His Risk to Take by Tessa Bailey is a contemporary romance novel and the second book in the Line of Duty series.
The story follows Troy Bennett, a homicide cop haunted by the loss of his partner. Seeking a fresh start, he transfers from Chicago to the NYPD. There, he encounters Ruby Elliott, a street-smart pool hustler with a mysterious past.
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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.
About the Author
Tessa Bailey is a bestselling romance author known for her steamy contemporary romance novels. With her engaging storytelling and memorable characters, Bailey has gained a devoted following in the romance genre.
As a New York Times bestselling author, Tessa Bailey has written over 50 contemporary romance novels. She has written numerous popular series, including the Line of Duty series, the Broke and Beautiful series, and the Romancing the Clarksons series, among others.
Tessa Bailey has won several awards for her work, including the RITA Award for Best Erotic Romance and the HOLT Medallion Award of Merit.