by Philip Eliot | Jul 21, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
An utterly escapist story about a journey to remember through the French countryside, from the bestselling author of The Bordeaux Book Club. When Sarah breaks her leg, her only thought is how on earth she’ll get to the south of France for her beloved son’s wedding. She’s been told not to fly, and the train route involves many changes – not ideal when you can barely walk.There’s only one person she can turn to. Her son’s father, Hal. The pair were teenage sweethearts when Sarah fell pregnant, and he’s always been in his son’s life. Only his parenting style is more ‘fun uncle’ than serious dad; all the ‘proper parenting’ has been left to Sarah. He’s oblivious. She’s furious.But she’s out of options. And Hal is happy to drive her, with one proviso: they’re taking the scenic route, in his battered VW camper van.Now, two people – whose lives have only been intertwined through their child for more than twenty years – are about to find out there is far more of a journey ahead for them than either could possibly anticipate…An unmissable story, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Veronica Henry and Faith Hogan – available now!Readers are loving Road Trip to the Riviera:‘It was such a pleasure to spend a few days with Sarah and Hal as they rediscovered each other on the way to their son’s wedding. A wonderful mix of humour and warmth.’ No.1 bestselling author, Laura Pearson‘A charming second chance romance set in the glorious French countryside… A perfect summer read.’ Nancy Peach‘Gillian’s books are just gorgeous, transporting me to France for a delicious slice of escapist romantic fiction.’ Jessica Redland‘A sun-drenched scenic route to second chances. Heartwarming!’ Mandy Baggot‘What a gorgeous, slow burn, second chance romance! … A wonderful story of regrets, memories, muddling through and seizing the day!’ Victoria Springfield‘This novel delivers in the most sun-drenched, croissant-filled way possible… A story about second chances, patience, and the version of yourself you might rediscover when you finally slow down enough to look. Highly recommended, especially if you are about to go on holiday!’ Reader review ?????‘A heartwarmingly touching story and I loved it.’ Reader review ?????‘Gillian Harvey’s heartwarming and entertaining writing draws you in from the very beginning. Her books are filled with laughter and relatable characters, making them incredibly entertaining. It’s the perfect book to take on vacation because you won’t want to put it down!’ Reader review ?????
by Philip Eliot | Jul 21, 2026 | Fantasy |
At 182 years old, Hilda Rockfall thought her adventuring days were long behind her.For over seventy years, she roamed the realm as a ranger with the adventuring party Stone & Splendor—taking quests, slaying beasts, and collecting monster teeth like trophies from the boundless sea to the edge of the wilds. But for the past eight decades, she’s traded her sword for slippers, living the quiet life of a proud grandmother nestled in the mountains, telling tales no one quite believes and baking a mean honey crumble.That peace is shattered when an old friend—and former party member—passes on and leaves Hilda one final quest: scatter his ashes at a secret location marked on a map they looted back in their glory days.Hilda figures it’ll be a nice little hike. Maybe a nostalgic trip down memory lane.But then she opens the map.And scrawled across the bottom in faded ink are four unsettling words:There be dragons here.About the Series: Welcome to the enchanting world of Tales of Aedrea, where small-scale stories, low-stakes adventure, and cozy fantasy come to life within an epic, high-fantasy realm. Each tale can be enjoyed as a standalone novel.There Be Dragons Here is a cozy, low-stakes fantasy of family dynamics, friendship, and proving that it’s never too late to find adventure. Perfect for fans of The Hobbit and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 21, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
A secret lies behind every door…The Dordogne, 1936Amid tangled gardens and crumbling walls, Chateau Rousseau guards its secrets well.Pushing open its faded door, Thirza Caruthers arrives to care for her great-aunt. She’s made a promise – unaware of what awaits.As the skies darken above Europe, the chateau begins to reveal its secrets: stories of forbidden love, devastating betrayal, and a child who vanished years ago.But in uncovering the truth, Thirza may lose herself forever.READERS LOVE THE LOST CHÂTEAU:‘Dinah has a gift for storytelling’ ?????‘Lush, atmospheric, and beautifully written’?????‘Captivating’ ?????‘So cleverly written … Would definitely recommend!’ ?????‘A superbly written novel with all sorts of twists and turns!’ ?????‘Another heartstopping historical novel by Dinah Jefferies … Highly recommended’ ?????‘Highly recommended for fans of the author, historical fiction and a little mystery’ ?????‘A wonderful book with interesting characters’ ?????‘My favourite Dinah Jefferies novel so far … A fantastic page turner’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | Jul 21, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
A body in the duck pond? Journalist Lady Felicity Quick is on the scene! But so is a devious killer, in a village full of secrets…England, 1921. Murder has stunned the peaceful Devonshire village of Lower Diddleton. Local resident and intrepid reporter Lady Felicity Quick is ready to write up the dastardly crime when a dashing and talented journalist arrives from London to steal her story.Ignoring suggestions that a young woman of a certain standing has no business meddling in murder, Felicity uses her inquisitiveness, persistence, and natural charm to unearth Lower Diddleton’s secrets. With her mostly faithful canine accomplice at her side, she interviews everyone from the village baker to the president of the plant and floral society.But when an innocent family friend stands accused of the crime, Felicity has no choice: to find the real killer, Felicity must join forces with her rival. Can she swallow her pride before the murderer gets away with it — or is Felicity risking a bullet through her cloche hat?If you love puzzling murders full of quirky characters and the charm of 1920s England, then you will love this historical mystery! Murder on the Village Green is perfect for readers of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright, Magda Alexander, and Agatha Christie.Start the series today!
by Philip Eliot | Jul 21, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
This original anthology of noir fiction set in Maryland’s Charm City includes new stories by David Simon, Laura Lippman, Jim Fusilli, and more.As fans of the HBO series The Wire have known for years, Baltimore is home to a rich and diverse underworld that is matched by an equally rich and diverse literary tradition. This is the city where Dashiell Hammett worked as a Pinkerton agent. It’s also where Zelda Fitzgerald came for psychiatric treatment. In this sterling collection of noir fiction, some of Baltimore’s best authors “confront the full irony that is Charm City, a place where you can go from the leafy beauty of the North Side neighborhoods to the gutted ghettos of the West Side in less than twenty minutes, then find your way to the revamped Inner Harbor in another ten” (Laura Lippman, from the introduction).Baltimore Noir includes brand-new stories by David Simon, Laura Lippman, Tim Cockey, Rob Hiaasen, Robert Ward, Sujata Massey, Jack Bludis, Rafael Alvarez, Marcia Talley, Joseph Wallace, Lisa Respers France, Charlie Stella, Sarah Weinman, Dan Fesperman, Jim Fusilli, and Ben Neihart.
