by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Can a human girl win a Vissigroth’s heart? THALIA: Orphaned on this alien planet, I have no idea that I was switched at birth. All I know is that I’ve daydreamed about Darryck the Vissigroth of The Icelands, the mightiest warrior of the Fourteen Planets, for as long as I can remember.But nothing is like I imagined it in my daydreams when our paths finally cross. Enraged, Darryck takes me to his rooms where he exposes my darkest secrets.DARRYCK: At first the seffy approaching me in the road amuses me, then she intrigues me, but when I see her face? By the gods I’m not sure she understands what dangerous game she is playing. And yet, there is something about her that awakens my cold warrior heart.In order to protect her I have to take her from Leander to my home planet, The Icelands, where my clan will keep her safe. Unfortunately the road to the spaceport is packed with danger and soon I find out just how much Thalia’s enemies are willing to risk to keep her secrets hidden.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
A Yorkshire cop’s reunion with old friends is marred by murder in this mystery by “the finest male English contemporary crime writer” (Val McDermid). With his longtime girlfriend, Ellie, detective Peter Pascoe is off to Thornton Lacey for an exciting weekend reunion with a few of his college friends. However, upon arrival, he finds no cause for celebration. Instead, there’s been a triple homicide, and one of his friends—the chief suspect—is missing. Pascoe is eager to assist with the case, but the local constabulary doesn’t seem to welcome outside help. Meanwhile, Pascoe’s superior, the incorrigibly rude Andy Dalziel, needs him back home to find the culprit behind a series of burglaries. Torn between two cases and two jurisdictions, Pascoe knows he must solve these cases quickly—if not for a sense of loyalty to his friends or duty to his job, then at least for his own sanity. Ruling Passion is the 3rd book in the Dalziel and Pascoe Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order. Praise for Ruling Passion “Recipe for a winner: combine the best elements of the gritty procedural with a protagonist reminiscent of Dick Francis, then add a gallery of three-dimensional town-and-country characters and repartee worthy of Rex Stout.” —Kirkus Reviews
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2026 | Historical Romance |
She wants to begin again. He wants to set things right. When goals collide, can a renewed courtship lead to a second chance at love?A charming historical adventure romance about the brother of a duke returning from Italy to retrieve a painting from the woman he once loved. He needs to solve an epic mystery — but soon finds himself drawn into a courtship that revives the tenderness between them.She wants to change her luck …After falling victim to a terrible curse from the jealous bride of a man from her past, widow Lady Slight no longer finds joy in her idle pursuits. So when a familiar face comes knocking on her door, she coerces him into a nostalgic courtship that reminds her of happier times, when the future felt full of possibility.He is solving a mystery …Sebastian Markham departed England years ago after Harriet betrayed him. Now he is back, and he needs the priceless painting he once gifted the woman he loved. But Harriet has changed, and Sebastian soon finds himself agreeing to spend time with the complex woman who has quietly lingered in his thoughts. He assures himself it is because he needs that painting — but is it the promise of reawakened feelings that truly draws him back?Perhaps the timing is finally right. Perhaps Harriet is ready for a life not of high society comfort and status, but of high adventure and art.Lady Slight and the Visitor is a heartwarming tale of integrity, unexpected devotion, and love found in the most unlikely of places. If you enjoy honorable heroes, spirited heroines, and a dash of intrigue with your romance, you will be enchanted by the first installment in C. N. Jarrett’s Treacherous Treasures series. Can be read as a standalone.Buy Lady Slight and the Visitor for a tale of adventure and love today!What to expect:?? Kissing?? No Cursing?? Closed Door After MarriageHistorical Romance Tropes:?? Second Chance Romance?? Redemption Arc?? Regency London Setting?? Family Feud?? Found Family / Misfit HouseholdWhat Readers Are Saying:????? “A story so incredibly moving that it will invade your heart and remain ever present there even after you finish reading.” — Jo????? “A swoon-worthy hero, a heroine with great character development, familiar characters, twists, and heartwarming moments.” — Marion L.????? “A must read!” — Carmel
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
My life is crazy. But organized. There are lists. There are calendars. Yes, plural. And there are a hundred Post-it notes lining the walls of my office.But there is order to all of it. There is method to the madness. I know exactly where everything is, what I need to do, and precisely how to do it. My family business has an image we have to convey, and it’s my responsibility to bring it to fruition.Oh, and I, Lucas Montana, also look damn good in a suit.Then there’s Regan. (Insert eye roll.) She’s crazy in its purest form. Her clothes make her look like a cross between Stevie Nicks and, I don’t know… Bat Girl? She’s eccentric. And don’t even get me started on the way she runs her business.We’re complete opposites in every way. So then why, after one reckless night with her, do I feel her particular form of crazy might just be the very thing that’s been missing in my life? Not to mention it could be the cure for the affliction that had me leaving four women at the altar.But then, as life tends to do… a curveball comes our way. And even though this particular curveball is self-inflicted, the crazy spins out of control.Tropes: small town, curvy girl, friends-to-lovers, billionaire~~~~~~~~~~~~There may be topics in this novel that would be upsetting or painful for some. For a full list of TWs see the author’s website.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Raise your hand if you’ve ever done this. Written a racy message and sent it to—oops—the wrong person.Yeah, me too. Except, I sent my latest Tales of a Naughty Virgin column detailing my fantasies about my hot, charming, thoroughly bangable next-door-neighbor to…MY ENTIRE COMPANY.Did I mention I’m a children’s book editor?Well, I was.*Facepalm*At least the column goes viral, but I’m still the gal who gets fired for her not-safe-for-work thoughts about the so-called “Mister Sexy Pants.”Now I need a job stat, so I jump on the first opportunity. And I come face to face with my new boss.Mister Sexy Pants himself.Item number one on my to-do list? Make sure my boss never finds out his alter ego…since all of New York knows I want Mister Sexy Pants to punch my virgin club card.Number two? Don’t fall for the man as I get to know my hot boss, who’s kind, caring, sexy as sin.This is Veronica and Milo’s romance. The tropes include: mistaken identity romantic comedy, workplace romance, complete with dating mishaps, sizzling sexual tension, a hot nerd boss hero, a chaotically delightful heroine, an awkward incident with glitter, and a virgin’s NSFW to-do list.
