by Philip Eliot | Mar 26, 2026 | Advice & How-To |
A fierce, lyrical manifesto that dares readers to face death without sentimentality—and reveals dying well as one of the deepest acts of living, loving, and human responsibility.Die Wise does not offer seven steps for coping with death. It does not suggest ways to make dying easier. It pours no honey to make the medicine go down. Instead, with lyrical prose, deep wisdom, and stories from his two decades of working with dying people and their families, Stephen Jenkinson places death at the center of the page and asks us to behold it in all its painful beauty. Die Wise teaches the skills of dying, skills that have to be learned in the course of living deeply and well. Die Wise is for those who will fail to live forever.Dying well, Jenkinson writes, is a right and responsibility of everyone. It is not a lifestyle option. It is a moral, political, and spiritual obligation each person owes their ancestors and their heirs. Die Wise dreams such a dream, and plots such an uprising. How we die, how we care for dying people, and how we carry our dead: this work makes our capacity for a village-mindedness, or breaks it.Table of ContentsThe Ordeal of a Managed DeathStealing Meaning from DyingThe Tyrant HopeThe Quality of LifeYes, But Not Like ThisThe WorkSo Who Are the Dying to You? Dying Facing HomeWhat Dying Asks of Us AllKidsAh, My Friend the Enemy
by Philip Eliot | Mar 26, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
A moving story of love and war.’ Bestselling author Robert FosterNorway, 1942. Haunted by the memories of a love lost to war, Anna Marlow is recruited by the Norwegian Resistance for a mission that will take her deep behind enemy lines in Nazi-occupied Norway.But when Anna discovers that Nils, the man she loved and lost, is not only alive but a leading figure in the Resistance, everything she thought she knew is shattered. Nils is walking a dangerous path, secretly aiding the fight for freedom while working with the Germans to protect his people.As Anna’s mission grows more perilous, her feelings for Nils become tangled with suspicion. The truth could destroy them both. Torn between love and duty, Anna must choose: follow her heart and risk everything, or stay true to her mission, even if it means losing Nils forever.A heartbreaking and gripping tale of courage, sacrifice and resilience in a world at war, perfect for fans of Soraya M. Lane, Kate Quinn, Rhys Bowen or Siobhan Curham.Readers love The Fragile Hour:????? ‘Once I started reading, I couldn’t stop.’ Kindle Customer????? ‘I had to stay up late to finish it. It left me saying Wow, and unable to sleep for quite some time.’ Sophi F????? ‘Truly brought history to life in an unforgettable story.’ Kindle Customer????? ‘Wow.’ Becky H????? ‘I was totally enthralled . . . I was glued to the end. Thank you for such a heartwarming story.’ Renee????? ‘A remarkable story.’ NC2CA????? ‘Totally captivating. Could hardly put it down.’ Amazon Customer
by Philip Eliot | Mar 25, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
A woman on the run is forced into hiding with the man she loved and lost—the father of her secret child—in this inspirational romantic suspense.Being attacked after discovering her client’s dead body sends estate lawyer Ivy Bridges running to the one man she thinks she can trust—her college ex, Special Agent Jacob Garcia. After arriving at his ranch with the daughter he doesn’t know exists, Ivy finds facing Jacob just as hard as escaping the killers on her heels. Can Jacob keep them safe—even as enemies close in on all sides?
by Philip Eliot | Mar 25, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
In the New York Times–bestselling author’s sweet and wholesome romance, a brief return home leads to unexpected feelings for the handsome pastor next door. Returning to her hometown to clear out her late mother’s house, Vanessa Donovan’s goal is to do the job quickly and escape. She refuses to get involved with her handsome neighbor, Rory Sanderson. And she certainly won’t let herself be dazzled by his smile and caring ways. Because if there’s one thing Vanessa won’t do, it’s fall for a minister. While the pastor in Rory wants to mend Vanessa’s wounds, the man in him can’t resist the beautiful woman. But while he’s helping her, Vanessa is doing the unthinkable—healing his own deep scars and opening his heart. Now he’ll have to muster his courage and his faith to convince her that love is worth the risk.
by Philip Eliot | Mar 25, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
Inspired by an incredible true story, this is an unforgettable novel about love, loss and one impossible choice ‘Heart-breaking but so uplifting – Kerry really is a hugely talented voice’ Nicola Cornick, author of The Forgotten SisterLondon, 1940When nurse Elsie offers to send a reassuring letter to the family of a patient, she has an idea. She begins a book of last letters: messages to be sent on to wounded soldiers’ loved ones should the very worst come to pass, so that no one is left without a final goodbye.But one message will change Elsie’s life forever. When a patient makes a devastating request, can Elsie find the strength to do the unthinkable?London, present dayStephanie has a lot of people she’d like to speak to: her estranged brother, to whom her last words were in anger; her nan, whose dementia means she is only occasionally lucid enough to talk.When she discovers a book of wartime letters, Stephanie realises the importance of our final words – and uncovers the story of a secret love, a desperate choice, and the unimaginable courage of the woman behind it all…A moving and compelling historical fiction novel from the author of The Girl in the Picture, perfect for fans of The Nightingale and The Keeper of Happy Endings.Readers LOVE The Book of Last Letters!‘I loved this book from beginning to end. It was one of those books that you just couldn’t put down… One of the best books I have read’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘A blinder of a novel. A brilliant story that at times is heartwarming and yet at other times heartbreaking’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘A gripping and emotional read that will stay with me for a long time’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘An incredible read and I absolutely loved it’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘An absolutely beautiful book… It’s a definite read and read again for me’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘What a beautiful story. It took me on an emotional rollercoaster… I couldn’t put it down’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????‘Gripping… Such a wonderful read’ NetGalley Reviewer, ?????
