JustRead Tours Blog Tour: The Day Sarah Ran Away by Janell Goodrich York

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Title: The Day Sarah Ran Away 
Series: The Sisterhood Pie Pact #1 
Author: Janell Goodrich York 
Publisher: Scrivenings Press 
Release Date: August 19, 2025 
Genre: Women’s Fiction

A heartfelt tale of discovery and resilience when plans fall apart. 

Sarah Goodwin loved her life as a stay-at-home mom, pouring her heart into every moment with her only daughter, Emma. But now, Emma is off at college and rarely visits or answers her calls, leaving Sarah feeling adrift in a sea of routines—no more soccer games, fundraisers, dress shopping, or birthday parties. As each monotonous day blends into the next, Sarah longs for something more. 

When Emma announces she’ll be home for the summer to plan her wedding, Sarah is thrilled at the thought of shared dreams, endless to-do lists, and the promise of reconnecting. But her perfect summer quickly unravels when unexpected events send her on a daring journey with new companions—an adventure filled with twists, revelations, and surprises she never saw coming. 

As Sarah journeys west, questions loom. What will her husband do when he discovers she’s gone? Where will this journey lead her? And most importantly, what lies ahead for Sarah now?  

Women's Fiction is always a good read. The Day Sarah Ran Away by Janell Goodrich York is the latest in this genre that I have read. The book is the First book inThe Sisterhood Pie Pact Series. 

I was very intrigued in this storyline from the very first pages. The main character in this book is Sarah Goodwin. Sarah has been a Stay at Home for over 20yrs and is feeling the "empty nest" with her only child, Emma, away at College. Life takes a huge turn, just as Emma is expected home for the Summer, when Sarah "runs away". Sarah takes a cross country journey with new friends that she met at a local coffee shop. 

I can honestly say this storyline is a "dream" of mine, to take a Road Trip with friends and decompress and embrace the new stage in life. We are not empty nesters yet, as my Young Adult Sons still are at home. I laughed, I cried from laughing so hard, I had all the warm feelings while reading this book. The characters in this book, though fiction, come to life and represent real life happenings for many Empty Nesters and those moving into a next stage in life. This is the Debut Novel for the author and it is OUTSTANDING. I am very excited to read the next books in this series. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Women's Fiction! AMAZING BOOK!

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Janell Goodrich York is a retired high school guidance counselor. She was born in Indiana, but raised in a small town in Southwest Missouri. Janell loves to travel, especially to beach destinations. She loves to hang out with her family and spoil her two dogs. Janell lives in Missouri with her wonderful husband, Jim. Her first book, The Day Sarah Ran Away, was published by Scrivenings Press August 2025.

Connect with Janell by visiting janellyork.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.

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(1) winner will receive a paperback copy of The Day Sarah Ran Away and book swag!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 1, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 8, 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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