Temptation Trails

A Small-Town Romance (The Haven Brothers, Book 3)

By: Claire Kingsley

Narrated by: Jason Clarke, Rose Dioro

Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

He’s hunting a killer so she won’t be next.

Single dad Garrett Haven doesn’t have time for dating. With a teenage son and a high-stakes job in law enforcement, he has enough on his plate.

Besides, he risked his heart once. He has no intention of doing it again.

Until he meets her.

Harper Tilburn brought her passion for baking to the small town of Tilikum to take over her aunt’s bakery. Anything else will have to wait, at least until her bad luck curse runs out.

Her dating hiatus is essential, and she’s sticking to it.

Until she meets him.

The sparks that fly between Garrett and Harper are instantaneous—their attraction undeniable. And suddenly, the practical, responsible sheriff’s deputy is throwing caution to the wind, boldly pursuing Harper, determined to make her his.

But when the cold case Garrett is investigating takes a chilling turn, he fears the perpetrator will strike again—and Harper will be his target. With his career—and his life—on the line, he’ll sacrifice everything to protect the people he loves, and catch a killer before it’s too late.

Author’s note: a buttoned-up sheriff’s deputy gets thoroughly unbuttoned by a sweet as sugar baker. A hero who falls hard and fast, a heroine you’ll root for, a teenage son who will steal your heart, gripping suspense with a shocking twist, and heartwarming found family vibes with a big HEA.

Temptation Trails can be enjoyed as a stand-alone.

©2024 Claire Kingsley (P)2024 Claire Kingsley

10/10!!!

The audio for this story is PERFECTION!!!!!

Oh my goodness!! Love this book sooooooo hard!! This is definitely one of my favorite CK books and I love them all haha.

Garret and Harper are everything!! Their love story is fun, sweet, funny and face paced. Mystery and suspense thrown in. Who doesn’t love a hot cinnamon roll alpha who will do anything to protect his lady? Bad luck and all it’s a great ride!

Owen is such a great character and needs to be protected at all costs! I hope when he’s all grown up he get his own book 😉

Claire and Jason and Rose = perfection

Great story with romance and suspense and humor and steam

Jason Clark can do NO wrong as far as I’m concerned (EVER) and Rose Dioro was the perfect Harper.

Oh the temptations!

What a masterful blend of thrilling and riveting suspense, swoon, love, witty banter, intense passion, spice, humor, and criminal intrigue!
Harper and Garrett are a match made in romantic suspense lovers heaven, and Temptation Trails was simply unputdownable.
Add an adorable teen, matchmaking aunties, large family and engaging (sometimes mischievous) community, and you get the best immersive story telling experience! Oh! And let’s not forget the squirrels!
I devoured Temptation Trails in one sitting, teetering on the edge of my seat - a testament to the author’s skill and ability to keep us transfixed until the final word.
The narration was phenomenal, it provided an added dimension, and allowed me to immerse myself in the story.
I wholeheartedly recommend this suspenseful masterpiece to anyone who enjoys a superb romantic thriller!

5 stars!

5 stars
audiobook review

I loved the chosen narrators for these characters! They did a wonderful job becoming these characters and selling the plot and they immediately captured my ears and heart from beginning to end.

4.5 stars
book review

I loved the flow of the plot, the main and side characters, the small-town feel, and the murder/mystery suspense. Add the whole single dad and the superstitious fmc and this story got devoured in one day.

Yet another astonishing audio from Claire!

I feel like Claire Kingsley always matches her characters to a T with her narrator choices. Jason Clarke and Rose Dioro are fantastic as Garrett and Harper.

Rose has a very feminine sound to her voice and she fits the personality/demeanor that I pictured in my mind with Harper. She isn't necessarily the quiet type but she doesn't want to be front and center either. She does very well when covering all the female characters. In scenes with Mari, Audrey, and Harper it was very easy to tell when the dialogue switched characters.

Then there is Jason Clarke with that deep voice as Garrett. He always does justice to Claire's characters anytime she uses him. I mean is there really any other choice for a man of larger size that grew up close to the mountains...absolutely not! He knows how to switch up his voice depending on the character and there are a couple rapid character changes in a few of Garrett's chapters.

"I shifted closer so I could kiss her forehead--soothe whatever was troubling her as she slept. I could do this forever. No one was going to take her from me. No one. She was mine."

Garrett's story is finally here and I was not prepared for just how swoon worthy this man turned out to be. The ideas of him in my head from the glimpses we have gotten so far were wiped away with who he really is. I want to refer to him as a gentle giant or huge teddy bear unless those he loves are in danger and he turns into one of those "try and stop me" guys with such fierce protective instincts. His dedication to his son, Owen, as a single father is so admirable. He is just an all around great guy that just needs the love of the right woman.

Harper is just so sweet. The superstitions that seem to plague her everyday life were so fun to read. She believes she is suffering from seven years of bad luck after breaking a mirror and to be fair luck has definitely not been on her side. She embraces all things Tilikum (squirrels, gossip, etc) and has no trouble fitting in. The circumstance that leads to Garrett entering her life is perfection and I knew from that moment on that she was a woman with pure goodness in her heart.

I wouldn't call this insta-love but it is definitely insta-attraction between them and that has their relationship moving at warp speed and it worked so well. It was so fun to see straight laced Garrett throw caution to the wind and be spontaneous with Harper. She consumes his thoughts from the moment their paths cross for the first time. This is one of Claire's books where the building relationship happens so smoothly and the drama that is there isn't between Garrett and Harper but surrounding them as a couple. Much like books one and two in this series there is a suspenseful aspect to the plot and I was constantly trying to figure out who was going to be the bad guy and BRAVO Claire, you threw me for a loop. I had three people in my suspicions and none of them ended up being bad! My world is always better when I have a new Claire book in my life! Three Haven brothers down and three to go!!!!

A truly exceptional story with brilliant narration

I have enjoyed the first two books of the Haven Brothers series...but Temptation Trails is easily my favorite so far! I absolutely loved everything about Garrett and Harper's story! The suspense, the romance, the entire storyline - there was not one thing I disliked about this story. It hooked me from the very start and I found myself getting lost in the story at every chance I could. The story was truly exceptional and just when I thought I figured out the "who," I found out very quickly I was wrong.

I also really enjoyed the relationship that developed between Harper and Garrett's son, Owen. Those two truly developed a wonderful bond, and that was really sweet to see. Oh, and of course...I won't complain about the Bailey sightings - I just love them.

Narrators can make or break a story...and let me just say, this is a truly memorable audio for me. Listening to this story narrated by the brilliant Jason Clarke and Rose Dioro enhanced the entire story to a whole new level. Both characters were so perfectly suited for these characters and their voices worked together beautifully. Jason's deep and growly tone is always a delight to listen to, and I just love how he moves from one character to the next with such ease. And Rose's voice is just so easy on the ears and every time she said "Oh, sugar cookies," it just made me smile.

I highly recommend this story, and I'm so excited to see what Claire comes up with for whichever Haven brother is up next!

Suspenseful and Oh, So Swoony

Temptation Trails was a gripping, suspenseful story with all the swoon. Garrett and Harper are positively delicious and I absolutely loved them along with Owen. These two were perfectly matched and oh, so sweet together!

I loved Harper and her bad luck curse. She was such a sweetheart and so easygoing. I loved how she was so patient and kind with Owen and how she fit in so well with the rest of the Havens. Her baking had my mouth watering and her adorable awkwardness touched my heart. Best of all, Garrett was a man obsessed. He’s struck speechless from his first encounter with Harper and it’s so much fun to watch him struggle to process the feelings she brings to the surface.

The easy charm and banter between Harper and Garrett was delightful and I loved how they communicated with one another. It was so refreshing and I loved how they maneuvered an unexpected surprise that was thrown in their path. Add in the addictive murder mystery in the mix that will keep you guessing and Temptation Trails was an absolutely fantastic addition to the Haven brothers series.

Jason Clark and Rose Dioro narrated the audio and they were perfection together. I loved how they portrayed all the emotional beats of the story and they kept me absolutely engrossed in this gripping story.

Garrett Is My Favorite Haven!

Claire Kingsley is in her small town romantic suspense era and I am utterly obsessed!!

These Haven brothers had me thirsting for their stories since I first met them in the Bailey brothers series.

Garrett Haven has officially claimed the top spot in my heart of the Haven brothers! Shhh, don’t tell the others. He’s also made his way to my favorites of Claire’s heroes, a seriously tough feat with me having read all her books.

But, man oh man it’s something about a man who’s a gentleman with a possessive side. That wall scene just took me by surprise in the best and hottest ways. Single dad Garrett might’ve made me swoon but growly Garrett is the sexiest Garrett.

Harper was just freaking adorable. Like you couldn’t help but love her. She was so sweet and her inner musings kept me laughing. She had this magnetism that made you want to be to be in her orbit. Her bond she formed with Owen just honestly melted my heart. I adored Owen, he was such a sweetheart and at times so wise beyond his years. His one liners were hilarious. Harper and his friendship and protectiveness over each other was so touching.

Harper had my guy Garrett a straight up goner…I’m talking loss for words, hearts in eyes, making the wrong turns and going out of the way to ensure her safety gone. If it’s one thing I love it’s a man who falls first and hard and that was Garrett to a t. Harper wasn’t far off because it wasn’t long before Garrett had her heart. Their chemistry was undeniable and I just ate their story up like the most delicious dessert.

I loved the family shenanigans. It made for so many laughs and just the warmest of feels. Temptation Trails was everything I could’ve dreamed of and then some. Words cannot express how much I loved this book!

The audio though! Hands down a favorite of mine and not just for the year!

Rose Dioro as Harper was beyond words. Her inner musings, her sweet nature came through beautifully through Rose.
Jason Clarke is an all time favorite, it’s instalove if he’s narrating. Temptation Trails is no exception. He was made to perform Garrett Haven. I cannot imagine a more perfect voice for him. And hearing that growl compared to reading is a whole different experience. I also don’t think I’ll ever get over hearing Jason Clarke say MY name. Eeek.
😭🥹🤭
Rose and Jason were just fan freaking tastic and made this an audio I did not want to stop listening to.

Loved Garrett and Harper!

I loved Temptation Trails, and Garrett Haven has become my new favorite Haven Brother. Claire Kingsley has once again written an often funny, always emotional, perfectly balanced romantic suspense.

I don't know how many people could make as bad a first impression as Garrett Haven did. He literally had a strike against him before Harper even laid eyes on him. He is lucky that Harper gave him another chance, but neither of them counted on finding the love of their life. They tried to fight it, they tried for casual, but when you're meant to be, you're meant to be.

The suspense is what had me hooked. Garret is a police officer with a huge heart, not only when it comes to love, but also when it comes to dedication to his work and to his town. Reviving a cold case, however, makes him and those he loves a target. Claire took us on a journey that had me engrossed and invested.

The audiobook, narrated by by Rose Dioro and Jason Clarke, was a perfect way to experience this story. They brought so much personality to their characters, and really embodied the story. Highly recommended.

Mystery, Suspense, & Passion

Garrett Haven is the next Haven to fall hard under love’s spell. He’s the single dad to, Owen, his 14 year old son, & he’s a sheriff’s deputy/detective for Tilikum. He’s happy with his life the way it is & does not have time to date, if only Aunt Louise would listen.

Harper Tilburn has never fit in with her mother & sister. But her Aunt Doris has always connected with her on a deeper level. So when Aunt Doris needs help at her small bakery in Tilikum, she doesn’t even hesitate to drop everything & move to a new town.

What started out as a pretty poor first impression, opinions quickly change once these two finally meet, even if under poor circumstances. Garrett’s never seen a more beautiful woman who has immediately captivated him. Harper meanwhile is convinced that she’s just met a handsome man that might ruin her for life.

These two have quite a whirlwind of a romance, but when it’s right…it’s right. I loved how Owen connected with Harper too. He’s such an amazing kid & his protective instincts run deep. And when Garrett begins investigating a decade old cold case, it’s all hands on deck to keep those he love protected.

The mystery plot had me on the edge of my seat. I absolutely devoured this book having to know what came next at all costs. I loved seeing the Haven brothers band together to protect their own & to take down the enemy.

Audiobook Review:
Jason Clarke & Rose Dioro were perfectly cast in these rolls. Jason is so versatile when it comes to his talents. While he can capture a goofball with perfection, his broody detective is spot on. Rose has quickly become one of my favorites when it comes to the upbeat heroine. But her execution of the emotional backstory here was done with precision.