Columbia Jones is living every writer’s dream. An acclaimed author of blockbuster bestsellers, she’s wrapping up the tour for her latest novel in Denver, Colorado, while surrounded by adoring fans. When one figure in the audience of her book talk abruptly stands up to leave, however, she falters and faints. Later, she and her people…
Claire Hunter, an up-and-coming artist, is ready to say “I do” to the handsome, uber-rich Jack Compton on his family’s private island, Isla Isola, in the ultimate destination wedding. The idyllic Italian island has enough room and entertainment for all their friends, family, and enemies. Despite having the perfect dress, the perfect location, and the…
Good Girls Lie by J.T. Ellison is a pulse-pounding new psychological thriller that examines the tenuous bonds of friendship, the power of lies, and the desperate lengths people will go to in order to protect their secrets. J.T. Ellison is the New York Times- and USA Today-bestselling author of more than 20 novels; these include…
The Devil's Triangle by Catherine Coulter and J. T. Ellison is a highly anticipated thriller in their Brit in the FBI series, featuring special agents Nicholas Drummond and Michaela Caine in their new roles as heads of the Covert Eyes team. Catherine Coulter’s A Brit in the FBI series would make a perfect Tom Hanks-style…
Field of Graves by J.T. Ellison goes back to where it all began, revealing the origins of some of her most famous creations (Available today!). All of Nashville is on edge with a serial killer on the loose. A madman is trying to create his own end-of-days apocalypse and the cops trying to catch him…
Every Wednesday, we here at Criminal Element will put together a list of Staff Picks of the books that published the day before—sharing the ones that we are looking forward to reading the most! Check back every Wednesday and see what we're reading for the week!
Way back in 2010, I had a dream. My husband and I were attending a wedding weekend at the Opryland Hotel. He was with the guys, I was with the girls, and, as such, hopelessly bored—because when I’m not with him, I’m always unsettled. So, I went to find him. I texted him and said,…
Killer Nashville has announced the full list of finalists for the 2015 Silver Falchion Readers Choice Awards, which we have below. Congrats to everyone nominated, and make sure you vote for your favorites here! Killer Nashville kicks off on Octobe 29th. Best Novel: Romantic Suspense Judgment – Carey Baldwin The Lost Key – Catherine Coulter and…
The Final Cut by Catherine Coulter and J.T. Ellison is the first in a new series of FBI thrillers starring Englishman-turned-FBI-Agent Nicholas Drummond (available September 17, 2013). I always find it fascinating when two authors work together. The temptation to pick a book apart, try to find the bits written by one author or another…
Despite its name, Romantic Times reviews far more than just romance novels. This is likely because—much like crime fiction fans—romance fans read in many genres. They've just announced their full list of reviewer's choice awards, and we've posted the ones that apply to us! Winners in each category are in bold. Congratulations, one and all!…
