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  Sherlock Holmes and the Rosetta...

  Linda Stratmann

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  Before Dr. Watson, there was Mr. Stamford . . .  
   
   
   
  London, 1876 
   
   
   
  Mr. Stamford meets Sherlock Holmes while studying at St. Bartholomew's Medical College in London. With his intense stare and unorthodox methods of doing things, Holmes has already gained a reputation as an eccentric but brilliant man. 
   
   
   
  When suspected intruders are sighted at the British Museum, Holmes is called upon to give his opinion of what happened. 
   
   
   
  But before he can come to any conclusions, something horrifying happens—one of the great treasures of the world, the priceless Rosetta Stone, is stolen from the museum. 
   
   
   
  The thieves have left a note demanding a ransom. And if it is not fulfilled they threaten to cast the Stone into the ocean so it can never be found again. 
   
   
   
  With the police on the wrong track, it is down to Holmes to solve the complex case. And when the burglary case turns into a murder investigation, it becomes a race against time before more victims are killed.

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  Her Perfect Rogue

  Amanda Mariel

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  In a world of societal constraints and unexpected turns, Julia Honeyfield's life takes a drastic twist. Abandoned by her father and facing dire circumstances, Julia and her mother are left with no choice but to make a desperate decision that leaves Julia entangled in the dark alleys of a London brothel, a place of desperation and shadows. 
  Amidst the shadows, a chance encounter alters fate… 
  Julia's path crosses with Charles, the Duke of Selkirk, a man burdened by his own responsibilities and secrets. Unveiling the truth of Julia's predicament, Charles feels an unexplainable connection to her. Driven by a compelling instinct, he becomes her unexpected protector, whisking her away to the tranquil sanctuary of his country estate. 
  Trusting the unknown, embracing the forbidden… 
  As Julia navigates the unfamiliar world of aristocracy, guided by Charles and his family, she discovers her own strength and resilience. Charles, drawn to Julia's unassuming charm, finds himself captivated by her presence. Soon, the boundaries of propriety blur as a single mesmerizing night propels them into a whirlwind of passion. 
  A collision of hearts and a clash of worlds… 
  Their impulsive choices echo like ripples through their lives, challenging societal norms and risking all they hold dear. As the lines between desire and decorum blur, Julia and Charles must confront the consequences of their undeniable connection. In a Regency era where love is both a beacon and a battleground, they must decide whether to forge a new path together or adhere to the rigid conventions that threaten to tear them apart.

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  Hidden Hart

  Emily Royal

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  A lasting friendship, a dream sacrificed, a life destroyed. 
   
   
   
  Major Devon Hart, the ultimate rake, had women flocking to his bed, until a street brawl four years ago left him scarred, inside and out. His once-handsome face now damaged beyond recognition, he remains hidden, except at night, when he dispenses his own brand of justice on the streets of London. He has nothing to live for except his friendship with Colonel Fossett, who saved his life, and his love for Lady Atalanta Grey, a woman he can only hope to admire from afar. 
   
   
   
  Lady Atalanta longs to be loved for something other than her wealth and beauty. Her life holds no excitement, until the night she's set upon by thieves. The masked stranger who comes to her aid stirs delicious passions with tender words and scorching kisses, but he disappears before she can identify him. 
   
   
   
  Devon believes that Atalanta could never love the scarred, bitter man he's become. But when Fossett asks for Devon's help in wooing her, Devon must choose between sacrificing his dream of happiness, or betraying the man to whom he owes everything. 
   
   
   
  When a man has little to live for, will he sacrifice his dreams for the sake of a friend? 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Eternal City - A Medieval...

  Marina Pacheco

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  Rome 998 AD. Galen and his friends have taken shelter in an abbey where there is much to learn from the local scribes and illustrators. Galen is grateful for the order and tranquillity of their temporary new home, but is it a false peace? 
  Galen seeks the truth about his sainthood and Alcuin must inform the pope of Bishop Sigburt’s demise. But the pope might be behind a massacre, and human and supernatural forces conspire to block their path to the pontiff. 
  Can Galen and Alcuin overcome these obstacles? Will they finally get to speak to the pope, or will fate intervene once more? 
  Join Marina Pacheco’s epic journey today and discover the captivating secrets of Eternal City, the eighth book in the compelling Life of Galen series, where struggle, philosophical questions and vivid portrayals of the Middle Ages collide.

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  Whispers of Her Worth - A Hotel...

  Tanya E Williams

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  In an era determined to silence women, two sisters must decide what it means to be truly seen. 
  Vancouver, 1928. Change is sweeping across Canada as the courts prepare to decide whether women are to be recognized as “persons” under the law. Inside the gilded walls of The Hotel Hamilton, Clara and Louisa Wilson grapple with questions of love, ambition, and the roles they are expected to play—decisions that could alter the course of their lives as profoundly as the verdict unfolding in court. 
  For Clara, The Hotel Hamilton has always been both a responsibility and a refuge. But as she steps into the role of temporary hotel matron, she finds herself torn between the value she discovers in her work and the life she might forfeit if she chooses marriage—convinced she cannot have both. 
  Louisa, never one to remain silent, divides her days between her duties as a maid and a flourishing career on stage. After months of captivating audiences, her sights are set on Hollywood. But when a new director reduces women to mere ornaments in his productions, Louisa must summon the courage to speak out and trust her own talent to carry her forward—or risk losing the future she has fought to claim. 
  As the Wilson sisters wrestle with loyalty, love, and the pursuit of independence, the ripples of the Persons Case echo through their lives, compelling them to ask: Who decides a woman’s worth? And how far will they go to seize it? 
  Sweeping in history and rich with emotion, Whispers of Her Worth is a powerful story of sisterhood, resilience, and quiet defiance. This unforgettable chapter of The Hotel Hamilton Series will immerse you in its world and echo in your heart long after the final page.

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  Growing Into Greatness - A...

  Tanya E Williams

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  In the sun-soaked vineyards of Napa Valley, a daughter’s destiny is held hostage by a father’s secret. 
  Born amidst the dawn of Prohibition, Sofia Russo always dreamed of being her family’s next winemaker. But when her father chooses her reluctant twin brother, Alonso, to carry on the family legacy, Sofia’s world is upended as her hopes for a future in wine crumble alongside the relationship with her father. Feeling the intense sting of her father’s rebuke, Sofia is determined to rise above inequality and the hardships of The Great Depression to prove him wrong. 
  As decades pass and the Russo vineyard stands the test of time and adversity, Sofia and Alonso find themselves at a crossroads when it is officially announced that Alonso will supersede their father as the next Russo winemaker. With the weight of their father’s expectations pressing down upon them, Sofia must confront the ghosts of the past in order to reconcile her relationship with her father and try to claim the legacy she feels destined to inherit. 
  In Growing into Greatness, Tanya E Williams paints a vivid portrait of family and the enduring power of the human spirit. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Napa Valley, this sweeping saga will take you on a journey through time, where vines whisper secrets of love, loss, and the unbreakable bond of family.

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