Saving Kristen

Jack Weyland's presence on the LDS bestsellers list is sure to continue with this thrilling new novel!When Kristen Boone leaves Ashton, Idaho, to attend school at UCLA, she plans to pursue a career in theater and dance. But her plans are derailed when she meets Chad Nieteri, a wealthy, carefree, California boy who is intrigued by Kristen's wholesome Mormon values and begins dating her. What Kristen doesn't know is that Chad is also the leader of a gang of young men who support their extravagant lifestyles by impersonating police officers and stealing from illegal drug manufacturers and dealers. When Kristen learns the truth about Chad and his friends, Chad sets out to silencer her! Readers will discover, along with Kristen, what true friendship means, and why the only way to find safety and real joy in today's world is to live the gospel.About the AuthorJack Weyland, one of the bestselling and most prolific authors of LDS fiction ever, received a bachelor's degree from Montana State University and a Ph.D. from Brigham Young University. He teaches physics at BYU-Idaho, where he is also known for his saxophone playing and his wry sense of humor. He and his wife, Sheryl, have five children and live in Rexburg, Idaho.