by Philip Eliot | May 29, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
It’s a reality dating show with one big catch……every contestant has been tricked into being there.Rising author Calla is struggling to move on after a tragic event completely destroyed her world. Her sister, desperate to help, convinces her to sign up for a reality TV show, The Next Great American Classic.But upon arrival, Calla’s expectations are upended. The show isn’t about writing at all—it’s about finding love. How is she supposed to get through this when she still can’t sleep at night after what happened?And then there’s Eli, a washed-up actor with a notoriously bad reputation. His charm is undeniable, and although Calla senses trouble, she can’t help but let her guard down each time he opens up or flashes one of his dimpled smiles.Unfortunately for Calla, Eli might just be the perfect candidate to break her already fragile heart.
by Philip Eliot | May 29, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
An isolated compound. A so-called family. A collision course with unthinkable violence.When Winona rents a room at the eccentric Mirror House, she hopes to make new friends. What she gets instead is a “family” led by the charismatic psychologist Simon Spellmeyer.But if she wants to stay at Mirror House, Winona must join in following Simon’s strange protocols for self-improvement. Warning bells chime inside her, but the allure of transformation keeps her hooked. While his methods are disturbing, the results are undeniable.Soon, Simon’s vision for their future spirals in a darker direction. The group relocates, expands, and Winona’s once-close bond with her housemates grows fractured by mistrust until she’s trapped among people she hardly recognizes—including herself.Can Winona wake up to the true cost of Simon’s vision in time to get out alive? Or will the utopian dream descend into a tragic nightmare?
by Philip Eliot | May 29, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
In 1920s Pasadena, CA, Daisy Gumm Majesty Matches Wits With Three Villains in this Box Set Filled With Light Humor and Period CharmSPIRITS REVIVED: Pasadena’s beloved spiritualist to people with more money than sense, gets her man when a real spirit seeks Daisy’s help in catching his murderer.DARK SPIRITS: When the Ku Klux Klan opens a chapter in Pasadena, California, Sam Rotundo, Daisy’s new leading man, must keep Daisy from doing in the Klan with a zinc bucket and a baseball bat.SPIRITS ONSTAGE: Daisy is talked into playing a role in her church’s production of Mikado. But when the producer’s wife experiences a mysterious illness and another cast member is murdered, it looks like someone doesn’t want the show to go on.AWARDS:Romantic Times Top PickReviewer’s Choice Awards, finalistAlice Duncan spent years avoiding what she knew she should be doing—writing—by professionally folk dancing instead. Eventually, her muse won the battle, and she’s been crafting engaging historical cozy mysteries ever since. Now a proud resident of Roswell, New Mexico, Alice enjoys the lack of smog and crowds while spoiling her beloved herd of wild dachshunds. Visit her at www.aliceduncan.net.Don’t miss a moment of the action with Daisy and her cadre of friends as they solve mysteries in 1920s Pasadena! Each story stands alone but is best enjoyed in order.1. Strong Spirits2. Fine Spirits3. High Spirits4. Hungry Spirits5. Genteel Spirits6. Ancient Spirits7. Spirits Revived8. Dark Spirits9. Spirits Onstage10. Unsettled Spirits11. Bruised Spirits12. Spirits United13. Spirits Unearthed14. Shaken Spirits15. Scarlet Spirits16. Exercised Spirits17. Wedded Spirits18. Domesticated Spirits19. Library Spirits20. Spirits Adopted21. Rosy Spirits
by Philip Eliot | May 29, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
FALL HEAD OVER HEELS FOR THIS UTTERLY ENCHANTING GRUMPY/SUNSHINE SMALL-TOWN ROMANCE.????? ‘5 stars isn’t enough.’ Lulu_______________________Nothing is sweeter than a second chance . . .Life hasn’t turned out like Abby Spencer thought it would.After losing her mum at just thirteen, she gave up everything to raise her four younger sisters. But now it’s finally her chance to shine.Abby’s just landed an interview for the PA role going at Crumbs, an international biscuit company.If only she hadn’t arrived late and tripped over her handbag, straight into her would-be boss, Douglas, son of the Lord Faulkner.Luckily for her, Doug doesn’t seem to mind that Abby’s the polar opposite of his Type A personality. She’s hired on the spot.Abby’s new job isn’t what she imagined. Especially with the sparks that fly between her and Doug whenever he’s around.But Doug has built some high walls around his heart. Abby never knows what he’s thinking, but she’s sure he feels it, too.Abby’s ready to take a chance on Doug and find happiness on her own terms for a change. But Doug has his secrets, and maybe he’s not who Abby thinks he is . . .Full of warmth, humour and emotion, fans of Catherine Walsh, Katie Fforde, Jessica Redland, Sue McDonagh or Beth O’Leary will not be able to put down this utterly perfect love story.READERS LOVE KATHRYN FREEMAN:????? ‘Oh Crumbs is a heart-warming, feel-good story, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, loveable characters, mishaps and mayhem, I can’t recommend this endearing book enough!’ Dash fan????? ‘Absolutely brilliant.’ Lady-Anna????? ‘A real heart squeeze book that was pure joy to read.’ Whispering Stories????? ‘I love how intelligent Kathryn’s writing is and my only problem now is to decide which of her books to read next!’ Margaret????? ‘An amusing, funny and warm story that I finished too quickly.’ Greynomad????? ‘Ms Freeman is an articulate storyteller who draws you into her world and makes you love her characters.’ Frankie????? ‘Loved loved loved this.’ MaryALSO BY KATHRYN FREEMANCHRISTMAS WISHESBook 1: A LITTLE CHRISTMAS FAITHBook 2: A LITTLE CHRISTMAS CHARMSTANDALONESA SECOND CHRISTMAS WISHBEFORE YOUCRIKEY A BODYGUARDDO OPPOSITES ATTRACT?OH CRUMBSREACH FOR A STARSEARCH FOR THE TRUTHTOO CHARMINGTOO DAMN NICE
by Philip Eliot | May 29, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
HER FATHER’S MYSTERIOUS INVENTION… A 1920s COLD CASE… CAN ALEX FOLLOW THE DOTS TO SOLVE IT?One winter morning in 1998, Alex Martin inherits a mysterious invention from her late father. The Finding Machine solves mysteries. But the biggest mystery of all lies deep within its wiring — the unsolved disappearance of a little girl, dating back seventy years.What happened to the girl, all those years ago? Who was she?Alex and her handsome housemate, Antony, must follow the dots to solve the mystery. But, as dark family secrets are revealed, will the Finding Machine bring them together…or push them further apart?”The Finding Machine is highly engaging and very inventive, I loved it!” Peter James, international bestseller of the Roy Grace crime novels.
