Author Betty Johansen has released two YA Christian mystery novels, blending faith-based themes with suspenseful storytelling.
-- Betty Johansen has announced the release of two novels under Wordsmith World, expanding her contribution to the Christian mystery genre. The titles, "Hawaiian Wildflower" and "Lilli’s Song," combine faith-based storytelling with suspenseful narratives for readers who prefer mysteries that uphold moral values and biblical principles.
More information is available at https://bettyjohansen.com/2023/08/02/christian-mysteries-why-i-love-them/
The Christian mystery genre allows readers to experience the intrigue of a whodunit while maintaining wholesome, respectful content. “Betty weaves stories that challenge readers to think while providing closure grounded in moral truth,” a spokesperson for Wordsmith World said. “Her style of suspenseful fiction is one that reflects faith rather than fear.”
Johansen’s writing falls within the cozy mystery subgenre, known for its focus on emotional depth rather than graphic violence. Both of her novels avoid explicit language and scenes, ensuring accessibility for all audiences. Each story concludes with a moral resolution, reflecting the author’s belief that justice should align with spiritual integrity.
In "Lilli’s Song," the setting is the fictional town of Skyport, Texas, a community known for its unusual UFO sightings. The story centers on the disappearance of a 14-year-old girl, exploring the theological idea that supposed alien encounters may have a darker, spiritual origin.
"Hawaiian Wildflower," meanwhile, takes place in Lubbock, Texas. The novel examines the strain on a marriage when a woman from the husband’s past reappears, prompting reflections on the fine line between love and hate. Both works present moral dilemmas resolved through faith, offering thoughtful insight into human behavior and redemption.
Wordsmith World explained that the growing popularity of Christian mysteries on platforms such as Goodreads indicates a strong readership for this type of fiction, and Johansen’s books aim to serve that community by combining suspense with spiritual reflection.
A native of West Texas, Johansen previously worked as a science teacher before turning to writing. Through Wordsmith World, she continues to publish faith-based mysteries inspired by her own reading interests and her desire to create clean, purposeful entertainment.
She also dabbles in non-fiction, having written "The Bible in Brief," a book aimed at helping readers understand the Bible’s overarching story from Creation to Revelation.
Readers interested in learning more about Betty Johansen and her books may visit https://bettyjohansen.com/
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Name: Betty Johansen
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Organization: Wordsmith World
Address: Texas, Big Spring, Texas 79720, United States
Website: https://bettyjohansen.com/
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