by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
I think I’m your sister.When private detective Barty Symonds receives a call from a 12-year-old claiming to be his sister, he finds the fact of her existence far more shocking than her claim that her father has vanished in the dead of night. After all, he did the same to Barty fifteen years ago.Barty remembers his father as an ill-tempered petty criminal with no interest in his wife or child. But when he arrives in the village of Pivert, nestled in the picturesque New Forest, he learns his father was a valued member of the community and a doting single parent. Crucially, no one believes he would willingly leave his daughter guardianless and alone.Compelled to investigate by the fast and surprisingly deep bond formed with his sister, Barty learns there has been another recent disappearance in the village. He knows this can be no coincidence, and soon thinks he is nearing the truth.Then someone is murdered, and as the only newcomer in a tight-knit village, Barty soon finds himself balancing his role of investigator with that of prime suspect.But Not Forgotten is the first in the Barty Symonds mystery series. Perfect for readers of Sally Rigby, Robert Gold, Robert Galbraith and Mark Dawson.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2026 | Mystery |
Discover the first in a BRAND-NEW series of post-WW1 mysteries, from international bestselling author Michael Ridpath. An absolute must-read for fans of Robert Harris, Alan Furst and Robert Goddard.’The perfect marriage of thriller and whodunit’ Simon BrettIn a city rebuilding from war, truth can be the most dangerous weapon of all.Berlin, 1930.Historian Archie Laverick, scarred mentally and physically by the Great War, travels to Berlin to research a famed Prussian general. His quiet study is shattered when he crosses paths with Esme Carmichael, a spirited young American intent on making her name as a foreign correspondent. When a shooting at a Saxon castle leaves a young Jewish woman accused of murder, Archie and Esme are drawn into a perilous hunt for the truth.Their investigation cuts through the glittering façades and lingering scars of a nation still reeling from war – where resentment simmers, political alliances shift, and the first shadows of a new conflict fall across Europe. Amid whispers of blackmail and betrayal, the pair must navigate intrigue and danger to unmask a killer hiding in plain sight.A tense, atmospheric mystery set in a world between wars – perfect for fans of Philip Kerr’s Berlin Trilogy, Robert Harris’s Fatherland, and Alan Furst’s spy novels.Praise for Operation Berlin:‘A thrilling cocktail of historical fiction and whodunit noir set in the dark days of the Weimar Republic. Outstanding.’ Alex Shaw’A perfectly crafted mystery set in a perfectly rendered inter-war Germany, riven by emergent dark forces and populated with the lost, the damaged and the haunted. Michael Ridpath has created something very special here.’ Craig Russell’The perfect marriage of thriller and whodunit. The edgy atmosphere of Berlin at that time is brilliantly captured and Ridpath marshals a large cast of characters with great skill. A great read’ Simon Brett’Thrilling, pacey, witty, richly atmospheric and filled with intrigue, Operation Berlin takes us deep into a fascinating chapter of German history. I look forward to their next adventure!’ Sophie Hardach’An intriguing mystery capturing perfectly the atmosphere of 1930s Berlin.’ Kate Ellis’A thoroughly absorbing and informative historical thriller, with two beautifully drawn central characters. The book perfectly captures the essence of the menace and fragility at the time of the Weimar Republic.’ Chris Lloyd’A compelling and atmospheric historical thriller, set in the louche, febrile Berlin of the dying years of the Weimar Republic, and introducing the intriguing partnership of amateur detectives Sir Archibald Laverick, war-damaged veteran, and Emma Carmichael, a sparky American would-be journalist.’ Aline TempletonFurther praise for Michael Ridpath:’Ridpath has that read-on factor that sets bestsellers apart’ The Guardian’It is the author’s insight that gives his novel so much life. And he can write… Yes, he has a winner here’ The New York Times’For sheer entertainment, there’s nothing in the mystery genre to beat a well-constructed thriller… The new book of Michael Ridpath provides a master-class in how it’s done. I read it in one gulp’ The Observer’As slick and compulsive a piece of storytelling as can be found in the best of blockbuster fiction’ Sunday Express
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2026 | Science Fiction |
When you lose yourself, who do you become?The face in the mirror isn’t his.Douglas Tanner knows his name—but everything else feels wrong. He can’t remember how he got here. Can’t remember anything before waking up as a stranger boarding a cruise ship.The only thing he knows for sure: he died two days ago. He read his own obituary.Whose heartbeat is pounding in his chest? Whose life is he living—and what happened to the man who should be living it?Someone left a message with a picture of a snake devouring its tail: “The cycle has begun. You are the one.”Eight days to piece together a fractured identity. Eight days to discover what he’s lost—and what he might have become. Eight days to find his way back to himself.If there’s still a self to find.Because some transformations can’t be undone, and some mysteries are designed to consume you whole.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Welcome to Poplar Springs—a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it kind of town where the men are rugged, the roots run deep, and love has a way of finding you whether you’re ready or not.In this heartfelt, swoon-worthy six-book box set, six couples discover that sometimes the greatest love stories begin when you return home, take a risk, or stumble into something you never planned.UndoneZoe’s return to Cafferty Ranch is supposed to be strictly business. No attachments. No distractions. Then she runs into Josh—bossy, brooding, infuriatingly irresistible—and all her carefully built walls start to crack. Zoe doesn’t do cowboys. She doesn’t do small towns. And she definitely doesn’t do second chances. But walking away from Josh again? That might be the one thing she can’t bring herself to do. Because the past she’s been running from may be exactly what her heart has been searching for.UnbrokenEli and Fiona have clashed since high school. She’s sunshine and sass wrapped in denim. He’s steady, stubborn, and allergic to drama. So when Fiona tells the whole town they’re dating—purely to help Eli save face in front of his ex—they strike a deal to fake it. Easy enough… until shared trails, stolen glances, and long nights blur the line between pretending and forever. The only thing more dangerous than fake dating? Real feelings.UnyieldingDeclan has one goal: prove he’s the right man to take over the Poplar Springs vet clinic. No mistakes. No distractions. Then Shannon Cafferty walks in. His best friend’s little sister is no longer off-limits—or easy to ignore. She’s brilliant, driven, and determined to modernize her struggling ranch. He needs the ranchers’ trust. She needs his help. Their agreement is strictly professional. No flirting. No feelings. And absolutely no kissing… right?UndeniableCal avoids small towns for a reason—too intimate, too permanent. But Poplar Springs gets under his skin, and so does Amy. The problem? Cal looks exactly like the man who shattered her heart. Determined to prove he’s nothing like the ghost haunting her past, Cal lets himself get closer than he ever intended. When real feelings threaten to take hold, he does what he’s always done best—run. Only this time, Amy isn’t about to let the sexy rodeo star slip away.UnplannedBrian has spent years convincing himself he’s over Caitlin. Then she storms back into Poplar Springs—familiar curves, unfinished business, and all—and everything he’s buried comes roaring back to life. Caitlin only plans to stay long enough to get back on her feet… and maybe fall into Brian’s arms one last time. But one night turns into forever when she leaves town carrying more than memories.UnrivaledJake wants Julia’s champion stallion. Julia wants Jake to leave her alone. She’s stunning, sharp-tongued, and stubborn as hell—and immune to his charm. Even one unforgettable night isn’t enough to change her mind. But when Julia reveals she’s pregnant, suddenly the horse doesn’t matter anymore. Jake wants her. A future. A family. The question is whether Julia can trust him with her heart when trusting anyone has always cost her everything.Six couples. Six happily-ever-afters.Pack your bags, grab your boots, and fall in love with Poplar Springs—where every road leads to romance, and home is where the heart finally settles.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 27, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
A BRAND NEW heartbreaking WWII novel set in Occupied France from Helen Parusel. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, Mandy Robotham and Gill Thompson!‘An absolutely beautiful tale of secrets, love, and courage.’ Amanda Geard’Grabbed me from the first page and barely let me come up for breath until the very last word.’ Deborah CarrA hidden tunnel. Two frightened children. One woman who must risk everything.Lyon, Occupied France, 1942When Yvette Dubois’s husband inherits a remote chateau, she reluctantly leaves Lyon behind – only for Armand to abandon her there to manage the vineyard alone. Isolated among unfamiliar staff, Yvette feels trapped in a life she never wanted.Everything changes the day she hears a mysterious knocking in the library. Behind a tapestry, she discovers a hidden tunnel – along with two frightened orphans. Yvette learns the chateau once acted as an escape route for Jewish children and others fleeing Nazi persecution.Yvette vows to continue the important work, wanting to honour the legacy. But Armand insists their safety depends on appeasing the occupiers. And defying him could destroy their future – and their freedom.As German patrols tighten their grip on the area and whispers of betrayal grow louder, Yvette must risk everything to protect the innocent – even if the day may come when she’ll need to use the tunnel to save herself…’The story is poignant and compelling – and what an ending: wow!’ Gill Thompson’The hardships of occupied France are brought to life in this brilliant gripping story packed with historical detail.’ Clare Marchant’this is one poignant book … just stunning and heartbreaking to read. It brought both tears and strength to my eyes and heart’ ?????????? Reader Review’The Lost Orphans of Lyon grabbed me from the first page and barely let me come up for breath until the very last word … An expertly woven story that I can highly recommend.’ ?????????? Reader Review’Gorgeous, well-written book with great plotting, impeccable vibes, and a unique type of format’ ?????????? Reader Review’Utterly compelling and beautifully poignant plot. … I felt joyous and cheerful for the good and sadness and shame for the bad. A wonderful story of courageous actions.’ ?????????? Reader Review’The story is extremely heartfelt and powerful! I really got engrossed in this book, swept away by every emotion they were feeling. … A fantastic read full of courage , strength, survival bravery, trust and human connection. Ive a feeling this book will stay with me for a long time!’ ?????????? Reader Review
