by Philip Eliot | Jun 20, 2026 | Christian Nonfiction |
Some losses shatter you in an instant. Others break you slowly. What do you do with the grief that comes piece by piece?
One diagnosis. One phone call. One ordinary day that quietly becomes the dividing line between before and after. The kind of moment where everything familiar begins to unravel… and you’re left trying to hold together a life that no longer feels steady.
And somewhere in the middle of it all, questions start to surface.
Not loud at first… but persistent.
Is God still here in this?
Why does He feel so distant when I need Him most?
For Carmen Allen, dementia and cancer didn’t steal her parents all at once — they took them slowly… memory by memory… until she was living through one gradual goodbye after another.
And in the quiet ache of that unravelling, she often found herself asking:
“God… where are You?”
But tucked inside the fading were moments she didn’t understand until much later — small, unexpected glimpses of comfort and timing that didn’t feel like coincidence at all. A perfectly timed phone call. A stranger’s kindness. A sudden lift in the heaviness.
She came to recognise them as what she now calls “hidden hellos” — quiet reminders that even in the silence, she wasn’t as alone as she felt.
Grief’s Gift is a daughter’s raw story of heartbreak, faith stretched thin, and the surprising ways hope can begin to reappear — even in the middle of loss.
This book will help you:
• Recognise God’s presence even when He feels quiet
• Find language for wrestling with your faith that doesn’t feel shameful
• Experience the comfort of a story that mirrors your own
Alongside her story, Grief’s Gift includes a practical tips section for daughters and caregivers — with checklists, guidance on aged care and government services, explanations of legal terminology, and the wisdom she wishes someone had shared with her sooner.
“This is also my story; perhaps every reader’s story.”
— Phillip Marshall
“Having experienced much grief and loss in my own life this book was extremely relatable.”
— Alison Lee
“Grief’s Gift by Carmen Allen gripped my heart the moment I began reading.”
— Olga Beaman
“Grief’s Gift is the most honest, raw, authentic memoir I have ever read.”
— Fiona Lawrence
“This book had me laughing, crying and thinking deeply about where God’s love fits into the mess of our lives.”
— Steve Allen
“Anyone who has walked this path of grief is sure to find validation and comfort in reading this book.”
— Lynn Menhennitt
“This book shows there is hope in darkness and that God is present when we can’t see Him.”
— Catherine Morgan
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
He had the perfect life. He’ll kill to get it back. A career man, Edwin Murphy has always put more effort into his work than his family. Everything changes for Edwin when his wife files for divorce. On the brink of losing his home, his job and his daughter, Edwin orchestrates an intricate plan to eliminate his wife and regain his former lifestyle.The police are baffled when bodies begin to appear all over London with no apparent connection between them. Detective Chief Inspector David Morton must think outside the box as he investigates the deadly web of deceit behind the murders.Dead on Demand is the first stand-alone crime novel featuring DCI Morton.Scroll up to start reading the bestselling British crime series today.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Silent tears trickle down her cheeks as she curls inside the tiny cave-like space. She lies on her side, darkness all around her, rubbing her fingers over the little wooden doll he’d carved. He told her to be quiet, not to cry or scream. Not to be a baby. Her throat was raw, her eyes swollen shut. She wanted her mommy and daddy. She wanted to go home.
When Penny Matthews, a seven-year-old girl with blonde curls and a gap-toothed smile, goes missing in the Appalachian mountains, Detective Ellie Reeves is called straight to the scene. All that’s left behind is a pink friendship bracelet etched with “Penny”.
Thanks to her own childhood––which keeps her up at night, tossing and turning––Ellie knows all too well that the endless miles of dark forest and winding rivers are the perfect place for a criminal to hide, and a little girl doesn’t stand a chance. Racing against a brutal winter storm on the horizon, she searches desperately for Penny.
But when she discovers the remains of a small body, hidden by fallen leaves and wildflowers, the breath is knocked out of her. The old bones, and the carved wooden doll they’re buried with, have clearly been there for years. Ellie fears she’s up against a serial killer who has been stalking the mountains for decades, preying on children.
When Ellie spots tiny footprints near the unearthed grave, she’s certain they belong to Penny. As she begins to untangle the truth, she realizes the monster they’re looking for is connected to her own dark past. To save the little girl she needs to confront her own demons. Can she face her greatest fear before the twisted killer claims another helpless victim?
A totally gripping and utterly addictive new crime-thriller series for readers who love Lisa Regan, Kendra Elliot and Melinda Leigh. Prepare to stay up way past your bedtime––but be warned: you’ll be scared to turn the lights off after you’ve raced through the pages.
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 19, 2026 | Historical Romance |
In his quest for vengeance, a Scottish chieftain finds something unexpected. Love.Thane MacQuarie, chieftain of Clan MacQuarie, has his sights set on taking over Duart Castle and exacting vengeance on the mother who abandoned him. But when he witnesses a cruel man leave his wife, Tamsin Garvie, to drown on a rock in the sea, Thane can’t ignore the plight of the red-haired beauty.Left to die by her brutal husband, Tamsin prays for rescue, knowing she must survive to save her young daughter from the monster she married. Thane delivers her from the icy grip of Loch Tuath, but Tamsin’s injuries require more aid than he can provide.Thane seeks help from the new skilled healer at Duart Castle, the very place he planned to conquer. As Tamsin recovers, Thane finds himself unexpectedly drawn to the castle’s fierce swordsmen, sharp-eyed archers, and majestic warhorses. Spending time with Tamsin ignites a desire for a life he never thought possible—one filled with love and purpose.But when Tamsin’s husband learns of Thane’s interference, he vows to destroy everything Thane holds dear, including Tamsin and her daughter. As the vicious man closes in, Thane faces a choice that will shape the rest of his life. Will he cling to the vengeance that has driven him for so long? Or will he risk everything to protect the woman who could finally heal his scarred heart?In this riveting tale of passion, redemption, and the power of love to overcome even the darkest of pasts, Thane must decide what is worth fighting for—and what he’s willing to sacrifice for a chance at true happiness.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 19, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Abigail Summers, dressmaker in life, brilliant sleuth in death, is at Mayor Crimble’s Christmas disco when local politician, Edward Beaumont is murdered under the mistletoe.With the help of psychic medium, Hayley, and her police constable husband, they realise a mysterious wreath has all the clues they need.Another case emerges after an anonymous letter is sent to the police warning of a centuries-old curse, and Lady Florence Ethelridge asks for Hayley’s help. The curse predicts that there will be three deaths at Hawthorne Manor before the clock strikes twelve on New Year’s Eve.Hayley and the spiritual sleuths have to find the killer before the firework display goes off with more than a bang. But can they solve the case in time?The eighth book in Ann Parker’s Abigail Summers Cozy Mysteries, THE DEADLY CHRISTMAS WREATH weaves together suspense, humour and a touch of the paranormal.
