Admiral Road Books – Publishing distinctive contemporary and historical fiction

Admiral Road Books publishes distinctive contemporary and historical fiction, grounded in thorough research and a commitment to narrative craft.

The Heiress of Northanger Abbey

by Nancy Bilyeau

Available September 1, 2026. Immerse yourself in a gripping Jane Austen sequel that brilliantly captures the biting wit and atmospheric tension of the original classic. The Heiress of Northanger Abbey is a masterfully spun tale of Regency suspense, plunging readers into a world of strict social etiquette masking deadly intentions. Perfect for devotees of Gothic mysteries, this slow-burn historical thriller follows a captivating continuation where shadowy ancestral secrets and a haunting psychological dread collide within a crumbling manor house on the moor. For readers seeking the perfect blend of traditional Regency romance and spine-chilling historical intrigue, this novel delivers an unforgettable Austen-esque escape.

Red Snow in Winter

by Max Eastern

Now on sale! Discover a masterfully crafted World War II espionage thriller packed with spy fiction twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the end. Anchored in the chaotic final months of 1945, this heavily researched historical spy novel follows an American military intelligence officer caught in a lethal game of double agents sprawling from Washington, D.C. to the prisoner-of-war camps in Maryland to the brutal Siege of Budapest. Perfect for fans of historically accurate WWII thrillers, Alan Furst, and Philip Kerr, this gripping story blends real military history with political deceptions, delivering a look at the dangerous origins of the Cold War.

The Ghost of Madison Avenue

by Nancy Bilyeau

Now on sale! Uncover the haunting side of high society in this New York Gilded Age historical fiction novella. Set during a snowy winter in 1912, this atmospheric ghost story follows a talented library restorer who discovers that the opulent walls of J.P. Morgan’s private library hold more than just rare manuscripts—they harbor a restless spirit demanding justice. Blending historical elegance with a story of lost love and a turn-of-the-century supernatural mystery, this novella is a must-read for anyone seeking traditional Christmas ghost stories with a historical twist.