Christian mystery writer Betty Johansen has announced the re-release of her novel Hawaiian Wildflower, a gripping whodunit set in Lubbock, Texas.
-- Blending elements of suspense, faith, and psychological intrigue, Hawaiian Wildflower explores marriage, fidelity, deception, and the battle between good and evil through a Christian lens.
More information is available at https://bettyjohansen.com/2023/08/02/christian-mysteries-why-i-love-them
Set in Lubbock, Texas, Hawaiian Wildflower follows Dillon West, a happily married accountant whose world takes a perilous turn with the arrival of Maylea Kanaka, a strikingly beautiful woman from Oahu. Captivated by Maylea, Dillon finds himself drawn into a web of infatuation that threatens his family and faith. This fascination is short-lived, however, when Dillon begins to uncover unsettling details about Maylea. As secrets unravel and danger escalates, Dillon must confront the darkness lurking beneath Maylea’s captivating exterior.
Through masterful storytelling and deep insight into the human condition, Johansen crafts a tale where outer beauty conceals inner ugliness. In line with her Christian values and the cozy mystery genre, Johansen's story is free of explicit language and morbid depictions.
“When I discovered cozy mysteries, I knew I had found my genre," says Johansen. "This inspired me to write Christian mysteries that entertain while providing a satisfying sense of justice in a clean and meaningful way.”
Johansen was particularly inspired to write Hawaiian Wildflower as a response to the notion that love and hate are two sides of the same coin. She believes true love does not transform into hatred overnight. Accordingly, her Christian mystery novels portray characters facing real struggles, yet instead of despair, they lean into their faith to overcome challenges. Readers journey through these experiences alongside the characters, offering opportunities for reflection and personal growth.
Johansen’s other works include Lilli’s Song, a mystery with a science fiction twist set in Skyport, Texas, and Darkness Under His Feet, set in the fictional town of Deepwater which warns of the dangers of embracing charismatic doctrine.
On her website, Johansen provides reviews and recommendations of her favorite mystery series, including Tamar Myers' Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery Series and Vanetta Chapman’s Amish Village Mystery Series.
A lifelong resident of West Texas, Johansen was originally a teacher before pursuing her passion for writing. A devoted fan of Agatha Christie, she admires how the legendary author captivated audiences without resorting to gory content. Johansen’s Christian mysteries reflect her belief that storytelling can be entertaining, thought-provoking, and faith-affirming, offering readers both intrigue and justice within a world guided by God's vision of right and wrong.
Learn more by visiting https://bettyjohansen.com/hawaiian-wildflower
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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/
Source: NewsNetwork
Release ID: 89153077
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