by Philip Eliot | Jan 6, 2026 | Historical Romance |
A schoolteacher finds love, loss, and happiness in West Texas. – Val Verde County, Texas, 1916 – Weary of her family’s relentless pursuit of a suitable husband for her, twenty-two-year-old Ester Hammon responds to an advertisement seeking a teacher for Twelve Mile School, a small county school far away from her overprotective Dallas family. But nothing prepared her for what she faced when stepping off the train in the small, dusty town of Del Rio, Texas. Living with a ranching family three miles from the school, Ester learned how to shoot in case of a raid by Pancho Villa, a skill that quickly proved useful, causing Ester to question whether she was meant for such a wild place. Rancher Grant McKey had no time for love. As a single parent, the schoolteacher living on his ranch was just there for his six-year-old daughter, but adversity has a way of bonding disparate hearts. Attacked by the Villistas, Ester’s bravery saves Grant, but a shocking proposal will forever change their future. Publisher’s Note: Readers who enjoy heartfelt tales of life, faith, and romance will not want to miss this endearing series set in West Texas, highlighting the struggles and delights of life in the early 1900s. Hearts of Texas Series The Widow Jane Parker The River Rider The Twelve Mile School Honor Versus Lies
by Philip Eliot | Jan 6, 2026 | Historical Romance |
Can the Devil ever be reformed? Calvina Bracewell’s world is changed overnight when she reluctantly marries a man who is wealthy and incredibly attractive. But is he also the devil? Lord Rupert ‘Devil’ Glennister is both admired and feared. His uncanny ability with cards and his notorious success with women seem to hint at mysterious forces helping him. His respectable wife Calvina misses her former love Toby, and experiences mysterious attacks. But in time, will her marriage turn into one of passion? Something sinister is around the corner in The Devil’s Bride , a suspenseful and sexy tale from award winning author Lucy Gordon. If you loved Fifty Shades of Grey , you’ll love this mysterious regency romance. Praise for Lucy Gordon ‘Everything you could want from a historical romance’ – Holly Kinsella, author of Tell Him About It Lucy Gordon began working life on a British women’s magazine, where she interviewed celebrities such as Sir Roger Moore and Sir Alec Guinness. Since 1984, she has been publishing her romance novels – twice winning the Romance Writers of America RITA Award for the Best Traditional Romance. She is now married to a Venetian artist and together, they have lived in different parts of Italy, though currently live in her native England.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 6, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Doctor Delight I’m trying to keep my job. He’s trying my patience. Dr. Griffin Martin is the biggest jerk in the ER—arrogant, demanding, and impossible to work with. No one wants to deal with him, but I don’t have a choice. He pushes me to my limit until, one day, I snap. In front of everyone—patients, nurses, even the Chief of Medicine—I tell him exactly what I think. I expect to be fired. Instead, he’s… intrigued. Griffin isn’t just my boss. He’s a billionaire with a past he won’t talk about, and a reputation that keeps everyone at arm’s length. But when I see past the walls he’s built, I realize there’s more to him than the arrogant doctor I thought I knew. And now, he’s determined to break through my walls, too. Doctor Delight is the first book in the Mercy Medical Emergency series, filled with fiery clashes, undeniable chemistry, and a romance that will leave you breathless. Doctor Bossy I was supposed to land my dream job. Instead, I landed in the ER—where my doctor is the man who ruined my chances. Amelia McCall had the worst day of her life. A confrontation at the grocery store led to disaster, and now, she’s face-to-face with the infuriating man responsible—Dr. Kent Johns. He’s bossy. Controlling. Stubborn as hell. And yet, when he asks her to be his last-minute wedding date, she shocks herself by saying yes. Kent Johns likes control in all aspects of life, but Amelia throws him off balance. She’s unpredictable, passionate, and completely under his skin. What starts as one night quickly turns into something more, something he never expected—something he might not be able to live without. Doctor Bossy is a sizzling, opposites-attract medical romance with all the banter, steam, and heart you love. Doctor Rebel He was supposed to be a temporary distraction. Now, I don’t know how to let him go. Lucy knew Dr. Chance Devereaux was trouble from the moment she saw him in her father’s pub—tall, brooding, and far too attractive for his own good. When she finds out he’s the new chief of the emergency department, she agrees to show him around Vancouver. Strictly as friends. But Chance isn’t looking for friendship. One night changes everything, and suddenly, Lucy is tangled in something she never saw coming. Chance is everything she swore to avoid—too charming, too intense, and too impossible to resist. He’s falling hard. She’s too afraid to catch him. Doctor Enemy I broke her heart once. Now, I’ll do anything to win her back. I should have chosen her. But when it came down to love or my career, I made the wrong choice. Ava has every reason to hate me. She’s a brilliant cardiac surgeon, driven and dedicated, and she wants nothing to do with me. But when she needs a co-chair for the biggest fundraiser of the year, I see my chance. I’m going to prove to her that I’ve changed. She’s my only regret. My greatest mistake. And this time, I’m not letting her go. Doctor Tyrant He’s my impossible, infuriating, grumpy boss. And I might be falling for him. Dr. Christian Bradford is the best cardiologist in Vancouver—and the most unbearable man I’ve ever met. I was hired as his nanny, but it turns out he thinks I need supervision. He has a schedule for everything, a rule for every situation, and absolutely no patience for my refusal to obey. I push back. He pushes harder. And somehow, under all that tension, something else is growing. Something dangerous. Something neither of us expected. But giving in means breaking every rule we’ve set. And if we cross that line, there’s no turning back.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 6, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
What’s a girl to do when her longtime hockey crush offers her a marriage of convenience? Say YES. Obviously. I’ve spent three years lusting after Grammercy Graves on my (supposedly anonymous) hockey romance podcast—breaking down his stats, his plays, that panty-melting Cajun accent… The entire internet knows he’s my dream guy. What they don’t know? I’m a broke single mom who just lost her job—and the health insurance my daughter needs. When Grammercy finds me crying in a supply closet at a team party, he offers the wildest solution: Fake marriage. Real benefits. One year. No strings. No S-E-X. Just shared coverage and a room with my name on it. But he’s so good with my daughter. So generous, so funny, so kind. And when it’s just the two of us? He treats me like I’m someone special. Like I’m his. Soon, every kiss for the cameras turns into a kiss we can’t stop, and it’s getting harder and harder to remember this is all pretend. There’s just one secret that could ruin it all—my podcast, the one that proves I wasn’t telling the whole story when we first “met.” When he finds out, will he walk away… Or make my wildest fangirl fantasies come true?
by Philip Eliot | Jan 6, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
It’s our tenth wedding anniversary . . . and my husband is planning to kill me. He’s organized the perfect cruise — and the perfect murder. His new girlfriend (my replacement) is waiting in the wings. Our luxury cruise ship departs from Florida. Its destination — paradise. A surprise gift from Andre. Our first proper vacation in five years. A second honeymoon. He’s bought me the perfect outfit. The champagne is flowing. Everything’s going to plan. Andre’s plan. He thinks he’ll get away with it. But he doesn’t know what I’m capable of. Not yet. AN EXHILARATING BLEND OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE, NAIL-BITING TENSION AND A MIND-BLOWING FINAL TWIST. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Liane Moriarty, Daniel Hurst, T.M. Logan, Lucy Clarke, Sarah Goodwin, Patricia MacDonald and Shari Lapena. READERS LOVE THE SECOND HONEYMOON : ????? ‘Wow, just wow! I devoured this book in a day and could not put it down . . . I wish I could read it over again!’ Aimee U. ????? ‘A brilliant, twisty and gripping thriller . . . I loved, LOVED the ending !’ Sharon V. ????? ‘ Totally gripping all the way through.’ Julie S. ????? ‘ Brilliant from start to finish .’ Anita W. ????? ‘So many twists and turns. Kept me on the edge of my seat ! I couldn’t put it down!’ Kat M. ????? ‘ Loved, loved, loved this book . . . With a jaw-dropping final twist, this is a dark, gripping read that fans of domestic thrillers won’t be able to put down.’ Laurie E. ????? ‘This book slapped me in the face, in the best way possible . . . It’s giving Freida McFadden vibes, and I’m loving it .’ Jillian G. ????? ‘An addictive, fast-paced, rollercoaster ride! WOW!! Never in a million years did I see that twist coming, it literally blew my socks off . . . Absolutely FANTASTIC !!’ NetGalley Reviewer ????? ‘Delivers tension, surprises, and a satisfying dose of intrigue. A truly addictive read you won’t want to put down.’ Joanne D.
