by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Seeking refuge from a tragic past, a forensic pathologist must search for a devious killer in a rural English village in this crime thriller series debut. Three years ago, Dr. David Hunter left London for rural Norfolk to escape the tragic loss of his wife and daughter. Giving up his career in criminal forensics, he now works as a simple country doctor in the village of Manham. But when the corpse of a woman is found in the woods, a macabre sign from her killer decorating her body, David struggles to remain uninvolved. As a newcomer, David finds he must join the investigation in order to avoid suspicion. When another woman disappears, the case becomes personal. This time, she is someone David knows—someone who has managed to get past the barrier around his heart. With the killer’s twisted methods screaming out to him and a brooding countryside beset with fear and distrust, David can feel the darkness gathering around him. As the clock ticks down on the young woman’s life, David must follow a macabre trail of clues—all the way to its final, horrifying conclusion. “Brilliantly original . . . Simon’s first crime novel The Chemistry of Death absolutely blew me away and he just gets better by the book!” —Peter James, UK No. 1 bestselling author
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
A game of wits between a Royal sleuth and a seasoned detective – but who will crack the case first in these three page-turning mysteries? ” Richard Osman and MC Beaton fans are going to love Helen Golden…Irrepressible, hilarious, intriguing and full of mischief, mayhem and red herrings. ” ” I am a huge fan of ‘A Right Royal Cozy Investigation’ series and have read all the books. I love Helen’s writing style and find her humour sassy and fun to read. ” IN THIS COLLECTION: Spruced Up For Murder Death at Francis Court Now Confirmed as Murder! Speculation is rife that the victim, estate manager Alex Sterling (44), was found by Lady Beatrice (35), the Countess of Rossex, niece of King James. Lady Beatrice, who has finally come out of hiding following her son’s departure to boarding school, has been managing the project to refurbish and redesign the Events Suite at Francis Court, alongside Perry Juke. Heading up the murder investigation is Detective Chief Inspector Richard Fitzwilliam. Rumour has it that he and Lady Beatrice have a fractious history… Awful man! How dare Fitzwilliam suggest Lady Beatrice’s sister is the number one suspect for Alex’s murder. It could be any one of the staff who were on-site that morning. Well, she’ll show Mr High and Mighty Fitzwilliam! With her attention to detail, her clever dog Daisy, Perry’s imagination, and his partner’s contacts at Fenshire CID, they’ll find the murderer before him. And then they’ll see who’ll look like a fool. Because it won’t be Lady Beatrice, will it? For Richer, For Deader Is the Wedding Between TV’s Sir Hewitt Willoughby-Franklin’s Step-Daughter and Billionaire’s Son Off? Rumours are that the recent death of Kelley Lindsell (29), the personal chef of tycoon Rudy (68) and Sheri Trotman (65) at Sir Hewitt’s Fawstead Manor country estate in Fenshire, has spooked Sybil Bransgrove (36) so badly she’s considering cancelling her nuptials. Meanwhile the bride and her mother Lady Grace (61) are being supported by family friend Lady Beatrice (36), the Countess of Rossex, who, alongside her business partner Perry Juke, is currently managing the project to refurbish the Manor House and Lodge on the estate. Not again ! Now that Lady Grace has asked amateur sleuth Lady Beatrice to liaise with the police during the investigation into Kelley’s death, she’ll have to cooperate with boorish Detective Chief Inspector Richard Fitzwilliam whether she likes it or not. Her only relief will be solving the murder with the help of her friends Perry and Simon and her dog Daisy to get rid of him faster. But with so many wedding party guests staying on-site, any one of them could be the killer. Can they find out who it is before Sybil calls off the wedding… Not Mushroom For TV Chef Luca Mazza Dies After Collapse at Food Show on the King’s Private Estate. Luca Mazza (38), who was taken ill during a food demonstration at the Fenn House Food and Wine Festival two days ago, is now known to have ingested poison. Lady Beatrice (36), the king’s niece, who is working on a refurbishment project at Fenn House with her business partner Perry Juke (34), is believed to be comforting Luca’s boss and close friend Sebastiano Marchetti (38), who she began dating last month. Is he crazy? Why else would Detective Chief Inspector Richard Fitzwilliam suggest that Sebastiano poisoned Luca without any evidence? So now, with the help of her little dog Daisy and her best friends Perry and Simon, amateur sleuth Lady Beatrice will have to prove to Mr Know-it-all Fitzwilliam that Seb is innocent. But with so many people having access to the food preparation area at the show how will she find out who did murder Luca before Fitzwilliam lets his personal dislike get the better of him and arrests Seb?
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Who killed the strange man staying at the Roarke and Daughters Inn? At a masquerade ball to raise money for renovations to the Memorial Library, Kellan finds a dead body dressed in a Dr. Evil costume. Soon after, a stalker targets school president Ursula. With a special flower exhibit in town and the arrival of strange letters, Kellan can’t decide which mystery in his life should take priority. Every lead seems to trace back to the Stoddards: a new family who recently moved in. What Kellan doesn’t know is that the biggest mystery of all has yet to be exposed. Praise: ????? – “A story with remarkable characters and irresistible charm.” ????? – “The characters are dynamic and memorable. The dialogue is snappy and witty. An excellent read.”
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
When you wake up dead and your dog is the only one who can see you… Daisy Montgomery lived her best life. She treated people well, was kind to animals and didn’t have any enemies. Or so she thought. Then she was attacked by a force so powerful that it separated her body from her soul, and she found herself stuck somewhere between life and death. Unfortunately for Daisy being a spirit had its limitations. Luckily her little dog Alfie leads her to sexy Charlie O’Sullivan, a man who can not only see her spirit and open doors for her, but makes her question everything she thought she knew about her life. When her attacker kills again, she must use her newfound knowledge to discover their identity before her loved-ones’ lives are irreversibly and tragically changed forever. With the help of Charlie and his merry band of spirit helpers, she follows the clues, leading her to a discovery that puts her in a race against a murderer. But can she solve the crime before the killer destroys everything she ever loved? Will she walk to the light and rest in peace? Will she be stuck forever between the two worlds forever? Or are the secrets of Dandelion Ponds are so dangerous that not even the dead can save them?
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Fantasy |
A thief without a future. A dragon born for kings. A bond that could burn an empire. In the depths of Tang China’s underworld, Jin knows better than to dream. But one fateful heist binds her to a jade dragon—Rayshan—whose magic was meant for royal blood. Now hunted for the crime of stealing from the empire, Jin is offered an impossible reprieve: compete in the Dragon Class trials and earn her place among the elite. There’s only one catch—no woman has ever ridden a dragon. And the Minister of War would rather see her dead than let her succeed. As Jin fights to survive in a world of noble-born rivals, political secrets, and ancient mage powers, she begins to uncover a truth far more dangerous than her bond: her choices could kill everyone she holds dear. If she fails, she’ll lose her dragon—and the part of her soul bound to it. But if she triumphs, the empire itself may burn. Dragon Class is perfect for readers who crave fierce heroines, dragon bonds that defy fate, and fantasy rooted in rich, imperial worlds. Saddle up—your next adventure awaits. “An exciting adventure that sinks its teeth into you and doesn’t let go.” “The most well written dragon rider book I have read!” “If you enjoyed Fourth Wing, The Hunger Games, or The Lunar Chronicles, you’ll love Dragon Class.”
