by Philip Eliot | Aug 28, 2025 | Historical Romance |
A Jaded Contemporary Romance Novelist Finds Love in 14th Century Ireland in ETERNAL BELOVED, a Historical Time-Travel Romance by Mary Ellen Johnson
–14th Century Ireland–
Bel Lucy might be the wildly successful owner of Bella Publishing, specializing in romances, steamy and sweet, but she doesn’t believe in love. Bel certainly doesn’t believe in love after a wrong turn in the haunted Castle by the Sea lands her in fourteenth-century Ireland where she is forced to endure the company of the musclebound—not to mention poorly groomed—knight, Alaric DeLaMer.
In a time of famine and civil war, Alaric proves to be Bel’s protector while dismissing Bel as a prickly creature who delights in goading him with ridiculous tales. When a duplicitous alchemist sends Bel back to the 21st century, Bel discovers she can never be happy in any time or place—unless its beside Alaric, the complete opposite of Bel’s imagined romance heroes.
Realizing she was happier in the 14th century, Bel risks everything to battle her way back to Alaric but will her eternal beloved be waiting in his Castle by the Sea?
Publisher’s Note: Readers passionate about history will appreciate the author’s penchant for detail and accuracy. In keeping with the era, this story contains scenes of brutality which are true to the time and man’s timeless inhumanity. There are a limited number of sexual scenes with some vulgarity characteristic of the time.
THE TRAVELS ACROSS TIME SERIES
Before I Wake
Eternal Beloved
The Moment I Kissed You
THE KNIGHTS OF ENGLAND, in series order
The Lion and the Leopard
A Knight There Was
Within A Forest Dark
A Child Upon The Throne
Lords Among the Ruins
The Flames of Rebellion
MEET MARY ELLEN JOHNSON
On my first visit to Ireland, I visited Malahide Castle near Dublin. I was captivated by its stunning grounds and interior and its fascinating history, which often aligned with the fate of Ireland itself. Once I learned of its ghosts, I knew Malahide Castle, now the fictional “Castle by the Sea,” would provide the perfect setting for my second time travel novel, “Eternal Beloved.”
“Before I Wake” is the first novel in my four-book time travel series, “Travels Across Time.” “Before I Wake” deals with a pair of star-crossed lovers reuniting and fighting in thirteenth-century Cornwall during the time of Simon de Montfort’s rebellion against England’s king.
I am the author of the six-book “Knights of England” historical romance series, plus “The Landlord’s Black-Eyed Daughter,” based on the Alfred Noyes poem “The Highwayman,” which was published under the pseudonym Mary Ellen Dennis.
Upon completion of “Eternal Beloved,” I will say goodbye to my beloved Middle Ages and turn my “Travels Across Time” attention first to the Colorado Labor Wars and, finally, to a haunted roadhouse on Colorado’s eastern plains that may bear a close resemblance to a tavern owned by my grandfather.
When not writing, I enjoy time with my children and grandchildren and with Karma the Wonder Dog, my German Shepherd, who helped me survive COVID-19 and numerous other adventures.
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by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2025 | Romantic Suspense |
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by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2025 | Erotic Romance |
Beauty, wealth, and secrets collide in this Cinderella story with a dark, passionate twist.I’m just a struggling lawyer with a beater car and a knack for being late to court. So when the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen walks into my office, I’m sure there’s been a mistake.Until he tells me we’ve already slept together.And he wants it to happen again.Wait, what?Ryan is everything I’m not – wealthy, put-together, and utterly irresistible. I’m pretty sure I’m being punk’d, except that show hasn’t been on for over a decade.But as I’m drawn deeper into his world, I discover that behind those piercing eyes and killer abs lies a man haunted by a past no one should have to endure.Suddenly, I’m in way over my head. My very survival is literally on the line, and I’m forced to confront the darkness behind Ryan’s dazzling facade.I know I should run. Fast and far.But I can’t seem to stay away.This beautiful man isn’t just messing with my head – he’s completely upending my life.And the craziest part? I think I’m falling for him.One thing’s for sure: my world will never be the same again.Prepare to lose sleep, miss meals, and fall head over heels for Ryan and Iris’s unforgettable journey._____________________________________________________________________Praise for the Illusions Series”Fan-freaking-tastic book. Ryan is more screwed up than Christian Grey, Gideon Cross, Tony Rawlings, etc….I loved this book, there was a TON I could relate to in this book, even right down to Iris being in the legal industry and Ryan and Iris were SCORCHING hot together.” – RomFan Reviews????? I loved this book, and couldn’t put it down!????? I cannot wait to start reading the next book.????? read it in 2 days couldn’t put it down????? Wow, what a ride!????? I read this book with a bated breath on every page????? This is an author to watch!!!
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2025 | Dark Romance |
When sin and innocence collide, passion ignites. Aurora McNamara refuses to continue living in fear.More than anything, she yearns to be free from her cruel father and his sinister plans for her. When she’s kidnapped under the cloak of darkness, her life takes an unexpected turn.Unwilling to allow her choices to be taken from her yet again, Aurora plans her escape. But how can she tear herself away from the one man whose touch and tantalizing kisses leave her breathless? Kieran Hunt belongs to one of the world’s most feared syndicates.Cold.Ruthless.Jaded.A merciless sinner with no conscience and no regrets. His sole goal is to destroy the man responsible for his father’s death.To honor a blood oath, he claims Aurora as his wife.But what was meant to be a marriage of obligation instead creates feelings he can’t ignore. Aurora, with her innocent beauty, is his. Anyone who dares to challenge that will feel his wrath.Can a marriage full of secrets and ever-lurking danger survive?***Sinner’s Obsession is a dark, billionaire, brother’s best friend, forced proximity, steamy romance with a possessive anti-hero and a strong willed heroine.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2025 | New Adult Romance |
The Smith Brothers are not just identical twins, they’re big, burly, bearded, insanely hot mountain men. Included:Mountain ManWild ManMountain ManHank Smith saved my life, carrying me through a blizzard to his mountain cabin. He doesn’t like strangers, and he doesn’t like leaving his sanctuary. Now I’m trapped here with him until the snow melts.I see him looking at me. He tries to hide behind a gruff exterior, but I see the longing and the heat burning in his eyes. I know he wants me, and I can’t resist him. I want to feel those big, rough hands all over my body.But once he’s unleashed his raw, barely tried desire on me, will I be able to leave my mountain man behind, or will he make me his?Wild ManThe first time I saw Beau Smith’s face, I fell for him…hard. There’s just a few tiny problems. He lives wild. I’ve never left the city. He wants a wife who can handle his harsh world. I just want him.He’s been burnt in the past, and he won’t let me in easily, but there’s no denying the spark between us, so intense it could set the woods on fire. And with every hot and dirty night we spend together, I can feel his walls crumbling.But once he realizes I’m not what he signed up for, that I lied to him about who I am—will he still want me, or will I lose my wild man forever?
