by Philip Eliot | May 22, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
A detective chasing a fugitive. An ex-cop haunted by the past. A little girl who may have seen too much.Detective Liz Moorland is already stretched thin by a dangerous manhunt when a fatal crash on a lonely country road lands on her desk. Everyone else sees a tragic accident. Retired cop Vince Carter sees murder.Once respected, now isolated and drowning in old grief, Vince has spent years hiding from the world in his decaying cottage. But when his estranged daughter and son-in-law are killed, leaving behind eight-year-old Melanie, he is forced back into it. And when a threatening voicemail surfaces, his instincts tell him someone wanted them dead.As Liz and Vince follow the threads between the crash and her fugitive investigation, the shadows around Melanie begin to close in. Because the little girl survived that night for a reason.And somewhere in the darkness, a killer is making plans to keep her silent.Lest We Forgive is the gripping first novel in the Detective Liz Moorland series — an atmospheric Australian police procedural filled with suspense, family tragedy, and chilling twists.Books 1-4 now optioned for screen!
by Philip Eliot | May 22, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
In this suspenseful romantic mystery, a troubled police officer meets a woman determined to bury her past. Their whirlwind romance seems idyllic until secrets collide with murderous intentions.Charlotte police officer Jordan Monroe is used to being in control. Ever since his father died, he has provided for his mother and sisters and even hired his two brothers-in-law to help run his successful construction company. On a chance business trip, however, he meets the one person who throws his life into a whirlwind — Jaynee.Jaynee has lived a tragic life and has sworn off dating. That is until a rugged southern gentleman lands in her seating area, refusing to take no for an answer. From the moment they meet, Jordan sweeps her off her feet, assuring her that happiness exists. But can she really escape her past?Five years later, Jordan finds Jaynee on their back porch with a gunshot wound to the head. While Jaynee lies in a coma, Jordan has to go back to their beginning and figure out what went wrong. Did he push his wife to the edge, or have past secrets come back to haunt them?????? “You’ll be swept off your feet along with Jaynee as she discovers the man of her dreams. You’ll be drawn into the drama. And you’ll flip the pages fast as Jordan must desperately figure out the truth in time. I was and did!” — New York Times bestselling author Jaime Rush????? “SHE BELONGS TO ME is definitely a good suspenseful read. Ms. DeSousa is a talented author and I had no problem in connecting with the characters. The story displayed a realistic relationship between Jordan and Jaynee.” — The Romance Reviews
Review >????? “You’ll be swept off your feet along with Jaynee as she discovers the man of her dreams. You’ll be drawn into the drama. And you’ll flip the pages fast as Jordan must desperately figure out the truth in time. I was and did!” — New York Times bestselling author Jaime Rush????? “SHE BELONGS TO ME is definitely a good suspenseful read. Ms. DeSousa is a talented author and I had no problem in connecting with the characters. The story displayed a realistic relationship between Jordan and Jaynee.” — The Romance Reviews From the Author Note: She Belongs to Me was originally published December 24, 2011. While there have been a few updates, this is the original story. Happy reading! About the Author A romantic-suspense writer, Carmen DeSousa’s stories overflow with romance, mystery, suspense, a hint of paranormal sometimes, and of course, tragedy. After all, what would a great story be without a tragic event setting the stage? All of her novels are sensual, but not erotic, gripping but not graphic and will make you cry, laugh, love, and hope.
by Philip Eliot | May 22, 2026 | Action & Adventure |
“Torrens’ best work so far–if you’re a fan of murder, mystery, and mountains, you’re a fan of Damaged!” –Gary Gerlacher, bestselling author of the AJ Docker Medical ThrillersVeteran pilot Tyler Zahn was the Air Force’s rising star until personal and professional tragedies shattered his life and spiraled him into depression. The lesson he learned? When Zahn’s in charge, people get hurt.Seeking a fresh start, Zahn moves to the quiet town of Buena Vista in the Colorado Rockies. His plan is simple—join the local search and rescue team, get in shape, and cut back on the beer. He hopes to find a way to be useful again.An escaped prisoner and a kidnapping unexpectedly thrust Zahn into the fray alongside a local deputy sheriff. As he uncovers a terrorist plot to disrupt Colorado’s intricate water system, Zahn realizes he’s in deeper than he ever intended.Struggling with his past failures and the danger at hand, Zahn wishes he’d never gotten involved. Innocent lives are at risk, and once again, he’s at the center of the storm. Can he rise above his doubts and save a town, or will the legacy of his past compel him to back down?
by Philip Eliot | May 22, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
AmalieHe’s a bully, and it was most definitely hate at first sight… for him. I don’t know what I did to piss off the campus king.But apparently my existence was reason enough for him to make my life miserable.Jake Thorn is used to people falling at his feet, but the high school quarterback could forget it.He could try all he wanted.He wouldn’t break me.How could he… I was already broken.JakeShe’s an English Rose and I’m about to be a thorn in her side… She doesn’t belong here, and from the moment she steps foot in Rosewood High, I’m determined to get rid of her.Lost little rich girl, trying to recover from the death of her parents. Cry me a river.The betrayal I see reflected each time our eyes lock must end; I can’t live with the constant reminder.This is my life. My school. My rules.What I say goes. And I say she’s done.Until she proves me wrong…Thorn, a high-stakes, high-heat bully romance featuring a possessive anti-hero, a resilient new girl with a tragic past, and enough angst to wreck you.Perfect for readers who love: Bully Romance Enemies to Lovers High School Sports Romance He Falls First and Harder King of the School Secret Late Night Visits Broken HeroGrab your copy to dive into Rosewood High today!
by Philip Eliot | May 22, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
From bestselling author, Mia Heintzelman comes a flirty, girls’ getaway, vacation fling turned workplace romance for those who believe in serendipity.Dante Fortemani’s family never takes his ideas seriously during business meetings, so he zones out. That is, until the agenda includes selling his late grandfather’s struggling vineyard. Desperate, he appeals to his mother and siblings, and buys himself two months to protect their legacy.Business consultant Morgan Forster is constantly connected to anything with a digital pulse. Her friends believe she’s a stressed-out workaholic in need of an intervention: a Galentine’s Day getaway in wine country, an electronic detox, and hopefully, Mr. Right feeding her grapes.The Fortemani Vineyard Galentine’s brunch is a smashing success for Dante. Except for the woman hiding in a corner with her phone…who’s convinced he’s an escort hired by her helpful Sister Circle. Soon, laughter, undeniable chemistry, and an unforgettable night, lead Dante to hire Morgan to help save the vineyard. She accepts under one condition: it’s strictly business.As they tread through an inconvenient attraction to create a proposal before the next meeting, though, their focus yields to blossoming feelings. Is it a mistake for them to mix business with pleasure? Or is a chance at love worth the risk?The Accidental Crush is a small-town, vacation-fling-turned-workplace romance with sizzling chemistry, vineyard charm, and the promise of love where you least expect it. Perfect for fans of bingeable romcoms!
