by Philip Eliot | Nov 1, 2025 | Historical Romance |
It began with a gunshot…To protect her sister, Kate Courtland will do anything—even point a pistol at the dangerous Marquess of Wroth. But she soon discovers the man is more than she can handle.Wroth can’t believe a mere slip of a young woman has brought him low. The wealthy and powerful marquess controls a vast empire, so why can’t he control his reaction to the tempting Kate?“Deborah Simmons is a sure bet for writing an excellent Regency epic.” – Affaire de CoeurBook #3 of The Regency RompsTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.
by Philip Eliot | Nov 1, 2025 | Historical Romance |
I’m no dainty maid! I pride myself in being fierce, fearless, and sharp with both bow and tongue. The local beasts don’t frighten me, the village men don’t interest me… but the scary Norse raiders who glide downriver in their thunderous longboats. They are another story.So when a massive, tattooed Viking washes ashore, bloody, half-naked, and wholly arrogant, my instinct is to put an arrow in his chest. Damn it…I really should have! My life would have been easier.Because I have no intention of being claimed and conquered by this wild-eyed, god-touched Viking. He threatens to ruin everything I’ve fought for.And he also offers me protection, pleasure, and loyalty. He is delicious sin wrapped in solid steel. And though every inch of me screams run… my soul whispers: stay.Tropes You’ll Love:? Fierce Highland Heroine? Viking Alpha Hero? Protective Barbarian Energy? Love at First Sight / Fated Mates? Enemies to Lovers Tension? He Falls First, She Fights It? Wild Man vs. Civilized Woman? Steamy, Tattooed, Sinfully Skilled Hero? Off-the-charts Viking HeatWelcome to VIKINGS ROCK! Where ancient battles meet raw desire, and no heart leaves unclaimed.Note: This series is part of Dragonblade’s Flame line, so this is a scorching-hot read with open-door steam.Read in Kindle Unlimited!VIKINGS ROCK!Book 1 – Bats Out of HellBook 2 – Holding on for a HeroBook 3 – Hungry Like a Wolf
by Philip Eliot | Nov 1, 2025 | African-American & Black Interest |
Two former camp counselors whose hearts remained entwined reunite to face their unspoken feelings and the secret that divided them in this soul-stirring second-chance romance about finding the courage to claim whatfate had always intended, from the bestselling author of Somebody’s Husband.One summer bound them. One secret divided them. One reunion could change everything. As teenagers, Summer Knight and Echo Abara spent one unforgettable summer as camp counselors. Beneath sun-soaked days and starry nights, their bond deepened from easy friendship into something more—an unspoken love neither dared confess. Life pulled them in different directions, yet their souls remained tethered by time, distance, and a shared secret. Neither has forgotten their connection—or that summer that changed everything. When a reunion brings them back together, their lives collide once more, stirring long-buried emotions and unanswered questions. Summer and Echo must confront not only their unvoiced feelings but also the burden of their shared secret—one that tore apart their friendship and made them question the very meaning of love and trust. Will they find the courage to embrace what’s always been between them??Or will the truth they’ve guarded destroy their second chance?
by Philip Eliot | Nov 1, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
For the past year, talented chef Millie has been consumed with running her new catering business with her sisters, Dru and Tasha. It isn’t until Jackson walks through their door that she realizes something may be missing in the recipe of her life.
For the past year, Jackson has been dealing with the fallout of his wife’s abandonment. He’s had to learn how to be a single father to their eight-year-old daughter, and will do anything to fill the void her mother left. It isn’t until he commissions Millie for his daughter’s birthday party that he realizes he’s forgotten that he’s not only a father, but a man.
They both think they’re content in their lives, but sometimes the right amount of spice can turn an okay dish into a magnificent one. A Pinch of Salt may be all that’s needed to bring Millie and Jackson the flavor they’ve been missing.
by Philip Eliot | Nov 1, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
~Small-town ~Firefighter MMC/ER nurse FMC~Found family~Starting over~Soulmates~Dog lovers~SteamyI moved to this small town to start over. Not to fall for another man who could break me all over again.But firefighter Jack Donley didn’t get the memo.He’s hot, heroic, and impossible to ignore. The chemistry between us is electric—but I remind myself I’ve done this before. I barely survived the fallout once.So I make him a deal: no strings, just fun.He says no. He wants more.So, we try friendship instead.The kind of friends who share secrets. Who linger too long. Who kiss… in case my ex is watching.And just like that, I fall. Hard.Jack is right there with me.But just when I think we’ve found something real, tragedy shatters everything.Jack is grieving. Changed. Distant.And the man I fell for is gone.So is the trust we built.By the time he’s ready to fight for us, there may be nothing left to save.Even if my soul still wants him.Even if my heart can’t let go.Because risking everything again… might destroy me for good.Come Back to Me is the first full-length novel in the Elladine Fire steamy romance interconnected series. If you love found family, small town feels, firefighters, and steamy/open door romance, this series is for you!This series includes 5 interconnected standalone books that can be read in any order. However, if you don’t like spoilers, Finley recommends reading Come Back to Me before Stay with Me since Stay with Me has a spoiler in it for Come Back to Me. Come Back to Me-Jack & AnnieCome Dance with Me- Shayna and FinnStay With Me- Emily and CharlieOnly You and Me-Ben and TrinaDream with Me – Shannon and Troy*Previously published as Come Back to Us by Finley Daniels. The title has changed but the story remains the same.
