by Philip Eliot | Jul 22, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
On a whim of her aching heart, widow Alice McIntyre buys the Star Gazer Inn and is looking for a fresh start…something to put a spark back into her life. This series follows Alice, her sons, and her friends on the South Texas coast with its sparkling topaz water. You’ll want to dip your toes in and stay awhile as three women find friendship and courage on the shores of Corpus Christi Bay. Come visit the Star Gazer Inn, with a side trip to the McIntyre Ranch, as Alice finds her way between two worlds.Book 1: New beginnings take determination…Welcome back to Star Gazer Inn. Alice McIntyre’s fresh start after buying the Star Gazer Inn is filling her days, and she’s now ready to open with the help of her best friend Lisa’s culinary skills and uplifting attitude.Book 2: Alice’s son Dallas is realizing he may not have what it takes to continue riding in the pro rodeo bull riding circuit. He’s home at the South Texas McIntyre Ranch after injuring his shoulder and checking out what’s going on at his mother’s new inn. When he meets a beautiful woman on the beach under unusual circumstances, he has no idea how his life is about to change…Book 3: Oh the “Glamping” we will do…Riley has more than he bargained for as the venue opens, and the women show up in droves ready to be pampered while roughing it on the ranch’s beach side retreat. And the woman he’s been hoping he would find just pulled into the park…Book 4: Life is beginning a new on Star Gazer Island and you are invited to attend as Alice McIntyre is about to take that step as her family and friends attend her wedding to Seth.Meanwhile, Alice’s son Tucker has poured himself into the ranch after losing the love of his life several years ago. He’s watched his mother start over after losing his dad, and he’s watched his brothers find love and happiness. But can he? And then she walks in and sets his world spinning.Book 5: Life on Star Gazer Island and the McIntyre Ranch near Corpus Christi Texas is progressing wonderfully for Alice since finding love again and watching her sons do the same.And now babies are on the way! Let the fun began.But her friend Lisa hasn’t been so lucky, and as happy as Alice is her heart is hurting for Lisa. But Alice is rooting for the attraction she sees between Lisa and her assistant chef, Zane.Book 6: On the shores of Star Gazer Island and the acres of McIntyre Ranch love is in the air—it’s Christmas so a glamping we will go, a glamping we shall go, down to the seaside… a glamping all the way!Yes, Christmas is coming, Alice’s second since finding love again and happily watching her sons do the same. Now her number of grandchildren is growing—and yes, once again, love is in the air.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 22, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Escape to Greece and fall in love this summer ?? The BRAND NEW sun-soaked, age gap romance from Mandy Baggot, bestselling author of One Greek Summer Wedding!Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Jo Thomas!’Sizzling chemistry and a romance from the heart – an absolute gem of a novel.’ Fay KeenanForty-year-old Faye Lawson is falling back in love with life at last. Finally divorced from her cheating husband, she has turned her back on the UK and has been living the Greek dream in Corfu managing a beautiful traditional boutique hotel.For Kostas Petsas, twenty-something ex-professional basketball player, life as he has always known it is over. Having to take early-retirement because of injury, he’s at a loss as to what to do next. But when a piece of land in Corfu comes on the market, it seems this might be the perfect fit. There’s just a couple of things in the way… an area of natural beauty and… a little hotel on the beach.Kostas has never met any woman like Faye before – she doesn’t behave around him how women usually do, and, when conflict starts to surface, it seems they can’t see eye-to-eye on anything. Or perhaps, when things get body-to-body, both of them begin to wonder if it can turn into heart-to-heart.Escape to the beautiful island of Corfu with Mandy Baggot – queen of Greek summer romance!’A sun-drenched Greek escape – hopeful, heartfelt and irresistibly romantic’ Sandy Barker’Pure armchair escapism. Summer Ever After has all the ingredients for a fabulous read – beautiful setting, a recently divorced heroine finding herself and an irresistibly attractive hero.’ Lucy Mitchell’This book has all the feels. Sizzling chemistry, glorious setting and is so uplifting I raced through it.’ Jo Lyons’Another fun-filled romantic escapade from Queen of Corfu Mandy Baggot… A sun-drenched island, an older woman younger man romance and a treehouse dwelling grandma, Summer Ever After is the perfect pick-me-up!’ Victoria Springfield’Definitely one to be read on a sunlounger by the sea with a cocktail in hand! Go on, get reading!’ ?????????? Reader Review’I loved this book so much. from the title to the cover to the story it was simply perfect’ ?????????? Reader Review’Stunning scenery, warm, likeable characters and the beginning of a love story. Who could ask for more? I certainly couldn’t. A goegeous read.’ ?????????? Reader Review’This book will whisk you away to Greece. It’s easy to see that Mandy Baggot not only loves Greece but knows just how to make it jump off the page — perfect for the armchair traveller. And what a gorgeous story. Romantic. Funny. Hopeful. Heartfelt.’ ?????????? Reader Review’Emotional and poignant… beautifully written and so evocative. A truly fantastic read!’ ?????????? Reader Review
by Philip Eliot | Jul 22, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
Two Texas lawmen-turned-new-fathers vow to protect the women they love in these two romantic suspense novels from the USA Today–bestselling author.LucasTexas Ranger Lucas Ryland was shocked and hurt when Hailey Darrow disappeared after a shared night of passion. Then he found her unconscious in a wrecked car with a fake ID. The one who got away was leaving town with his baby. Now Hailey is awake and still in danger. And Lucas must use every protective instinct in his arsenal to keep Hailey and their infant son safe.DruryWhen FBI agent Drury Ryland returns to his family’s cattle ranch in Texas, he’s confronted with the ghosts of his past . . . and a threat to his future. Caitlyn Denson, the woman who broke his heart, arrives with a killer on her trail and a newborn daughter in her arms. Drury must protect the family he never had, but professional boundaries blur as their enemy shifts into stark focus . . .
by Philip Eliot | Jul 22, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
A chilling psychological horror novel filled with twists about the connection between our world and the beyond.Sam Avery sees things no one else can…Gruesome spirits have haunted and plagued Sam since childhood. He believes he is alone in this terrifying ability, until he meets beautiful Amanda Foster, who can hear the voices of the dead.Amanda tells Sam there are even more like them, a group she calls her spirit circle, comprised of powerful individuals endowed with the abilities to seek out and commune with the dead.At first, Sam eagerly accepts the invitation to join this circle but slowly begins to grow suspicious about it—and Amanda’s—true purpose.Does she really want to use Sam’s power to help free unfortunate spirits trapped in the physical world? Or is there something more sinister Amanda has planned, a darker, more twisted truth that lies unseen? Experience a harrowing psychological horror novel filled with dark twists as Sam digs into the truth behind the connection between our world and the supernatural.Grab your copy today and read if you dare!
by Philip Eliot | Jul 22, 2026 | Historical Romance |
In this Regency romance series opener by the bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin mysteries, a family’s future rests on a daughter’s engagement.Isabella Beverley is blessed with unparalleled beauty but, unfortunately, has been raised in the most snobbish and haughtiest of families. And when her father gambles away their fortune—including Mannerling, the exquisite family mansion—Isabella discovers there is very little sympathy for her plight. As the eldest, Isabella is chosen to court Mr. Judd, the roguish bachelor who won Mannerling. Surely no sacrifice is too great to regain their home? But tempting her away from Mr. Judd is Lord Fitzpatrick, an Irish rake who fears Isabella can never love a man as she does her home—but is nonetheless determined to convince her to choose man over manse!”Another easy entertainment from a veteran romancer.”—Kirkus Reviews
Review “[Beaton’s] plotting–precision-paced, pleasingly peopled, predictable, and tidy–is enjoyable. Another easy entertainment from a veteran romancer.”– “Kirkus Reviews” From the Inside Flap ng . . . A delight.”–Detroit Free PressCOULD SHE EVER LOVE A GENTLEMAN AS MUCH AS SHE LOVED HER MAGNIFICENT HOME?Isabella Beverley is blessed with unparalleled beauty but, unfortunately, has been raised in the most snobbish and haughtiest of families. And when her father gambles away their fortune–including Mannerling, the exquisite family mansion–Isabella discovers there is very little sympathy for her plight. As the eldest, Isabella is chosen to court Mr. Judd, the roguish bachelor who won Mannerling. Surely no sacrifice is too great to regain Mannerling? But tempting her away from Mr. Judd is Lord Fitzpatrick, an Irish rake who fears Isabella can never love a man as she does her home–but is nonetheless determined to convince her to choose man over manse!”ANOTHER WINNER.”–Rendezvous About the Author M. C. Beaton is the pen name of bestselling novelist Marion Chesney. She is a prolific writer of historical romances and small village mysteries. Born in Scotland, the author began her writing career as a fiction buyer for a Glasgow bookstore and has worked as a theater critic, newspaper reporter, and editor. The author has written under various names, most notably as M. C. Beaton for her Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin series. She also has written under the names Sarah Chester, Helen Crampton, Ann Fairfax, Marion Gibbons, Jennie Tremaine, and Charlotte Ward. The author lived in the United States, but now splits her time between the Cotswolds, England and Paris, France.
