by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
A BRAND NEW pulse-pounding psychological thriller from M. A. Hunter ?? If you like Claire Douglas and Lisa Jewell then you will LOVE this! ‘I loved this rollercoaster ride of a novel, full of unexpected twists and turns. Read it in one sitting!’ – Jill ChildsHow far would you go to keep your secrets buried?Everyone has secrets they would prefer to keep buried, but that’s what makes me so good at what I do. I’ve always been able to sense when people are lying, be it through their body language or the way they speak. As a criminologist, I’ve made it my life’s mission to help those who’ve suffered miscarriages of justice appeal their wrongful convictions.Thirty years ago, my 13-year-old sister was murdered and it felt like a part of me died with her. I wasn’t there when she needed me most, and I will never forgive myself. That’s what motivates me to help those who can’t help themselves.But now someone is messing with me. They’re threatening to expose me if I don’t confess to my greatest secret. They want to ruin my reputation, but they don’t realise I won’t give up without a fight… or how far I will go to keep the truth hidden.What readers are saying about M. A. Hunter’s titles…’This book is truly a masterpiece! A psychological thriller that had me gripped from the beginning and was relentless with twists and turns. ????? Reader Review’Kept me guessing right through.’ ????? Reader Review’Gripping locked room style thriller!!’ ????? Reader Review’The story is intense and haunting. It had me questioning everyone and everything.’ ????? Reader Review’The twists were all brilliant, but the final one was truly jaw-dropping.’ ????? Reader Review’Woah!! This author has yet again written an absolutely brilliant psychological thriller!’ ????? Reader ReviewPraise for M. A. Hunter:’Deliciously dark and twisty!’ Michelle Dunne’This one haunted me after I finished’ Valerie Keogh’Hunter does a fantastic job of ramping up the tension. My heart was in my mouth as I raced to the conclusion’ Keri Beevis’Brilliantly plotted and written with characters so lifelike they practically jump off the page’ J. A. Baker’I read this book in a single sitting. It’s a fantastic story with the most amazing characters, who I can guarantee will stay with you for a very long time!’ Lynda Stacey’Clever and compelling! I loved everything about this one: the concept, the setting, the structure…’ Lesley Kara’Fresh, pacey, and exciting! You’ll be racing to the finish at breakneck speed!’ L C North’I sprinted to finish this heart pounding tale of deception, a real nail biter!’ Gemma Rogers’A fast-paced psychological thriller that will keep you up all night!’ Diana Wilkinson’Clever and original. An exceptional, dark and tense read, with breath-taking twists. Highly recommended!’ D. E. White
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | General Nonfiction |
In 1900, Margaret Hossack, the wife of a prominent Iowa farmer, was arrested for bludgeoning her husband to death with an ax while their children slept upstairs. The community was outraged: How could a woman commit such an act of violence? Firsthand accounts describe the victim, John Hossack, as a cruel and unstable man. Perhaps Margaret Hossack was acting out of fear. Or perhaps the story she told was true—that an intruder broke into the house, killed her husband while she slept soundly beside him, and was still on the loose. Newspapers across the country carried the story, and community sentiment was divided over her guilt. At trial, Margaret was convicted of murder, but later was released on appeal. Ultimately, neither her innocence nor her guilt was ever proved. Patricia Bryan and Thomas Wolf examine the harsh realities of farm life at the turn of the century and look at the plight of women—legally, socially, and politically—during that period. What also emerges is the story of early feminist Susan Glaspell, who covered the Hossack case as a young reporter and later used it as the basis for her acclaimed work ” A Jury of Her Peers.” Midnight Assassin expertly renders the American character and experience: our obsession with crime, how justice is achieved, and the powerful influence of the media.
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
Colorado Billionaires – Book 5The Kincaid Family SeriesMeet the KincaidsA powerful Colorado family.Billionaires who built an empire together.But when danger threatens the people they love, protecting family becomes the only thing that matters.The ArtistA Colorado Billionaires NovelA billionaire artist in hiding.A gallery owner fighting to save her dream.A blizzard that traps them together.When billionaire artist Peter Kincaid disappears from the public eye, the world believes he’s retreating from fame.The truth is far more complicated.Caught in a brutal Colorado blizzard, Peter finds refuge in the secluded cabin of Alexis Armstrong—a gallery owner fighting to save everything she’s built.But when the storm ends, the danger surrounding Alexis is only beginning.And protecting her may be the one masterpiece Peter can’t walk away from.Tropes in this book• Billionaire Artist• Forced Proximity• Snowed-In Romance• Woman in Danger• Protective Hero• Sweet Romantic SuspenseColorado Billionaires Series1. The CEO2. The Rancher3. The Maverick4. The Tycoon5. The Artist6. The Baker
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Catching a woman breaking into his car was not the way Ace Jackson wanted to start his day. Finding out she’s the new hire at his family’s distillery is even worse. Sure, she said she mistook his car for her’s, but there’s something about Millie he doesn’t trust. Too bad all his siblings vetoed his vote. What’s the point of being the oldest if you don’t get to be in charge?Millie Danes told the grumpy Adonis she wasn’t breaking into his car, but did he believe her? No! The guy has a stick up his butt bigger than the pine trees gracing the Rocky Mountains. Unfortunately, he’s her new boss or she’d try and see if she could melt that icy exterior. But she has more on the line than a job, she needs funds to start her dream. Her very own aerial studio.When a theft is discovered at work, Ace enlists Millie’s help as a spy in exchange for the money to build her dream. Their tentative truce becomes complicated when desires fan the flames of temptation. In the battle of love, who will fall
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
To claim her inheritance, Merritt Quinn must uncover the truth about her mother’s death.When her late aunt’s will sends her to Crossroads, Arkansas, Merritt expects family secrets. She doesn’t expect murder.The only man who knows what really happened to her mother is local attorney Ernie Crowell. Before he can talk, he’s found bludgeoned to death.Now Merritt is trapped in a small Southern town full of old grudges, powerful families, and buried lies. Police chief Tim Birch is under pressure to catch a killer fast, but the deeper Merritt digs into her family’s past, the more dangerous the truth becomes.In Crossroads, the past is never really buried.And the truth may cost Merritt her life.For readers who love female-lead mysteries, small-town corruption, and Southern crime stories packed with danger and secrets, Deadly Inheritance is a gripping tale in the Southern Secrets Mystery series.In Crossroads, Arkansas, secrets don’t stay buried.
