by Philip Eliot | Dec 15, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
‘HELP! I am addicted to this series! Unputdownable’ NetGalley reviewer ?????Snow is falling. Murder is calling. Journalist Gordon Carver receives news that sends a chill down his spine. Rushing home from the pub, he frantically calls his police contact, DCI James Walker to share his discovery, only to be struck from behind, plunging him into darkness.James misses the call, and by the time he arrives at the crime scene, Gordon is dead. With his name as the last entry in Gordon’s phone, James is thrust into a chilling investigation. What vital information was Gordon about to reveal, and who silenced him?With no witnesses and scant evidence, James races against time to uncover the truth. Can he uncover the mystery before the killer slips away?Readers can’t put down Alex Pine’s winter crime:’You know winter is coming when the latest Alex Pine novel drops’ Netgalley reviewer ?????’This is my favourite book in the series’ Netgalley reviewer ?????’What a fantastic book…the killer is a surprise!’ Netgalley reviewer ?????
by Philip Eliot | Dec 15, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
1966. England wins the soccer World Cup. The same night, a barmaid’s body is discovered near an abandoned lighthouse. Two more murders follow; all remain unsolved.2005. D.I. Andy Ross is called in when a disturbingly similar series of murders begins in the same location. If their estimates are correct, Ross and his team have one week to solve the case before the next Lighthouse Murder takes place.D.I. Ross and Sergeant Izzie Drake seek to apprehend the vicious killer. But with few clues and even less evidence, can they catch him in time?Praise:????? – “Will keep you on the edge of your seat.”????? – “Kudos to Porter for continuing to deliver quality stories with powerful messages and imagery.”
by Philip Eliot | Dec 15, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
Working at a cat cafe seemed exactly like Amber’s cup of tea… until a lethal blend of magic and murder conjured up a cauldron of trouble. This enchanting set contains over 1200 pages of paranormal cozy fun!Novice witch Amber Eldritch is back in her hometown of Windsor, after her dream job as a London journalist turned into a nightmare. She’s hoping for a peaceful time, baking cakes and working at her aunt’s cat café, but with murder brewing all around, she’s compelled to cook up some clues.To help solve the murders, she’s joined by her talking ginger cat, the ghost of her grandmother, and the handsome vampire policeman who broke her heart all those years ago.With witty banter, unexpected twists, and a dash of romance to sink your teeth into, you’ll adore these spellbinding tales in Rosie Reed’s humorous Cat Café Magical Mystery series.Cozy up on the couch and try to solve each magical mystery today!Updated edition: now includes additional stories from the Cat Café Magical Mystery Series as well as the prequel novella.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 15, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
A hidden satchel. A long-buried murder. A seaside town with secrets worth killing for…When Harvey Ross’s terrier unearths an old leather satchel on Sheringham beach, the retired Detective Inspector discovers something the Norfolk waves should have claimed decades ago: evidence of an unreported 1950s murder—and a cryptic reference to treasure the locals swear doesn’t exist.Newly divorced and restless, Harvey can’t resist pulling the thread. But as he navigates seaside gossip, forgotten grudges, and lies that have aged like the salt-worn groynes along the coast, he realizes someone is watching. Someone who’s kept this secret for seventy years and won’t let a meddling newcomer drag it into the light.With Max at his side and allies among Sheringham’s quirky residents, Harvey must solve the mystery before the next high tide washes away more than just footprints in the sand.A delightful coastal cozy brimming with charm, twists, and dark currents beneath the surface. Perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton, Richard Osman, and Frances Evesham.——————————————————————–What people are saying about Theo Harris:“????? Brilliant! Wow…I absolutely loved this read, it’s definitely not your normal crime thriller!”“????? Gripping and Gritty Crime Thriller – A Must-Read!”“????? Nice to see justice being served, even if it is slightly unconventional!” “????? One of my favourite reads of the year, waiting for the rest of the series!”“????? Really gripping storytelling that is clearly well researched and engaging.” “????? If you’re looking for a gripping, fast-paced, and intelligently written crime novel, look no further – this one delivers on all fronts!”
by Philip Eliot | Dec 15, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Mince Pies, Mistletoe, and a Murder Most FestiveI used to think the most ridiculous thing about my life was my name—Holly Wood.That was before I nearly froze in a snowdrift and was rescued by the real Mrs. Claus. Now I’m recuperating in her storybook cottage in Candy Cane Hollow, where the fairy lights never switch off and Christmas lasts all year.Just when my lonely heart starts to think this might be home (helped by Mrs. Claus’s distractingly handsome son, Nick), disaster strikes. The frostiest receptionist in town eats one of Mrs. Claus’s famous mince pies and collapses. Suddenly my kind-hearted rescuer is suspect number one.With elf police posted at the door and Gilbert, the over-helpful house-elf, underfoot, Nick and I dive into small-town rivalries, festive competitions, and very human motives. We need the truth on the table before Christmas dinner… and before they haul Mrs. Claus away.Christmas Corpse is the first book in the Candy Cane Hollow Christmas Cozy Mystery series. A warm, magical, and clean holiday whodunit for fans of Hallmark-style cozies and anyone who wishes they could spend Christmas in Santa’s own hometown.________________________________________________Praise for Christmas Corpse:????? “Exactly what a true Christmas Believer wants to read… I’d love to move there.”????? “Suspend your belief and immerse yourself in this cute Christmas tale of mystery and magic.”????? “What a fun story! … a secret town where everything and everyone is Christmas.”????? “Such a delightful read… I want to read the entire series in one day.”????? “Great read… Christmas, humor, murder and a little romance makes this a must read!”????? “Descriptions of the town made me wish I was there… heartwarming and a pleasure to read.”????? “One of the happiest cozies I’ve read… a totally clean read… gratifyingly happy ending.”????? “A delightful read… each book is a magical escape from the harsh realities of life.”????? “Absolutely delightful… Uplifting cozy Christmas mystery.”????? “Lots of Christmas feels, magic, and murder.”
