by Philip Eliot | Sep 8, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
The sole survivor of a serial killer might hold the key to stopping a new spree of murders in this propulsive horror thriller in the vein of The Black Phone and The Whisper Man.Dark and twisting at every turn, fans of Catriona Ward will love this chilling new tale from the deviously inventive horror author that Peter Farris calls the “clear heir to Stephen King.”Beware the one who got away . . . Father Silence once terrorized the rural town of Twisted Tree, disguising himself as a priest to prey on the most vulnerable members of society. When the police finally found his “House of Horrors,” they uncovered nineteen bodies and one survivor–a boy now locked away in a hospital for the criminally insane.Nearly two decades later, Father Silence is finally put to death, but by the next morning, the detective who made the original arrest is found dead. A new serial killer is taking credit for the murder and calling himself the Outcast.The detective’s daughter, Tess Claibourne, is a detective herself, haunted by childhood trauma and horrified by the death of her father and the resurgence of Father Silence’s legacy.When Tess’s daughter is kidnapped by the Outcast, Tess is forced to face her worst fears and long-buried memories. With no leads to follow, she travels back to Twisted Tree to visit the boy who survived and see what secrets might be buried in the tangled web of his broken mind.With captivating prose and an old-school horror flair, Sleep Tight is a must-read, haunting tale from a true master of the genre.
by Philip Eliot | Sep 8, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
????? “If you love your paranormal with a dash of thriller, a bit of romance and well crafted monsters… If you are not much into a damsels in distress and rather have a woman who won’t hesitate about rescuing herself… If you are willing to step into a world that promises more than just blood suckers (the vampires are superb, but there is so much more!)… Then this book is for you!” — Amazon reader reviewAdam is a vampire—dangerously attractive, arrogant, and utterly terrifying. All I want is to forget vampires exist and banish him from my dreams. But no amount of wishing can stop him from haunting my every move, claiming he’s protecting me from an unseen enemy. As bodies begin to pile up around me, I can’t help but wonder if Adam is the true threat, playing with me the way a cat toys with its prey.Samantha Chase, a young private investigator, is no stranger to danger. But when she crosses paths with a mysterious vampire, she’s pulled into a deadly game of shadows and deception, where she is both prize and prey.?Can Samantha survive a game played by beautiful monsters—without become one??? Fall into this heart-pounding paranormal romantic adventure tonight! ??????“Fantastically well written with great characters, unexpected twists and superb storytelling.” —Amazon reader reviewVisit www.RKCloseBooks.com
by Philip Eliot | Sep 8, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
‘Guaranteed to blindside even the most experienced thriller reader.’ Booklist Starred ReviewMeet troubled criminologist Dr Will Traynor. He doesn’t play by the book, but his dark past helps him capture killers by getting inside their minds.Three years agoDr Will Traynor arrives home to find his nine-year-old daughter locked away in a cupboard and his wife missing.NowA clumsily decapitated body is found abandoned on Blackfoot Running Trail in Birmingham. A sickly, metallic smell hangs in the heavy air . . . but the head is nowhere to be seen.With the investigating team getting nowhere, Detective Bernard Watts is reluctantly forced to call in expert criminologist Dr Will Traynor.Traynor is a loose cannon and no team player, but his unorthodox methods unearth a gruesome clue. Two human skulls buried in a shallow grave just a stone’s throw from the murder scene.The team is now looking for a serial killer.And it’s only Traynor who can get inside the killer’s mind to unlock the terrifying truth.This unputdownable crime mystery full of twists is perfect for fans of Patricia Cornwell, Kathy Reichs, Karin Slaughter, Angela Marsons and Helen H. Durrant.Please note this book was previously published as Dark Truths.WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING ABOUT A.J. CROSS:‘Outstanding . . . Cross, herself a forensic psychologist, plays fair with the reader right up to the surprising conclusion.’ Publishers Weekly Starred Review of The Coldest Death‘Cross pulls no punches in a shocking tale of crime and punishment.’ Kirkus Reviews????? ‘A perfectly dark and riveting thriller that will keep you hooked from the first thrilling page!’ Cathy T.????? ‘Exceptional.’ Jay????? ‘Brilliant, full of twists and turns.’ Joanne????? ‘The author has a way of drawing you into the story and putting you into the passenger seat of the investigation.’ Erica????? ‘It takes a real talent with words to write a story in this way . . . This was a FIVE STAR read for me!’ Cloud Lake Literary????? ‘A well-written and cleverly-plotted crime novel.’ The Quick and the ReadTHE DETECTIVEEver since that night three years ago, Dr Will Traynor has been obsessed with finding his wife’s body and identifying her killer. Now the expert criminologist is back to working on the darkest murder cases. It’s perhaps not the best profession for someone diagnosed with severe post-traumatic stress, but Traynor’s dark past makes him perfect for hunting down depraved killers . . .THE AUTHORLike her main character in the Dr Kate Hanson Mysteries, A.J. Cross is a forensic psychologist who draws on her professional knowledge from twenty years’ experience to create shockingly realistic villains that will chill you to your core.
by Philip Eliot | Sep 8, 2026 | Science Fiction |
Kickass sci-fi heroine versus deadly aliensGrowing up as a Martian on Earth has left Jas Harrington solitary, quick-tempered, and with zero tolerance for fools. All plus points when working as chief security officer aboard prospecting starships.Jas’s latest berth is on the Galathea, which trawls the reaches of the galaxy seeking precious minerals and rare resources. She thinks it’s a routine trip. She’s wrong.There’s more to the latest planet than meets the eye. If only Jas could convince the captain of the need for caution, but she might as well wish for a tasty meal in the ship’s canteen.All hell breaks loose, and Jas’s skills are put to the ultimate test. If she fails, the ship’s crew, the galactic empire, and humanity itself are at risk.Start this fast-paced, action-packed complete space opera adventure today!
by Philip Eliot | Sep 8, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
BrokenWhen US Marshal Makala Madigan heads to South Dakota to recapture a fugitive, she quickly learns just how much Sheriff Gage Dawson doesn’t want her on the case. As sparks fly between them, she has to wonder if she’s angry at him, or herself, because of the emotions that rise to the surface. Emotions that she’s carefully protected.Hidden SecretsJohnny was sent to prison because he was in the wrong place at the wrong time, but now he’s out. He went off the grid to get away from a society that condemned him because of who he is.But when he finds a woman on the brink of death, he’ll do everything in his power to keep her safe because her kidnappers are still out there. They still want her dead.
