by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Romantic & sexy dreams link a false princess to a dangerous, disgraced fae prince in this fun, steamy enemies-to-lovers romantasy.In her dreams, he envelops her in love. In real life, he imprisons her in ice. Assassin, liar, impersonator—dreamer.As a royal decoy, trained to replace the Krastel princess even in a political marriage, Astra’s life is not her own. With a duty like that, how can she dream about love?And yet she knows she has a kindred soul. She can feel his presence every night, holding her in his arms, surrounding her with his warmth.But ice-cold reality crashes in when Astra’s carriage is attacked by the Crystal Court’s disgraced prince. Banished for heinous crimes and armed with powerful stolen relics, he’s a wielder of mighty magic and can even infiltrate minds.It turns out that he is the man in her dreams.And this is about to get very, very awkward… ___A Cursed Son is a fun, sexy, enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy for fans of fae, spicy moments, elemental magic, arranged marriage, forced proximity, witty banter, and dream connection.
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Historical Romance |
Practical Magic meets Bridgerton in this BRAND NEW witchy historical romance from Darcy McGuire ??? From the author of the beloved Queen’s Deadly Damsels series.Every book in the Society of Scandalous Witches can be read as a standalone.In a world where secrets are as dangerous as spells, love might be the most powerful magic of all…Clio Blair is a fire witch—gifted, defiant, and hiding more than just her magic. With the power to speak to the dead and glimpse their final memories, she’s called in by her uncle at Scotland Yard to help solve the murder of Viscount Beachley. His ghost lingers, his wife is missing, and the trail leads straight into the glittering world of the ton… where Clio has no place.Enter Lieutenant General Thomas Grey: brooding, scandal-shadowed, and bound by honour to assist the investigation. He never expects to be paired with a sharp-tongued witch who walks with ravens and burns like fire beneath her skin. As they’re forced into close quarters and dangerous secrets begin to surface, so does a desire neither of them can resist.But Clio knows a witch’s heart is a dangerous thing to give away—especially to a man who swore never to love again. And Thomas knows desire alone won’t protect her from the dead who would use her, or the living who would destroy her.Solving the murder may save them both—but surrendering to passion could consume them completely.Perfect for fans of Lucy Jane Wood, India Holton and Erin Sterling ?Readers LOVE Darcy McGuire!’I couldn’t get enough of the deliciously steamy way this story developed’ Emma Orchard’A wonderfully entertaining romp!’ Eliza Austin’A fantastic blend of historical romance and spy thriller!’ ?????????? Reader Review’A Lady’s Lesson in Scandal is bar far the best historical romance we’ve seen this year and an absolute must-read for fans of the genre, especially those who are also partial to a crime thriller plotline that keeps you on your toes throughout. ????? Reader ReviewIt’s simply an amazing read you won’t want to miss. ????? Reader ReviewThis is an exciting new chapter in McGuire’s Deadly Damsels series, blending romance and mystery in equal measure. ????? Reader Review’A fantastic blend of historical romance and spy thriller!’ ?????????? Reader Review’Masterfully blends intrigue, romance, and historical richness in a story that kept me glued to the pages late into the night.’ ?????????? Reader Review’What a fantastic blend of historical romance and spy thriller!’ ?????????? Reader Review
About the Author Darcy McGuire is a high school counsellor who grew up in the wilds of New Zealand but happily settled in the Pacific Northwest. In between dodging territorial geese, gathering duck eggs, taking the dog for long walks, Darcy loves writing about fierce female protagonists who may dodge daggers and bullets but never seem to escape Cupid’s Arrow.
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
THE MUST-READ NOVEL OF THE SUMMER ? From Laura Pearson, the No.1 bestselling author of The Last List of Mabel Beaumont!An addictive page-turner, full of 90s nostalgia, about fame, first love and the summer that changed everything… ?? Perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid!‘This book had me totally gripped’ Beth O’Leary ?????’It makes your heart ache’ Clare Leslie Hall, author of Broken Country ?????The summer AJ Silver died, everyone had something to lose. The world called it a tragedy. Someone knew it was more…Everyone who was around in the 1990s remembers where they were when they heard that AJ Silver had died. In the summer of ’96, there was no avoiding the story that America’s biggest teen pop sensation had plunged to his death on a rollercoaster at a family-run amusement park in rural England.Now, 27 years have passed, and – even if you’re too young to recall the event – you’ve probably heard AJ Silver’s songs topping the charts again. So what better time to take a forensic look at what happened that summer?I’ve spent hundreds of hours interviewing everyone who was there that fateful day: workers, friends, family… the people who gained from his death, and the people who lost everything.But you’re going to want to pay attention. Because I’ve found out a secret. One you’re all going to want to know… Perhaps it wasn’t such an accident after all?A truly unique and unforgettable novel, set in 1990s Los Angeles and rural England, with more twists and turns than a rollercoaster. You’ll be gripped!Everyone is talking about What Happened That Summer!‘I loved this! Fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid will devour it, then want to start it all over again, just like I did. Laura Pearson’s best one yet, and that’s saying something!’ Kate Storey, author‘What a unique story, so well executed, so full of character. I really enjoyed it.’ Beth O’Leary, author‘A masterclass in storytelling. The mystery is utterly addictive, the love story so tender and exquisitely drawn it makes your heart ache, and all set against a glorious backdrop of 90s nostalgia. I ADORED it. Laura Pearson is a must-read author for me and this is her best book yet.’ Clare Leslie Hall, author‘I devoured What Happened That Summer. It’s a gripping, heartfelt read… I was genuinely sad to turn the last page!’ Emily Freud, author‘Wow, what a read this was!… It’s so gripping that I’ve got bags under my eyes from one-more-chaptering into the night. But it’s more than just a gripping story – it’s full of heart too…. I absolutely loved it.’ Fran Quinn, author‘Definitely my favourite book of the year BY A MILE!!! One of those I wish I could go back and read again for the first time. If I didn’t have to go to work, I would not have put it down. And the twist at the end!!! Didn’t see it coming at all. I know I have used way too many exclamation marks in this review but I can’t stop!! An absolute triumph of a novel.’ Reader review ?????‘What can I say, other than… WOW! As a fan of Laura’s, this is unlike any other book she has written, and completely blew me away. I devoured every page’ Reader review ?????‘This book was so amazing I couldn’t put it down!!… The kind of book that will stay with you forever; one you will read over and over again, so you can pore over every detail just one more time!’ Reader review ?????
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
I absolutely loved it and spent several nights sitting up until late, unable to put it down’ ?????The memories of that summer won’t stay buried forever…1976. It’s a long, hot summer, and all teenager Jo Salway wants is to bask in the freedom of the holidays with her life-long friends. But when little Pippa Jenkins suddenly vanishes without a trace, the friends must close ranks to protect themselves. And in doing so, change the course of their futures forever …2024. Haunted by the events of fifty years ago, Jo has never returned to her childhood home of Hareton Wick. But in the aftermath of trauma and with her only respite found at the bottom of a bottle, Jo knows that the only way to start afresh is to unravel the secrets of her past. But when the tangled web of Pippa’s disappearance starts to lead closer to home, who will Jo be able to trust, and who will she betray …Readers are HOOKED by The Vanished Girl:’Very addictive’ ?????’It will tug on your heart, make you shed a few tears and appreciate the love and support of others’ ?????’Twists to keep me guessing. Couldn’t put it down’ ?????’Hugely enjoyable and compelling’ LOUISE DOUGLAS’Utterly unputdownable!’ ?????’A rollercoaster…full of twists and turns…I inhaled it’ RACHEL BURTON’One of my favourite books to date’ ?????Perfect for fans of: ? Dual timeline Gripping mysteries Shocking twists
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
Discover love and family in this set of six clean, stand-alone, cowboy romances with a dash of suspense!Enjoy hours of heartwarming reading with six more stories about strong-willed forty-something women in small-town Cowboy Crossing and the swoon-worthy single-dad cowboys who love them. Though sometimes those rugged handsome men might need a nudge—or a push! Six sweet, wholesome romances, each with a happily-ever-after, books 7 -12 completing the Cowboy Crossing Romances series!Book 1: Show Me a Mistaken IdentityCan a fun-loving cowboy with a precocious daughter and a guarded woman with a mistaken identity find a path to happiness together?Book 2: Show Me a Fake FiancéCan a fake engagement become real for a single-father cowboy and a brokenhearted single mom?Book 3: Show Me a Stand-in HusbandCan an accidental marriage between a rebellious cowgirl and a straitlaced single-dad doctor grow into true love?Book 4: Show Me a ReunionWhen a reunion of childhood best friends leads to a marriage of convenience, can it lead to love, too?Book 5: Show Me a Family SagaA busy matriarch and a risk-loving younger man with a secret… Can his granddaughter in need bring these opposites together?Book 6: Show Me a Fake EngagementA rock star, a social worker, and a teen in need of a family. Can their pretend relationship become real?What readers say about the books:????? “An excellent romance with down-to-earth characters and an intriguing storyline that pulls you in from the very beginning.” Sheila L VINE VOICE????? “Full of love, laughter and intrigue.” MomB????? “You walk away with a light, happy. loving warmth from the romance of the story.” MaryEllen????? “Just give yourself time to read cover to cover because you won’t want to put this fabulous book down until the very end.” Sarah Sarber????? “Incredible, so much drama, excitment, challenges, heartache and always so much Love.What a incredible family, I know it’s a book but the way its written, you feel all their challenges.” CM????? “It was beautifully written and the storyline is heartfelt and believable along with fascinating characters.” Nancy
