by Philip Eliot | Jul 23, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
A brutal murder. A castle under siege. A family torn apart by the Scottish Reformation.Scotland, 1546. When Protestant rebels seize St Andrews Castle and assassinate Cardinal Beaton, the most powerful man in Scotland, young Will Seton joins the occupiers, convinced he is fighting for a better future.His sister Bethia fears he has made a terrible mistake.As the castle comes under siege and Scotland edges towards religious war, Bethia watches her family become caught between powerful forces beyond their control. While Will endures hunger, fear and mounting despair behind the castle walls, Bethia must decide how far she is willing to go to save the brother she loves—even if it means risking everything.But this is more than a conflict between brother and sister. As Henry VIII pressures Scotland to surrender its independence and secure the marriage of the infant Mary Queen of Scots to his son, the future of an entire nation hangs in the balance.Based on the dramatic true events of the Siege of St Andrews Castle, The Castilians is a gripping tale of faith, loyalty, courage and survival during one of the most turbulent periods in Scottish history.The Castilians is Book One of The Seton Chronicles, an award-winning and best-selling historical fiction series spanning Scotland, Venice, France and Constantinople during the turbulent years of the Reformation’Historical Fiction at its absolute best.’ — Booklymatters’By the end, I found myself hoping for a sequel, which shows how much I enjoyed this excellent novel.’ — Historical Novel Society’A clever blend of fact and fiction… gripping action, drama galore, and a dash of romance.’ — Margaret Skea, Winner of the Beryl Bainbridge Prize’I highly recommend this intriguing novel.’ — Jean M. Roberts, The Books Delight’The darker side of St Andrews Castle’s history, written with such delightful detail I could almost taste and smell the medieval streets of the historic town.’ — Lynsey Maxwell
by Philip Eliot | Jul 23, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Hard Rock Bottom Of Your Heart is the first in The Last Best Place For Love Series.The last thing I expected was for a single dance with the woman I loved to cause so much trouble.For years, I’d danced around this flirtation with Bailey. We both knew it would eventually lead to that big, white chapel, overwhelming love, and a lifetime together that would rival any tragic love story.If it weren’t for that dance.That was the night everything changed.I’d been planning this night with Bailey since I was in third grade when I rescued her from the monkey bars.Ever since then, she was mine.She knew it. My family knew it. Hell, the entire town had been waiting for the moment I would finally make my move.Apparently, so was someone else.But there was no joy where he was concerned, only a need for revenge that would destroy any happiness the two of us shared, along with anyone in my family.No matter how hard I tried, there was no way out.Her life was in danger, and it was all because of me. And that was something I just couldn’t tolerate.She was the love of my life, but keeping her alive was more important than winning her in the end.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 23, 2026 | Christian Nonfiction |
Walk with the Israelites as they discover who they are and where they are going.As with his nine previous “Praying the Bible” books, Dr. Elmer Towns writes Praying Numbers and Deuteronomy in a poetic style, combining modern-day language with a lyrical twist.You will be amazed when the Shekinah-glory cloud lifts from the Tabernacle, the silver trumpet sounds, and three million move as one toward the Promised Land. You will be with Moses as he sees the rich grass, the waving golden grain, and the forest at the heart of the Promised Land-and as he lays down in death on top of Nebo.The Always-Present One came with a flaming fire at His right hand. Yes, [He] truly loves [His] people. He takes care of all those who belong to Him (Deuteronomy 33:2-3 PEB).Those who know how important it is to enjoy the Lord’s Word, will appreciate the delicious detail and robust research that has gone into this seminal work. The stories bring to life the wanderings of the Israelites and their ever faithful God Almighty.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 23, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
“A dark, riveting mystery.” – Kirkus ReviewsAlaska State Trooper Investigator Jake Ward is fighting two battles: one against the cancer that nearly killed him, and the other to win his badge back. Sidelined on light duty, he is desperate for action. He’s about to get more than he can handle.It starts with a simple polygraph test for a woman in custody. But when she breaks out—leaving a trail of blood and a critically injured officer behind her—Ward realizes this was no random escape.Ignoring orders to stand down, Ward plunges into an unauthorized investigation that pulls him into the darkest corners of the Alaskan wilderness. Someone is playing God. To find the truth, Ward must risk everything to confront a mastermind who targets the vulnerable, forcing him to face a chilling question: What if the human mind can do things that shouldn’t be possible?As the temperature drops and the body count rises, Ward must rely on his instincts to survive a threat smarter, faster, and stranger than anything he has ever faced.Crime fiction meets psychological suspense in this thrilling, high-stakes procedural from a retired Alaska State Trooper.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 23, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
Recovering from betrayal and loss, Jack and Kiera have found a safe haven to recuperate and train until they are ready to make their move.But nowhere is safe for long, not when you are up against the most powerful witch who ever lived, and a pair of ancient Witch Hunters, awakened from their five-hundred-year slumber to track you down.It will take all their strength and training to protect the return of witchcraft, and each other.With fresh danger and new allies, set against a stunning Cornish backdrop, book two of the Nature of the Witch trilogy continues Jack and Kiera’s quest to rebuild a world that has long since been forgotten.One where magic can flourish.
