by Philip Eliot | May 26, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
This impeccably researched wartime thriller had me gripped from the opening pages – I loved it.’ Eliza Graham’A nail-biting read from start to finish … a must for WW2 fiction fans’ Tessa HarrisHolland, 1944: Undercover British agent Nancy Callaghan has been given her toughest case yet. A key member of the Dutch resistance has been captured, and Nancy must play the role of a wealthy Nazi to win over a notorious SS officer, Detlef Keller, and gain crucial information.England: Coding expert Tom Lockwood is devastated that the Allies have failed to push back the Nazis, leaving Northern Holland completely cut off from the rest of Europe, and him from his beloved Nancy. Desperate to rescue the love of his life, Tom devises Operation Tulip, a plan to bring Nancy home.But as Nancy infiltrates the Dutch SS, she finds herself catching the eye of an even more senior member of the Party. Is Nancy in too deep, or can Tom reach her before she gets caught?Inspired by the true events of occupied Holland during WW2, don’t miss this utterly gripping story of love, bravery and sacrifice.Readers have been gripped by Operation Tulip!’Swift is such a good storyteller … thrilling’ ?????’So hard to put down. I was completely immersed in Nancy’s world … will stay with me for a very long time’ ?????’The story shows humanity at its best and its worst’ ?????’A fantastic work of historical fiction’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | May 26, 2025 | Womens Fiction |
A heart-warming story about how a letter with surprising news changes everything – from the author of the beloved Found in a Bookshop’Compelling, eye-opening and heart-stirring, this book is unputdownable’ Katie Fforde’A beautiful writer . . . such attentive compassion and warmth’ Carys BraySeptember was adopted when she was fifteen months old. She knows nothing about her early life, but she grew up safe and loved. Now, though, it’s just September and her feckless boyfriend Shaun. And she’s at her wits’ end. There’s never enough money, and she has nothing to look forward to.Then a letter comes. September has inherited a house – and Shaun can see endless opportunities if she sells it. But, almost as soon as she sets foot in the garden, September knows she cannot let this home go. And she longs to find out more about the mysterious Lucia who left it to her. When the members of Lucia’s book club arrive, for the first time September hears stories of her mother, of the aunt who adored her, and of the secrets that broke the family apart. And she begins to make new friends. September feels safe here. But money alone can’t bring contentment. September is at the start of a journey full of surprises, shocks – and opportunities, if she’s brave enough . . .Readers LOVE The Second Chance Book Club’The story was so moving and genuine throughout. I felt seen in a way that doesn’t happen often with books’ ?????’A really uplifting and beautiful story’ ?????’Amazing from start to finish. I will certainly be looking this author up for more of her books’ ?????’Oh, how I loved this book! It’s so well written, the story is engaging and beautiful’ ?????’A lovely read – deeply moving, life affirming’ ?????’It was like a hug in book form, exactly when I needed one most’ ?????’As soon as I began to read this book I knew I already loved it!’ ?????’A heartwarming and uplifting story that explores family, love, friendship and most of all, kindness’ ?????’A book I’d recommend to anyone looking for something they’d not be able to put down when they started reading’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | May 26, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
When danger and desire collide, a witch with a sordid past and a special agent with nothing to lose must form an unlikely alliance.While trying to escape her past, kick-ass witch Willow McCray dispenses her own brand of justice swiftly and without mercy, until she crosses paths with sexy Magickal Bureau of Investigations Agent, Alex Denopoulos. Now, she must use her powers for good if she wants to stay out of the mage prison, Hellios. Alex will stop at nothing to catch a killer, including recruiting notorious felon, Willow McCray, to work for the agency. While under his guard, the lines between duty and passion become blurred with the red-haired beauty. His penchant for justice and deep-seated hatred of witches makes a future together seem impossible.But he’s not ready to let her go. Now he’ll risk more than his badge to keep her alive.If only Willow can vanquish the evil surrounding them and give Alex what he wants—before she loses her heart and even her very soul in the process.If you like Hailey Edwards, Lisa Edmonds, BR Kingsolver, or Jennifer Blackstream, you’ll love this paranormal romance with mystery, magic, and suspense!“An emotional, action packed, YUMMINESS ride!” – Carrie Book Fairy
by Philip Eliot | May 26, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
A biker and a ballerinaGabe is a bad boy biker…as long as bikes refer to mountain bikes and bad boy only means more tattoos than anyone else in Green Valley (which is not a high bar). He’s content being discontent in the sleepy small town, renting and repairing cycles and dreaming of escape. Then Clara Montgomery comes waltzing back into town with her perfect dancer legs and her shining future and Gabe’s wolf recognizes her as his own.Clara is within arm’s reach of her dancing goals, but fame and fortune don’t mean as much to her as finding a true mate for herself. She hoped that if she couldn’t be a shifter herself, she could at least meet the one who would complete her. Could one of her childhood friends be what she’s longed for so long? And why does a tattooed misfit she barely remembers give her a cold shrug and a racing heart?Gabe knows Clara is painfully out of his league and he’ll never admit that she’s his destiny. He’s not going to keep her from her dreams, and she’s not going to settle for second best at anything.The unpredictable magic of Green Valley brings a new stage (literally!) to the beloved cozy town with secret shifters, adorable kids and pets, and swoony fated mates.
by Philip Eliot | May 26, 2025 | Erotic Romance |
Tanner Rhodes is the most notorious bachelor in New York City. And we’re total opposites.I’m awkward, currently jobless, and have a bad habit of running into trouble. He’s gorgeous, filthy rich, and full of secrets.But one of this secrets?He’s stalking me.I’m sure of it. I catch him staring at me every day from my spot on the bench where I spy on him through binoculars. I know what you’re thinking. That maybe I’m the one stalking him. But that’s not the case. And I can prove it.He just sent me an invitation to an illicit club. Where he promises to make all my wildest dreams come true. All I have to do is sign the contract.What’s the worst that could happen if I sign? He’s just an innocent stalker. It’s not like he has even more secrets and is wanted by the FBI and I’m about to be caught up in the middle of all of it…
