by Philip Eliot | Feb 19, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
One buried mistake. One woman he never stopped loving. One secret that could destroy them both. Fifteen years ago, Vic McCabe was on a fast track to ruin—until one night turned into a nightmare and everything he loved was ripped away. He walked away with a life sentence of regret…and a past he swore would stay buried. Now Vic is a powerful billionaire contractor with a reputation for getting things done—and a heart he keeps locked down tight. But when a relentless reporter starts digging into the scandal that once shattered his life, the truth threatens to explode all over again. And this time, it won’t just destroy him. It will destroy her. To stop the fallout, Vic has no choice but to find the only woman he ever loved—the woman who disappeared behind a new name, a new life, and a wall of hate he earned. Because the evidence surfacing now isn’t just reopening an old wound…it’s pointing to something darker. Someone has been watching. Someone has been waiting. And if Vic can’t earn her trust before the truth goes public, he’ll lose her all over again—along with the family she’s fought to protect. Buy now and start Don’t Stop Me —Book 1 in the McCabe Brothers romantic suspense series.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 19, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
A high-heat small town romance with suspense from author Clio Evans. You’re Next. I was in the wrong place at the wrong time—and that moment changed me forever. After walking in on a masked man murdering my neighbor, I went back to the one place I swore I’d never step foot in again. Citrus Cove. The sleepy town hasn’t changed much, but the people have. Including my old high school bully, Cameron Harlow. He’s the last person I want to see. He should be the last person I want . But Cameron Harlow has been dreaming of the day he’d see me again, and wants to set things right. Our history makes me hate him, but he’s sinfully hot, has that sexy southern charm, and calls me sunshine. How can I resist him? When the danger I’ve been running from shows up in my hometown, Cameron becomes my sole refuge. Someone is watching me. Following me. They want me dead. From the ashes of our broken beginnings, all we want is our happy ending. But the killer has other ideas and the only way Cam and I have a future together is if we live to see it…
by Philip Eliot | Feb 19, 2026 | Dark Romance |
Laurel just wanted to survive college, keep her father fed, and fly under the radar. Delivering pizzas was supposed to be the safe kind of side hustle, until the night she witnesses a murder at Ashford House, the most elite and secretive fraternity on campus. Now she’s a prisoner of The Order , a blood-bound society that controls everything from politics to police. They rule with ritual, obedience, and violence, and they’ve decided Laurel doesn’t get to leave. At the center of it all is Carrson Ashford, heir to the powerful Ashford legacy. Cold. Commanding. Infuriatingly magnetic. Under the rules of The Order, he “bonds” her, marking Laurel as his. Body. Mind. Soul. But Laurel isn’t here to be claimed. Not without a fight. To save her father and her future, Laurel must navigate a twisted realm of initiation rites, brutal secrets, and a bond that may destroy them both. In this world, there’s one rule: obey or die. But love doesn’t follow rules. And neither does Laurel. ? Dark academia meets Southern Gothic in this emotionally intense, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, morally gray, twisted college romance filled with secrets, violence, and impossible love. Perfect for fans of Penelope Douglas, LJ Shen, Shantel Tessier, and Sierra Simone. EARLY PRAISE FOR PRETTY VICIOUS “Infinity stars! Truly. OBSESSED!” — Sarah P., ????? “Pretty Vicious is hands down THE BEST Secret Society/College Dark Romance! I was giddy the whole way through.” — AmesChicReads, ????? “If you want possessive love, violence , and chemistry that could burn a city —this is it.” — Holly L., ????? “The tension is dark, dangerous, and absolutely delicious.” — Dawn G., ????? “The tension and secret-society vibes were strong. And the spice was DEFINITELY there. YUM!” — LatinaMom, ????? “ He makes her stronger and she breaks down his walls.” — Amanda U., ????? “The first and only book where I have literally kicked my feet and giggled!” — Justina, ????? “A mix of dark mystery, forbidden love, and danger that keeps your heart racing. I can’t stop thinking about it.” — Akku, ????? “Original, layered, and deeply atmospheric. This book balances darkness and softness SO well. ” — Julie W., ????? “Complex, flawed, magnetic characters… romantic, yes, but also full of teeth.” — Alisha H., ????? “Devoured it in 24 hours and haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Easily one of my favorite reads of the year.” — Janeen T., ????? “One of the best books I’ve read all year!” — Kaitlin S., ????? “Forbidden romance, forced proximity, enemies to lovers —all wrapped up in a delicious bow.” — Stella G., ????? “Dark, emotional, and addictive in the best way. ” — Kaitlin K., ????? “I could yap about this book for hours. I’m already telling everyone about it—and I can’t wait to force them to read it!” — Holly, ????? “A beautifully written, emotionally resonant, and utterly engaging story.” — Lily, ????? “A heroine who inspires you without even trying. I adored her resilience.” — Mandy S., ????? “I would give it six stars if I could. Hit the nail on the head with everything I look for in a book.” — Sam T., ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 19, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
A sassy, spicy and hilarious sports romcom for fans of Emily Henry and Meghan Quinn. Miss Congeniality meets the Superbowl! ‘A really fun, spicy read…I’d recommend it to anyone who enjoys Elle Kennedy or Grace Reilly books’ ‘Once upon a time, those lips would have curved with a tender smile while his eyes would have roamed across my face, like he was reading a book and he enjoyed the words. Now his expression is stony as if he no longer sees anything worth his interest…’ Spicy ? ? ? TOUCHDOWN FOR LOVE It’s been years since Lily’s heart was shattered by her college sweetheart and star quarterback, Tate Donaghue. Now, he’s a high-profile NFL player, and unfortunately for Lily, her latest security assignment. For Tate, Lily left all those years ago without so much as a backward glance let alone an explanation. But pretending he’s in love with her now is easier than he’d like to admit… With the countdown on to the biggest game in the NFL’s history and the threat level intensifying, can Lily and Tate move on from the past – or will they fumble the ball, and their relationship, when it matters most? Tropes: Forced Proximity Enemies to lovers Second chance romance Fake dating Readers can’t get enough of The Big Game : ????? ‘The spicy scenes were hot! ‘ ‘ I devoured this in a single sitting …truly delivered on the Miss Congeniality premise’ ‘ Dammit was I entertained! I couldn’t flip the pages fast enough… I love seeing a FIERCE female in action!’ ‘A fun and spicy sports romance…If you’re looking for a sports romance with spice and Miss Congeniality vibes, read this book!’ ‘Had me gripped from the prologue, it was such a unique take on a sports romance… I read the whole thing in one sitting! ‘ ‘The spicy scenes were delicious ‘ ‘Fast-paced, and the second chance + enemies to lovers romance happened in a really satisfactory way ??’ ‘I flew through this book …it’s just that good’ ‘These two had a bumpy journey to a HEA, but it was a fun and entertaining read’
by Philip Eliot | Feb 19, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
My whole life changed in the blink of an eye. I was supposed to start college on the Harkness Women’s hockey team. Now I’m showing up in a wheelchair instead. There’s only one person who understands. Across the hall, in the other handicapped-accessible dorm room, lives the too-delicious-to-be real Adam Hartley. He’s a hockey player too, but his leg is broken in two places. We bond over broken elevators and video games. We’re just friends, of course, until one night when things fall apart. Or fall together. All I know is that I’m falling. Hard. But can Hartley love someone as broken as me? His deep brown eyes hold their own demons. While my troubles are visible for everyone to see, his are hidden deep inside… If you love charming hockey player heroes and friends-to-lovers match-ups, download The Year We Fell Down today! “Nobody writes hockey like Sarina Bowen.” – Elle Kennedy, New York Times bestselling author of The Deal.
