by Philip Eliot | Feb 25, 2026 | Historical Romance |
From the author of the Kellington series of Regency romances, comes the first novel about the Emerson family. Colin Emerson, the Earl of Ridgeway, has two unmarried sisters and a mountain of debt incurred by his late father. He has no choice but to marry an heiress. It is most unfortunate, therefore, when he falls in love with a penniless governess. Ava Conway has been making her way in the world since the death of her father. She takes a position as the governess to Lord Ridgeway’s sisters, but finds her growing attachment to the earl threatens his family’s future. Bound by honor, torn by love, can Colin do right by his sisters while following his heart? WARNING: This book contains explicit sexual content and adult situations. You will not like this book if you don’t like either of those two things.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 25, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Six powerful men. Six unforgettable love stories. From alpha CEOs and elite athletes to a driven detective and a ruthless lawyer, the Connors don’t back down—from business, from passion, or from love. This USA Today bestselling series delivers sizzling chemistry, strong heroines, and swoon worthy romance. Bossy and protective heroes • Billionaires • Single moms & dads • Office romance • Fake relationships • Soccer star romance • Slow-burn to spicy • Family-first love • Guaranteed HEA ANYTHING FOR YOU Widowed CEO Landon Connor put love on hold—until Maddie Jennings makes him question everything. Sweet, curvy, and impossible to resist, Maddie awakens a passion Landon can’t control. Their summer romance burns hot, but Landon’s guarded heart may be the one thing standing in their way. Can he risk loving again… or will this be one perfect season that ends too soon? WILD WITH YOU Single mom and wedding planner Lori Connor believes in happily-ever-afters—just not for herself. Divorced and disillusioned, soccer club owner Graham Frazier never planned to fall for her… or her son. But one kiss turns into obsession, and soon Graham wants more than a fling. The question is: are they ready to build a family neither of them expected? MEANT FOR YOU Detective Will Connor trusts his instincts—and they tell him Paige Lamonica is the one. Smart, independent, and immune to his charm, Paige matches Will at every turn. What starts as a fake date turns into undeniable passion. But Paige swore she’d never love a man in uniform. Can Will convince her some rules are worth breaking? ONLY WITH YOU Brilliant lawyer Carter Sloane always wins—except at home, where raising his nieces leaves him completely unprepared. Successful entrepreneur Val Connor has sworn off men like him… until Carter proves he’s more than control and confidence. As love grows and careers collide, they must decide if forever is worth the risk. FIGHTING FOR YOU Reformed bad boy Jace Connor is determined to protect his image—until Brooke Derringer walks into his life. She’s smart, professional, and completely off-limits. He’s relentless, passionate, and ready to fight for what he wants. For the first time, Jace isn’t playing to win… he’s playing for love. ALWAYS WITH YOU Reclusive hotel mogul Reid Davenport lives for control—until a PR crisis forces him to work with Hailey Connor. Brilliant, fearless, and impossible to ignore, Hailey challenges Reid at every turn. Their chemistry is explosive, but their worlds couldn’t be more different. When love collides with ambition, will it tear them apart—or bind them together forever?
by Philip Eliot | Feb 25, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Can she tempt him to take a second chance? As the oldest brother, cowboy Axel Wolf has always worn the yoke of family responsibility. Seven years ago when he was at the top of his career, he gave it all up to return home to Last Stand, Texas, take over the reins of their massive cattle ranch. But his career wasn’t the only thing he left behind. Former barrel racer and single mom Cruz Lopez excels at staring down obstacles and winning. A newly certified physician’s assistant, she’s determined to build her career and create a new life for her son just as long as it’s far from one sexy Last Stand cowboy, who once nearly derailed her dreams. Axel was her first and only love, and now she’s struggling to remember all the reasons he’s wrong when he feels so right. Axel is her past, but she’s starting to hope for a future with him. Can she trust him when it’s not just her heart at risk this time? A Son for the Texas Cowboy is a swoon-worthy cowboy romance delivers rugged heroes, small-town charm, and second chances worth fighting for.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 25, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
One dead wife is tragic. Two looks like murder… ________ ‘ Motherland meets Big Little Lies , It’s Always the Husband is a totally addictive, up-all-night read. A masterclass in misdirection with clever twists and thrilling reveals right up until the final page. I loved it!’ Claire Douglas ________ Welcome to Lowbridge. Where secrets hide behind every door… When newly divorced Jude arrives in the small town of Lowbridge, she is soon drawn to widower Will, the father of her young daughter’s best friend. But Will’s past is shrouded in tragedy, with questions that no one knows the answer to – and after two tragedies tore his life apart in just a few short years, gossip and rumours abound about what really happened to the women he loved. As whispers of murder surround Will, Jude becomes determined to uncover the truth – and with her own father’s tragic fate haunting her, she refuses to let another innocent man suffer. Yet in Lowbridge the darkness runs deep, and nothing is as it seems. Can Jude protect Will from a community out for blood? Or will she become the next victim in this web of deceit? Because whilst one dead wife is tragic, two starts to look like murder… ________ Praise for C.L. Taylor: ‘I absolutely loved it!’ Lisa Jewell ‘Wow this was exceptional! Clever, original and filled with tension, this is a story I won’t ever forget. C.L. Taylor’s best yet.’ Claire Douglas ‘Clever, tense and satisfying’ Andrea Mara ‘I read it with my heart in my mouth.’ Louise Candlish ‘Spine-chilling at every turn! One of the best thrillers of the year.’ Jeffery Deaver ‘A tense, twisty thrill-ride of stalking, obsession and revenge.’ TM Logan ‘I absolutely love C.L. Taylor’s writing.’ Liz Nugent ‘I absolutely loved this book and finished it in one sitting…In true C.L. Taylor style, it’s delightfully twisty.’ Katy Brent C.L. Taylor’s book ‘Every Move You Make’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-04-01.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 25, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Dressed only in an oversized t-shirt, with a burlap sack covering her head, the body of a girl swings gently from the branches in the breeze. A newly-lit candle burns on the ground below. The killer was here just moments ago… Taking a much-needed break in a cabin in the woods with her service dog Cisco, Detective Katie Scott is disturbed by a sharp knocking at the door. Outside, she finds a terrified girl called TJ , begging for help—she says she has found a dead girl in the forest. When they reach the scene, Katie turns to ask TJ further questions, but she has vanished. At dawn the next day, the body of another girl is found laid out only a mile from the first. To Katie’s horror, she realizes it is TJ. The scene looks eerily similar, with a small shrine below her feet. What kind of monster would do this? And if a twisted serial killer is at work, who is their next victim? As more bodies and shrines emerge, Katie needs to find the link between the girls and the unhinged killer. But when she stumbles across a cold case that the local police seem determined to keep quiet, Katie realizes danger could be closer to her than she first thought. How much will Katie sacrifice to find the killer and can she stop more innocent lives from being taken? An addictive crime fiction novel for fans of Lisa Regan, Rachel Caine and Melinda Leigh. A nail-biting rollercoaster ride from USA Today and Amazon bestseller Jennifer Chase! Readers love The Whispering Girls : “ Utterly unputdownable … The tension never lets up… A dark and twisty ride… It’s the kind of book that keeps you up past midnight, promising yourself you’ll stop at the next page — and never actually doing it … Gripping … must-read … Isn’t just a five-star book — it’s a full-body experience.” Apieceofmyhear t, ????? “Ok I am not ok. Ok wow. Ok wowzas. Ok breathe . and then read this book because it was incredible … I was hooked… I was gripped and gripping my knees together.” Goodreads reviewer, ????? “ Had me hooked and I couldn’t put it down … Gripped … An absolutely addictive crime thriller that had me glued to my Kindle! ” Rubie_reads , ????? “ Wow … Fast paced and exciting, there were twists with every page turned … This kept me on the edge of my seat , the story is addictive and I couldn’t put it down . One that definitely had me on edge as the tension built. Highly recommend this one to everyone!” Goodreads reviewer, ????? “ I literally got goosebumps … The suspense kept me hooked right until the very end. Fantastic! 5 stars.” B for Book Review , ????? “ Fast-paced, and completely addictive , this one had me on edge the whole way through. And that ending… wow! ” Goodreads reviewer, ????? “ Gripping from the beginning! … I was hooked and couldn’t put it down . I read this in one sitting . And that ending! I loved it so much .” Goodreads reviewer, ????? “ Wow!!! … Page-turning, nail-biting … had me completely hooked … Fantastic… Clear your schedules before you start this page-turner as you won’t be able to put it down!!! … A nail-biting, addictive , page-turning suspense packed action crammed psychological thriller that keeps you on edge.” Bookwormwhitlock86
