by Philip Eliot | Jan 18, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
New York Times –Bestseller: Dark histories and old crimes resurface in Europe in this “heart-thumping, stay-up late” thriller ( Los Angeles Times Book Review ). “Dr. Paul Osborn, visiting Paris, recognizes the man whom he witnessed stab his father on a Boston street in 1966. Determined to learn the reason for his father’s unsolved death and take revenge, Osborn hatches a plan that unexpectedly leads to the gruesome execution of a hired PI and to other killings. Clearly some serious powers are involved. Soon Osborn, aided by Vera Monneray, a Paris medical student, is hiding out from Paris police, Interpol and [an] L.A. cop . . . This is a one-sitting novel.” — Publishers Weekly “A stunningly suspenseful roller coaster ride.” — Library Journal “Page-turning.” — Entertainment Weekly “A chilling jigsaw puzzle.” — Cleveland Plain Dealer “Anybody with the remotest taste for international intrigue will be hooked from page one.” — Kirkus Reviews
by Philip Eliot | Jan 18, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Meet Detective Anna McArthur. Back at work after being stabbed in the line of duty. And solving serious crimes in West Norfolk. She went for a walk to clear her head. She found a dead woman carved with a message. Detective Constable Anna McArthur is off duty, off the case — and barely holding it together. Ten months after a near-fatal knife attack, she’s still haunted by the job that almost ended her career. But when she stumbles across a body beneath the medieval chapel in King’s Lynn’s historic park, instincts override fear. The victim is young, female, anonymous. The word catfish is cut into her skin. There’s no ID. No witnesses. No one has reported her missing. Drawn back into Norfolk’s Serious Crimes team before she’s officially fit for duty, Anna must navigate the hostile suspicion of her colleagues and the looming shadow of her past. But as another body surfaces with the same mutilation, Anna realises this isn’t random — and the killer is only getting started. Please note this book was first published as Catfish A compelling mystery set in the heart of Norfolk. Perfect for fans of Joy Ellis, Ann Cleeves, and Elly Griffiths. DC Anna McArthur is an intuitive, defiant young detective on extended leave after a traumatic stabbing in the line of duty. She’s clever, driven, and never backs down — but her past haunts her, and her return to the Serious Crimes team puts her under pressure from colleagues who doubt her readiness. In her corner: a few loyal allies — and DCI Aaron Burns, a complicated superior whose belief in her might be more than just professional. Setting King’s Lynn and West Norfolk — a brooding landscape of ancient churches, flat fenland, and eerie parks hiding centuries of secrets. From shadowy chapels to windswept promenades, the setting is steeped in atmosphere and laced with local lore. ? 5-Star Reader Reviews ????? “Superb plot, characters. I couldn’t put this book down. ” – Kindle Customer ????? “Was interesting to read… It’s an easy read. ” – Jackie ????? “I was gripped from the minute I started reading. ” – Bubbles ????? “Great story all set in the Kings Lynn area. ” – Barbara Mitchell ????? “Great read — I would definitely recommend buying this book. ” – Luke Morgan Book 1: Murder in Norfolk Book 2: Murder in a Cottage Book 3: Murder in the Lake
by Philip Eliot | Jan 18, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
This box set includes two mystery novels written by Edgar and Shamus Award finalist Ben Rehder. Included are BUCK FEVER (first novel in the Blanco County mystery series) and GONE THE NEXT (first novel in the Roy Ballard mystery series). BUCK FEVER: It’s the week before deer hunting season, as close to a statewide holiday as you get in Texas, and the locals are getting restless. Game Warden John Marlin has his hands full with poaching complaints coming in faster than he can write out-of-season tickets. Then a call of a different sort comes in. A man dressed up in some sort of deer costume has been shot at the Circle S ranch, and witnesses are reporting a massive wild-eyed buck prancing about the pasture in a lovesick frenzy. Marlin’s seen a lot in his years, but this is wilder than he could have imagined: the man in the deer suit is a good friend, and the whacked-out whitetail isn’t exactly a stranger either. It’s the beginning of a mad, frantic weekend in Blanco County, one that will see a few more men shot, an invasion by Colombians with more than hunting on their minds, and damn near the end of Marlin’s life. Ben Rehder serves it all up with a huge helping of humor in this debut comic mystery that will firmly establish him as the funniest crime writer in Texas. GONE THE NEXT: Meet Roy Ballard, freelance videographer with a knack for catching insurance cheats. He’s working a routine case, complete with hours of tedious surveillance, when he sees something that shakes him to the core. There, with the subject, is a little blond girl wearing a pink top and denim shorts—the same outfit worn by Tracy Turner, a six-year-old abducted the day before. When the police are skeptical of Ballard’s report—and with his history, who can blame them?—it’s the beginning of the most important case of his life.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 18, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Join Senior Citizens and Full-Time RVers Rip and Rapella Ripple for Three Full-Length Adventures of Mystery and Mayhem BOOK 4: RIP YOUR HEART OUT – While celebrating their fiftieth wedding anniversary on an Alaskan cruise, Rip experiences a serious cardiac event resulting in a triple-bypass. Of course, the hospital is just the beginning; the Chartreuse Caboose isn’t the best place to recuperate and heal. His cardiac care nurse, Sydney Combs, has the perfect solution: her recently deceased aunt’s home. But when Sydney is accused of murder, Rapella takes the case. BOOK 5: RIPPED APART – Rip and Rapella head to Rockport, Texas, in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, to assist their daughter and son-in-law, Regina and Milo, with recovery from the horrific storm. Rapella, with a nose for foul-play, suspects Regina’s missing neighbor may have been murdered amidst the maelstrom when she discovers a mysterious note. When an anonymous tipster turns up dead, Rapella is determined to find justice for both. BOOK 6: RIPPED OFF – Rip and Rapella arrive in Albuquerque to surprise their granddaughter Tiffany on her thirtieth birthday.But the festivities take a chill when Tiffany and husband Chase’s investment manager and close friend, Trey Monroe, is found dead in the airport with a one-way ticket to the Cayman Islands in his hand. The money Chase and Tiffany had invested through Trey is missing. Worse yet, Tiffany learns—unbeknownst to her—Chase had invested their entire savings in a risky IPO, which lands Chase in the matrimonial dog house, as well as in the big house as a murder suspect. Publisher’s Note: The Ripple Effect series is enjoyed by fans of Joanne Fluke, Madison Johns, Ceecee James, and readers of cozy mysteries who enjoy light-hearted, clean & wholesome mysteries featuring female amateur sleuths and senior citizens. “It is not often a book makes me laugh aloud but Jeanne Glidewell never disappoints …” — Yvonne P., Reviewer “I hope this series continues. Being Rip and Rapellas’ age, I am happy to see them featured in adventures. I can recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries, cozy or not.” — Anna, Reviewer and Favor mystery series. THE RIPPLE EFFECT MYSTERIES A Rip Roaring Good Time Rip Tide Ripped to Shreds Rip Your Heart Out Ripped Apart No Big Rip The Grim Ripper Rip Chord THE LEXIE STARR MYSTERIES Leave No Stone Unturned The Extinguished Guest Haunted With This Ring Just Ducky The Spirit of the Season Cozy Camping Marriage and Mayhem Jeanne Glidewell lives with her husband, Bob, a Vietnam veteran, in the small coastal town of Rockport, Texas, where they enjoy life along Salt Lake, just off Copano Bay. When she isn’t writing, Jeanne loves wildlife photography, fishing, and traveling—whether exploring the Irish countryside, hiking volcanic trails in the Galapagos Islands, or photographing wildlife closer to home. As a kidney and pancreas transplant recipient, Jeanne is a passionate advocate for organ and tissue donation, encouraging others to consider the life-saving gift of becoming a donor. Jeanne is the author of the Lexie Starr cozy mystery series, a New York Times best-seller that includes seven novels and a holiday novella, the Ripple Effect cozy mystery series, and a romance-suspense novel, Soul Survivor . Her mysteries combine humor, small-town charm, and page-turning suspense. You can learn more about her books at jeanneglidewell.com.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 18, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Join over 50,000 readers who fell in love with this award-winning cozy fantasy mystery series. Discover why readers have fallen in love with Havenwood. A small town where every bookshop has a secret, every cup of tea hides a story, and every mystery comes with a touch of magic. When Harper Sullivan inherits her great-granny’s enchanted bookshop—and a snarky rabbit familiar—she discovers that running a magical shop sometimes means solving supernatural crimes. Between ancient artifacts, enchanted baked goods, and bookish secrets, Havenwood is never quiet for long. If you love Gilmore Girls , Murder, She Wrote , and cozy mysteries with heart, humor, and a sprinkle of magic, you’ll feel right at home here. ? Over 50,000 readers worldwide ? Thousands of glowing reviews ? A magical world of friendship, mystery, and tea Buy the box set now! Start a series you won’t want to put down!
