-- Christian mystery author Betty Johansen has launched a new set of book recommendations and character guides designed for readers who enjoy faith-based stories with suspense and clarity.
Read more here: https://bettyjohansen.com/2023/08/02/christian-mysteries-why-i-love-them/
Johansen, author of Lilli’s Song and Hawaiian Wildflower, developed the project to support Christian readers looking for clean mystery fiction. The character lists are crafted to help readers track roles and relationships as they follow intricate plotlines.
“Many of us enjoy a good mystery but struggle to keep track of who’s who,” Johansen said. “I started making character lists for myself, and then realized other readers might appreciate having those notes already prepared.”
Johansen’s blog highlights select Christian mystery books, with recommendations grouped by author and series. Featured writers include Tamar Myers, Terri Blackstock, and Vannetta Chapman. Each review on Johansen’s website includes a synopsis, a list of key characters, and links to purchase the book.
The reviews are hosted on Betty Johansen's website, where visitors can also learn about Johansen’s own fiction. Her novel Lilli’s Song follows the strange disappearance of a 14-year-old girl in the fictional town of Skyport, Texas. With space aliens and spiritual questions in the mix, the story blends mystery with elements of Christian belief.
In Hawaiian Wildflower, Johansen explores what happens when beauty hides danger. The story centers on a young woman from Hawaii whose arrival in Lubbock, Texas, shakes a family’s foundation. Both books reflect Johansen’s belief in meaningful fiction that avoids offensive content and upholds Christian values.
“I write the kind of stories I want to read,” Johansen said. “No graphic violence, no vulgarity—just strong plots, moral clarity, and characters trying to do what’s right.”
Church groups, book clubs, and individual readers interested in faith-driven suspense can find the full list of reviewed titles and character guides on her website. New entries are added regularly as Johansen continues to expand the resource.
About Betty Johansen
Betty Johansen is a Christian mystery writer based in West Texas. A former science teacher, she began writing novels later in life to fill a gap she saw in the mystery genre—clean, faith-conscious stories with substance. Her books combine suspense with Christian themes, aiming to offer both entertainment and insight.
Interested parties can learn more at: https://bettyjohansen.com/2023/08/02/christian-mysteries-why-i-love-them/
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