The Woman in the Castello (2023) Kelsey James "A young actress desperate for stardom agrees to film a horror movie in her aunt's crumbling Italian castle. Then the aunt disappears. What secrets lurk in her past--and in the mysterious lake behind the castle? The Woman in the Castello is a thoroughly original blend of mystery, family drama, and sultry romance, all unfolding in the fast-paced world of a Swinging Sixties movie set. A riveting debut from author Kelsey James!"
Daughters of Victory (2023) Gabriella Saab "A gripping story of revolution, war, and two headstrong women fighting for their country. Daughters of Victory brings Russian history vividly to life, including the secrets and sacrifices so many endured in order to survive."
Parting the Veil (2021) Paulette Kennedy "An American heiress with a scandalous past meets a mysterious British lord in this swoon-worthy gothic thriller. Parting the Veil takes familiar plot elements—a ruined mansion, family secrets—and gives them a sexy, modern twist. This stunning debut from Paulette Kennedy kept me guessing until the very end!"
Betrayal on the Bowery (2021) (Gilded Gotham Mystery, book 2) Kate Belli "[An] evocative, Gilded-Age setting and richly-drawn characters."
The Secret Stealers (2021) Jane Healey "The Secret Stealers brings to life the fascinating—and often overlooked—stories of female spies during World War II. Impeccably researched, Healey’s novel immerses you in a world of secrets and treachery, right up to the heart-pounding conclusion."
A Splendid Ruin (2021) Megan Chance "A thoroughly engrossing historical thriller, full of secrets and surprises. May Kimble is the kind of heroine you can’t help but root for, and the San Francisco setting—from socialite balls to opium dens—is brought vividly to life, thanks to Chance’s impeccable research. If you want to know what it was like to live through the disastrous 1906 earthquake and its aftermath, read this book!"
Bronte's Mistress (2020) Finola Austin "Brontë's Mistress gives us a fascinating new perspective on one of literature's most famous families. Smart and sexy, this captivating novel is true to the romantic spirit of the Brontës themselves, with a modern feminist twist. A delicious treat for Brontë fans!"
The Snow Gypsy (2019) Lindsay Jayne Ashford "The Snow Gypsy is a moving story of two women who have both been scarred by loss yet refuse to be defined by their pasts. Ashford immerses readers in the sights, smells, and tastes of Spain, from the sensuousness of flamenco dancing to the traditions of Gypsy culture and the lingering, tragic aftereffects of the Spanish Civil War. It’s easy to root for strong, inspiring heroines like Rose and Lola."
The Ragged Edge of Night (2018) Olivia Hawker "When the world is at war, can one person make a difference? This moving historical novel immerses readers in World War II-era Germany, where even small acts of resistance have terrible consequences…Eye-opening and ultimately inspiring."
It Ends With Her (2018) Brianna Labuskes "An engrossing psychological thriller filled with twists and turns—I couldn’t put it down! The characters were filled with emotional depth. An impressive debut!"
All the Little Children (2017) Jo Furniss "A thoroughly original mash-up of mom lit and apocalyptic fiction, All the Little Children is a thrilling ride. Jo Furniss expertly blends heart-racing suspense with moments of genuine emotion - and even dark humor. At last, mothers have an action hero to call their own."
A Beautiful Poison (2017) Lydia Kang "An intriguing blend of history and suspense, A Beautiful Poison kept me guessing until the very end."
