Welcome to the Blog Tour for Waylaid by Jerusha Agen, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Waylaid
Series: Windy City Westons #1
Author: Jerusha Agen
Publisher: SDG Words, LLC
Release Date: March 27, 2025
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense
****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****
Someone wants to kill her. She wants the killer to finish the job.
Spring Weston will do anything to rise in the ranks of pro cycling and prove she isn’t the one failure of the five Weston siblings. Anything except cheat. When she learns of doping on her cycling team, she’s determined to uncover the truth. But she can’t if she’s dead.
Sergeant Torin Cotter may not be the hero the public thinks he is, but he recognizes fear when he sees it. When he takes over the investigation of the collision that landed Spring in the hospital, he’s compelled to protect her from whatever danger she’s in, even though he knows he might fail. Again.
Spring’s faith in God isn’t enough to help her face the living nightmare she awakened to after the accident. But neither she nor the handsome sergeant see the greater threat that’s coming until it’s too late.
If they’re going to survive, Spring and Torin will not only have to confront their worst fears—they’ll have to find a reason to live.
Waylaid is the first installment in the thrilling Windy City Westons series that features five siblings who encounter danger and love in the city of Chicago.
My Review
This story is packed with intensity, just like Agen’s other novels. The plot is complicated, with several storylines that connect in surprising ways. Both Spring and Torin have their wounds—physically, mentally, or emotionally. I appreciated watching how their relationship grew, from distrust to trust. Faith plays a major role here; both characters learn to rely on God again. The message is clear—hard times don’t mean God has forgotten you. It’s a beautiful truth to hold onto.
A murderer is threatening Spring while warning her not to reveal the truth about her accident. Torin is determined to keep her safe. Spring worries that someone might die because of her. I admired how Torin was such a good man. Despite losing his wife, he still gives his best, even when he's hurting inside.
The buildup to the big reveal kept me on edge. I had my suspicions about who the villain might be. Naturally, as with all of Agen’s books, there are many twists and surprises. The story kept me guessing until the very end.
I’m eager to read more about the Weston siblings. It was fun to see them come together to support their sister, Spring. Their father, on the other hand, came across as mean and proud. I wonder if he will change as more books in the series come out.
If you’ve never read a book by Jerusha Agen, this one is a good choice. It has suspenseful scenes, family drama, and a sweet romance. Waylaid offers plenty of excitement for fans of Christian Romantic Suspense.
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About the Author
Jerusha Agen imagines danger around every corner but knows God is there, too. So naturally, she writes suspense infused with the hope of salvation in Jesus Christ. With a B.A. in English and a background in screenwriting, Jerusha is a speaker, writing instructor, and Fear Warrior who sounds the call to battle against fear in our everyday lives. Jerusha loves to hang out with her big furry dogs and little furry cats. You’ll often find her sharing irresistibly adorable photos of them in her newsletter and on social media.
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Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will receive a signed paperback of Waylaid, a $25 Barnes and Noble gift card, and a Waylaid mug, notebook, and magnet!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 14, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 21, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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