by Philip Eliot | Feb 27, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
He’s keeping his fortune a secret and pretending to date his crush. But if this city man-turned cowboy wants to land true love this holiday season, he might just have to lay all his cards on the table. Holly Fields loves her small town, her job at the local café, and even her gruff boss. But life has handed her a difficult year. Her big sister passed away, breaking her heart. And Holly now has custody of her beloved niece. Making sure the bright eight-year-old has love, support, and everything she needs is a privilege that is worth any challenge she might bump into along the way. But when Holly’s mom constantly voices her fears that it’s too much for a young woman to do alone, it feels a bit like she’s just waiting for Holly to mess up. In a moment of weakness, Holly hints that she’s seeing someone, even though dating is the last thing on her mind. And when a surprise holiday visit leaves her in the lurch, help arises from the most unexpected source. Julian Cabrera just made a fortune selling a tech invention so specialized even his own family doesn’t understand it. Moving to small town Trinity Falls to be near his sister Angel gives him time to get his head around his new financial position before he has to tell anyone else about it. He works at Cassidy Farm in the mornings and spends his afternoons at the local café, trying to come up with his next project – something meaningful that might actually make the world a better place. When Julian overhears that his favorite waitress is in a jam, he steps in to help her without hesitation. After all, he has admired her kind spirit and pretty smile since his very first visit to the coffee shop. The opportunity to spend more time with the sweet young woman and her exuberant niece is too much for the cowboy-in-training to resist. But as the holiday season unfurls, will the two be able to keep up the ruse? Or is fake dating your real crush too hard after all?
by Philip Eliot | Feb 27, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Every bestselling thriller needs the perfect murder. Savi Portman just wrote one—and now it’s coming true. Savi Portman’s debut cozy mystery has made her a #1 bestseller and publishing’s newest star. When life gets tough, writing is her escape. Until someone commits a murder straight from her work-in-progress thriller. Surveillance cameras place Savi near the scene that night. Witnesses say they saw her. The evidence is mounting—but she swears she was home asleep. Savi has written the perfect crime. Now she has to prove she didn’t do it. Once you start reading, there’s no turning back. A keep-you-up-all-night page-turner for fans of Alice Feeney, Freida McFadden and Listen for the Lie. Readers love The Perfect Murder : “ One of the BEST books I have EVER read .” Reader review, ????? “ Holy helicopter!!! Talk about a wild ride through a tsunami of emotions! Never thought I’d have tears running down my face. Twists and turns that kept me constantly wondering and completely on edge!… Flawlessly executed, a highly original story with complex characters and genuinely suspenseful. Even though my heart was pounding I literally could not put it down!… Dang I’m exhausted. Need a 3-day nap! High as the sky recommend! ” Reader review, ????? “ If you’re a fan of Alice Feeney, Freida McFadden, Lisa Jewell, or any thriller that keeps you guessing until the last page, this needs to be on your list. It’s not just twisty—it’s smart. It’s not just shocking—it’s earned. And best of all, it’s the kind of book that stays with you after you close it .” Reader review, ????? “ I’m a sucker for a book within a book—and this one was done flawlessly. Once everything starts to unravel, I just shook my head at how much she mind f*cked me—in the best way. A masterfully woven plot. Five stars.” Reader review, ????? “ I actually sat back, blinked, and said ‘no way’ out loud .” Reader review, ????? “ The twist landed like a punch to the gut—bold, unexpected, but completely earned .” Reader review, ????? “ An explosive psychological thriller that delivers exactly what the title promises—and then some. Five stars, no hesitation .” Reader review, ????? “ The Perfect Murder proves Amanda McKinney is a name to watch. This book doesn’t just live up to the hype—it surpasses it. It’s a sleek, tightly wound thriller that explores what happens when fiction becomes a little too real. Five stars, no hesitation. ” Reader review, ????? “I literally could not put this book down… a phenomenal thriller!… thrilling, addictive, and heart-pounding. ” Reader review, ????? “What made this book stand out for me is that it’s one of the few I’ve read lately where I didn’t see the ending coming . I had so many theories running through my head but never guessed how it would all unfold—and I loved that . The plot is funny, sad, intriguing, and full of suspense all at once, and the characters are so well written that I was completely hooked from start to finish.” Reader review, ????? “ I was on the edge of my seat… and that feeling didn’t stop until the final page!… One of the BEST books I have EVER read!” Reader review, ????? “Pulls you in from the very first page and never lets go… original, clever, and completely unputdownable. Fans of psychological thrillers that keep you second-guessing every page—think Alice Feeney or Lisa Jewell—will want to add this one to their lists immediately .” Reader review, ????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 27, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Bolton’s dazzling plot recalls Christie at her most inventive’ – Sunday Times The billionaire’s will promised them everything. But the money comes with a deadly price . . . Seven strangers receive a mysterious note that billionaire Logan Quick is leaving them his vast fortune. All they need to do is accept the enclosed Token and wait for his death. None of them know why they’ve been chosen, but all seven desperately need the money and the chance of a fresh start. When the group are forced to embark on a dangerous sea crossing, they discover they are connected by a dark secret from their past. As confusion turns to fear and trust to betrayal, the question is no longer who will claim the money – it’s who will make it off the boat alive . . . The Token is the latest compelling thriller from Sharon Bolton, the bestselling author of The Pact and The Split . Readers love The Token: ‘Kept me guessing until the very last moment’ ????? ‘Was up all night reading it (…) Definitely 5 stars’ ????? ‘A very clever and addictive read (…) it is very difficult to put the book down’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 27, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Former FBI Special Agent Piper Woods, expert tracker and survivalist, Alaskan native, left the force behind after a traumatizing case to live far off the grid. Determined not to stir up the past, she faces a dilemma when her former partner needs her help: a governor’s daughter has been taken by a killer deep into the wilderness—and only someone with Piper’s skills can find her and get her out. “Molly Black has written a taut thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? SOMEWHERE SAFE is book #1 in a long anticipated new series by critically-acclaimed and #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Molly Black, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings. In this riveting cat and mouse thriller, Piper must tap into her skills to hunt down an equally matched, diabolical killer, while harsh weather moves in and a woman’s life is at stake. Even harder, she must face the demons of her past—and decide if she will return to the force… A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the Piper Woods series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available. “I binge read this book. It hooked me in and didn’t stop till the last few pages… I look forward to reading more!” —Reader review for Found You ????? “I loved this book! Fast-paced plot, great characters and interesting insights into investigating cold cases. I can’t wait to read the next book!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? “Very good book… You will feel like you are right there looking for the kidnapper! I know I will be reading more in this series!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? “This is a very well written book and holds your interest from page 1… Definitely looking forward to reading the next one in the series, and hopefully others as well!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? “Wow, I cannot wait for the next in this series. Starts with a bang and just keeps going.” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? “Well written book with a great plot, one that will keep you up at night. A page turner!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder ????? “A great suspense that keeps you reading… can’t wait for the next in this series!” —Reader review for Found You ????? “Sooo soo good! There are a few unforeseen twists… I binge read this like I binge watch Netflix. It just sucks you in.” —Reader review for Found You ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 27, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Together with her sister-in-law Kara and ex-coworker Tea, Miranda Marquette has finally stepped with both feet into the food truck business. But just as the burners start heating up, her personal life begins to crumble. Three employees at the local motorcycle dealership turn up dead and Miranda’s husband, Steve, is arrested for the murders. But why were the victims carrying cryptic notes addressed to Miranda, and could her long-standing friendship with the dealership’s manager be more complicated than she realized? With her loyal WAIT Club ready to dig deeper into the case, Miranda is determined to uncover the truth. But is Steve truly innocent, or has Miranda been blind to a darker truth in her marriage? A whodunit full of sharp twists, HAVOC IN HOLLISTER is the 12th book in J.T. Kunkel’s Miranda Marquette Mysteries series.
