Temptation Trails: A Small-Town Romance (The Haven Brothers) by Claire Kingsley
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Temptation Trails: A Small-Town Romance (The Haven Brothers)

by

Claire Kingsley

(Author)

4.6

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744 ratings


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, page turning suspense with a shocking twist, and heartwarming found family vibes with a big HEA.

Temptation Trails can be read as a stand-alone.

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ISBN-13

979-8334510418

Print length

432 pages

Language

English

Publisher

Independently published

Publication date

September 11, 2024

Dimensions

5 x 1.08 x 8 inches

Item weight

15.5 ounces


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Editorial reviews

Claire Kingsley again manages to immediately suck me into her story. Where I'm completely hooked and I can't look away. In fact, this is my favorite in The Haven Brothers thus far and I can't wait for whichever love story comes next. ~The Book Refuge ★★★★★   The suspense, the romance, the plot. I was totally enraptured from page one and literally finished this novel in one day because I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. I HAD to know what was going to happen 🏃🏼‍♀️ Claire does it again. 5 stars, 10/10. But like, now what do I do with my life? ~Shanna, Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★   Oh, Sugar Cookies! Temptation Trails by Claire Kingsley was a sweet, witty, and suspenseful romance that had me on the edge of my seat, smiling, and happy sighing from start to finish. ~JodiReadsnListens ★★★★★   I was constantly trying to figure out who was going to be the bad guy and BRAVO Claire ~Confessions of a Bookaholic ★★★★★   From start to finish its like you are thrown into an episode of law and order trying to solve the mystery while knowing Garrett was being framed plus throw in a new relationship/surprise pregnancy. Kingsley loves to throw in decoy characters to distract you on who the real killer is! ~The Paperbook Princess ★★★★★   Another wonderful small town suspenseful romance by Claire Kingsley. This story sucked me in and held my attention so fiercely, I couldn't put it down. The Haven brothers are quickly becoming one of my favorite series, and Garrett's story is definitely at the top of my list. ~Gold Star Reads ★★★★★   What's better than a Claire Kingsley romance novel? A Claire Kingsley romantic suspense novel. Claire always delivers humor, heat, heart, and HEA, and the Haven Brothers books add a layer of intrigue, making her stories even richer. ~Robin's Reading Nest ★★★★★   The pacing of this story is brisk, with plenty of heartwarming and humorous moments to balance out the suspense. The plot twist adds an extra layer of excitement, making this a truly enjoyable read. ~BookstagramBrielle ★★★★★   By all means, do not sleep on Claire Kinsley! She delivers some top tier romantic suspense, with all the toe curling tension you could want. I have loved her books for years, and Temptation Trails did not disappoint one bit! ~MagReadsBooks ★★★★★   The suspenseful subplot kept me guessing while the family dynamics made me want to stay in the world the author created forever. This is one I wish I could read again for the first time. There was so much to love. I swear, this author just keeps getting better. I just don't have the words to do this one justice. Read it. You won't be sorry. ~Booklover Judy Lynn ★★★★★

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About the authors

Claire Kingsley

Claire Kingsley

Claire Kingsley is a #1 Amazon bestselling author of sexy, heartfelt contemporary romance, romantic comedies, and small-town romantic suspense. She writes sassy, quirky heroines, swoony heroes who love their women hard, romantic happily ever afters, and all the big feels.

She can't imagine life without coffee, great books, and all the characters who inhabit her imagination. She lives in the inland Pacific Northwest with her three kids.

Join CK's Book Besties Newsletter for exclusive content and updates at www.clairekingsleybooks.com.

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Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5

744 global ratings

AJvR

AJvR

5

Amazing

Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024

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I don't even really know what I want to say, but this book is amazing.

I love all of Claire's books, but this is one of her best ones.

I loved all the characters, especially Owen. He got me right in the feels.

I also really did not see the murderer coming. At all. I had a couple of suspects, but not that one. Awesome book.

Kym

Kym

5

Bad Luck turns Good!

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2024

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Wow, what can I say about this book? It is incredible. Spiciness, sweetness (in more ways than one), and several twists you’ll never see coming. At least, I didn’t.

Garrett has the ultimate big brother vibes. As a sheriff’s deputy and part-time detective, he feels the need to be the hero for everyone. We saw it in Rewriting the Stars with Annika, we saw it in Storms and Secrets with Marigold. And we definitely see it in his own story. With his son, Owen, and his new lady, Harper.

I usually focus only on the main couple in my reviews, but Owen takes a big part of the story. We first met him in Rewriting the Stars. Now he’s a teenager, and almost grown up. We all remember how it feels to be 14. The world seems to be wide open in front of you, but you don’t always know what you want to do with it yet. But it is clear that he idolizes his dad in a lot of ways. And he has his own hero complex, for sure.

Harper is new in town. Her aunt Doris owns the main bakery, but she’s to the point that she can’t work every day anymore. Fortunately, Harper has been a baker for years, and is interested in a change of pace. So she comes in to take over the bakery. And does it really well, despite her bad luck curse. I am definitely going to need to bake some cookies in the near future!

There are a few less-than-savory characters running around Tilikum right now, though. And they may or may not be focused on Harper and Garrett. Will Garrett be able to save the day? Or will Harper’s bad luck finally catch up with her? Only time will tell.

One thing is for sure, though. These two are definitely “compatible” ;)

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Merrie

Merrie

5

Great - As expected

Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024

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Really great story. Quality writing, good character development, and a nice little twist in the plot mystery. I really liked Harper, Garrett, and Owen together.

Claire Kingsley sure does great family series. I got hooked on her writing when I started reading the Miles family series. Then the Bailey Brothers came. And now the Havens. She does an exceptional job at weaving stories built around big, chaotic but loving families. The relationships and conflicts are done well.

Claire Kingsley writes in such a way that one wishes they could be a part of the Miles family, or the Bailey brothers family, or the Havens. The way she develops the surrounding towns makes you want to go find one and live in one just like them with characters just like the ones she portrays. I know I would like to find an Echo Creek, or Tilikum.

Such an enjoyable read. I highly recommend it as I do the first two books in this series. And the entire Bailey Brothers series before it - and even better yet - start with the Miles family series and move forward from there.

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