by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2025 | Dark Romance |
He’s a neurotic serial killer. She’s his sweet, innocent maid. Or…is she?Marlowe Spencer-Astor is a killer in crisis. It’s been one hundred seventy-four days since his last murder, and not even therapy—forced upon him by his overbearing mother—can reignite his bloodlust. But then he stumbles upon Minnie. She’s filthy, half-starved and homeless.She’s the one. The perfect victim. His missing muse.There’s just one problem—he can’t seem to kill her.Instead, Marlowe hires her as his maid, convincing himself that he’s merely biding his time, perfecting his plan. But the longer she stays, the stranger things become.Time stands still. Technology glitches. Every man who lays eyes on her is instantly bewitched—including Marlowe himself.He tells himself he hates her, that she triggers every neurosis he has. But the truth is far more disturbing: he wants to protect her, take care of her and kill anyone who dares covet what’s his.By the time Marlowe realizes that Minnie is far more than she seems, he becomes embroiled in an ancient war between gods and demons. And when the most powerful god in the universe sets his sights on his Minnie, Marlowe is faced with an impossible choice: walk away and survive… or fight for the woman he was never supposed to want.Even if it means damning himself for eternity…of Ice and Villains is a dark fantasy romance featuring a DARK AND OBSESSIVE HERO. Please only read if you’re comfortable with this. It’s the first book in the House of Cryos trilogy and was previously known as Mayhem and Minnie.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2025 | New Adult Romance |
Have you heard the one about the workaholic who decides she deserves a night of fun with a sexy stranger? It’s supposed to be a short story. Except one night of fun changes everything. Owning and operating a bed and breakfast doesn’t leave me much time for men. Especially not men who aren’t from Winter Falls. Out-of-towners can’t be trusted. Trust me. I have the scars to prove it.Then Cole Hawkins saunters into the Inn on Main. One look at him and I light my rulebook about men and out-of-towners on fire before hurling it out the window.After Cole leaves town unexpectedly, I’m hell-bent on forgetting him and his adorable dimple until I discover our one night of passion has lasting consequences of the baby variety.When Cole returns to Winter Falls and discovers I’m pregnant, he starts pushing for us to become a couple. Not so fast. Just because he’s the father of my baby doesn’t mean he’s suddenly trustworthy.Can Cole convince me to give him a chance at forever or will our encounter always remain Just For Tonight?This small town romantic comedy features a woman who defines the word stubborn, a man who’s not giving up on her and their baby not matter how stubborn she is, a not planned but most welcome pregnancy, a gaggle of sisters who want to try their hands at matchmaking, and a whole town full of hippies who think being called a busybody is a compliment. Just For Forever is a standalone novel in the Winter Falls series. Series complete!My Forever Love – Aspen and Lyric’s storyForever For You – Ashlyn and Rowan’s storyJust For Forever – Ellery and Cole’s storyStay For Forever– Juniper and Maverick’s storyOnly Forever – Lilac and Beckett’s story
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2025 | Historical Romance |
He needs the truth and then revenge…The Duke of Hartwick returns to London for the sole purpose to find and punish those who murdered his father and brother and nearly killed him for getting too close to the truth. But he doesn’t count on his great aunt and her charming and intelligent companion, Lucy Middleton awaiting his return. In another life, he and Lucy flirted and danced around their attraction. But his close brush with death has forever changed him. Lucy is as lovely as ever, but he won’t lose focus on his quest for the truth.Lucy bursts back into his life like a ray of very determined sunshine. She needs his help avoiding an unpleasant suitor, and she declares he needs her help to rejoin society. As he begins his search, Lucy continuously interferes, no matter how much he growls at her. How is a man supposed to exact revenge with a persistent and beautiful companion always at his side?As the Duke and Lucy join forces to investigate, they risk physical danger, scandal, and both of their hearts.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
She’ll do anything to secure the funding she needs to take her perfumery to the next level…even date the boy next door.Except Spur Chappell is no boy.He’s six-feet-two-inches of pure muscle, devilish grins, big hands, and loud laughter.Oh, and did Olivia Hudson mention his money?He’s got a ton of that too.As the oldest son in the Chappell family, it’s up to Spur to lead his brothers into the next generation of raising and selling championship racehorses. He loves it with his whole heart and soul, but a horse can’t keep him warm at night.So when Olli Hudson, one of his neighbors, asks him to be her arm candy for one night to woo an investor, the worst he thinks can happen is his eyes might get permanently stuck up in his head for how often he rolls them.He wasn’t expecting to be swept off his feet by the five-and-half-foot powerhouse of a woman with a nose that can sniff out the purest scents…and all of his hidden feelings for her.Will Olli be able to win over the cowboy billionaire? Or will she lose everything–including her heart?Start this series by Emmy Eugene and meet the Chappell family of cowboys in the beautiful Kentucky Bluegrass region!
by Philip Eliot | Aug 20, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Tristan Donnelly has been my far away support system since he became the soldier my family “adopted” years ago. I’ve written to him about everything from my hopes for my future to my grief during deep loss. He’s secretly been my rock from afar, but now I’m calling in a favor.I’ve given up everything to keep my family from falling apart, but my brother’s debts have caught up with him and now I’m in danger, too. If I marry, I can access my trust and gain some protection, but the only man I can imagine asking to do this favor is the one I’ve always loved and have never actually met.Tristan’s a retired special ops soldier and he’s the most honorable man I know. When he agrees to marry me, we plan to live separately, until he insists I come stay with him so he can protect me. Now I’m face to face with a man who is not only the most important person in my life, he’s also so ridiculously handsome it hurts. He’s capable and gentle and I’m hard pressed to remember this marriage isn’t meant to last.I’d planned to go home when the money comes through, and that’s when we’d end things.But now I’ve had a glimpse of what life could be, and I want something permanent with Tristan. Plus, I’m finding that backbone I lost track of years ago and I’ve realized I don’t want to return to my old life. The problem is, I don’t know how I can stay when this was only supposed to be a temporary favor.Safe With You is a fade-to-black marriage of convenience romance.
