His Risk to Take

Tessa Bailey

Book 2 in the series:Line of Duty

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In "His Risk to Take" by Tessa Bailey, readers are introduced to an intense and explosive romance between a hot, dirty-talking alpha male homicide detective new to New York and a streetwise and daring pool hustler named Ruby. Their chemistry is described as intense and the story is filled with exciting and steamy moments. The book delves into themes of control, independence, and overcoming past traumas, creating a narrative that captivates readers with its fast-paced plot and well-developed characters.

The author, Tessa Bailey, skillfully weaves together a story of passion and desire as the NYPD officer with dom-like tendencies falls for the smart-mouthed Brooklyn babe with ties to the mob. The writing style is praised for its ability to create explicit scenes that not only raise the temperature but also contribute to the character development and relationship building, making it a compelling read for fans of steamy romances.

Characters:

The characters include Troy, a dominant and tender cop, and Ruby, a resilient pool hustler, both showcasing strong personal dynamics influenced by their pasts.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is explicit and descriptive, blending strong character development with engaging dialogue that often includes humor.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features intense chemistry between the characters, with themes of romantic tension and personal challenges, set against a backdrop of pool hustling and cop dynamics.

Setting:

The setting primarily takes place in New York City, emphasizing bar scenes and the world of pool hustling against contrasting character backgrounds.

Pacing:

The pacing is quick, with steamy interactions introduced early on and a balance of action and romantic development throughout.

From the darkest corner of O’Hanlon’s bar, Troy Bennett took a long pull of his draft beer and watched men and women start to pair off, retreating to their own dark corners together. The bitter snow s...

Notes:

The book is part of a series and is known for being very steamy.

Readers advised against reading it in public due to its explicit content.

The chemistry between the main characters builds quickly from their first meeting.

The story features a police officer and a pool hustler as the main characters.

Troy, the cop, struggles with his past trauma and his new feelings for Ruby, the female lead.

The book mixes intense romance with character development and past issues.

The writing includes a lot of dirty talk and tension between characters.

Many readers enjoyed the captivating characters and the hot scenes.

Some found the story similar to the first book in the series, but still enjoyed it.

The book showcases different kinks and makes a statement about their acceptance.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

There are medium-level content warnings, primarily related to the themes of personal trauma and potentially possessive behaviors in relationships.

Has Romance?

The romance is prominent and central to the story, driving character interactions and development.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

Homicide cop Troy Bennett had a reputation with the Chicago PD for being fearless and in control-until the night his daredevil partner is killed during a raid.

From that moment on, he swears he'll never again be responsible for the loss of a loved one. To escape his demons, Troy transfers to the NYPD, bringing him up close and personal with Ruby Elliott, a beautiful, street-savvy pool hustler. Reckless and stubbornly independent, Ruby embodies everything Troy swore to avoid, but when she walks into the local pub and blows his carefully laid plans to hell, Troy knows he has to have her-risks be damned.

But there's a connection between Ruby's shadowed past and a case Troy's working involving a notorious Brooklyn felon, throwing her safety into jeopardy. Confronted with his biggest fear, Troy must push Ruby away to keep her safe...or risk both of their lives to keep her in his arms where she belongs.

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