by Philip Eliot | Aug 22, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
I thought my husband killed my daughter.He’s innocent.I thought my father died of a stroke.He was murdered.I thought my sister was alive and living in Florida.She’s been dead for ten years.I thought my foster daughter was safe in my home.She’s not.Everything I thought I knew is a lie.But I have to focus on the future, on the young girl I’m fostering. I find her in my back yard in the middle of the night — she’s tiny, lost and terrified.Someone left her here.It’s all connected. The lies are piling up. I don’t know where this girl came from. She won’t tell me anything. Not even her name.I have no idea who I’ve brought into my home . . .Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Ruth Harrow, Anya Mora, T.M. Logan, and Nicola Sanders.Readers are completely obsessed with THE FOSTER DAUGHTER:????? ‘Flat out enthralling.’ NetGalley reviewer????? ‘I was hooked from the first page.’ NetGalley reviewer????? ‘This caught and kept my attention right from the start.’ NetGalley reviewer????? ‘A wild ride.’ NetGalley reviewerALSO BY SONYA BATEMANHE CAME BACK FOR MY DAUGHTERTHE HUSBAND KILLERTHE REALTOR
by Philip Eliot | Aug 22, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
Shock slammed into her as she spotted the two little girls lying on the cold hard ground, snow swirling round their fragile bodies. Twins with button noses and heart-shaped faces, their pretty green eyes closed forever…As the snow falls and a bitter wind blows, Detective Ellie Reeves is devastated to discover the bodies of two little girls, alone and frozen on an icy lake, in the isolated town of Cold Mountain. The girls are holding hands, with matching bows in their blonde curls, and when Ellie realizes they are twin sisters, her heart breaks for their mother, who must be desperately wondering where her little darlings are.But, back at the police station, she is horrified to discover that nobody has reported the sisters missing. Are their parents in danger too? When an abandoned car is found near the girls’ bodies, and Ellie learns that the female driver is in hospital, she prays that the injured woman will know something about the twins.A DNA test shows that the woman in hospital is the twins’ mother Barbara, and Ellie rushes to interview her. But when Ellie arrives at the hospital she is faced with an empty bed. Barbara has fled and her house is abandoned too. As Ellie searches the family home, she is chilled to see there is no sign of any children. If Barbara is the twins’ mother, where are the toys and photos of her precious girls?When another little girl disappears, Ellie knows that finding Barbara might well be the key to saving an innocent child. But who is Barbara running from? Or does she have something to hide? And with the clock ticking and a fearsome winter storm brewing, can Ellie find the truth before another innocent life is lost?This pulse-pounding and utterly addictive crime thriller will have you staying up way past your bedtime and tearing through the pages! Perfect for fans of Melinda Leigh, Lisa Regan and Kendra Elliot.What everyone is saying about The Ice Sisters:‘I think I read probably half this book with my heart in my mouth. I certainly didn’t have any fingernails left by halfway through. As well as being and enticing and exciting thriller this is a very emotive story… So, as well as preparing the midnight oil you should arm yourself with a box of tissues. Trust me you are going to need them.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘This was such a suspenseful mystery that just kept me guessing. I was telling myself this is what’s going on, but I was totally wrong… I couldn’t wait to finish this one to find out what the heck was happening. If you’re up for a creepy spine-tingling story this is definitely it. And oh what an ending!!’Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Highly suspenseful, literally unputdownable, a binge read, 5 stars.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Absolutely fantastic!!! And where Ms. Herron ends this one, WOWZA.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘If you love thrillers with heart, this one is for you. I could not stop reading this. You will go through all the emotions in this book, so be ready. Twists and turns, danger and intrigue keep you on the edge of your seat.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I absolutely was so sucked into this book. I love the short chapters they definitely packed a punch. It was such a great thrilling read. I have never read anything by Rita Herron before but I will most definitely be picking more of her books up. I highly recommend this read especially a great autumnal read. If you’re into thriller reads with a heavy detective aspect this is the book for you.’ My evergrowing tbr shelf, ?????‘Love this series and all the characters. Love how the author always gets you hooked right from the very start of the story and doesn’t let up until the very last page.’ Spooky’s Maze of Books, ?????
by Philip Eliot | Aug 22, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“This is an excellent book… When you start reading, be sure you don’t have to wake up early!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????Detective Meg Thorne, haunted by the years of cold cases she could not solve, retires early, in her 50s, feeling stifled by the limits of the law and determined to do whatever she has to to solve them on her own, stop these killers, and rescue any victims. Outside of the red tape, she will be free to cross all lines, and do whatever must be done—as long as she doesn’t find herself, alone, in a killer’s sights…In a tale where past and present collide, Meg Thorne confronts a series of home invasions in Boston’s prestigious Beacon Hill—crimes that echo an old, unsolved puzzle. As she navigates through the echelons of high society, Meg must piece together the connection before the thief strikes closer to home than she ever anticipated.NEXT HOUSE is BOOK #2 in a new series by #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Kate Bold, whose bestseller NOT ME (a free download) has received over 3,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with NEXT GIRL (BOOK #1).The Meg Thorne series delivers an exhilarating rush with non-stop action, gripping suspense, and enigmatic puzzles that will keep you captivated well past bedtime, featuring a compelling protagonist eager to decipher the mystery. Fans of Lisa Gardner, Kendra Elliot, and Teresa Driscoll are sure to fall in love.Future books in the series are also available!“This book moved very fast and every page was exciting. Plenty of dialogue, you absolutely love the characters, and you were rooting for the good guy throughout the whole story… I look forward to reading the next in the series.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Kate did an amazing job on this book and I was hooked from the first chapter!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“I really enjoyed this book. The characters were authentic, and I see the bad guys as something we hear about daily on the news… Looking forward to book 2.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“This was a really good book. The main characters were real, flawed and human. The story went along quickly and wasn’t mired in too many unnecessary details. I really enjoyed it.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Alexa Chase is headstrong, impatient, but most of all brave with a capital B. She never, repeat never, backs down until the bad guys are put where they belong. Clearly five stars!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Captivating and riveting serial murder with a twist of the macabre… Very well done.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“WOW what a great read! Talk about a diabolical killer! Really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading others by this author as well.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Page turner for sure. Great characters and relationships. I got into the middle of this story and couldn’t put it down. Looking forward to more from Kate Bold.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Hard to put down. It has an excellent plot and has the right amount of suspense. I really enjoyed this book.”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????“Extremely well written, and well worth buying and reading. I can’t wait to read book two!”—Reader review for The Killing Game?????
by Philip Eliot | Aug 22, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
He was sent to eliminate a threat. He found the one woman he can’t let go.
Navy SEAL Bowie “Ruckus” Cooper is no stranger to high-risk missions, but nothing prepares him for finding a captured American reporter deep in hostile territory. Now separated from his team, protecting Dana Sorenson becomes his new priority—whether she likes it or not.
Dana’s fearless reporting brought her to the edge of danger. Ruckus pushes her right over it. He’s gruff, commanding, and way too sexy for a man who gives orders like they’re law. But surviving the jungle is nothing compared to surviving him.
He’s her only shot at getting out alive. She might be his only shot at something real.
Forced proximity. Relentless danger. Off-the-charts chemistry.
Ruckus kicks off the adrenaline-fueled SEAL Team Alpha series—perfect for fans of alpha protectors, fierce heroines, and heart-pounding romance.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 22, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
She’s missing! He’s ruined! Secrets sizzle. Wildfires rage!
“Gripping, timely, and unafraid to confront uncomfortable truths, this is a thriller that lingers well beyond its final page. Our verdict: get it!” —Kirkus Reviews
“A fascinating story of crime amid the complexity of human emotion. Packed with high octane tension, The Vulnerable is a must-read for thriller lovers.” — Lisa Towles, Amazon Bestselling author of Terror Bay.
“The vulnerable delivers both suspense and substance, with a plot that mirrors real-world issues. It’s not just a thriller; it’s a book that forces you to think.” — Literary Titan
She’s missing! He’s ruined! Secrets sizzle. Wildfires rage!
In a world teetering on the brink, where climate change fuels devastating wildfires and a pandemic erupts, The Vulnerable plunges into the heart of interconnected lives, revealing a tapestry of crime, secrets, and suspense.
Dan DeCosta’s life implodes after he falls for Robin O’Rourke, the fiery redhead stalked by her violent ex, and thrusts Dan into a terrifying ordeal with the law, financial ruin, and fighting for his life. Dan’s father, Dick DeCosta, a renowned climate activist targeted by extremist groups, had relocated to Florida to escape their wrath. But Dick is forced to return to Boston, embarking on a frantic race against time to rescue his son and find Robin. Meanwhile, Dick’s wife becomes ill, and his daughter flees wildfires. Long-held family secrets threaten to erupt, testing the limits of loyalty and love.
The Vulnerable explores themes of love, loss, and betrayal against a backdrop of escalating worldwide crisis. From the blizzards of Massachusetts and the burning California landscapes to the sun-drenched shores of Florida, a relentless pursuit of justice and survival unfolds.
Will these vulnerable souls find strength in each other and withstand the perils thrust upon them? The answers lie within the pages of this gripping, high-stakes, unforgettable thriller.
“With The Vulnerable, Ed DeJesus has executed a layered, complex, and highly entertaining debut thriller. Crime, domestic terror, family wounds, romance, the pandemic, climate change—it’s all here. Moving fluidly (at times breathtakingly) between Massachusetts, Florida, and California wildfires, the story crackles with energy, sharply drawn characters, and an unflinching vision of a world in which we are all vulnerable.” — David Daniel, prizewinning author of the Alex Rasmussen Lowell Detective Series and Beach Town.
Fans of Harlan Coben’s hooks, James Patterson’s thrillers, and Wally Lamb’s family dramas will love The Vulnerable.
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