Risky Business Episode 2

by Tari Riley

About Episode 2

Nina's work and personal life clash, forcing her to face the rumours that follow her at Wolf Sportswear. Caleb takes a calculated risk, but the results are far from what he wanted. While at work, Anastasia receives an unexpected invitation to attend an important social event. Daniel's date with Fred doesn't go as planned. Beatrice receives a text that threatens to ruin everything she has spent the past decade building.

About The Serial
Love. Money. Power. Secrets. Is it all fair in business? When Caleb Wolf finds himself on the cover of the ruthless tabloid, Click!, while dealing with a big negotiation for his sportswear brand, he realises that, to be taken seriously by his parents, his company executives and the media, he might have to play their game.

Nina Rodriguez escaped to the city to leave behind a past she doesn't want to confront. Working at Wolf Sportswear as Caleb's assistant has offered her that, but it all comes crashing down when her sister contacts her again, bringing forth old memories, painful wounds, and bad habits Nina thought forgotten.

Whilst Caleb plays this futile game by dating strangers and Nina tries to make sense of her past while helping her best friend and roommate deal with their messy relationship, the two find that they share more than just their office space. However, when deals are signed and promises are contractual, they face the old tale question of whether risking it all for one another is worth it.

Caleb could lose everything. Nina isn't sure if she's worth it.

In business, some risks offer a bigger reward. Is love the same as business? And when risking for it, what should you expect in return?

Risky Business is an adult contemporary romance serial that feels like a TV show, with multiple perspectives and interconnected storylines that stretch throughout several episodes. It's perfect for fans of a good slowburn, office romance, with a love story filled with drama, secrets and a tabloid ready to expose everyone, no matter the cost. If you like Gossip Girl, you'll enjoy this serial.

156 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 21, 2025

About the author

Tari Riley is a fantasy and romance author, although she occasionally dabbles in other genres since inspiration knows no bounds.

When she's not writing, you'll probably find her listening to music, solving jigsaw puzzles, watching shows (she loves a good K-Drama) or creating mood boards or playlists for her stories. That's right; everything is an excuse for Tari to daydream about her stories.

Reviews

[Bibliophile Foodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series keeps getting better. I like how unique it is to have each book as an episode. Episode 2 dives deeper into the drama at Wolf Sportswear, and I was completely pulled in from the start. The writing is fast-paced, emotional, and full of twists. I love how each character has their own storyline, and they all connect in such interesting ways.

Nina’s past starts catching up with her, and it was tough seeing her struggle with rumors and personal issues while trying to stay professional. Caleb makes a bold move, but it doesn’t go as planned, and now I’m even more curious about where his story is headed. Anastasia and Daniel also have their own moments and Beatrice’s situation had me shocked.

The mix of romance, secrets, and business drama makes this such a fun read. I'm already looking forward to the next episode.

[MyBookNest7 · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Beatrice Mullinger died the day she *redacted* with Caleb Wolf.”

What?!? Excuse me?!? When is the next episode coming out and why isn’t it yesterday!!!???!!! What am I supposed to do with this information now?! If I wasn’t hooked before, I sure am now ❤️❤️

Also, before I forget…let me praise the author to the heavens for including a recap! While it of course makes sense to have it before a new episode, it totally worked its magic and dragged me and my memory right back into the world of these lovely characters. I would’ve surely been a tiny bit lost otherwise.

Let’s get to the next one already!!!

[prachismusings · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book gives me such a nostalgic feel, it's like I'm watching a sitcom or something. Love the writing style, it's causal yes but idk it has a sense of connection to it. I really feel like I'm in there.

And what could I say about Nina and Caleb's relationship! they're so ughhh, live it. I'm looking forward to getting to know Nina more. She's just such a mystery. Caleb's arguments with himself are so good.

And I'm starting to feel bad for Anastasia, and Béatrice (some crazy different stuff only happening here)

(don't stop writing anything soon pls)

[Sreesha · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’ve been eagerly waiting for the next episode after reading the first one, let me tell you—it’s absolutely worth the wait! Without giving away too many spoilers, Episode 2 brings an unexpected twist in Nina’s life that no one saw coming, while on the other hand, there might just be a change stirring in Caleb’s heart. This episode also drops several intriguing hints about the characters’ backstories, making it a fun and exciting read.

[Tams Book Corner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay book 2, here we go. Again, invested. Fully. Unbelievably. This book keeps my attention span so perfectly and there’s never a dull moment or anything. I don’t know HOWWW this author does it!! Everything is perfect. The characters all have their own moments and problems, and somehow with such a small book, this series shows such complex character depth that it’s insane. I need book 3 to keep breathing at this rate.

[Meghan Pennington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to the author for allowing me to read this as an ARC!

Risky Business is one of the most unique reading experiences I have ever had. Each novella is an 'episode' and written out as if you are watching a tv series. There are multiple POVs that all intertwine amongst eachother, and each episode has so many easter eggs and realizations that you find out by the end!

I am really looking forward to continuing in the experience of this series. The slow burns and relationship developments are really addictive as a reader.

[Abbie Limmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

we’re still finding out about the characters in this serial, but there was some good information shared and a big reveal at the end (beatrice) 🤭

i’m really looking forward to seeing where this series goes!

[Lisa reads alot Hamer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these books they are a serial book so like the epic tv serials of old but so much better 😂
I love the blend of characters and I’m already looking forward to what comes next. Not read anything like this before, it’s so freaking good 👍 💫💫💫💫💫

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