by Philip Eliot | Dec 11, 2025 | Historical Romance |
Love isn’t always what it seems . . . The third Regency romance in the lush and sensual Masters of Seduction series by the USA Today–bestselling author.Justin Reeve Netherwood, Earl of Kempthorn—a.k.a. Thorn—has never cared much for his neighbor’s daughter. But his twin brother, Gideon, befriended the wild, reckless, and wholly inappropriate Miss Olivia Lydall in youth, and two have been close ever since. So when Olivia finds herself in a state of romantic conflict and seeks out Gideon for advice, he’s only too pleased to oblige. Only problem: The man Olivia is speaking to is Thorn. And now it’s too late for him to tell Olivia the truth . . .Thorn always believed that Olivia was too smitten with Gideon for her own good. So what’s the harm in steering her away from him? But Thorn’s charade turns out to be anything but harmless once he begins to see Olivia for who she really is: A woman full of spirit and passion . . . and someone he can’t live without. But how can Thorn claim Olivia’s heart when their deepening connection—and burning desire—is built on lies and deceit?”An unforgettable romance full of the divine, the deliciously tempting, and the delightfully unexpected. Alexandra Hawkins succeeds once again in building a series with a group of privileged, complex, and sexy men with strong friendships at the heart of it.” —Fresh Fiction
by Philip Eliot | Dec 11, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
In the state of Montana, there is a little-known legal loophole that provides for double proxy marriage, should a bride and groom be unable to say their wedding vows in person. Small-town schoolteacher, Jenny Lindstrom, agrees to take wedding vows on behalf of her best friend, while city slicker, Sam Kelley, promises to stand in on behalf of his cousin, the groom. But when these two unlikely proxies end up missing their appointment with the judge, they’re forced to spend a long weekend together.Despite their differences, they find themselves drawn to each other: Sam finds Jenny’s unaffected wholesomeness refreshing, and Sam’s gentle teasing fills Jenny with a longing she has never known. But when a supermodel ex, a very handsome principal, and three over-protective older brothers start meddling, will our sweet country mouse and slick city mouse find a path that leads to happily-ever-after?Set against the snowy backdrop of Gardiner, Montana, Proxy Bride is the perfect holiday read for fans of hot chocolate, warm gingerbread, and the magic of Hallmark Christmas movies!***** ~THE LINDSTROMS~ Book #1: Proxy Bride Book #2: Missy’s Wish Book #3: Sweet Hearts Book #4: Choose Me Book #5: Virtually Mine Book #6: Unforgettable You*****TRADE REVIEWS”THIS BOOK IS A WINNER.” –Kirkus Reviews”An enticing read…” –San Francisco/Sacramento Book Reviews”The unusual love affair of the two main characters unfolds in a lovely and unique way…” –Red City Review”This book made me smile, sigh, and warm all over.” – Penny Reid, New York Times bestselling author”Everything about this story tickled me, starting with the concept.” – Samanthe Beck, USA Today bestselling author”There was such magic and chemistry between them that I really didn’t want the book to end.” –The Book Enthusiast
by Philip Eliot | Dec 11, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
A small-town cowboy and former Special Forces soldier. A single mom. A second chance at Christmas love.After years in Special Forces, Rohan Telford has swapped his helmet for a Stetson and returned home to Marietta, Montana to help run his family’s cattle ranch. But one final task for his fallen team leader forces him to face the woman he never stopped loving—his high school sweetheart, Ginny Lane.Single mother Ginny has no time—or trust—for Rohan. She’s focused on keeping her father’s legacy alive by opening the Harry’s House Annex for local teens. But when Rohan saunters back into her life, her heart and memories are stirred, and a hell-no quickly becomes a maybe.As Christmas approaches, the tension between past regrets and present desires threatens to ignite a second chance at love. Can Rohan remind Ginny of the good they once shared, or will old wounds keep them apart forever?First published as The Cowboy’s Christmas Homecoming
by Philip Eliot | Dec 11, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Journey back in time with this beloved couple to experience their love story sparked by the enchantment and wonder of the Christmas season.When Trey Helton arrives in Duluth, Minnesota, he’s looking for a new life, but the last place he expects to find it is rescuing a badly injured woman from the side of the road.Allison Drakos puts up a brave front while dealing with her attackers, but the only place she feels truly safe is in Trey’s arms. As she adjusts to life using a wheelchair, she wonders if she’ll ever make her dreams a reality.Christmas Eve has always held a special place in their hearts, but this year, Allison hopes to wrap the one gift that will make all their dreams come true.Inclusion: The heroine uses a wheelchairPreviously titled Trusting Trey. This is a companion novel and can be read as a stand-alone.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 11, 2025 | Thriller & Suspense |
A perfect weekend. The perfect company. A perfect cabin.The perfect place to bury a body…For Joel and Stella, it’s the trip they’ve been dreaming about. Fresh air, quiet time in the woods, and no work to distract them from each other. Being a new couple, they don’t waste any time with their first full weekend away together.But their perfect getaway turns into a nightmare when an accident occurs and they find a dead woman lying outside their cabin.Clearly they have to call the police, but what Joel reveals to Stella makes her understand there’s no way they can get the authorities involved.Stella has no other choice than to go along with Joel’s plans to hide the body, realizing now that she never really knew the man she’s sharing a bed with.But what if there’s more that Joel isn’t telling her? And what if he figures out that she doesn’t trust him anymore?Most of all, what if Joel finds out the secret that she’s been hiding from him?
