by Philip Eliot | Jan 26, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
Is the sure thing worth risking for the possibility of maybe? ? Charla Winthrop, a savvy business woman seeking a permanent lifestyle change in small-town Ruby, learns that things aren’t always what they appear when she takes up residence in a house steeped in charm and a hint of mystery. Rumor has it that Sam Packard the town carpenter is her go-to guy for home remodeling, but can Charla convince him to help her—with no strings attached, of course? Alone far too long, Sam’s prayed that God would send him a wife and a mother for his daughters. However, the new Ruby resident is hardly what he imagined. A new place to call “home,” the possibility of what might be, and the answer to someone’s prayers unite this unlikely pair with the help of the town’s residents. Nestled in the Ozarks’ hills and hollows is Ruby, Missouri, a quaint, cozy town where “neighbor” is merely another word for “friend.” Ruby will charm and delight as will her quirky, lovable characters who will steal your heart, but hand it right back—with whipped cream and a cherry on top. Savor your new friends’ sorrows and successes in the community where offbeat is perfect and mishaps and mayhem never tasted so good.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 26, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
1870 Switzerland. One year. A mountain of ideas. And a menacing railroad forging the barrier between dreams and reality. Claire Pennington formulates a bold plan to avoid the pressure of yet another London season. Her parents grant her one year in Switzerland, yet afterward she must return to England and find a suitor. Armed with a notebook and gumption, she determines to make the mountain town of Thun a tourist destination for all classes of society. However, she does not count on an equally determined railroad engineer set on leaving Thun in the dust. The rugged mountain terrain grants Englishman Lucas Stanley the opportunity to launch his engineering career. The railroad is the answer to modern travel—expedient, efficient, and competitive, yet conquering the section of track from Thun to Interlaken is harder than he originally thought, especially with opposition from a fiery female. Claire confronts him at every turn, using her enthusiasm and people skills to flame local zeal for change and progress in another direction. Opposing proposals collide as Claire, Lucas, and the citizens of the quaint Swiss town face an avalanche of decisions and compromises sparked by flames of faith— and perhaps love. Discover romance and faith in 1870 Switzerland through this standalone novel from the Elements of Hope series where fire, air, water, and earth meet elements of the heart.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 26, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
The final installment in The Red Cross Orphans series from the Globe & Mail bestselling author! When the war is over, what will remain? With six hard years of war behind her, former nurse Kitty McCarthy should be facing a bright future. But her husband Michael shatters her peace in an instant when he tells her he feels hemmed in by Britain, and wants to return to the wide-open plains of the Canadian west. Before she can process this life-changing news, Michael is gone. It’s not long before Kitty finds herself in the air and on her way to an unknown land. But what begins as a journey to reclaim her husband and restore her marriage, soon becomes a journey to find herself, and this new, liberated and adventurous version of Kitty is like nothing she could have imagined… Readers LOVE The Orphan’s Last Goodbye : ‘This is a book that captured my interest from the very beginning to the very end .’ ????? ‘Wow what an ending to this series. ‘ ????? ‘Truly touching read’ ????? ‘Oh my, that was so sad yet happy at the same time. This book was so worth the wait!’ ????? ‘The ending was fantastic ‘ ???? ‘A thrilling end to Kitty’s story’ ????
by Philip Eliot | Jan 26, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
High-intensity suspense. Clean romance. All three books in the Deception in the Mountains series are now available in one set! Where Secrets Lie SOME SECRETS REFUSE TO STAY BURIED… Anna Stanten thought she’d left her past behind when she fled to Texas after her mother’s death. But a haunting phone call shatters her new life, luring her back to Idaho with promises of long-buried truths. As she delves into a labyrinth of family secrets, Anna finds herself face-to-face with Wyatt Stone, the first love she’d all but forgotten. Can she trust him with her heart as she unravels the web of lies surrounding her family? Confronted by the enigmatic figure of her great-uncle Atticus and pursued by an unseen threat, Anna must summon the courage to face the darkness of her family’s history. With each revelation, she steps further out of her mother’s shadow and into her own strength. But as the secrets pile up and the danger mounts, Anna realizes that uncovering the truth might cost her everything – including her life. From the pen of Rebecca Lake comes a gripping tale of suspense and sweet romance that will keep you turning pages long into the night. “Where Secrets Lie” is more than just a mystery – it’s a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and the power of love to light even the darkest corners of our past. Unearth the secrets alongside Anna. Will you dare to venture into the shadows where truth and danger intertwine? His Last Text A ROMANTIC ANNIVERSARY DINNER. A HEARTFELT MESSAGE. THEN SILENCE. Anna Stanten’s world shatters when she learns her boyfriend Wyatt’s corporate jet has crashed. With the company dragging its feet on the search, Anna takes matters into her own hands, assembling a team of volunteers to find the man she loves. But as she retraces Wyatt’s last known steps, danger lurks at every turn. Her uncle, driven by an insatiable greed for a mysterious key mentioned in her grandmother’s will, seems to be pulling strings from the shadows. And who is this new “aunt” that suddenly appeared in her life? In the rugged mountain terrain, Anna must: Unravel dark family secrets Outmaneuver a sinister plot Trust her instincts as she builds unlikely alliances With each passing day, Anna’s determination grows. Wyatt’s last text won’t be the final chapter in their love story—not if she has anything to say about it. Where Secrets End ONE MAN’S OBSESSION. ONE WOMAN’S PAST. ONE CHANCE TO SURVIVE. Reese Irons didn’t go looking for trouble—trouble found her. When Nash Mitchell charges into her world, desperate to uncover the truth behind his sister’s disappearance, she is drawn into a web spun from dark secrets, danger, and a past she prayed she’d escaped. With lies, greed, and obsession swirling around them, trust is a luxury neither can afford. But as their connection deepens, so does the risk. A ruthless villain is closing in, and time is running out. Together, Reese and Nash must decide: Are they chasing justice… or being led straight into a trap? When past and present collide, will they find his sister in time—and at what cost?
by Philip Eliot | Jan 26, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
Jill’s 21st birthday is more than just a milestone. It marks the day her life changes forever. A letter arrives on the morning of the big day: an invitation to travel to Crag House on the remote Scottish island of Inver to stay with her grandfather. Jill’s mother died during childbirth, and as her family had never approved of her father, they were both cut off after her death. Consequently, Jill had never known her grandfather and she arrives on the island full of apprehension. But her grandfather seems more than happy to see her, and the estate he owns is beautiful. Even better, it seems he is planning to leave it all to Jill. But she soon meets her surly cousins, Owen and George, who clearly have other plans… As Jill settles in and begins to fall for their handsome neighbour, Robert, she starts to think she could start a life on the island. But as the increasingly hostile behaviour of her suspicious cousins reveals a chilling web of deception, she begins to fear for her life. Jill’s whole future hangs in the balance as she is confronted by ghosts of the past, new friendships and love. House of Fear is a chilling romantic thriller set in the Scottish countryside. Phyllis Mallett is the author of several historical and contemporary romances and mysteries, including Her Searching Heart, Deadly Inheritance, Tides of Love and The Heart is Torn.
