Blog Tour - The Hot Honey Hideaway

 

Publication date 3rd June 2026

Amazon UK

About the Book

A Summer never felt so hot… 🍯

She runs a cozy lakeside café where everyone knows her name. He chases sunsets with a camera and a backpack. One honey spiced latte later, sparks fly… and a steamy, feel-good summer romance begins! Gilmore Girls + spice = 🔥

Krista is the busiest bee in Maple Falls. Her buzzing café ‘The Hot Honey Hideaway’ doesn’t leave her with much time for romance. Until she meets Joe, the mysterious new guy with smoldering eyes... Can she open her heart to a man who’s only staying a few weeks?

Joe’s never felt like he belongs. Until he’s working shifts at Krista’s café—losing battles with steamed milk, distracted by her bright eyes and runaway hair. He’s all easy charm, she’s all caffeine and chaos. Somehow, they just work and soon sparks aren’t just coming from the espresso machine...

But time is running out. He’ll soon be back on the road, and Krista’s dream café is on the brink of having to close its doors forever. Can Krista and Joe save the hideaway?And could a summer fling turn into love for a lifetime?

My Review

Having absolutely falling in love with this series I couldn’t wait to devour this book. 

The Hot Honey Hideaway is mainly about the characters Krista and Joe. These pair are so lovable and I really enjoyed their story. 

The cafe itself made my mouth water I just craved the goodies from inside it and I wish I could visit it.

From the minute I picked this up I was literally hooked and read it in just over a day. It’s such a beautiful story very heartwarming and just a feel good book.

It felt so lovely to be back in Maple Falls and this definitely is the best book to date. A real joy to read. Definitely a book to enjoy in the sun this summer. 

Blog Tour - The Waitress

 

Publication Date 17th April 2026

Amazon UK

About the Book

My job as a waitress means I’m used to watching everything – and used to lying. Soon I’m posing as someone’s girlfriend… But what does he really want from me?

When I slip on my waitress’s uniform I become a different person. And I’m good at what I do. I instantly identify Trent as the most important man in the room, and I catch his eye as I serve canapes to his rich clients. We share a little smile… and later that evening, he asks me to pretend to be his girlfriend.

Of course I accept. It’s the perfect way for me to escape my own past. He just needs me to watch certain people. It seems easy.

Soon I’m living in his opulent home, wearing a new wardrobe of designer clothes. Then I discover there was a woman here before me. Saskia. Nobody will talk about her…

Suddenly I don’t feel safe anymore. If I leave, I’m no longer protected. But if I stay here, in this silent apartment of secrets, will anyone miss me if I disappear?

A completely compelling and twisty page-turner from number 1 bestselling author K.L. Slater. Fans of Lisa Jewell and Freida McFadden will be hooked by The Waitress.

My Review

This is another phenomenal read from this author. Every book she writes just blows me away! The way she has written this book is fantastic, it really allows you to connect with every character and makes you wonder who is telling the truth and who to trust. It is full of twists and I was completely hooked like literally unable to put this book down. Oh and the ending!!!! BRAVO K.L.Slater I did not expect that at all!!!!!

I will be telling everyone about this book as I know for sure it will be a bestseller. It just has everything you want from a psychological thriller and more! 

About the Author

For many years, Kim sent her work out to literary agents but never made it off the slush pile. At the age of 40 she went back to Nottingham Trent University and now has an MA in Creative Writing.

Before graduating, she received five offers of representation from London literary agents which was, as Kim says, ‘a fairytale … at the end of a very long road!’

Kim is a full-time writer and lives in Nottingham with her husband, Mac.

Blog Tour - My Husband's Stalker

 

Publication date 25th March 2026

Amazon UK

About the Book

He says she’s obsessed. She says he’s a liar…

I have the perfect life. The perfect home with the perfect husband, who I still can’t believe chose me. The only dark blemish is her.

Cynthia started stalking my husband years ago. She’s obsessed – unhinged. And her behaviour is escalating: rocks through the window, warnings scrawled on our driveway.

But then the messages change. They used to tell him to leave me, but now they say my husband isn’t who I think he is. That I’m in danger. That I should run…

When I finally tell Dan, he acts like I’m making it up. Cynthia isn’t even in the country, so she can’t possibly be behind all these so-called threats. I can’t believe how cold he’s being.

I’m terrified of losing him, but I know I’m not crazy. If Cynthia isn’t the one stalking my husband, then who is?

And who should I believe? My caring, loving husband, or someone I’ve never met – but who seems to know more about the man I married than I do?

My Husband’s Stalker is an absolutely unputdownable psychological thriller that will keep you up turning the pages late into the night! Fans of The Housemaid, The Couple Next Door and The Perfect Marriage will be totally gripped.

My Review

This book will bring you chills. I was so frightened when reading this, my heart was pounding. With every page I was so worried for the main character and dreaded what was going to happen next.

There are so many twists in this book I was left gasping, I had to pick my jaw off the floor at the end. I swear this book is insane. I definitely couldn't predict this book and I was in shock at the ending.

The characters where fantastic, I was doubting every single one of them, I didn't know which one to believe or trust.

The way the author has written this book is so good, they definitely know how to keep a readers attention.

About the Author

Natali Simmonds is a multi-genre fiction author and storytelling brand consultant, best known for her domestic suspense and thriller novels. Her debut, Good Girls Die Last , is being adapted for TV by STV, and the last book of her fantasy trilogy, Children of Shadows, was shortlisted for the 2022 RNA Fantasy Award. As a consultant Natali works with various creative and entertainment brands, has her own column in Kings College London’s Inspire The Mind magazine, lectures at London’s Raindance Film School, and she co-writes paranormal romance as Caedis Knight. Originally from London, she now divides her time between the UK and Spain.

Blog Tour - Matchmaker

 

Publication date 13th March 2026

Amazon UK

About the book 

She’s looking for love. I know the perfect man. My husband. 

Cat is young, and pretty, and shy. At work, she blushes almost every time I talk to her. She reminds me sometimes of how I used to be – before marriage, before children. Before I was afraid.

So when she tells me, nervously, that she’s considering dating again, and asks if I have any friends who might suit her… I know exactly what I’m going to do.

I’m going to set her up with my husband.

I think I’m being so clever. No one would do what I’m doing, so neither of them will suspect a thing. Least of all him.

But I don’t know Cat as well as I think I do. She took this job with me for a reason.

I have no idea what she’s really looking for.

Because it isn’t love…

A completely gripping psychological thriller about love, marriage, secrets and revenge that will leave you gasping at the twists. Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Gillian Flynn and Claire Douglas. 

My Review 

This is a real fast paced read that will keep you completely hooked. The storyline is soo good it honestly had me in shock several times at the twists. I honestly didn’t know who to believe. These characters all had me doubting each of them. This book had everything you look for in a psychological thriller. I am 100% certain you will be seeing this book right at the top of the charts!

About the Author 

Formerly a BBC producer, S.E. Lynes turned to writing following the birth of her third child. After completing an MA in Creative Writing, she became a tutor at Richmond Adult Community College, where she taught creative writing for over ten years. She now combines writing, mentoring and lecturing. Her debut, Valentina, was published by Blackbird Digital Books in 2016. Her follow up, the dark and twisting bestseller Mother, was published by Bookouture in November 2017 and Susie has gone on to publish gripping psychological thrillers with them ever since.

Blog Tour - A Perfectly Nice Family

 

Publication date 6th March 2026

Amazon UK

About the book

Stephanie cradles her coffee and gazes out to the little house at the end of her garden. The family who just moved in seem perfectly nice, if a little odd. And it’s only now that Stephanie realises: if she can see them, they can see everything inside her house, too… 

Single mother Stephanie is more than happy to welcome the Kemps to her property. Tragically, they have just lost everything in a fire. The rent money means Stephanie can keep her children in this beautiful, rambling home – so expensive to run, since the divorce – all while helping the Kemps get back on their feet.

Jason Kemp is so handy, always offering to fix things. But his wife Cecelia finds a reason to knock on Stephanie’s door every day. Their teenage daughter is sullen and rude. Then one day, Cecelia says the strangest thing…

“You know what teenagers are like. I would have sworn that she set our house on fire in a fit of rage.”

It must be a joke. Stephanie smiles weakly. The Kemps have been through so much, she tells herself.

But when she opens her eyes in the middle of the night to the sound of unfamiliar footsteps on the staircase, Stephanie realises she has made a dangerous mistake. A mistake she may not survive…

An absolutely addictive and twisty psychological thriller where nothing is as it seems! Fans of Shari Lapena, Lisa Jewell and Noelle W. Ihli will be completely hooked.

My Review

This book absolutely blew me away. It is outstanding! I have to say it’s one of the best books I have read.

The way this author has written this book captures you and has you in a hold and doesn’t let you go…ever. We get to read each character’s perspective and honestly this makes it so good.

Literally scared and panicked reading this as I just feared what was coming. That ending… absolutely fantastic it knocked me off my seat.. so so good!

About the Author

Nicole Trope went to university to study Law but realised the error of her ways when she did very badly on her first law essay because, as her professor pointed out, ‘It’s not meant to be a story.’

She studied teaching instead and used her holidays to work on her writing career and complete a Masters’ degree. In between raising three children, working for her husband and renovating houses, she has published multiple bestselling novels. She lives in Sydney, Australia.

Blog Tour - The Mother Upstairs

Publication date 2nd March 2026

Amazon UK

About the book

Two women. Two explosive secrets. And both are worth killing for.

Mellie anxiously twists her wedding ring around her finger as she stares at the attic door. It’s the one place her mother-in-law could have hidden the secret that will undo her. Because all this time, Mellie has been lying to her dream husband about who she really is.

As she searches with shaking hands, she discovers something she never expected. Her mother-in-law has her own dark secret too. It’s been here in the attic the whole time. And it has the power to destroy everything.

As her mother-in-law climbs up the stairs, Mellie’s heart pounds as she realises her world is about to come crashing down. Both women have secrets worth killing for. But only one of them will make it out of this house alive.

An unputdownable and addictive thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Packed with twists, this psychological thriller is perfect for fans of Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid, The Girl on the Train and Colleen Hoover’s Verity.

My Review

This is a real heart pounder of a book, it is extremely fast paced and it will have you hooked.

I literally couldn’t put this down, my heart was racing I was desperate to find out what was going to happen next and I was so scared for the characters. It is full of twists and secrets I couldn’t believe it I didn’t see them coming at all. You know you’re reading a good book when you can’t predict it at all.

I definitely believe this will be a bestseller.

About the Author

Becca Day lives in the middle of the woods in Surrey with her husband, two daughters and cocker spaniel. She studied acting at Guildford College and went on to start her own Murder Mystery theatre troupe. It was this move that inspired her love of crime fiction, and when she sold the company she threw herself head first into crime writing. The Girl Beyond The Gate was an instant Amazon bestseller and her exploration of the dark side of families has continued into the rest of her novels. Aside from writing, she is also Head of Membership & Marketing at leading literary consultancy Jericho Writers.

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Blog Tour - The Cherry Crush Flower Shop

Publication date 10th February 2026

Amazon UK

About the Book

Their relationship is fake… The chemistry is not!

A small-town girl with the coziest flower shop and a secret crush. A dark, rugged veteran with scars only she can see. Could fake dating turn into happily ever after? Gilmore Girls + spice = 🔥

🪴☕✨

Zoe Hart is right where she belongs: in the small town of Maple Falls, running her snug flower shop filled with the scent of rain-soaked earth, dried herbs, and spiced tea. But her oldest friend (and secret crush) Jackson is back too. And most of all, she longs to be in his strong arms. So when her hopelessly romantic mom bets on them being Maple Falls' Couple of the Year, Zoe finds herself fake-dating the friend-zoned guy she’s always wanted…

When Jackson returns from military service, even working on his llama sanctuary can’t heal him. But Zoe is the only person who can truly make him smile. He’d do anything for her… even pretend to be dating. There’s nothing fake about his feelings as he crushes his lips to hers. But there’s no way she’d really want a broken man like him, would she?

All eyes are on them as the town prepares to vote for Couple of the Year. But when they discover a grove carpeted with long-lost flowers that shimmer like moonlight, real sparks fly. Will their make-believe romance bloom into true love forever?

My Review

From the minute I picked up this book I felt like I was coming home. After absolutely loving the previous two books I couldn’t wait to delve straight into this and be reunited the familiar characters and the beautiful village.

Let me tell you this book was every bit as good if not better than the previous ones, the story itself was so good and so cosy and enjoyable. This series of books is like a warm hug. You just can’t stop smiling when reading these.

Love love loved this! 

Oh and what a perfect spring read this is!

About the Author

Harper Graham lives with her mischievous spaniel in a cozy small town in Connecticut. Her quirky neighbours may or may not have inspired the residents of her Maple Falls series. When she’s not hiking with her daughter, baking her grandmother’s recipes or reading in her favourite coffee shop, Harper can be found writing the sweet and spicy romance stories of her own dreams.

 

Blog Tour - The Wife Before

 

Publication date 6th February 2026

Amazon UK

About the book 

She says your new boyfriend killed his ex. He says it’s all lies. Who do you believe?

When I first met Jack, he broke down in tears as he told me about the tragic death of his wife, Natalia, on a family holiday. As our relationship blossomed and we started planning a future together, I would lie awake worrying about filling Natalia’s perfect shoes. But everything changes when her mother turns up at my door…

‘Your boyfriend killed my daughter,’ she says.

Jack swears she’s lying, and I want to believe him but something isn’t right. Why doesn’t he have a single picture of her? And why do I feel afraid when I confront him about the night Natalia died? What if it wasn’t grief after all, but guilt?

As I stroke my baby bump, I wonder if I can really trust the man I love. If he killed Natalia, could I be next?

My Review

This book!!!!! Oh my god!!!!

I swear this book will haunt me! 

It’s incredibly frightening and I was so scared reading this. With every page I was on the edge of my seat.
So many twists that kept coming and coming! 

No matter how many times you think you’ve this book figured out you will not guess at all. 

This book will completely 100% be a bestseller!

About the Author

Sheryl Browne writes psychological thriller and edgy contemporary fiction. A member of the Crime Writers’ Association, Romantic Novelists’ Association and awarded a Red Ribbon by The Wishing Shelf Book Awards, Sheryl has several books published and two short stories in Birmingham City University anthologies, where she completed her MA in Creative Writing.

Blog Tour - The Housewife Next Door

 

Publication date 7th January 2026

Amazon UK

About the book

I thought she was perfect. Until her daughter told me about the little girl in the garden… 

I was jealous of my perfect new neighbor SarahBeth. Six tow-headed children, blackberry pies bubbling in the oven, married to and still holding hands with her high-school sweetheart Burt. She was the perfect housewife, the best mom.

Until I found out the truth. 

When tragedy strikes and SarahBeth’s dying daughter tells me about the little girl buried in their garden my heart freezes. Now I understand why SarahBeth has been so unfriendly to me. Why her kids have been kept out of school. Why nobody has seen the family in town for two years.

I must learn the truth, to keep her children safe. But I’ve met people like SarahBeth in my own dark past. I’ve told lies, kept secrets, buried bodies. And I know SarahBeth will do whatever it takes to keep her secret hidden… 

A completely addictive and unputdownable read that will have you turning pages late into the night. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Jeneva Rose and Gone Girl.

My Review 

I was completely hooked on this, I couldn’t sleep until that last page! It was secret and secret full of so many surprises and twists! Everytime I thought I knew what had happened along came another massive secret and boom I was right back to the start guessing again. 

The book has an element of suspense and feels a bit creepy and has you on edge as you just don't know what is going to happen. 

About the Author

LynDee Walker writes about strong women who can’t seem to stay out of trouble. Her books have appeared on finalist lists for the Agatha and International Thriller awards—and once, on a major US national bestsellers list smack in between two of her writing heroes. An award winning journalist, LynDee has covered everything from ribbon cuttings and high school football to capital murder trials and high level police corruption. She’s the author of more than 20 novels, as well as several novellas and short stories, so she’s usually writing when she’s not juggling laundry and children’s sports schedules. Find her online at www.lyndeewalker.com, or on Facebook and Instagram at lyndeewalkerbooks.

Blog Tour - Their Deadly Truth

 

Publication date 17th December 2025

Amazon UK

About the Book

The silver car sits on a quiet suburban street, lit by the flicker of a nearby streetlamp. It hasn’t moved for days. Nobody noticed it arriving, and nobody knows what’s hidden inside…

When Lindy Pickering answers the door to police officers, she isn’t prepared for what they tell her. Her brother, Kain, was discovered dead that morning, locked inside a car owned by her late mother.

As the police begin to ask questions, Lindy admits that she and Kain hadn’t spoken in weeks, but she remains tight-lipped about the reason the siblings hated each other.

When neighbours begin to gossip, it seems that everyone had a reason for wanting Kain dead and Lindy realises that she can’t trust anyone around her. And as another body is found, killed in the same way as Kain, it’s clear that someone is keeping a close eye on the investigation, and they’re prepared to kill to keep their deadly secret hidden…

If you love Angela Marsons, Cara Hunter and Clare Mackintosh, then you’ll adore this truly gripping crime thriller from bestselling author Carla Kovach. Prepare to be hooked from the very first page!

My Review

Having read and loved this author’s previous books I just knew that this book would be impressive and indeed it was. It had everything I wanted it to be, from the mystery and suspense to many twists and turns. I was hooked! Literally had me guessing right until the end!

Another outstanding book from this author! I will be recommending this book to everyone I know! 

About the Author

Carla has been writing seriously since her mid-thirties. She started by writing stage plays which led to her producing and directing her own full length piece of theatre. After that, she decided to write films and books where she began by self-publishing. In the past, she has acted in a few indie films and has also co-owned a photography and video production company. 

Right now, she is a full time crime and thriller author living in Worcester with her husband, Nigel and Poppy the cat. 

Blog Tour - One of the Family

 

Publication date 30th October 2025

About the book

My daughter’s boyfriend feels like one of the family. I couldn’t be happier to have him living with us. But now my daughter’s disappeared… 

I never wanted to have an empty nest. So when my daughter, Liv, asks if she and her new boyfriend, Jensen, can move in, I’m thrilled.

Jensen is so helpful. He tells me how he loves being part of a close-knit family. He’s felt so alone since his parents died. And for me, his presence goes a little way towards replacing the son I lost.

Still, I can’t help but notice that Liv and Jensen are starting to argue. My daughter seems unhappy. Perhaps they just need some time alone together?

But when my husband and I return from our weekend away, Liv is missing. The relationship with Jensen appears to be over but he doesn’t want to leave. And then I discover exactly what he will do to stay in our family…

An utterly gripping psychological thriller that will have you turning pages late into the night. If you love Lisa Jewell and Freida McFadden you will be hooked on One of the Family.

My Review

Wow! What a book! I swear I was completely hooked with this and couldn’t put it down. 

The thing that makes this book absolutely fantastic is the fact that it makes you guess right up till the end, and when you think you know then along comes more twists. Oh and the twists oh boy they where good!

I loved the way this book was written too.

About the author 

Jess Ryder is the pseudonym of Jan Page, author, screenwriter, playwright and award-winning television producer. After spending many years working in children’s television, she returned to writing novels and has written nine psychological thrillers to date. These include the e-bestseller The Ex Wife, which was adapted as a TV miniseries for Paramount Plus. She lives in London with her husband.

Blog Tour- Christmas at the Scottish Lodge

 

Publication date 27th October 2025

Amazon UK

About the book

Escape to Holly Berry Lodge in the Scottish Highlands. Join Mairi Fraser for the festive season, curl up next to a cosy fireplace with a warm mug of hot chocolate. And get ready to meet the one that got away….

Thirty-three-year-old Mairi is at her Aunt Effie’s snowy lodge in the Highlands for Christmas. It’s her favourite place in the world, where she spent every childhood holiday. The comforting view of the mountaintops is just what she needs after a rollercoaster year. But Mairi finds herself unexpectedly snowed in, along with her handsome ex Jed Murray…

As the snowflakes fall heavily outside, Mairi tries to close her eyes and block out the sight of Jed’s dark hair and broad shoulders – but it’s easier said than done. His muscles flex as he stacks the logs he’s gathered to build them a fire. Even though they’re united in their goal of getting Effie’s lodge ready for Christmas, Mairi is determined not to fall for Jed again.

Except moving on from him feels impossible when they’re in such close quarters. Their time together draping tinsel around the Christmas tree and baking gingerbread cookies in the kitchen makes the memories of how good they were together all come rushing back. And as the spiced scent of biscuits fills the air, things start to heat up between Jed and Mairi too.

Will Jed reveal the real reason he left and earn Mairi’s trust once more? And will the magic of Christmas finally bring them back together?

A gorgeous winter romance to lose yourself in this Christmas. Perfect for fans of Nicola May, Trisha Ashley and Debbie Macomber—and best accompanied by a mulled wine!

My Review

This is a pure festive delight. It has everything you want from a Christmas book. Such a cosy warm and beautiful read. Once you pick this up you will become attached to it, the story is so heartwarming.

The main character Mairi is so lovable, from the minute you meet her you just want the best for her. 

I will definitely be recommending this one to everyone this Christmas.

About the author

Donna has had sixteen books published in total. Four have been in the Amazon top 100 and one even made it to number seven in the UK and US Kindle charts, another made it to number one in the UK, US and AU free Kindle charts. She was also shortlisted for the RNA Debut Romantic Novel of the Year in 2019.

She lives in Hertfordshire, with her own romantic hero, two grown up kids who pop in occasionally and two grumpy cats. She loves a happy ending and is never happier than when she’s escaping into a romance novel or movie.

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