by Philip Eliot | Nov 30, 2025 | Historical Romance |
New York City, 1862. Fabienne Beaumont lies bleeding in a filthy alleyway. Desperate to escape the bloody War of Rebellion, she and her siblings had been trying to hustle passage back home to their native France. Instead, she fell victim to a card shark’s bullets. As everything fades to black, Fabienne thumbs the hands of her old pocket watch – unaware that she’s about to awaken from one nightmare straight into another.Hartford, Connecticut, 1864. Two years earlier, Union war hero Brayden Marshall married the beautiful Fabienne – but she’s been like a stranger to him ever since. Everything changes, however, when he’s summoned back to Hartford on a mission for The Watchers – a secret society that can harness the power of time travel. It’s like meeting Fabienne for the first time all over again. She’s passionate, curious – and desperate to right the wrongs of her past. Could the mysterious pocket watch she clings to explain the sudden change in Fabienne’s behavior? And if so, can Brayden risk his future on a woman so obsessed with her past?Savannah, Georgia, 2008. Spirited high-schooler Emily Willburne is reluctantly researching her family history for a Civil War assignment when she stumbles across the diary of her great, great grandmother, Fabienne. The diary claims to contain the secret of traveling through time – a secret Emily believes could save her dying mom, and rebuild her fractured relationship with her estranged father. But as Emily literally steps into her own history, a new possibility emerges – that the only way to reunite her family in the present is to tear Fabienne and Brayden’s marriage apart in the past.Does Emily have the power to fix what once went wrong? Or will she tear apart her future, instead?Time Watcher is an intricately woven, clockwork-tight tale of time travel and romance – perfect for fans of Audrey Niffenegger’s The Time Traveler’s Wife and Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series.
by Philip Eliot | Nov 30, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
It’s the beginning of a new year, and for widowed single mom and recent L.A. transplant to California wine country, Cece Barton, that means green hillsides, flowing streams from winter rains, pruned vineyards—and a murder to solve . . . After a mostly stress-free Christmas with her college-age daughter, and despite enjoying a current budding romance with fellow newcomer, Benjamin Cohen, it’s time for Cece to focus on Vino y Vida, the Colinas wine bar she manages. Electrical work and an outdoor security camera are needed, and she’s hired local electrician Karl Meier to do the job, along with the help of his nephew Ian. But she regrets her choice when she witnesses Karl needlessy berating Ian in her presence. On top of that, Karl leers at her, then presents her with an inflated bill before the work is complete. Still, she’s shocked when she gets a call from Karl’s ex-wife, Josie, that she’s found Karl . . . crushed to death beneath the lift in her automotive shop. Cece convinces Josie to call the police, even though Josie is terrified. After all, Karl was an abusive husband, was threatening her, and she has no alibi. With Josie’s future on the line, and maybe her own, Cece starts her own investigation. From the customers Karl cheated to the other women he harassed, she finds there’s no lack of suspects—other than the shelter kittens to whom he was an uncharacteristically sweet volunteer. With a bouquet of motives and unanswered questions, Cece is going to need the help of her twin, Allie, who owns a nearby B & B, as she dives into Karl’s past—before the killer catches up with her, and the lights go out for good . . .
by Philip Eliot | Nov 30, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)?????ANTIQUE ALIBI: A DARLA DIGBY COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #2) is the second book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews!When antiques expert Darla Digby decides it’s time for a change, she quits her appraiser job and seeks out rare antiques for wealthy clients. But when Darla finds herself having to solve a murder mystery, she gets more than she bargained for….When a priceless Fabergé egg vanishes and a Russian expatriate is found dead, it’s up to Darla to crack the case. With her eye for the exquisite and knack for navigating danger, Darla must sift through a maze of clues before the true value of the artifact—and the motive behind the murder—is forever concealed.Plunge into the enchanting world of the Darla Digby series, a place where adventure intertwines with witty humor and charming quirks. Here, you’ll find a seamless blend of humor, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected twists. Be prepared to meet an endearing protagonist who is sure to win your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning hours.Future books in the series are also available!”Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!”–Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor)?????“The story line wasn’t just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)?????“It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)?????“What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)?????“This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever)?????“A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace’s novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!”–Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)?????
by Philip Eliot | Nov 30, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
She didn’t realize she’d traded “Naval Aviator” for “amateur sleuth”… Retired Navy pilot Angel Warren’s new life awaits in Stonebridge, Pennsylvania, where she’s opening Shop ‘Round the World, her travel-inspired gift and novelty shop. A newly empty nester and longtime widow, she’s looking forward to leaving her flying career and its many life-or-death decisions behind and reconnecting with family and friends. Right now, Angel’s biggest challenge is getting the shop ready for its grand opening just weeks before Christmas.Until she finds a dead body in the shop murdered with one of her specialty Santa figurines. Even worse, Angel’s fingerprints are on the “weapon” and she’s a prime suspect. It doesn’t help that the deceased is an old friend who’s collected a long list of enemies as a cut-throat real estate agent. And then there’s the Stonebridge Chief of Police—and Angel’s high school BFF—who brings her in for questioning.If Angel wants to clear her name before the Christmas rush, she’s going to need to do some sleuthing on her own—and with the help of her stressed out parrot, Ralph.Fans of Leslie Meier, M.C. Beaton, and Agatha Christie will be hooked from the very first page of A Santa Stabbing, a cozy mystery brimming with quirky characters, a holiday twist, and a sleuth determined to clear her name before Christmas!Praise for A Santa Stabbing: “A delightful small-town holiday caper! Geri Krotow shines in her cozy mystery debut with a solid cast of characters, a humorous pet parrot and an addictive whodunnit mystery.” – ????? Goodreads reviewer”A terrific cozy mystery with all the usual suspects but a lot of twists and fun characters populating the town.” – ????? Goodreads reviewer”A Santa Stabbing is continuously inventive and keeps the number of unknowns steadily escalating.”- ????? Goodreads reviewer”I am eagerly awaiting the next book in the series.” – ????? Goodreads reviewer
by Philip Eliot | Nov 30, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
Eight years ago, he asked me to marry him and I said yes … then I ran.AvaEven so, I never dreamed we’d end up here—him hating me for the choices I made to save his career. It’s fine. I’ve moved on.I’ve had a few bumps in the road with my rising event planning career, but running my best friend’s wedding to her pro-football fiancé will fix all of that. If I pull off the perfect wedding.There’s one more bump I wasn’t expecting—my ex, Jett McCombs, is a groomsman, and seeing him again makes two things clear.I still love him.He still hates me.JettThe last thing I need distracting me in the middle of a championship football season is a wedding, especially not some high-profile circus. And I definitely don’t need to face the ghosts of my past and the woman that got away. The woman who gave up on us and shattered my heart.With her in charge of the over-publicized wedding, there’s no avoiding her or the fact that I’m not as over her as I thought.One thing I know for sure is that I can’t trust Ava with my heart ever again.Someone just needs to tell my heart that.This sweet second chance sports romance is inspired by Jane Austen’s Persuasion.
