Chain Reaction (Lantern Beach Blackout: Detonation Book 1)

Chain Reaction (Lantern Beach Blackout: Detonation Book 1)

by Christy Barritt

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4.6 stars from 1,754 reviews. Top 82% of Romance books we track.


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  • You love romantic tension that actually matters, where the stakes are personal and the chemistry makes every scene crackle.
  • You're drawn to protagonists with real expertise (forensic archaeology isn't your standard romance job) and stories that take their technical details seriously.
  • You want a thriller with heart, where the mystery and the relationship development move forward together instead of one overshadowing the other.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You prefer slow-burn romance where the couple doesn't have history; this reunion dynamic and immediate chemistry won't work for you.
  • You're looking for standalone romance without series commitment or cliffhangers that demand you pick up book two.
  • You need your thrillers to be ice-cold and clinical; the emotional entanglement here is front and centre.

About this book

When an explosion occurs on Lantern Beach, authorities respond to investigate. A WWII relic has washed ashore, raising questions about whether the incident was accidental or deliberate. Dr. Raven Newton, a forensic archaeologist, is brought in to examine the bomb that killed one person. Her expertise in military artifacts makes her well-suited for the investigation—until she learns who else has been assigned to the case. Jake Laudner, a former Navy SEAL, has not forgotten his past romance with Raven. During a previous overseas mission where he served as her protector, he broke his own rule against becoming emotionally involved. Now employed by the security firm Blackout, Jake is surprised to encounter Raven again. As the investigation progresses, tension between Raven and Jake grows. Raven claims their previous relationship was merely the result of adrenaline and circumstance. Jake disagrees and intends to prove otherwise. When a killer begins targeting Raven and circumstances become urgent, she requires protection despite her reluctance. Jake is committed to protecting her this time, regardless of the cost.

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