The Risk by Skye Jordan (Xtreme Heroes, Book 1) Review

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The Risk (Xtreme Heroes, Book 1) by Skye Jordan

Release Date: March 16, 2015

Category: Hot Contemporary Romance

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Book Summary

From New York Times bestselling author Skye Jordan, Xtreme Heroes is a brand new series starring super-hot extreme athletes and their adventures.

The Risk, Book 1:

Former Olympian turned physical therapist to the elite Julia Bailey knows all about pushing the limits. But when a sexual harassment suit costs her a dream job—not to mention her reputation—she takes on the biggest risk of her life. Rehabilitating the X Games’ most notorious bad boy might be just what she needs to secure the funds for her own treatment center. Problem is, the only kind of recovery her new client is interested in is under-the-covers freestyle—gear optional.

Daredevil snowboarder Noah Hunt is a rock star—on and off the slopes. A recent accident might have him down, but he’s far from out. He doesn’t care what the sexy therapist with the sweet curves says. He’s got sponsors to impress and trophies to collect, and taking things slow and steady just ain’t his style. A little dirty talk and a sizzling night later, Julia learns just how fast and hard he likes to play. Too bad for him, his heart goes all in, and one wrong move could cost him more than just his career.

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My Review of The Risk by Skye Jordan

Rugged. Yes, that was a good description. Ruggedly disheveled. Ruggedly handsome. Ruggedly sexy. Ruggedly asinine – she reminded herself.

The Risk by Skye Jordan is Noah and Julia’s love story. Both characters have depth, strength, and humor. Noah Hunt is as sexy as they come, stubborn as a mule, and sweet as candy. Julia is tough, sassy, and doesn’t take crap from anyone.

This is a fun book and perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading. It doesn’t get too heavy, and only has a bit of angst. Filled with fun banter between the characters and steamy romance. The timeline does move quickly, and covers a span of a few months. If you like a full-length story, with interesting characters and a sweet romance – this is your book!

This is my first time reading a novel by Skye Jordan and I’d have to say that I am pleasantly surprised. Her Xtreme Heroes series is one I’ll continue to read.

Sweet, sexy, and filled with hot snowboarders in a scenic locale – The Risk is definitely on this year’s beach read list.

★ ★ ★ ★ Stars

  • Noah as a BBF: ★ ★ ★ ★
  • Hotness Level: ★ ★ ★
  • Swoon Level: ★ ★ ★

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About the Author

Skye Jordan is a pseudonym for New York Times bestselling romantic suspense author Joan Swan. Skye’s novels are about enjoying that little wild streak we don’t let out often enough. About those fantasies we rarely get the opportunity to indulge. About stretching limits, checking out the dark side, and maybe even acting a little naughty. They’re about escape and fun and pleasure and romance.

And, yes, even love, because while wicked-great sex is good, happily ever after with wicked-great sex is even better.

Skye (aka Joan) lives on the central coast of California in the heart of wine country with her husband and two daughters. As often as possible, she retreats to a hotel with critique partners for a power-writing week where much drinking, laughing, and yes, even working, ensues. When she’s not writing, Skye goes to breakfast with her hubby, attends her daughters’ barrel races, and spends a lot of time with her own horse, Riddle…while her two dogs, Paxton and Indie, tag along. She also loves to read, knit, craft, row, ride, and dabble in photography.

Author Links: Website Facebook Twitter Goodreads / Pinterest / Newsletter

Giveaway

Tour-wide giveaways include:

  • (34) $10.00 gift cards to Amazon or Barnes & Noble (winner’s choice)
  • (20) Digital books (winner’s choice from Renegades series)
  • Grand Prize of a Kindle HD

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Blog Tour Stops

There are five excerpts on this tour – one for each day of the week so be sure to visit the other blogs to read a different excerpt from the book. The excerpts are not connected, so you can read them at any time. Some of the blogs will also be featuring reviews, too.

Monday, March 16, 2015 (Excerpt 1)

What I’m Reading

Smut Book Junkies Reviews

Romancing Rakes For the Love of Romance

Reading on The Rocks

Dee’s Book Blog

All I Want and More Books

Shameless Book Club

BookStacked Blog

Tuesday, March 17, 2015 (Excerpt 2)

Read Your Writes Book Reviews

Riverina Romantics

Eclectic Passions

Cricket’s Chirps

Kimmy Loves to Read

So Many Reads

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 (Excerpt 3)

I Love Books

A Closet Full of Books

Ramblings From This Chick

Joyfully Reviewed

The Book Pushers

Amy’s Blog

Thursday, March 19, 2015 (Excerpt 4)

Romance Junkies

Book Lovin’ Mamas

Em & M Books

Smile Somebody Loves You

Maine Book Momma

Peaces of Me

Straight Shootin’ Book Reviews

Friday, March 20, 2015 (Excerpt 5)

Recommended Romance

Klaire’s Kollection

Short and Sassy Book Blurbs

Same Book, Different Review

ByoBook Club

Belgian Naughty Reader

Harlie’s Books

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