by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
“Thriller writing at its best… A gripping story that’s hard to put down.”–Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (re Any Means Necessary)?????“One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel.”–Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary)?????From #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars, author of the critically-acclaimed Luke Stone and Agent Zero series (with over 5,000 five-star reviews), comes an explosive new, action-packed thriller series that takes readers on a wild-ride across Europe, America, and the world.When elite Navy Seal Troy Stark is forced into retirement for his dubious respect for authority, he dreads the quiet life awaiting him with his brothers and buddies in Yonkers, New York. But the quiet doesn’t last long: the NYPD needs Troy’s military expertise to help find and stop a major terrorist threat to New York City. To pre-empt the attack, they need him to fly to Europe and stop it at its source—using any means necessary.Troy finds himself partnered with an Interpol agent who is as different from him as can be, and their instant dislike is mutual. But they have an attack to stop, and only a few days to do it, and together they’ll need each other as they criss-cross Europe in a high-octane cat-and-mouse chase to shut these terrorists down.But what starts off as a straightforward mission (and an opportunity to clear his name) soon catapults Troy headfirst into a global conspiracy. These criminals are more sophisticated than they appear, and even with Troy’s unparalleled military skills, he and his team find themselves constantly one stop behind. With the fate of New York City on the line, the stakes couldn’t be higher.Where will they strike? And when? And can Troy stop it before it’s too late?An unputdownable action thriller with heart-pounding suspense and unforeseen twists, ROGUE FORCE is the debut novel in an exhilarating new series by a #1 bestselling author that will have you fall in love with a brand new action hero—and turn pages late into the night.Books #2-#5 in the series are now also available.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
A penthouse apartment. A murder on the balcony. Someone in the building… is a killer.Private Investigator Annie Hudson and her sidekick, FBI Agent Ethan Becket, are at it again in this quirky, locked door whodunit!Rowling Heights is the most luxurious apartment building in San Diego, its opulent units overlooking the bay. Living in the building is an exquisite experience… although, the owner’s son Tony might disagree, considering he was thrown over the side of his penthouse’s balcony just mere hours ago.But never fear! Private Investigator Annie Hudson is on the case. She’ll root through the residents’ secrets, getting to the bottom of the case in this exclusive apartment building where everyone has something to hide, but nobody’s talking. Only a handful of people had access to the thirteenth floor– and one of them murdered Tony in cold blood. Annie Hudson intends to find out who committed the crime, all while unravelling the secrets of her own past.Fans of Thursday Murder Club and Only Murders in the Building will love detective Annie Hudson, who doesn’t believe in feelings– just facts! Unless a feeling leads her to a fact in which case… you get it.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Welcome to the re-opening of a used bookstore in East Tennessee, Bind Me Again. Books are piled high and the shelves are fully stocked.Garnet Stone hoped the remodel would make the bookstore tidy, but her boss Jane is proving to be as messy as the previous owner. Garnet undergoes a secret mission to declutter the store, which isn’t easy with two cats running the place.Jacob Rome overshadows Garnet’s concerns. The freelance editor has moved to Sevier Oak and causes problems with the locals. When he brings books for trade-in, Garnet and Jane find a death certificate tucked inside. The deceased is a missing person from twenty years ago, and the mystery intensifies when someone murders Jacob behind the store.Garnet and Jane take it upon themselves to save the bookshop’s reputation – and of course, to satisfy their curiosity. Solving the homicide is a challenge as everyone seems to be lying, including the dead man. In the end, unearthing the truth will reveal much more than simply who murdered Jacob Rome.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
The most delightful read to curl up with and enjoy with a cup of tea and slice of cake! Fans of The Pumpkin Spice Café, Elsie Silver and Ali Hazelwood will adore this charming, romantic (and delicious!) story. Whisks at the ready! This summer, two local cafes will go head-to-head in a baking competition where more is at stake than just the trophy… Will true love be the icing on the cake?Clem is the baker in charge of creating delicious cat-themed treats for the loyal customers of the Catpurrcino cat café. From iced kitten doughnuts to macarons with ears and whiskers, Clem’s creations always bring a smile to the face of anyone lucky enough to taste them. But outside of the café’s kitchen, Clem struggles with feelings of anxiety and where she fits in. Until Sylvie, the owner of the café, decides to push her out of her comfort zone. The Whisked Away baking competition is a chance for Clem to shine and find her inner confidence. Also competing this year is Lucas, the owner of Muddy Paws café, accompanied by his faithful Golden Retriever Reina.The stage is set for an epic cake-off between cats and dogs. But as Clem stumbles in the first challenge, Lucas always seems to be there with an encouraging word and a smile. The chemistry between them is soon undeniable. Is this just the heat in the kitchen? Or something real? And can their feelings survive a showdown in the final round… Tropes Rivals Slow burn Opposites attract Small town Readers are falling in love with Cake Off at the Cat Café:’This book is like the perfect pastry; warm, sweet, and filled with layers of charm and slow-burning romance… A warm hug of a book, best enjoyed with tea, cake, and a cat curled up by your side’ Reader review ?????’A book set in a cat cafe mixed with baking in the style of The Great British Bake Off? Hell yes, sign me up!… I was absolutely hooked and could scarcely put the book down!… a stunning book that I absolutely adored’ Reader review ?????’A purrfect cosy cat themed read, very enjoyable and heartwarming!’ Reader review ????? ‘Beautiful story… A baking competition, a slow burn love story… Magical and moving. The cat café is lovely’ Reader review ?????’Fun and gorgeous… I really loved Clem and saw a lot of myself in her, she was a very relatable character… A satisfying ending’ Reader review ????? ‘A cosy read… with just enough intrigue to make page turning essential – it’s been a just one more chapter/page book’ Reader review ????? ‘Escape into a world of cats, dogs, delicious treats and romance with this warm, cozy, book. It’s got characters you will take to your heart both human and animal, all set in the beautiful Lake District’ Reader review ????? Everyone adore the Cat Café series ‘Will leave you with a smile on your face’ Reader review ?????’Purrfectly cozy and adorable… I devoured this book’ Reader review?????’As cosy and heartwarming as a lap full of kittens!’ M.A. Kuzniar ‘I absolutely loved it!’ Donna Ashcroft
by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
Having magic doesn’t guarantee a free ride in life. Especially for a half-blood witch.Dara Martin has a Normal for a mother, so she’ll never really be accepted by the Kin, and a formal education in magic is out of her reach. But when an evil sorcerer snatches her last link to her mother, she has to learn what she can do, and fast.Lending her power to Willem, she unwittingly assists in bringing Krampus and other nasty Christmas spirits to life, and in doing so helps wreak havoc and bloodshed on her hometown.This is a dangerous game, and if the Kin find her print on the wreckage she risks having her magic painfully bound. Forever.But only if she’s caught.
