by Philip Eliot | Oct 23, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
A second chance at forever doesn’t come easy for a nurse and her first love in this heartwarming inspirational romance from the bestselling author.Nurse Anne Matson’s structured life derails when a familiar patient enters her ER—the ex-husband she left ten years ago. Matthew Clark is the last person she expects to see in Paradise, Colorado, especially with a nine-year-old daughter. The single dad is running the town’s biggest expansion project, but one thing stands in his way—Anne’s Victorian home. When his daughter falls ill, and Anne volunteers to help with her care, Matt recognizes he’s never stopped loving the spirited beauty. But how can he get her back when he plans to take all she has left . . . or can Anne see she has everything to gain—the family she’s been denied?
by Philip Eliot | Oct 23, 2025 | Humor & Entertainment |
In her first book, popular TikTok historian J Draper uses her characteristic wit and intellect to introduce us to extraordinary figures marginalized by history, and the lessons we can learn from them.Witty and engaging TikTok historian J.D. Draper digs out unusual stories of individuals that have shaped the world, and discovers the lessons their unique experiences can teach us.Breaking away from history as told through the lens of kings, queens and nobles, this book instead lifts the lid on 24 fascinating stories of little-known underdogs, mavericks, trailblazers and oddballs. Through these stories you will meet characters such as: The Chevalier d’Eon – a fencing master, spy and diplomat who came out as a woman in 18th-century LondonEllen and William Craft – a married couple who made a daring escape from slavery in the American south Peter the Wild Boy – a child found living in the woods in Germany who was taken to the royal court in EnglandCaroline Herschel – the first British woman to be paid for scientific work, and a discoverer of cometsWilliam Buckland – the man who wrote the first account of a dinosaur – yet who also ate the heart of a French kingEleanor Rykener – a gender-bending sex worker from medieval England who spilled juicy gossip about her clients in the clergy Juliana Popjoy – a society beauty who lived in a tree for yearsPaul Robeson – athlete, singer, actor, polyglot, activist… and handsome to bootThe Rebecca Rioters – a roving crowd of Welshmen who destroyed tollbooths dressed in skirts and bonnets.These poignant and often hilarious true stories show us that the world as we know it was built by a wider array of historical figures than we experienced in our schoolbooks.
by Philip Eliot | Oct 23, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY FROM THE SCORCHING SANDS OF THE DESERT TO THE STORMS OF THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS IN THESE THREE UNFORGETTABLE HISTORICAL ROMANCES THAT WILL STAY WITH YOU LONG AFTER THE FINAL PAGE.‘An exceptional read . . . I highly recommend.’ Victoria Cornwall, author of The Paris Affair????? ‘The romance sizzles.’Full of rich historical detail, these unputdownable and spellbinding stories are perfect for fans of Poldark, Outlander, Christina Courtenay, Dinah Jefferies, Susanna Kearsley and Nicola Cornick.IN THIS BOX SET:BOOK 1: ANGEL OF THE LOST TREASUREDevon, 1816. When young widow Marie-Ange Norton is summoned to France to claim a mysterious inheritance from the enigmatic Monsieur Malleval, she has no choice but to accept the invitation. Her escort, the wounded and wary Capitaine Hugo Saintclair, makes no secret of his reluctance to accompany her. But at the remote château of Beauregard, Marie-Ange is unsettled by Malleval’s fixation on her family’s past — and soon realises she is more prisoner than guest. With danger closing in, Hugo may be her only ally. Now Marie-Ange must decide if she can trust the man who could shatter her heart — or if love is the only hope left to save her.BOOK 2: QUEEN OF THE DESERTAlgiers, 1845. When Harriet Montague’s beloved father is kidnapped during an expedition to uncover a lost tomb, she must seek aid from the last man she can trust — Lucas Saintclair, notorious rogue and outcast. In exchange for a fabled pirate map, Lucas agrees to help track her father across the unforgiving Sahara. But as secrets surface and danger closes in beneath the blazing desert skies, their uneasy alliance begins to burn with a desire neither can deny . . .BOOK 3: CAPTURED BY SCOTTISH LORDCape Wrath, Scotland, 1847. When fiery Rose Saintclair travels from Algiers to meet her new husband, a storm strands her at the remote Scottish estate of his sworn enemy — the dark and brooding Lord Bruce McGunn. Trapped by a snowstorm, Rose refuses to be intimidated by the Highland brute, who is as unforgiving as the land he rules over. But as secrets unravel, Rose realises her husband may not be the man she thought he was. Passion soon flares in the most unexpected place, but can love bloom where hatred once reigned — or will history repeat its darkest betrayals?Readers love Marie Laval’s sweeping historical romances:????? ‘Reminded me very much of Romancing the Stone (with a bit of Indiana Jones thrown in for good measure). And, like both, this book is set to become one of my favourites. WARNING: once you start reading this book you won’t be able to put it down.’ Lizzie Lamb, author of Tall, Dark and Kilted????? ‘The chemistry leaps off the page.’????? ‘If you enjoy historical novels, with mystery and simmering romance, then this is one for you to immerse yourself in.’????? ‘I love, love, looovvve this book!!! ’????? ‘If you like your heroes to be dark and stormy, then Bruce McGunn is definitely your man and the laird to fall in love with, while Rose Saintclair is as feisty as the other Saintclair women in the series.’????? ‘Impossible to put down.’????? ‘A hero to die for.’
by Philip Eliot | Oct 23, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
Recipient of numerous awards, including a First Place 2022 Speak Up Talk Radio Firebird Book Award (Young Adult Fiction); Second Place 2022 Bookfest Award (Romance Historical); Runner Up 2022 PenCraft Book Award (Fiction, Historical); and the Literary Titan Book Award.The only thing her friend is guilty of is falling in love with the wrong man.When young Eliza first joins Maddington House, known locally as ‘The Madhouse,’ as an under housemaid in 1895, she finds herself alone in the world of the rich and privileged.A world where everyone takes what they want and no one takes responsibility…Enter Annie.Kind, pretty, vivacious Annie. The housemaid everyone loves to be around. Eliza’s new friend and close confidante.Annie’s beautiful aura and charming spirit are hard to resist, so it doesn’t come as a surprise when Edward Montague takes notice.Edward, the only son of the house, is handsome, charismatic, and manipulative, but Annie doesn’t seem to see him for who he really is. Charmed by his relentless pursuit and bold promises, she falls in love with him hard…Only to crash even harder.Eliza knew right from the start that their secret meetings and love confessions would not end well, but she never expected her friend to end up on trial because of that man.As hidden secrets, back-door deals, and scandalous love affairs unfold before the shocked circle of high society and her friend is accused of a horrible crime, Eliza must do what she knows is right: stand by Annie even if no one else is willing to.After all, her friend is innocent.It’s someone else that should be put on trial.
by Philip Eliot | Oct 23, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Fated mates. Forbidden magic. Enemies-to-lovers heat.Werewolf enforcer Chase Beauchamp has every reason to despise witches—especially the one suspected of murdering supernaturals in the French Quarter. But when he meets Rain Connolly, something primal awakens. The wolf in him wants to claim her as his mate. To his dismay, the man might agree.Rain has no magic, no allies, and no time. Cursed and hunted, she’s spent her life trying to break the hex that binds her powers. Chase might be the key to her salvation…But what she needs could cost him his life.He’ll have to risk everything to save her, but it’s the only way either of them will survive.Sink your teeth into this action-packed shifter romance today!
