by Philip Eliot | Jun 26, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
Driven by a haunting past, FBI Agent Sidney Stone confronts her most chilling case yet: a string of brutal murders in the foster care system, marked by cryptic origami clues. As she peels back layers of deception surrounding a seemingly benevolent charity, she unearths a conspiracy so vast and twisted, it threatens to upend everything Sidney holds true.FBI Agent Sidney Stone is no stranger to darkness, but her latest case plunges her into an abyss deeper than she ever imagined. When a series of brutal murders rocks the foster care community, Sidney and her partner Alex Kane find themselves on the trail of a killer whose M.O. is leaving origami figures. The figures are made from an unusual textbook about child protection laws.When they learn the program director of a charitable organization called New Hope ordered several copies of the book, Sidney and Kane pay them a visit. Turns out all murder victims were enrolled in programs at New Hope, which is backed by powerful people. They start to suspect the killer they’re hunting is some sort of avenging crusader.As the investigation deepen, the agents find themselves facing a terrifying truth – the very charity meant to protect children may be the true monster behind it all.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 25, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
A sweeping cast of real and fictional characters, The Delilah Enigma captures the triumphs and losses of everyday people serving in WW2. For fans of After Dunkirk, The Rose Code, and When Heroes Flew. “It’s a terrific read.” (Bayley Silleck, Oscar-nominated filmmaker)
London 1943. The streets teem with refugees and soldiers while double agents circulate among them. Lt. Sarah Leach, code name Delilah, a British Wren officer with MI6, and Robert Johnston, an American lawyer and her OSS counterpart, team up to trade intelligence and sex. Robert is separated from his wife and Sarah has an “understanding” with a British tank commander. At a local pub where they talk shop over wine, their chemistry is unmistakable.
As the story begins where Code Name Delilah ended, Sarah and Robert are tracking the plot among high-ranking German officers to negotiate a separate peace with the Allies while gathering intel from each other on the looming D-Day invasion to feed to their higher ups.
When an SS patrol captures Sarah working with the French Resistance in Normandy, Robert partners with associates at Bletchley Park and a Jewish refugee from Dresden to rescue her. Injured, she returns to duty and Robert but soon learns her old boyfriend, badly wounded in France, is coming home.
Sarah is faced with an even more harrowing mission: choosing between a future with her longtime beau and immediate comfort with Robert. A family tragedy hits the Johnstons, bringing Robert’s wife back to London, looking to restart their marriage. As the war ends, which relationships will endure?
“Donald de Brier’s compelling story sweeps the reader from top secret meetings in Whitehall to the battlefields of North Africa, over the bombed-out cities of Germany, and onto the beaches of Normandy.” –Bayley Silleck
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What readers are saying about The Delilah Enigma…
***** “fast-paced and engaging…truly surprising”
***** “very enjoyable and educational”
And Code Name Delilah…
***** “comprehensive and insightful…offering rich details and in-depth analysis!”
***** “an excellent read!… enlightening historically and refreshingly human”
***** “a surprising take on WW2 history”
***** “WWII history comes alive in this book”
***** “…compelling and touching”
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 25, 2025 | Advice & How-To |
Are you tired of feeling anxious?
Has panic robbed you of your life?
It’s not your fault.
This book is your step to anxiety recovery.
In the pages of Anxiety and Panic, you’ll find a comprehensive guide that illuminates the path from debilitating anxiety to a life of freedom. This isn’t just another self-help book; it’s a roadmap to reclaiming your life, penned by someone who has walked the same path for 15 long years. The author’s personal journey and professional experience lend credibility and authenticity to the practical exercises and skills shared within.
Are you weary of the constant dread, the heart-pounding panic that seems to lurk around every corner? Have you had enough of living in fear? This book holds the key to breaking free from the chains of anxiety. It’s not about quick fixes or empty promises; it’s about real, tangible change that lasts.
The truth about anxiety is that it’s not your fault. This book invites you to step into recovery, to learn about the root causes of your anxiety, and to understand that you are not alone in this struggle. It offers a beacon of hope, a lifeline to those who feel lost in the storm of worry and fear.
Anxiety and Panic is more than just a book; it’s an invitation to a life without anxiety. It’s a call to action, urging you not to wait another day to start your journey towards freedom. Anxiety has taken enough from you; it’s time to take your life back.
This guide is filled with actionable advice, practical exercises, and proven strategies that have helped thousands of people just like you. It’s a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit’s capacity to overcome. With this book, you have the tools you need to navigate your way out of anxiety and into a future filled with freedom and peace. Don’t wait another day to start your journey. The path to a life without anxiety begins here.
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 25, 2025 | Science Fiction |
In a world powered by steam and ruled by corporations, one young woman’s discovery will ignite a revolution.
Alice is a gifted but underappreciated tinkerer working the rail lines of Terra. During an unexpected train malfunction, she uncovers a long-lost ancient artifact buried in a forgotten cave—a fire cog capable of creating heat and light—seemingly from nothing.
Could it be tied to one of the seven primordial Cogs of Legend?
Worse, once the Steele Company learns of the cog’s abilities, they stop at nothing to take it from Alice.
Forced to flee, Alice teams up with her rough-edged mentor Rueger and quick-witted best friend Henry as they race to unravel the mystery of the fire cog. Along the way, Alice must master deadly new lore, survive on a mysterious island, and face truths about her long-lost family and the shadowy history of Terra itself.
But with a host of steam-powered walkers closing in, time is running out. Can Alice unlock the cog’s power before it falls into the wrong hands?
Awakening Fire is Book One in the Cogs of Legend series: a steampunk science-fantasy epic packed with immersive settings, sharp characters, slow-burn romance, and high-stakes adventure.
Perfect for fans of Gideon the Ninth, Mistborn, and Mortal Engines.
The gears are turning. The spark has been lit. The legend begins.
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 25, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHORS Megan Linski and Alicia Rades spellbind readers within a paranormal fantasy prison where supernaturals go to the dark side and villains become the heroes.Bronze Medal Winner in the Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards!Love is even more dangerous behind bars.Ava-MarieMy name is Ava-Marie, and I love living on the dark side.Getting into trouble is kind of my thing, but one night, I take revenge too far. I’m sentenced to a reform school for magical delinquents… though really, it’s a prison.As the only supernatural who can control both fire and water, I’m already a target. To make matters worse, I literally share a soul with Charlie, a sexy inmate from the wrong side of the tracks. Surviving at the Institute is almost as risky as falling in love.But there’s a way out. The Warden is offering a pardon for the team who wins the Darke Games— a sick, twisted competition where more prisoners come out dead than alive.They think I’m the bad guy. I’m about to show them just how much of a villain I can be.CharlieI shouldn’t be at the Institute. I’m in here because of her— the girl who claims to own half my soul.After losing my sight, I grew up as an orphan, banished from magical society. I learned enough on the streets to survive the gangs and fight clubs inside the prison. But nothing could prepare me for the Darke Games.Ava-Marie is my worst enemy, but if we’re going to break out of here, we’ll have to get along. Yet the more I let Ava in, the more I want her. I can’t let my desire for her get in the way of my one chance at escape.Except it already has. There’s a dark power inside of Ava that terrifies me…And none of us will be prepared when it unleashes.***The Villain Institute is the first book in the Prison for Supernatural Offenders series. A new adult college paranormal enemies-to-lovers dark romance, this supernatural prison ignites fiery passions and secret adventures.Learn why readers are calling Charlie their next book boyfriend, and Ava a villain to root for!”Sass, spells, and smolder fans of the genre will crave… their use of voice is devilishly effective in driving both plot and people.” – The BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly”There’s plenty to adore in this truly epic fantasy adventure that readers are sure to lose themselves in… I highly recommend The Villain Institute as an unmissable read.” – K.C. Finn, Readers’ Favorite ?????“Because both Ava-Marie and Charlie have a disability, this story is really one of a kind… Linski and Rades have a great imagination” – Boekensteeg ?????“This was 100% action and magic packed– and a little bit dangerous. Be ready for a non-stop read that deals with drama and hard emotions.” – Smada’s Book Smack, Vine Voice ?????Break out of the Institute and order today!This series takes place in the Hidden Legends Universe, along with the Academy of Magical Creatures series, the University of Sorcery series, and the College of Witchcraft series. The Hidden Legends universe features college-aged protagonists attending magical academies, dual points-of-view, disabled and diverse main characters, and steamy, empowering romances. Each series stands on its own and can be read in any order.This is a full-length novel over 400 pages. Recommended reading age 18+
