Trail of the Brave

Author: Susan May Warren
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Series: Call of the Wild #3
Pages: 320
Release Date: November 3, 2026
Publisher: Revell

A father who trusts no one, a woman who's stopped trusting herself, and a dog everyone has written off--they're a seven-year-old girl's only hope.

When legendary Iditarod musher Wilder Frost collapses on her porch, veterinarian Stormi White must face her self-doubt. She's spent years trying to be everything to everyone, but she's certain she's failed. Even her own dog, Rome, a former K9 cadaver dog who lost his scent, is just one more thing she couldn't fix. Or so she believes.

Wilder has one rule: Keep everyone at arm's length. It's how he's kept his seven-year-old daughter, Luna, alive while staying one step ahead of the men who murdered his wife. But when his past finally catches up and Luna vanishes into the frozen wilderness, Wilder is forced to put her life in the hands of a woman he barely knows--and a dog no one believes in.

As a killer closes in and a storm descends, Stormi, Wilder, and Rome race across treacherous Alaskan terrain in a desperate search for Luna. But the deadliest distance isn't measured in miles--it's the space between their hearts. What if the only way to save Luna is to risk the one thing they swore they'd never lose--each other?

This adrenaline-infused romantic suspense from Susan May Warren will captivate you with nonstop action and adventure, a handsome hero, and a heroic K9 rescue dog.

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Reviewer: Mindy Houng

"There are seasons of life. Not every season is the same. And God knows what we need in each one."

Wilder and Stormi's story was the perfect conclusion to the Call of the Wild series. I loved Stormi's independence and knowledge as a vet, her compassion and love for animals, her grit and her belief in Wilder. Her fangirl crush on Wilder blossoming into a solid relationship was delightful to witness. I loved Wilder and his humility, depth of character, loyalty, and love for his family. I know nothing about mushing so it was fun to see how the dogs get trained. Both Stormi and Wilder had a lot of baggage - she with her father and the death of her mother and he with the death of his wife. They both needed to understand Who is exactly in control, grieve properly, and let go of their misplaced guilt and misconceptions. The redemptive arc in this story was beautiful.

And the action! Plenty of suspense, near-miss brushes with calamity, and wondering what's around the corner kept the story moving at a fast pace. The Sorros family definitely kept the law enforcement of Copper Mountain and FBI, not to mention Stormi and Wilder, quite busy. Susan May Warren books are always adrenaline-charged adventures worth embarking on. I can't wait for the new series where we'll see more of the Starr family, the Bowie brothers, and the Matthews family in the Alaskan wilderness. Bring it on!

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Revell via Interviews & Reviews and NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

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Reviewer: Anna Bottoms

This book ends a series I’ve been devoted to, but it doesn’t end the story of our intrepid friends in the far north. Yay for me! 

I love the way the characters in the story grow and bond in the most difficult circumstances. The authentic way Wilder’s quandary of emotions played out had me ready to weep for him in his self-imposed hopelessness concerning his worthiness to deserve anything good in his life. 

Stormi is the absolute right person for him. She may have her own things to deal with, but her unwavering trust in the faithfulness of God is just the anchor he needs to hold on to and claim for himself.

Danger lurks around every corner, building on the first book in this series and leading to a very satisfactory ending. But before that, there is plenty of action to propel the story forward. It had me wondering what would come next. 

This is a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I will be reading it again and highly recommend it to fans of romantic suspense and books set in the Alaska wilderness.

I received a copy courtesy of Revell through Interviews & Reviews via NetGalley. This is my honest opinion of the book.

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