by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Historical Romance |
“Unique characters and a fast-paced mystery add flavor to this sweet romance.” — Publishers Weekly “An excellent choice for readers who love both traditional Regencies and detective mysteries.” — Library Journal Little Sowerby, England, 1802 Miss Genevieve Wilde—a magistrate’s daughter and independent heiress—is determined to meet life’s challenges all on her own, just as her late father had taught her. So when her father’s pocket watch is stolen, she will do anything to get it back, especially when the local authorities prove incompetent. Upon reading an advertisement in the paper, she takes a chance and contacts a thief-taker to find the watch. It’s a choice Ginny regrets when former Bow Street officer Jack Travers arrives on her doorstep. He is frustratingly flirtatious, irritatingly handsome, and entirely unpredictable, and Ginny wonders if she’ll be able to resist such a man. But after Ginny discovers that the missing watch is just a small part of a larger, more frightening plot against her, she needs Jack’s help more than ever. To protect her home and her reputation, the two enter into a risky charade—pretending Jack is her cousin so he can begin his investigation, starting with the household staff. As they work together to unravel the mystery, Ginny finds herself falling fast for her charismatic thief-taker, leaving her heart in just as much danger as her life.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.” —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ????? When FBI forensic toxicologist Miles Sterling makes a harrowing discovery—that a dozen unsolved deaths over the past decade each correspond to an element on the periodic table—he must race to follow the trail and find the mastermind behind these murders—and stop him before he strikes again… In the heart of San Francisco, a new body is found, a new victim of the “element killer”, sheathed in gold. What was a cold case now becomes a matter of urgent priority—as Miles Sterling taps his brilliance to decode the clues—all while dangerously close to becoming the next target himself… WRONG GIRL is the first book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The Miles Sterling mystery series takes you on a wild thriller ride with its searing fast pace while introducing a brilliant protagonist who tackles harrowing cases tapping all of his knowledge. Unputdownable, the twist and turns will leave you breathless up until the very last word. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll, and Lisa Gardner are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are now available! “An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! …So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can’t wait to see what happens next.” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ????? “A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ????? “A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!” —Reader review (City of Prey) ????? “Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven’t seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.” —Reader review (City of Prey) ????? “Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ????? “Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
????? A True Crime Novel! I adored this novel so much! ????? Best Book I’ve Read in Ages. ????? Read it! Worth every minute and every penny you spend! For fans of John D. MacDonald, Harlan Coben, & Robert B. Parker. Set in a ‘richly atmospheric’ San Francisco, Robert Bucchianeri’s debut Max Plank mystery is a ‘home run’. A missing big sister. A little girl all alone. Time is Running Out. Can Max Plank, P.I. Extraordinaire, untangle the mystery before all is lost? When twelve-year-old Frankie steps onto his boat Max has no idea that the cute, skateboarding girl is a time bomb that will lead him into a mystery with a tangled web of secrets and lies involving small time hoods, corrupt politicians, paranoid hippies, and, most dangerously, his long time nemesis, a twisted casino operator at the heart of the city’s criminal trade. As Max races to solve the convoluted case and find Frankie’s big sister, the mayhem and dead bodies pile up. Finally, he realizes that the only way to get the whole truth involves risking his own life. But for Max Plank this is just the cost of doing business in the game he’s decided to play. Grab this page-turning thriller and prowl the mean streets of San Francisco with Max and his motley crew of friends. Stray Cat Blues is the first book in the Max Plank mystery series. The second novel, The Ties That Bind, is now available as well as more books in the series.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Murder, Mischief, and Mayhem Return to the High Seas! Cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean is finally finding her sea legs aboard the Moonlit Majesty . With a promotion in sight and a camera full of tropical sunsets, she’s ready to enjoy smooth sailing—until a family reunion portrait session ends in murder . Now, Olivia’s dream job is once again on shaky waters. Between bossy relatives with hidden grudges, secret relationships bubbling under the surface, and one very opinionated kitten named Pickle who insists on “helping,” Olivia’s lens is full of suspects. Armed with her photos, a knack for noticing what others miss, and the reluctant cooperation of the ship’s grumpy-but-gorgeous security manager , she must untangle the mystery before another passenger takes an unexpected dive. Expect plenty of cozy mystery fun: A clue-sniffing kitten who’s always two steps (and one paw) ahead A bold amateur sleuth with a camera instead of a badge Flirty tension and reluctant teamwork with a handsome security officer Cruise ship chaos, high-seas secrets, and tropical vibes A self-contained whodunit packed with humor, heart, and red herrings If you love clean, clever cozy mysteries with adorable pets, strong heroines, and laugh-out-loud banter, climb aboard Murder in the Lookout Lounge —a delightful standalone mystery in the Olivia Ocean Cruise Ship Mysteries .
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
All’s fair in love and radio… Dr. Theodore Chadwick is an expert on everything that I hate. On air, he’s the charming host of “True Romance,” giving advice to lovelorn listeners searching for their soulmates. But off air? We’re at each other’s throats 24/7. My romance-obsessed adversary might be stupidly attractive—with unfairly broad shoulders—but his cocky arrogance and cool demeanor only lead to constant bickering. Which is just fine by me. I prefer arguments over candle-lit dinners anyway. My radio show, “Choosing Yourself,” is all about embracing being single. And since being left at the altar by my no-show groom, I’ve built a career out of rejecting love and romance. Until a budget crisis at our radio station forces us into the same sound booth, answering listener calls about love, sex and romance…together. Sure, our opinions are diametrically opposed. But if we can manage to keep it friendly on the air, our combined popularity might just save the station. If we can keep it friendly. And in the close quarters of the sound booth, it gets harder and harder to remember that Theo and I have sworn to hate each other… RIVAL RADIO is a hot enemies-to-lovers romance about two workplace rivals who heat up the airwaves once they realize that their fighting was really flirting all along. One-click for forced proximity, a funky radio station with a ragtag crew and retro beach-town vibes.
