by Philip Eliot | May 23, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Watch out, Wilder, Texas! Sweetie’s back in town!Sweetheart Mae Holiday is the oldest of the six Holiday sisters—the one who carries the burden of continuing the family’s ranching tradition. Except Sweetie doesn’t want to be a rancher. She wants to be the next Dolly Parton. And she’s going to achieve her dream come hell or high water…or the inability to sing her songs in front of a crowd. When her daddy suffers a heart attack, she heads home to Wilder. Before she even reaches the edge of town, she’s pulled over by a sexy-but-grumpy sheriff who makes it clear she’s not welcome. Since before she headed off to Nashville she broke his cousin’s heart, she understands why Sheriff Decker Carson has a bone to pick. But no one tells Sweetie what she can and can’t do. When she finds out her mama and daddy are losing the ranch, Sweetie decides to put her country music dreams on hold and stay to help save her beloved home—even if she has to take on a stubborn Texas lawman whose sizzling kisses make her start to wonder if she’s been following the wrong dream all along.Decker Carson has had a thing for Sweetie since first seeing her strut around the Holiday Ranch with her golden ponytail swinging and her eyes sparkling like a dew-drenched meadow. But he flat refuses to let his feelings show. Everyone in Wilder knows Sweetie has always been Jace’s girl. Jace is not only Decker’s cousin, but also the one who helped him get through the loss of both his parents. Decker is not about to break the no-kissing-cousin’s-girlfriends rule—even if Sweetie and Jace have been broken up for years. Unfortunately, when a scintillating rumor spreads through town and every cowboy in the county starts showing up on the Holiday’s front porch with flowers and marriage proposals, it’s Decker’s job as sheriff to untangle the mess. Which means spending a lot more time with the one woman he can’t resist . . . and the one girl he wants to make his own.
by Philip Eliot | May 23, 2025 | Action & Adventure |
A war veteran turns vigilante to take down the greedy land baron who killed his brother in this action-packed wester.“A rip-roarin’ tale of revenge that brings the Old West alive. All told by a storyteller working at top form.” —Matt Braun, author of Gentleman RogueAfter a seven-year absence, Mark Talbot returns to the Dakota Territory looking for a little peace a quiet. But peace isn’t what he finds: Greedy landholder King Magnussen of the Double-X ranch wants sole reign of the Bench, a fertile and prosperous region in the Dakota Territory. And Magnussen always gets what he wants.So when Talbot meets beautiful young Suzanne, King’s beloved daughter, he learns quickly that Suzanne always gets what she wants, too. And she wants Talbot. Then there’s Jacy Kincaid, the little-girl-next-door, who has grown into a stunning strong-willed woman, fighting against King and his thugs for turning the Dakota Territory into Dakota Kill.Before Talbot can rest his tired bones, he finds himself not only confronted with a land war, but a love war too. . . .“An action-packed, entertaining read for fans of traditional westerns.” —Booklist
by Philip Eliot | May 23, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
Meet the agent with an impossible directive: solve the FBI’s most baffling cases.This book bundle includes the first six books in the Abby Kane FBI series. These gripping thrillers have captivated nearly a million readers worldwide, racking up thousands of 5-star reviews.Readers have recommended this to friends, book clubs, and more.????? “There is nothing predictable in these books!”????? “Abby breaks the mold entirely!”????? “I had to put the book down for a few minutes just to take a breath.”If you want books with more twists and turns than a box of pretzels, you’ll love the highly addictive Abby Kane series.What’s IncludedCorktown #1: A locked-up serial killer is still killing.Tenderloin #2: Abby faces off against a killer known as El Monstruo.Russian Hill #3: San Francisco faces a murderous married duo.Lumpini Park #4: Abby investigates a game that serial killers worldwide are playing.Coit Tower #5: Abby becomes the grand prize in an online killing game.Kowloon Bay #6: Abby’s deceased husband is accused of being a murderer.The story might hook you, but Abby will keep you coming back. Get started on a series that readers have called “intriguing, fascinating… like peeling an onion with no end in sight.”
by Philip Eliot | May 23, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
A murder in a quiet village is causing anxiety for a psychologist—who must face her fears to find the killer . . . Psychologist Laurel Nightingale has fled from her problems in search of peace and respite. However, after discovering a dead body shortly after arriving in the tight-knit community of Elderwick, she wonders if village life is as wholesome as she first thought. Local police are convinced the death was accidental, but Laurel suspects murder and enlists her new friend Maggie to join her quest to uncover the truth. When a second body is found, Laurel ruffles feathers by pointing the finger at one of the locals. But when her accusation backfires, she’s left alienated and afraid. With her fear at an all-time high, her sleuthing partner gone missing, and village gossip spreading like wildfire, Laurel wonders who she can truly trust. Is it time to move on yet again? And will her newly formed friendships be enough to save her from this mysterious murderer?A Little Bird Told Me is the debut whodunit from an exciting new voice in cozy mystery fiction that will put your sleuthing skills to the test.
by Philip Eliot | May 23, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Bake Off Wars is back! Get your aprons on and let the sleuthing begin!BREAKING NEWS Vera Bolt, Queen of Bakes, dies unexpectedly aged 66In a shocking announcement this afternoon, Vera Bolt’s agent confirmed that the Bake Off Wars judge and national treasure died yesterday. Ms Bolt was in the process of filming the next series of the hugely popular television show at Francis Court, the home of the King’s sister and her family. It’s believed that the renowned pastry chef was stabbed in the heart, and the main suspect is rumoured new royal girlfriend, Summer York.What am I supposed to do? Lady Beatrice has promised DCI Richard Fitzwilliam that she won’t get involved in the investigation into Vera Bolt’s death. But when her brother’s new love interest, Summer York, becomes the top suspect for Vera’s murder, Fred begs Bea to find out who the real killer is. In a race against time, can Bea navigate a labyrinth of secrets and lies, evade danger, and safeguard her friendship with Fitzwilliam?The answer may determine not only Summer’s innocence but also the fate of Bea’s and Fitzwilliam’s burgeoning feelings for each other.Another page-turning British cozy whodunnit with a hint of humour that you wouldn’t be able to put down from Helen Golden.“Oh my goodness what a read!! This had me captivated from the very beginning and I so desperately want to read more. This is part of a series but worked brilliantly as a stand alone. I’ve not read the previous books but am definitely adding them to my wish list now. The characters are simply wonderful and so very real… The plot of the book is very good. Plenty of suspects to keep you guessing and plenty of action. A fantastic book that flowed easily as I read. Perfect if you are looking for a light hearted read to take away the stress of the day.” Book Blogger Review
