by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Falling in lust is easy but falling in love is more than they ever imagined.Brenna Roberts hasn’t had the best luck with men—from her deceased philandering husband to most recently being stood up for a date and having it announced in the gossip section of the newspaper. She’s beginning to doubt that good guys still exist. Then she meets decorated Marine General Ron Thompson. Stoic, handsome, and all alpha… he’s literally her hero when he saves her from a bad situation.Decorated Marine General Ron Thompson isn’t looking for love. Lust maybe, but not love. As a military star on the rise, he’d rather keep his head down and his focus on the prize—promotion. But when the widow of professional baseball player Danny Roberts sits down at his table at the Sterling wedding reception, everything changes. Lucky for him, he’s always been the type to go big or go home, and he’s going big when it comes to her.But she’s not sure she’s cut out to be with a military man for anything more than just a fling. The sex may be amazing, but the long periods apart and his inability to discuss his work might be too much for her to handle. Except he keeps saving the day, making it impossible for her to stay away.The General’s Desire is a feel-good romance featuring main characters in their forties with open-door scenes and romantic touches that will melt your Kindle and your heart.This is Book 2 in the San Diego Social Scene series. Each book is a stand-alone with an HEA and no cheating
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
Police officer and single mom Megan York is doing her best to raise her daughter in her small Midwestern town, hoping her past won’t come back to haunt her and that her violent ex won’t be released from prison. But when women turn up murdered on local sailboats, victims of a serial killer, Megan must enter the mind of a killer and tackle the toughest case of her career—while her ex comes up for parole. Can Megan stop a killer—and save her family?“The plot has many twists and turns, but it is the ending, which I did not see coming at all, that totally defines this book as one of the most riveting that I have read in years.”—Reader review for Not Like UsYou’ll Be Sorry is Book #1 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller Ava Strong, whose bestseller NOT LIKE US (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star ratings and reviews.A page-turning crime thriller full of jaw-dropping twists and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the Megan York mystery series introduces a brilliant new female protagonist and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll, and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love.More books in the series are also available!“This is a chilling, suspenseful page turner that just might leave you scared at night!”—Reader review for Not Like Us“Very intriguing, kept me turning page after page… Lots of twists and turns and a very unexpected ending. Cannot wait for the next in this series!”—Reader review for Not Like Us“A roller coaster ride of events… Can’t put down until you finish it!”—Reader review for Not Like Us“Excellent read with very realistic characters that you become emotionally invested in… Couldn’t put it down!”—Reader review for The Death Code“An excellent read, lots of twists and turns, with a surprising ending, leaving you wanting to read the next book in the series! Well done!”—Reader review for The Death Code“Well worth the read. Cannot wait to see what happens in the next book!”—Reader review for The Death Code“Quickly became a story I couldn’t put down! I highly recommend this book!”—Reader review for His Other Wife“I really enjoyed the fast-paced action, plot design and characterization… I didn’t want to put the book down and the ending was a total surprise.”—Reader review for His Other Wife“The characters are extremely well developed… There are twists and turns in the plot that kept me guessing. An extremely well written story.”—Reader review for His Other Wife“One of the best books I have ever read… The ending was perfect and surprising. Ava Strong is an amazing writer.”—Reader review for His Other Wife“Holy cow, what a rollercoaster… Many times I absolutely KNEW who the killer was—only to be proven wrong each time. I was completely surprised by the ending. I have to say, I am thrilled that this is the first in a series. My only complaint is that the next one isn’t out yet. I need it!”—Reader review for His Other Wife“An incredible, intense, spellbinding, enjoyable story. It will keep you captivated until the end.”—Reader review for His Other Wife
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2025 | Action & Adventure |
From the bestselling author of Grit and Old Dogs comes this collection of the first three books of the popular Western series, THE BLOOD HOUNDS.THE BLOOD HOUNDS – Book 1Fifteen years after the disappearance of Miranda Wheaton, Pinkerton agents Trace Crockett and Darby Maguire must leave no stone unturned while evading Kansas twisters, surviving Dodge City gunfights, and embarking on a treacherous journey to “No Man’s Land,” as the two “blood hounds” try to pick up the scent of the missing young woman.NO MAN’S LAND – Book 2In the aftermath of a bloody train robbery, The Pinkerton Detective Agency enlists the newly married detectives Trace and Darby Crockett to track down the gold bullion that was stolen from the train, as well as one of the passengers who was abducted by the outlaws: the fifteen year-old daughter of a railroad executive.LOOKING FOR TROUBLE – Book 3Thirteen-year-old Brady “Trouble” Yates takes a detour when he hears gunshots and hysterical screaming on his way from a trip into the small town of Lockwood, Wyoming and decides he should investigate the commotion. What Brady discovers puts his own life at risk, and he knows he can’t return home, so he heads for the hills to lie low while he plots his next move. Enter “the blood hounds,” Trace and Darby Crockett, former Pinkerton detectives, who are hired not only to investigate the disappearance of Brady Yates but also the murder of a local lawman. Are the two events related?
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“This first unabridged appearance of two Nick and Nora Charles ‘novellas’ by Hammett should be an occasion for delight, and it is.” —The Wall Street Journal Dashiell Hammett was a crime writer who elevated the genre to true literature, and The Thin Man was Hammett’s last—and most successful—novel. Following the enormous success of The Thin Man movie in 1934, Hammett was commissioned to write stories for additional films. He wrote two full-length novellas, for the films that became After the Thin Man and Another Thin Man. Bringing back his classic characters, retired private investigator Nick Charles and his former debutante wife Nora, who return home to find Nora’s family gardener murdered, pulling the couple back into another deadly game of cat and mouse. Hammett has written two fully satisfying Thin Man stories, with classic, barbed Hammett dialogue and fully developed characters. Written in the style of a screenplay treatment, The Return of the Thin Man is a hugely entertaining read that brings back two classic characters from one of the greatest mystery writers who ever lived. This book is destined to become essential reading for Hammett’s millions of fans and a new generation of mystery readers the world over. “Read Return of the Thin Man and rediscover why Dashiell Hammett was the peerless master of crime fiction in all its dark and bloody glory.” —New York Journal of Books “A volume no fan of Hammett’s, of Nick and Nora Charles, of The Thin Man series should even think of doing without.” —The Huffington Post
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
May Day should mark the start of spring. But this year, it means murder… Fortunately antique store owner and amateur detective Bella Winter is on the case! Everyone in Hope Eaton climbs the hill to Sweet Agnes’ Spring on May Day, to greet the dawn and leave tokens among the flowers. Antique store owner Bella Winter grumbles about the early start, but she has to admit that watching the sun rise over the flower-strewn grove is worth it. And her interest deepens when she sees that one of the offerings this year is a little doll stuck all over with pins… a perfect replica of Mary Roberts, who lives nearby.Determined to find out what lies behind this bizarre threat, Bella dives into a murky mess of strange events. Mary’s house is up for sale, but someone’s trying to wreck the deal, leaving rotting weeds on her front step. And Mary claims she’s seen a cloaked figure watching her from the woods…Bella’s half convinced this is all nonsense, but then Mary is found dead, her prized carving of the spring stolen from her dresser. The police say it was a heart attack, but was she literally scared to death?Soon Bella has uncovered a string of further mysteries. Why is Mary’s nearest neighbour missing? Who graffitied her boss’s house with a warning the night she died? And why would anyone want Mary’s carving?All paths lead back to the spring itself… but does it hold answers or more danger? And can Bella track the killer down before she’s cut off at the source?A completely delightful English mystery, full of cozy charm and cunning clues. Fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Betty Rowlands will love The May Day Murder!See what everyone’s saying about the Bella Winter series: ‘Absolutely brilliant… I absolutely LOVE… I was walking around with my e-reader glued to my hands… I absolutely devoured it in one sitting… Clear your schedules as once you’ve picked this up you won’t be able to put it down!!… absolutely compelling, addictive and page turning… will keep you hooked throughout!’ Bookworm86, ?????‘Fantastic… I loved it from cover to cover… Had me hooked right from the start… Outstanding.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Drew me in from the very first page… Really did keep me on my toes throughout… Perfect… I loved it.’ Cal Turner Reviews ‘Superb… kept me turning pages…a brilliant read.’ Splashes into Books, ?????‘Hooked from start to finish… I absolutely adored it!’ Baker’s Not So Secret Book Blog‘Loved this!… Highly recommend.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Pace that kept me wanting to keep reading like crazy.’ Goodreads reviewer‘Charming and suspenseful… A delightful read for fans of clever puzzles!’ NetGalley reviewer
