by Philip Eliot | Feb 7, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
There are worse things than turning forty. However, I can’t seem to evade my worry of my biological clock, and my fear that time is running out. I’ve always wanted to be a mother, and with each passing day, there is a greater chance that might be a dream of mine that will never come true. And if the clock isn’t loud enough— my controlling and overly judgmental mom is. Her snide comments never go unsaid and her numerous failed attempts at setting me up with any new bachelors in town are enough to spur small town gossip for months at a time. Never mind the fact that she tried to set me up with Old Man Bucky down the street from her— the frail but sweet widow who walks with a cane and has grandchildren my age. But this isn’t about my mom or her obsessive need to see me settle down and pop out the grand babies she so desperately wants. This is about the emptiness that has lingered inside of me for so long that I worry I will never fill it. I have a lot to be thankful for in my life. I’m in good health. I run a successful cafe that I inherited from my grandparents and an incredibly handsome best friend who is willing to help make my dream of becoming a mother come true. It may not be the most conventional way to start a family, but there is no one that I trust more. Besides, we agreed that it would only happen once. Regardless of the outcome, we walk away with our friendship intact. I know this is crossing the line of friendship, but this is my one shot. It’s one night. What could possibly go wrong?
by Philip Eliot | Feb 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Clever and twisty’ Jackie Kabler ‘I loved this intriguingly unique and dark tale. It has everything I need as a reader’ ????? An unmissable psychological dark academia thriller: Saltburn meets Lucy Clarke’s The Hike WHO WILL BE THE FIRST TO BREAK? Tess enters the prestigious and exclusive Ravensthorpe Writing College with dreams of literary greatness, but soon discovers that ambition comes at a cost. Drawn into a tight-knit group with fellow writers Ethan, Theo, and Jaz, Tess’s world is upended when their charismatic tutor is found dead. Believing someone in their circle is responsible, Tess flees the elite literary world and abandons the future she once craved. Three years later, an enigmatic invitation to walk the Camino de Santiago offers Tess a chance to uncover the truth. Reunited with her former friends, including Ethan, now a literary star, Tess realises the past isn’t finished with her. Someone knows what really happened that night, and they’ll do anything to keep it buried. Readers love The Pact : ‘A dark and twisty story of the consequences of toxic ambition that will keep you guessing until the very end’ Kayte Nunn ‘ This quirky and unpredictable suspense is as twisty as Spain’s Camino de Santiago!’ Allie Reynolds ‘The path to Santiago is never straight — and neither is the truth in this gripping, twist-filled murder mystery’ Donna M Cameron ‘Pacy, twisty and layered revenge tale’ Joanna Barnard ‘Beautiful scenery, well plotted secrets and a pace that is conducive to losing your entire day’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Chilling cold cases resurface as Sheriff Red Hammergren hunts for a missing teen, exposing the dark underbelly of a storm-bound Minnesota town. “…unpredictable, with a satisfying ending…Mystery fans will enjoy…” —Booklist Amid a fierce snowstorm sweeping across rural Minnesota, near the icy shores of Hammer Lake, an isolated cabin goes up in flames, leaving a critically injured high school drug dealer and a missing girl in its wake. The disappearance propels Sheriff Red Hammergren into action to find the troubled young girl, Missy Klein, the daughter of Junior Klein—the victim of an unsolved cold case years prior. As Red peels back the layers of Missy’s vanishing, she uncovers a chilling nexus of drug trafficking pervading through her community with roots to the local high school. Unknown to Red, her investigations have roused a malevolent presence, a killer lurking within the storm…a killer that would do anything to stop the sheriff’s probing. Red soon reveals a terrifying link between Missy’s peril and the unresolved cold cases she has tirelessly sought to solve. Engulfed in a battle against both the elements and time, Red must navigate her community’s shadowy corners and frozen woods to rescue Missy and halt the advances of a killer—all before the storm engulfs the truth in its icy grasp. ___________________ Praise for Linda Norlander: “…a gripping thriller that will chill you to the bone…Linda Norlander’s well-crafted novel will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.” —Susan Hunter, author of Dangerous Habits “An outstanding series kick off! Readers will love Sheriff Red, and absolutely devour every layer of masterful misdirection in this twisty mystery.” —LynDee Walker, author of Fear No Truth “…kept me hooked from start to finish…you won’t want to miss this one.” —Ava Roberts, author of The Perfect Boyfriend ___________________ What readers are saying: ????? “Incredibly written…” ????? “…beautifully layered…” ????? “…relentless pace of action…” ????? “…strong female characters…” ????? “Thrilling start to a new series…”
by Philip Eliot | Feb 7, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Don’t miss the brand-new gripping thriller and courtroom drama full of twists and turns that will keep you up at night! ‘An impeccable blend of courtroom drama, mystery thriller and social commentary … a true masterpiece’ Andrea Mara ‘Timely … Suspenseful and unpredictable’ iPaper ‘A brilliantly thought-provoking read’ Crime Monthly ‘The kind of crime fiction that eventually becomes social history’ Literary Review * * * * Lily and Safa were best friends growing up. Now, Lily is the nation’s favourite breakfast TV presenter and Safa, once a renowned journalist, is reeling from a recent fall from grace. When news breaks about suspicious bruises on Lily’s body, Safa attempts to rekindle their old friendship. But Lily claims the bruises are nothing to worry about. And then one night the police are called to Lily’s home. Lily is strangely calm – and a body lies dead at her feet. Lily pleads not guilty, and then says nothing more. Driven by her desire to give a voice to all victims, Safa begins her own investigation into what happened that night. But Safa is not prepared for what her quest for justice will uncover … * * * * Praise for Kia Abdullah ‘One of my ten best reads of the year. Easy five stars’ Lisa Jewell ‘Terrific and hugely thought-provoking’ Ian Rankin ‘Rich in drama and intrigue. Kept me turning the pages long into the night. Bloody superb’ Graham Bartlett, author of Bad For Good ‘Abdullah draws out the truth with compassion, charting with notable understanding the ever-changing currents in human relations’ The Times ‘Timely and powerful, Abdullah’s fourth novel lets no one off the hook’ Guardian ‘Gripping’ Woman’s Weekly
by Philip Eliot | Feb 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
From the pen of a former intelligence officer. Over 2000 5* reviews. Six explosive thrillers. 1700 pages of action and suspense. If you love Jack Reacher, Bravo Two Zero, The Day of the Jackal and Chris Ryan you’ll love these exhilarating thrillers. ‘John MacRae has written something pacy, exciting and totally up to the minute . . . the plot, dialogue and sheer adrenaline of this book makes it unputdownable .’ New York Times bestselling author Andrew Roberts READERS LOVE THE VENGEANCE MAN SERIES: ????? ‘I am now hooked on this series .’ Mr J.A. ????? ‘ Full of action and full of twists and turns .’ Maureen H. ????? ‘ Cracking read .’ Charles G. ????? ‘ I couldn’t put it down .’ P.H. ????? ‘ A riveting read .’ John B. ????? ‘ His characterisation is excellent, and the plot flies along , gripping you to the end.’ Lou ????? ‘ The whole series is excellent .’ Reader-718 A ROGUE SOLDIER ON A PERSONAL CRUSADE. HIS FORMER MASTERS DESPERATE TO BRING HIM IN. THE HUNT IS ON . . . At 34, an SAS soldier’s days of active service are over. But they’re usually kept on a short leash within Whitehall — having done the establishment’s dirty work, they could bring down the government with the truth. When one soldier’s covert mission supporting Kurdish rebels in Iran goes disastrously wrong, his Whitehall masters decide to put him out to pasture. Condemned to a desk job on civvy street, his eyes are opened to the injustices suffered by ordinary citizens. The very people the government claims to protect. Now the Vengeance Man has a new enemy. And this time his crusade is personal. Whitehall realise their former asset is out of control. To stop their lethal maverick, they order their most devious operatives to turn him back into their Vengeance Man. The hunt is on . . . MEET THE AUTHOR John Macrae is the pen name of a former Senior Intelligence Officer with a Special Forces background who spent 25 years in the British Army. He saw active service in the Falkland Islands, Cyprus, Arabia, and Northern Ireland and worked in Whitehall and for NATO. He has written extensively on intelligence and military history and has advised on the Global Security syllabus for Cranfield University. He’s also a sought-after commentator on military and intelligence subjects for BBC television and radio. IN THIS SIX-BOOK SERIES: BOOK 1: THE VENGEANCE MAN BOOK 2: SECOND SHOT BOOK 3: THE UNIT BOOK 4: THE HIT LIST BOOK 5: PRIME TARGET BOOK 6: END GAME GET THE *COMPLETE* GRIPPING SERIES IN THIS GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.
