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Illicit Temptation

An Irish Mafia Bodyguard Romance (Astoria Royals Standalone, Book 3)

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Illicit Temptation

By: Deborah Garland
Narrated by: Michelle Sparks, Joe Arden
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Shea-Lynne O’Rourke is no innocent princess.
But she is off-limits.
Older. Strong-Willed. Mouthy AF.

That doesn’t stop me from wanting to possess this feisty Irish Rose and make the only woman I can’t have mine.

She's my last bodyguard gig before I take my place in Quinlan Empire.

I'm riddled with scars and past sins, too filthy for an angel.
Who surprises me with a savage taste for the forbidden.

My restraint gives way to temptation that I tell myself is temporary.

But that only holds until a dangerous man from my past attempts to claim her as his.

©2023 Deborah Garland (P)2025 Deborah Garland
Crime Fiction Romantic Suspense Royalty Ireland
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Engaging Storyline • Steamy Romance • Perfect Narration • Thrilling Suspense • Authentic Accents • Emotional Delivery
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Joe and Michelle are an amazing pair of narrators for this steamy dark mafia romance. They voiced all the characters flawlessly. Deb writes a fierce mafia world and this story is no different! The storyline was great and you can tell even without listening to the others that this world is very deep and interconnected, but stands very strong alone without listening to the others.

This duo! ❤️

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This was a pretty entertaining book! The story line grabbed my attention and had me wondering what was coming next. It literally made my jaw drop at certain points lol

Trace & Shea were great characters and I lovedddd the spice. 🤭

The voice accents were also great!

Good storyline

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This was really good. Joe & Michelle knocked it out of the park! It’s definitely spicy and a pretty good story.

Chefs kiss!

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Michelle Sparks and Joe Arden really bring this story to life with duet narration. The story is well-written and engaging, there were a few plot points that I would have liked to see wrapped up in the end that weren't. Overall, a great listen, especially for Mafia romance lovers.

Spicy Mafia Story

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This was such a fun listen! The story was interesting and kept my attention. Joe and michelle sound amazing together we need more books with this duo!!

Michelle & Joe sound amazing together!!

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Illicit Temptation by Deborah Garland is an Irish mafia bodyguard romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Joe Arden and Michelle Sparks. This is the third book in the Astoria Royals Standalone series.

I love Deborah's books. She does a great job pulling me into the story. I can't help but binge them in one sitting. I really enjoyed the relationship between Trace and Shea. Their banter kept me hooked until the very end. I liked getting both of their points of views throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.

Joe and Michelle did an amazing job on the narration. They both really know how to bring a story to life. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.

I would recommend this book if you're looking for a mafia romance, bodyguard romance, forced proximity romance, or a forbidden romance.

An Irish Mafia Bodyguard Romance

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Deborah Garland never ceases to amaze with me with her brilliant and creative mind, bringing me into her stories, taking me into the incredible world she creates right alongside her amazing characters. There is never a dull moment in her books and once I start, nothing else around me matters except what is going to happen next in the book, escapism at its best. This third standalone of the “Astoria Royals” series is the mafia princess of the O’Rourke empire Shea-Lynne O’Rourke’s and her bodyguard Trace Quinlan’s story and I loved every moment of their journey and catching up with the O’Rourke family and being introduced to the Quinlan family. The O’Rourke’s let Shea do her own thing and was not involved in any of the family’s businesses, but they never left her unprotected. After some drama with her former guard, they assigned Trace to cover her, knowing they could trust him to keep her protected. Trace wanted to do more than protect her, he wanted her and not just in his bed, which would be a big no-no in their mafia world, where marriages are mergers and business deals, though her family left her alone so far. Shea’s boyfriend gives excuses why he hasn’t divorced his ex-wife yet, but she remains independent and continues to focus on her career and growing business. A drunken night in Vegas was what it took for Shea to let her guard down and let Trace have her, except she doesn’t remember what happened and Trace had to leave on family business, and reappears three years, wanting Shea more than ever. Feisty Shea gives him a run for his money and it was great to watch the chase. I loved all the layers to this story and how it all played out, with non-stop drama, angst, twists and turns, thrilling and suspenseful moment, heartfelt emotions and steamy romance. I can not get enough of these O’Rourke’s and am looking forward to what comes next for them, the Quinlan's and the incredible mafia world. Deborah Garland, thank you for another amazing story and wild ride.

🎧📚🎧  Michelle Sparks and Joe Arden were amazing at voicing the characters and performing an accurate portrayal of each. I loved how they owned their roles, sounding believable and just as I imagined the characters to sound, accents and all. Arden’s Irish is a treat to the ears and so was his take on Trace’s role, showcasing all sides of his personality and demeanor perfectly, from his possessive alpha, touch her and die, to his caring and loving side with Shea. Sparks was just as fabulous in Shea’s role, also showcasing her personality perfectly, from her insecurities to her strength and determination, also nailing her feisty wit. Both were fantastic performing the roles of the secondary characters too. Their tone and pacing were just right for the story and they captured all the characters’ emotions, having you feel them all. These versatile voice artists are passionate and entertaining storytellers who keep you glued to the story from start to end.

Superbly Impressive Story, Narration & Listen🎧

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Just, wow! it was great! I will hear it again . yup, yes. Just yup.

yes!

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Love the banter and chemistry between the characters and narrators who brought the story to life!!

Great love story and comedy!!

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Loved the story line. Kept me on my toes. I loved the banter between characters and their growth! Narration was on fire!! Love me some Joe Arden!

LOVED THIS STORY!! Narration was 🥵

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