by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
A Brutal Murder. A Missing Scientist. A Deadly Pursuit.Aarhus, Denmark. When anthropology student Anna Kiehl vanishes during her evening run in the local forest, no one notices. But the next morning, her body is found—naked, throat slit, a bouquet of poisonous hemlock on her chest. The city is horrified. Who would kill a young mother and stage her death like a macabre offering?Lieutenant Detective Daniel Trokic of the East Jutland Police takes the case, but the deeper he digs, the more unsettling the details become. Anna’s young son has gone mute. Her apartment has been wiped clean. And in her mailbox lies a book written by a renowned neurochemist researching antidepressants—who vanished without a trace eight weeks earlier. Are the two cases connected?As Trokic races to uncover the truth, one thing becomes terrifyingly clear: Anna carried a secret someone was willing to kill for. And that person won’t hesitate to kill again.”It’s a fast-paced thriller which will stun you. Highly recommend.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”Excellent read for readers of psychological mysteries; with a very appealing main character you want to meet again. Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”Twists that you couldn’t imagine. Excellent.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”I’d recommend this to anyone who likes a gritty, gripping, fast-paced European murder mystery.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”She is now my favorite Scandinavian author – and I’ve read a lot of them. Highly recommend this book.” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****”I get so wrapped up in these books! I love the writing so much. This story had so many twists and turns and just when you think you know who is behind things….BOOM! You’re hit with another turn! I couldn’t put it down!” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****”This could also make another great murder mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)?????When FBI analyst Kate Valentine hunts an elusive mastermind who leaves a cryptic trail based on the Ten Commandments, she soon realizes he may just be targeting her.When sacred texts turn sinister, each burning judgment comes with an encoded challenge meant for Kate’s eyes alone—hinting at her secret past. And letting her know, in this high stakes game of cat and mouse, of prey and predator, that she may just be next….GO HOME is the first book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.The Kate Valentine mystery series immerses readers in a riveting suspense filled with unexpected turns. It showcases a brilliant female lead who outwits her adversaries and is sure to win over readers with her charm. Fans of Melinda Leigh, Lisa Regan, and Lee Child are sure to fall in love.Future books in the series are also available!“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! …So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can’t wait to see what happens next.”—Reader review (Her Last Wish)?????“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”—Reader review (Her Last Wish)?????“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”—Reader review (City of Prey)?????“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven’t seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”—Reader review (City of Prey)?????“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”—Reader review (Girl, Alone)?????“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”—Reader review (Girl, Alone)?????
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
Murder, media, mayhem—and maybe love—await in this witty small-town mystery, perfect for fans of Stephanie Plum and Finlay Donovan.Despite a few harrowing incidents with nervy Bridezillas, Addy Winters’ small town party planning business has been 100% murder free—until now. Everything changes when her former classmate, now a legendary rockstar, comes home to Fox Valley to die.Leno Masterson’s dying wish is a star-studded ‘after-I’m-dead’ extravaganza in place of a funeral, and who better to plan it than his old friend Addy? But when he turns up dead four days earlier than the date-with-death he’s circled on his calendar, Addy suspects that somebody helped him along. Sure, he left a melodramatic goodbye letter and his right-to-die paperwork is all in order, but something feels wrong.With a flair for events and a knack for nosing into trouble, Addy’s on the case, dragging her family, friends, and Leno’s older brother along with her. She’s woefully unprepared for the inevitable media onslaught and the secrets her nearest and dearest are hiding, but nothing is going to stop her from getting justice for Leno— and throwing a killer party while she’s at it.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
NEW COVER, NEW CHAPTERS, NEW SPICE RATING’I peed my pants I laughed so hard.’ ??????????’Not suitable to be read in public – because I was in hysterics!’ ??????????’I laughed so hard I cried.’ ??????????’One word: hilarious!!!!’ ??????????’The BEST storyline… had me Literally laughing to tears!’ ??????????•••••••••Poppy Peterson would like nothing more than to punch her new boss in the face. Her career as an actress never prepared her to play the role of a real-life assistant, but here she is, wishing desperately she hadn’t lied to the man who keeps blowing hot and cold, and driving her mad in the process.Ryan Stark, multimillionaire CEO, needed a new assistant urgently after the last one fled in tears. Hiring Poppy Peterson was a spur of the moment decision, even though she’s clearly unsuited for the job. Still, there’s something about her that brings all his protective instincts to the fore, making him forget his boundaries between work and play.Disaster follows Poppy wherever she goes, and Ryan can’t afford the drama she brings to his life, or the laughter, warmth and emotions he hasn’t allowed himself to feel in years. Or… maybe he can’t afford not to.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Teen & Young Adult |
She was destined to hunt sirens to extinction… but can she complete her mission before one of them captures her heart?Trapped on an island nation and surrounded by bloodthirsty sirens, the starving people of Haven Harbor are losing hope. Treva, a Deaf blacksmith immune to the tempting call of the sirens lurking in the deep, steps into the perilous role of Siren Hunter. If she can rid the waters of enough sirens, her people could be free at last.Unbeknownst to her, another creature dwells in the sea, even more ferocious than the dreaded sirens. When Treva faces the monster and loses, her life is saved by a handsome siren who has no voice. Can mortal enemies set their differences aside long enough to unite their nations? Or will Treva ignore her growing feelings and finish what she started?Treva is certain of one thing—that the famed Siren Hunter of Haven Harbor would never fall for one of her prey.Hunting Sirens is the second book in the Legends of Neverland series but can also be read as a stand-alone novel.
