by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“A brilliant first novel. Joseph Schneider’s contemporary writing evokes some of Hollywood’s most classic crime stories, from Chinatown to LA Confidential.”—Dick Wolf, creator of Law & OrderAn incredible debut from up-and-coming author Joseph Schneider. Detective Tully Jarsdel may not be a typical Los Angeles cop—but he’s the only one who can solve this caseA body so badly burned that it could be mistaken for a movie prop… except for the smell. That’s not something California law enforcement finds lying on the street every day. And when Detective Tully Jarsdel is called to the scene, it’s clear to him that something about the placement of the corpse is intentional, even ritualistic. Jarsdel isn’t a classic noir detective, but his former career in academia seems to finally be coming in handy, rather than serving as material for jokes from his partner, Morales.But nothing Jarsdel learned in school can prepare him for the deep evil behind this case, which appears to be as hopeless as it is violent. As Jarsdel and Morales attempt to settle their differences and uncover the motive behind the horrendous crime, they find themselves dragged into the underbelly of a city notorious for chewing up and spitting out anyone dumb enough to turn their back on survival.One Day You’ll Burn is a shimmering debut that captures the glitz and squalor of Los Angeles while introducing an unforgettable detective readers will rank among the best in the genre.The first in the LAPD Detective Jarsdel series, this detective mystery is:For readers who love murder mysteries and police proceduralsPerfect for fans of Michael Connelly and Lawrence BlockFor fans of the T.V. series Bones and C.S.I
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
A Brutal Murder. A Missing Scientist. A Deadly Pursuit.Aarhus, Denmark. When anthropology student Anna Kiehl vanishes during her evening run in the local forest, no one notices. But the next morning, her body is found—naked, throat slit, a bouquet of poisonous hemlock on her chest. The city is horrified. Who would kill a young mother and stage her death like a macabre offering?Lieutenant Detective Daniel Trokic of the East Jutland Police takes the case, but the deeper he digs, the more unsettling the details become. Anna’s young son has gone mute. Her apartment has been wiped clean. And in her mailbox lies a book written by a renowned neurochemist researching antidepressants—who vanished without a trace eight weeks earlier. Are the two cases connected?As Trokic races to uncover the truth, one thing becomes terrifyingly clear: Anna carried a secret someone was willing to kill for. And that person won’t hesitate to kill again.”It’s a fast-paced thriller which will stun you. Highly recommend.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”Excellent read for readers of psychological mysteries; with a very appealing main character you want to meet again. Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”Twists that you couldn’t imagine. Excellent.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”I’d recommend this to anyone who likes a gritty, gripping, fast-paced European murder mystery.” Reviewer on Goodreads, *****”She is now my favorite Scandinavian author – and I’ve read a lot of them. Highly recommend this book.” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****”I get so wrapped up in these books! I love the writing so much. This story had so many twists and turns and just when you think you know who is behind things….BOOM! You’re hit with another turn! I couldn’t put it down!” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****”This could also make another great murder mystery movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.” Reviewer on Amazon for the audiobook, *****
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)?????When FBI analyst Kate Valentine hunts an elusive mastermind who leaves a cryptic trail based on the Ten Commandments, she soon realizes he may just be targeting her.When sacred texts turn sinister, each burning judgment comes with an encoded challenge meant for Kate’s eyes alone—hinting at her secret past. And letting her know, in this high stakes game of cat and mouse, of prey and predator, that she may just be next….GO HOME is the first book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.The Kate Valentine mystery series immerses readers in a riveting suspense filled with unexpected turns. It showcases a brilliant female lead who outwits her adversaries and is sure to win over readers with her charm. Fans of Melinda Leigh, Lisa Regan, and Lee Child are sure to fall in love.Future books in the series are also available!“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! …So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can’t wait to see what happens next.”—Reader review (Her Last Wish)?????“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”—Reader review (Her Last Wish)?????“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”—Reader review (City of Prey)?????“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven’t seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”—Reader review (City of Prey)?????“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”—Reader review (Girl, Alone)?????“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”—Reader review (Girl, Alone)?????
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Historical Romance |
Maya’s shocked to discover it’s not the heaven she imagined; in fact, a life of adventure begins the moment you die.Zachariah, her faithful spirit guide, explains the rules of the dead: in order to regain complete awareness and reunite with loved ones all souls must review their previous lives.Maya plunges warily into her turbulent pasts as a sociopathic High Priest in ancient Egypt; an independent mother protecting a dangerous secret in glorious Sparta; an Irish boy kidnapped and enslaved by Vikings; and a doctor’s wife forced to make an ethical stand in plague-ridden England.All the while, Maya yearns to be with those she cares about most and worries that she hasn’t learned all of heaven’s most vital lessons. Will she be forced to leave the tranquility of heaven to survive yet another painful and tumultuous life? Or worse, accept the bitter reality of having to go back alone?*Special note: This is a true series, meaning that it is not a stand alone. Each book in the series wraps up the conflict within the book, but the overall story continues on to the next book. I also want to direct you to my website where you can download and print out the charts that can be difficult to read on electronic devices (http://infiniteseries.net/charts/). That way you can keep it nearby as you read. Happy reading!
by Philip Eliot | Dec 20, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
Murder, media, mayhem—and maybe love—await in this witty small-town mystery, perfect for fans of Stephanie Plum and Finlay Donovan.Despite a few harrowing incidents with nervy Bridezillas, Addy Winters’ small town party planning business has been 100% murder free—until now. Everything changes when her former classmate, now a legendary rockstar, comes home to Fox Valley to die.Leno Masterson’s dying wish is a star-studded ‘after-I’m-dead’ extravaganza in place of a funeral, and who better to plan it than his old friend Addy? But when he turns up dead four days earlier than the date-with-death he’s circled on his calendar, Addy suspects that somebody helped him along. Sure, he left a melodramatic goodbye letter and his right-to-die paperwork is all in order, but something feels wrong.With a flair for events and a knack for nosing into trouble, Addy’s on the case, dragging her family, friends, and Leno’s older brother along with her. She’s woefully unprepared for the inevitable media onslaught and the secrets her nearest and dearest are hiding, but nothing is going to stop her from getting justice for Leno— and throwing a killer party while she’s at it.
