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EPISODE · Jul 24, 2025 · 48 MIN

Faith and Suspense Thriller Novel

from Chatting With Betsy · host Betsy Wurzel

Faith and Suspense is at the heart of this compelling interview between Betsy Wurzel and John Robert Still, author of Intercessor. Written entirely on his phone, John’s debut novel combines spiritual transformation with thrilling danger, set in the atmospheric city of New Orleans.Betsy and John dive into the mysterious, eye-catching book cover and the development of main character Jim Hampton—a former lawyer being hunted by a murderous cult.As a tropical depression brews in the Gulf, Jim finds refuge and unexpected spiritual guidance from Myriam, a woman who helps him reconnect with his childhood faith.John shares how Faith and Suspense shape not just the plot of Intercessor but also its deeper themes of resilience and renewal. As Jim struggles to survive, the story reflects the powerful ways people turn to—or turn away from—their beliefs during moments of crisis.They also explore how New Orleans becomes more than just a setting—it’s a living character in the story, steeped in black magic, voodoo, and Catholic tradition.These elements lend a spiritual weight and cultural depth to the novel’s unfolding mystery.Set against this evocative backdrop, Intercessor blends Faith and Suspense into a rich, cinematic experience that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. John describes the book as “an uplifting story where Jim keeps going—because life can be a funhouse journey.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Stay inspired and keep listening to Chatting with Betsy at www.passionateworldtalkradio.com.

Faith and Suspense is at the heart of this compelling interview between Betsy Wurzel and John Robert Still, author of Intercessor. Written entirely on his phone, John’s debut novel combines spiritual transformation with thrilling danger, set in the atmospheric city of New Orleans.Betsy and John dive into the mysterious, eye-catching book cover and the development of main character Jim Hampton—a former lawyer being hunted by a murderous cult.As a tropical depression brews in the Gulf, Jim finds refuge and unexpected spiritual guidance from Myriam, a woman who helps him reconnect with his childhood faith.John shares how Faith and Suspense shape not just the plot of Intercessor but also its deeper themes of resilience and renewal. As Jim struggles to survive, the story reflects the powerful ways people turn to—or turn away from—their beliefs during moments of crisis.They also explore how New Orleans becomes more than just a setting—it’s a living character in the story, steeped in black magic, voodoo, and Catholic tradition.These elements lend a spiritual weight and cultural depth to the novel’s unfolding mystery.Set against this evocative backdrop, Intercessor blends Faith and Suspense into a rich, cinematic experience that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. John describes the book as “an uplifting story where Jim keeps going—because life can be a funhouse journey.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Stay inspired and keep listening to Chatting with Betsy at www.passionateworldtalkradio.com.

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