, chill and thrill
especially as the bullets fly.
Run off the road and shot are two FBI
Agents found by Deputy Griffin O'Callaghan
who arrives at the scene.
Tory Faraday, who witnessed a murder
is found in the woods nearby. She is running
from the assailants but she has lost her
memory.
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan is assigned to
protect Tory until the FBI can make the
arrangements to come get her. But a huge
snowstorm is hampering their travel.
Even though Tory is Leary of Griffin, she
discovers she needs him to survive. While
Griffin was not aware that Tory would lead
him into a situation that threatened their
lives.
A thrilling mystery with characters that
have an undeniable attraction between them.
This book has a riveting storyline, writing
that is captivating. The story will grip the
reader immediately and intensifies right up
until the final word.
heighten to mountainous proportions
add drama, tension, chill and thrill
especially as the bullets fly.
Run off the road and shot are two FBI
Agents found by Deputy Griffin O'Callaghan
who arrives at the scene.
Tory Faraday, who witnessed a murder
is found in the woods nearby. She is running
from the assailants but she has lost her
memory.
Deputy Griffin O’Callaghan is assigned to
protect Tory until the FBI can make the
arrangements to come get her. But a huge
snowstorm is hampering their travel.
Even though Tory is Leary of Griffin, she
discovers she needs him to survive. While
Griffin was not aware that Tory would lead
him into a situation that threatened their
lives.
A thrilling mystery with characters that
have an undeniable attraction between them.
This book has a riveting storyline, writing
that is captivating. The story will grip the
reader immediately and intensifies right up
until the final word.
January 3, 2021
This is some seriously good suspense. I have only read a few of this authors books but will surely read more. Great work.
December 8, 2019
I enjoyed this book. It moved at a pretty quick pace. The intensity level was pretty high too. I liked the characters and their chemistry.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
November 10, 2019
What do you do when you regain consciousness after an auto accident to discover someone is shooting at a person outside the car, the driver is slumped behind the steering wheel, and you have no memory of who you are or why you are there? Then the driver arouses and tells you to run for your life. I cannot imagine being in that situation. I forgot to include that you don’t know where you are. So how can you hope to escape whoever is after you when everything is stacked against you. Where do you run? The suspense is thick and continuous throughout the story as the young lady seeks to remember who she is while the deputy and others work to keep her safe and to capture the people who are chasing her. Only one thing is abundantly clear: the man behind the attack places no value on the life of anyone other than himself. He proves that throughout the story. Will the lady regain her memory? Does she have a family, a home, a job, or anywhere to return to? I appreciate the faith element apparent through the story. I like the picture on the cover of the book, but even that raises questions in my mind. Is any place truly safe when you are being chased by a cold-blooded killer? I received an advance copy of this book from the author. This is my honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
December 1, 2019
Deputy Griffin O'Callaghan stops for what he believes is a vehicle accident but, upon closer inspection, finds two dead FBI agents, a woman's scarf, and two motorcycles parked behind the car. Hearing gunshots coming from the woods, he realizes the woman is still in danger. When Griffin finds her, he discovers she has no idea who she is or why the men are chasing her.
Making it to his car, they head to town. On the way, Griffin receives a call from the FBI informing him she is Victoria Faraday, a witness who was on her way to testify in a murder trial. With a blizzard approaching, he takes her to his family's ranch until the FBI can reach them. The storm, however, doesn't stop the murder suspect from escaping and causing Griffin and Tory to have to go on the run.
This is the second book of four in The O'Callaghan Brothers series. It is action-packed from beginning to end. Griffin's historical descriptions of the ranch make it a place one would love to live at. Another good, clean, faith-filled romance from Lisa Harris. I do wish there had been a bigger update on Liam and Gabby though.
I received a free copy of this book. I volunteered to read it and write a review.
Making it to his car, they head to town. On the way, Griffin receives a call from the FBI informing him she is Victoria Faraday, a witness who was on her way to testify in a murder trial. With a blizzard approaching, he takes her to his family's ranch until the FBI can reach them. The storm, however, doesn't stop the murder suspect from escaping and causing Griffin and Tory to have to go on the run.
This is the second book of four in The O'Callaghan Brothers series. It is action-packed from beginning to end. Griffin's historical descriptions of the ranch make it a place one would love to live at. Another good, clean, faith-filled romance from Lisa Harris. I do wish there had been a bigger update on Liam and Gabby though.
I received a free copy of this book. I volunteered to read it and write a review.
November 28, 2019
Non-stop action and suspense made Christmas Witness Pursuit a real page-turner for me -- from the heart-in-throat first page through all the twists and turns of an angsty plot. Eyeballs glued to the page stuff -- which pretty much sums up anything Lisa Harris writes whether it's a Love Inspired Suspense or her longer romantic suspense novels published with Revell.
Love the hero and heroine battling the elements -- a fictional blizzard is the perfect kind of snowstorm for me! I can enjoy it with a cup of hot chocolate while reclining on my fainting couch in case dire events or surprise kisses threaten a swoonathon.
A pulse-rattling read-in-one-sitting suspense...with a wee bit of Christmas thrown in.
Love the hero and heroine battling the elements -- a fictional blizzard is the perfect kind of snowstorm for me! I can enjoy it with a cup of hot chocolate while reclining on my fainting couch in case dire events or surprise kisses threaten a swoonathon.
A pulse-rattling read-in-one-sitting suspense...with a wee bit of Christmas thrown in.
September 30, 2020
Mountain suspense
Tory & Griffin are chased by Jinx & his evil gang. I have to say I don't remember ever reading about a more tenacious & wily group of bad guys. They manage to escape prison & track down bvb their prey within hours every time they evade them. In the harshest winter blizzard, innthe "safety" of Griffin's family home, innthe secret safe house, all so fast your head swims. Just saying, it was pretty unbelievable. And Lisa Harris is a favorite writer! Maybe longer books are her forte.
Tory & Griffin are chased by Jinx & his evil gang. I have to say I don't remember ever reading about a more tenacious & wily group of bad guys. They manage to escape prison & track down bvb their prey within hours every time they evade them. In the harshest winter blizzard, innthe "safety" of Griffin's family home, innthe secret safe house, all so fast your head swims. Just saying, it was pretty unbelievable. And Lisa Harris is a favorite writer! Maybe longer books are her forte.
December 19, 2024
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
Read: December 2024
Series: O'Callahan, #2
Format: Kindle e-Book
Book #147 of 2024: I didn't realize this was part of a series until I was part way in. I sensed the brothers each had a book so I checked and verified.
This book has a lot of suspense and action. I am also thankful for quieter moments when the two lead characters would talk. I like balance. It adds depth to a book. The interesting premise of a witness to a high-profile case and temporary amnesia added a lot of mystery.
I've read many books by this author and I always enjoy them.
Read: December 2024
Series: O'Callahan, #2
Format: Kindle e-Book
Book #147 of 2024: I didn't realize this was part of a series until I was part way in. I sensed the brothers each had a book so I checked and verified.
This book has a lot of suspense and action. I am also thankful for quieter moments when the two lead characters would talk. I like balance. It adds depth to a book. The interesting premise of a witness to a high-profile case and temporary amnesia added a lot of mystery.
I've read many books by this author and I always enjoy them.
April 19, 2026
Christmas Witness Pursuit was a good, quick read, a story filled with danger, mayhem and emotional upheaval. I enjoyed the fast-paced read and found myself cheering for Griffin O'Callahan and Tory Faraday. They each had barriers that held them back, however, the most pressing problems were what gave them pause. One foot in front of the other, they stepped back into the Light. Would their faith be strong enough to hold them firmly planted in His Truth and not in fear? I gave this story 4 out of 5 stars as it kept me entertained while I read their story.
April 17, 2020
This is the second book in the O'Callaghan brothers series. Ms. Harris starts the story with a car wreck and shooting involving FBI agents and the witness, Tory Faraday, that they are protecting. Tory is running for her life and is found, and helped, by Deputy Griffin O'Callaghan. Tory's story is complicated by the fact that she has amnesia, and has no idea who is after her, or why. This story is full of action and suspense! I'm looking forward to the next book
October 27, 2025
Tori was in the witness protection program but when 2 FBI agents were killed taking her to a court hearing, she ran into the woods, stumbled, fell and now has amnesia. Griffon a deputy sheriff finds her and takes her quickly away but when he reports in is told he needs to protect her for at least 48 hours because of the winter storm closing the roads. Many things happen to them but Griffon stays the course protecting Tori and falling in love
February 24, 2020
As lawman Griffin O'Callaghan tries to keep FBI witness Tory Faraday safe from a ruthless killer, we see a story of love and trust that will leave you wanting just a little bit more. From the nasty weather to the pack of killers that seem to constantly be finding them, Tory and Griffin can't seem to catch a break until its almost too late.
July 6, 2023
From the beginning, my thought was "Can Tory escape those pursuing her?" Griffin questions "Can I protect this woman from death when I was unsuccessful in protecting another woman?" The chill in the air is not only from the winter weather but also from the evil, unrelenting killers pursuing them. Excellent story!
July 25, 2021
I enjoyed this clean, Love-Inspired Suspense. I voluntarily chose to review this story, and I've given it a 5* rating. Warning, there is a lot of violence in this, because of the bad guys. There are lots of twists and turns, so you need to keep reading to find out how it ends. Good Ending.
April 8, 2022
I love that it has law enforcement in the book. There is plenty of danger and suspense. The story starts fast with a car accident, 2 dead FBI agents and a witness with no memory. The story just got better with each turn of the page. A very easy read.
November 7, 2023
Protecting My Sister
This is a slow read, but it did keep you guessing what would happen next. Would this young woman try to handle the situation all on her own? Are there too many events happening in the story? Not one of my favorite books by Lisa Harris.
This is a slow read, but it did keep you guessing what would happen next. Would this young woman try to handle the situation all on her own? Are there too many events happening in the story? Not one of my favorite books by Lisa Harris.
December 29, 2024
I enjoyed reading this story as it kept me guessing the direction the plot would take. There was lots of action that made the story thrilling and the reader want to keep reading until the end. A well written book.
January 2, 2026
This was a good story with plenty of action, mystery and suspense. I liked how the relationship between Tory and Griffin was developed over time.
I recommend this book as well as the first book of this series. Enjoy!
I recommend this book as well as the first book of this series. Enjoy!
April 12, 2020
Lots of action with romance too...loved it!
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September 26, 2021"My name is Tory. I'm a witness in a case. And someone wants me dead."
November 9, 2021
Good read
A little bit of tension and falling for someone. Nice to read about people who are not afraid to pray.
A little bit of tension and falling for someone. Nice to read about people who are not afraid to pray.
May 14, 2022
3.5/5 stars
June 21, 2023
Great mystery! Good characters and realistic plot! Kept me so interested that I stayed up reading it at night until I finished it! Also, had a good ending!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 8, 2023
FAST paced. Sorry my library didn't have the first book in this series
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June 27, 2024Fast pace action, sheriff deputy tryst to protects an fbi witness from kidnappers and a killer,
January 13, 2025
Fun to read. Lot of action. Sweet love story, but too much too fast.
September 11, 2026
A quick melding of police drama, romance, and faith.
December 9, 2021
I'm so glad some of the Love Inspired Suspense books are on Kindle Unlimited now because I tried this one and it was very good!! It had likable characters and awesome suspense. The romance aspect of the story was good as well. So glad I got to read it.
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