by Philip Eliot | Jan 2, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
A holiday – or the chance of a lifetime? Stacy can’t believe her luck when her best friend Emily invites her on a holiday to Switzerland. The girls arrive at the Lakeside Hotel with high hopes, but their problems begin straightaway. Emily has a knee injury, and something is wrong at the hotel. Where are all the guests? And why is the owner’s son so bad-tempered? Rico Weber knows the answers. He and his hotel-owner father Ralph are grieving the loss of Rico’s mother, and without her good business mind, Lakeside is sliding ever further into financial ruin. It’s not what Rico wants – but can he persuade Ralph to start again? By the last day of the holiday, Stacy knows her life will never be the same again. But the end of the week is just the beginning of the Lakeside adventure… Escape to Switzerland in this heartwarming, feel-good story of friendship, love, and fresh beginnings. Perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Sarah Morgan, and Jenny Colgan.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 2, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Lara Lloyd didn’t plan on coming home to Talbot Bay after graduating, but slinging pints at the Salty Siren and dodging the winter gales of the Irish Sea feels safer than the life she left behind. That is until Woody Preston strolls back into her orbit. He’s everything she swore off. Charming, infuriating, and dangerously familiar. The kind of man who can turn a casual smile into a promise she’s not ready to hear. Over whisky sours, stolen glances, and a New Year’s kiss that tastes like trouble, old habits begin to look a lot like second chances. But in a town where the rumour mill runs faster than the tide, and where Woody’s privileged world and Lara’s hard-won independence could never fit neatly together, wanting each other might be the easy part. Under the glow of fairy lights and the bite of winter wind, Lara has to decide if she’s ready to risk her heart before the season, and Woody, slip away. A witty, slow-burn romance full of banter, longing, and the pull of home, Beneath the Winter Lights will sweep you back to Talbot Bay where love might just be worth the risk.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 2, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
My husband has a son I never knew about. Now he’s in our home. And I don’t know if I’m safe. I thought I had the perfect life. A beautiful home. A handsome, successful husband. He’s a decade older than me, but doesn’t look it. Then TJ showed up. He’s eighteen, claims to be my husband’s son, and needs a place to stay. I didn’t even know Bennett had a child, let alone one so close to my own age. But he’s family, and I have no choice but to let him in. The next day, a local girl is found dead in our community pool. And guess who’s the prime suspect? TJ. He insists he’s innocent. Bennett defends him. But something feels off, and I’m starting to question everything — my husband, my stepson . . . even myself. Can I trust the people I love? Or is the nightmare just beginning? Please note this book was previously published as My Husband’s Son. This absolutely addictive psychological thriller packed full of twists is perfect for fans of Daniel Hurst, Freida McFadden, Valerie Keogh and Cole Baxter. Readers love THE STEPSON : ????? ‘A brilliant read. Quick and sharp and clever.’ Kate T. ????? ‘An unsettling and gripping drama with plenty of suspense and twists. This page-turner will keep you up at night.’ Elly M. ????? ‘An unsettling yet compulsively readable tale . . . This is absolutely a must-read book.’ Ashley S. ????? ‘Such a great read . . . The ending completely blew me away .’ Kelly H. ????? ‘ One heck of a ride !’ Diana H. ????? ‘Wow! I loved this read . A true twisty thriller at its best.’ Danielle ????? ‘Completely addictive!! I couldn’t read it fast enough. A fantastic thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end .’ Trisha H. ????? ‘ The twists and turns gave me whiplash .’ Cristie S.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 2, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
The dark fate of humankind is written in an ancient relic in this “adrenaline-stoked series” from the bestselling author of The Archangel Project ( New Orleans Times–Picayune ). CIA agent Jax Alexander and remote viewer Tobie Guinness are back in The Babylonian Codex by C. S. Graham, racing to solve an ancient riddle and diffuse a plot to destroy the world. A relentlessly gripping thriller that takes off like a rocket and never slows down, The Babylonian Codex features apocalyptic prophecies, a mysterious inscription on a long-lost mosaic, and the assassination of the U. S. vice president. New York Times -bestselling author James Rollins called Graham’s debut thriller, The Archangel Project , “As current as today’s headlines and as disturbing as your darkest nightmare . . . Riveting, provocative, and enthralling.” Now, two electrifying adventures later, this series is better than ever. “Smart and exhilarating.” —Steve Berry, New York Times –bestselling author
by Philip Eliot | Jan 2, 2026 | Historical Romance |
Two souls cursed a thousand years apart. One forbidden attraction that can’t be ignored. Son to a medieval Irish warrior and a twenty-first-century mother, I was born into a curse designed to protect me, but it’s been one battle after another. I can’t remember the last time I wasn’t fighting against a ruthless foe or for my precious territory. Even my alpha status. What I face now, however, is another beast altogether. A newly bitten female from the future. So, what’s one more curse? Another evolutionary gap between fated mates? More trouble than I need, given my pack’s been raising a Viking dragon to keep it safe. Good of us, right? You would think, but no. Dragons are our predators. Now, just home from fighting for Vikings, I’m dealing with unexpected mutiny and full-out war. Even worse? The female calling to my inner beast across time is born of my enemy, so I have no choice but to convince her she can trust me. Lie to her from the beginning. Because despite how much I crave her, she’s about to become my captive and bargaining chip… at least, that’s what I’ll let everyone think. #Dark&Steamy #Dark&Light #FriendstoEnemiestoLovers #Diverse #TwoPOVs #RatedR #HEA #ActionPacked #BadassH/h A MacLomain Series: Irish Roots and Viking Ancestors: Age of Embers spin-off. For longtime readers, this series follows my usual way of storytelling. Every other chapter is seen/told from the hero or heroine’s POV (point of view). Please note: this story contains strong language and is recommended for a mature audience.
