Risky Seduction

by Lizabeth Scott

She’s the journalist who uncovered the wrong truth. He’s the man determined to stop anyone who dares to come after her.

Investigative reporter Erin Thorne has built her career exposing corruption, but her latest lead puts her in the crosshairs of the most dangerous criminal syndicate in the world. The elusive figure known only as The Broker doesn’t send warnings. He sends body bags. And Erin’s name just made his list.

Max SuMartra has faced his share of high-stakes missions, but protecting Erin isn’t just another assignment. It’s personal. Two years ago, they spent a week together in Paris that neither of them can forget. Now, with her life on the line, Max will do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Even if it means confronting his own past and stepping into The Broker’s deadly game.

As danger closes in, Max and Erin are forced to trust each other with more than their lives. Every lead unravels another layer of lies, and every touch blurs the line between protection and desire. But The Broker is always one step ahead, and he’s playing for keeps.

When the truth comes out, will it destroy them, or will love be the biggest risk of all?

Fast-paced, addictive, and sinfully romantic, Risky Seduction delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense, scorching chemistry, and a love worth every risk. Perfect for fans of high-heat romantic suspense and slow-burn danger.

207 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 5, 2025

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Whether she's writing billionaires with a soft spot, motorcycle club alphas with a code of honor, or royal heirs tangled in scandal and seduction, Lizabeth brings her stories to life with passion, grit, and the perfect touch of vulnerability. Her books span contemporary, spicy, and romantic suspense subgenres—each filled with slow-burn tension, steamy chemistry, and happily-ever-afters that feel deeply earned.

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Reviews

[Anne Morrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great addition to the Royal Heirs Series, this time featuring Investigative journalist Erin and Max SuMarta, the Kings nephew. Erin was cautious when their paths crossed in Istanbul two years after Max had suddenly disappeared after they spent a week together in Paris, but Erin’s life was in danger from the group she had been investigating and was getting closer to exposing. As the situation escalated Erin had no choice but to accept help from Max to help her escape from them as it becomes clear her life is in danger. There are plenty of twists and turns as they escape thanks to Max’s contacts as both a member of the Royal family and working for his country’s secret service. Their feelings for each other grew as they work together to bring down Obsidian Kommand an international crime syndicate. Lizabeth Scott holds your attention from beginning to end with a blend of intrigue, danger and irresistible chemistry between Max and Erin. Although it is part of the Royal Heirs Series Risky Seduction can be read as a stand alone.

[Sara B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Erin Thorne is an investigative reporter who gets into the sights of crime syndicate the Broker . She trying to get her story as she goes in deep to find the crime syndicate when Max comes to save her.
Max SuMarta is nephew to the King a prince but also a trained do to take down who and what is needed right now that is the Broker.
These two met in Paris had a romantic week.
Now they are meeting again . This time with danger around the corner. She is looking into something dangerous but is she the target or is max.
The sparks fly and danger is a step away as these two try to find the connection between the broker , his country and what this means for them . All while trying to fight her feeling for him while he isn’t fighting at all. Bantering and kissing while falling hard but will they be able to save each other when the broker strikes .
This book is written well and the twist keeps you reading as the mystery unfold and the chemistry heats up. I loved this book
I got this book for my honest opinion.

[Kazz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thrilling and captivating storyline that will have you glued to the pages from the start until the oh so satisfying end. Erin is an investigative reporter who has attracted the attention of the wrong people and her life is in danger, in comes Max a prince who is also an operative for his country’s security services. Two years earlier Max and Erin had the most magical week together in Paris, when Max left Erin without a goodbye! When Max and Erin must work together to protect her from this dangerous enemy, their chemistry is still explosive but Erin has not forgiven nor forgotten Max’s betrayal for disappearing without so much as a goodbye from Paris, however things have changed. Max has changed, he is determined to make Erin his forever, but the dangers, twists, lies and heart stopping action might just get in the way.
I received an advanced reader’s copy via BookFunnel and I am writing this review voluntarily

[C Sirisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thrilling and captivating storyline that will have you glued to the pages from the start until the oh so satisfying end. Erin is an investigative reporter who has attracted the attention of the wrong people and her life is in danger, in comes Max a prince who is also an operative for his country’s security services. Two years earlier Max and Erin had the most magical week together in Paris, when Max left Erin without a goodbye! When Max and Erin must work together to protect her from this dangerous enemy, their chemistry is still explosive but Erin has not forgiven nor forgotten Max’s betrayal for disappearing without so much as a goodbye from Paris, however things have changed. The sparks fly and danger is a step away as these two try to find the connection between the broker , his country and what this means for them .
This book is written well and the twist keeps you reading as the mystery unfold and the chemistry heats up. I loved this book.

[Jennie Fortna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Risky Seduction is book 10 in the Royal Heirs series by Lizabeth Scott and such an awesome series!

Max and Erin had an amazing week together but he ghosted her. Now 2 yrs later Erin, an investigative report uncover something she shouldn’t and Max has been sent to protect her. So much is on the line for both…danger, suspense, off the charts chemistry, family from prior books, lies and facing the past to find their future…

I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Lorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Max SuMartra is the Playboy Prince and yet behind the scenes he is soooo much more. Having met Erin two years ago and spending a week in Heaven with her changed his life. Learning that she’s in danger sets him into action and he hopes that he’s in time! Tension, chemistry, danger and suspense are throughout this story and yet you Will NOT want to put it down. Coming home to a place that you never dreamed could be yours leaves a big ❤️ for Erin and ultimately Max. A great story and a great series!

[Sue Longoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG! The suspension throughout this book had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough to find out what happened next.

I fell in love with Max and Erin because they had so much in their head they couldn't just give in to what they felt for each other.

I swoon when all the romance kicked in and just love them.

Bravo Lizabeth Scott for another amazing story. Can't wait for the next one to come in this series.

[Debi · Rating 5 out of 5]

What happens when an investigative reporter and a Prince that is in intelligence for the family meet?
Hot and sexy thoughts and scenes. Erin has been an investigative reporter and been in daring and very dangerous situations. Throw in Max who works for the king in intelligence and you get a GREAT story. They met in Paris and had separate lives at the time. When they meet again, the feelings are still there, but distractions make it difficult. Lizabeth makes every book she writes her own, this one is no different. All her books are standalone even though this is a series, you just may have characters cross over.

[Isha Coleman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dangerous seduction stakes it's claim on the soul. From secret revelations to heartbreaking romance, Max and Erin are a thrill ride that dares to never back down from a challenge. Max is a man of mystery with royal blood and deadly enemies. Erin is a woman of courage that dates to risk it all when it comes to exposing the truth. With everything on the line including their hearts, these dare devils are in for a wild ride. Scott takes emotions to the edge. Risky Seduction is a thrilling dance with destiny that takes your breath away.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

In my opinion this book was a little bit different from her other books but not in a negative way this book was much more action-packed edge of your seat got to know what happens next with a love story thrown in. It was absolutely amazing, had to know what happened had to turn the page and keep reading!! I read this one so quick because I absolutely could not put it down

[Tracy Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspense, danger, intrigue, and love. Prince Max Sumatra, special agent. Erin, the relentless investigative reporter. Together they uncover dangerous lies. Can Max protect her from her own relentless pursuit of the truth?
This one has it all: tension, mystery and, steamy romance.

[Kathy Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Max SuMartra finds out that ”The Broker” has added Erin Thorne’s name to his list to kill, Max is enraged and makes it his job for Erin not to be killed. But Erin is on the edge of breaking the story of a lifetime and doesn’t know the real danger she is in. Meeting up again and rekindling their love romance isn’t easy and while Erin is one of the strong heroines, it’s obvious she isn’t stupid and knows she needs help. A fast paced romantic suspense that I loved.

[Shannon Peeples · Rating 5 out of 5]

Risky Seduction is fast paced yet a slow culmination at the same time. Erin and Max met two years ago and connected, but their work pulled them apart. They meet again in the midst of another situation, and things escalate from there in all aspects of their lives. Intrigue, danger, and heat are cornerstones of their story, and they kept me devouring the book in an afternoon!