Risky Love

Risky Series #3

by Vivian Ward

From Vivian Ward comes the final installment of the Risky series.

When Ally first met billionaire Colton Kaswell, she saw an opportunity to further her career as a journalist and never dreamed the two of them could fall for each other. While the couple runs from their past, the present is quickly catching up as it threatens to destroy everything around them.

Lust brought them together, lies tore them apart. Will love give them the strength they both need to face those who are out to harm them?

Genres: BDSM, Erotica

ebook

First published May 13, 2018

About the author

Vivian Ward is a romance author from St. Louis, Missouri. She pens dark and dirty stories about alpha heroes and strong heroines with emotional HEAs. Vivian is happily married to her real-life Prince Charming who is also her best friend. One of her guilty pleasures is reading and writing smut while indulging in chocolate caramel candies.

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Reviews

[Valeen Robertson (Live Thru Books Blog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Risky Love Ally and Colton's relationship finally solidifies. Colton is still really upset with Ally and decides to show her his true dark side when he punishes her for all her transgressions. Let's just say that the stuff he subjects her to are not my thing, but Ally is totally down with them.

There's still the matter of the Ally's story floating around, and Darcy is determined to publish it and make Ally and Colton's live's miserable. But, Colton and Ally have a plan to mitigate it. Will the plan come to fruition in time? And when Colton starts hearing rumors that Tyler wants to buy the club out from under him, how will he deal with Tyler? A lot is going on in Risky Love, but it came to a nicely tied up conclusion.

If you like your billionaire romances in the grey area, with risky games, both sexual and emotional, put the Risky series on your TBR list. It's well written, well paced, and steamy. Be forewarned that it's not for the faint of heart, though. It's not super dark or anything, but it does linger in the shadows.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jami · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read Colton and Ally’s story as each book has been released. This is not something I normally do. I usually wait for all of the books to be released because I am bad at waiting and not really good with cliffhangers. However, the way Vivian wrote the story did not leave me feeling incomplete at the end of each book, but I was still wanting more. I am happy that Colton and Ally were able to navigate the complicated waters of their relationship to an HEA. However, I would have liked a full scene at the club on their honeymoon or at Colton’s club to get a true feel for their future. That being said, I feel that there is room for a spin off series for Tyler. I would love to see either resolution to the whole Brooke situation or at least see Brooke grow into her relationship with Tyler and get over Colton. It could be interesting to see Tyler become a regular/permanent to Colton and Ally’s relationship. I also feel that maybe their is potential for Darcy to see the error of her ways and become something more, maybe even with Tyler. These are all “questions” that I am left with which is why I feel while the story was complete and Ally and Colton’s love solid and forever, there is still more to happen in St. Louis. After saying all of that, if you don’t mind your love story being a little dark. This is a worth while series to read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Keri Loves Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5⭐️ The conclusion to Ally and Colton’s dark and dirty love story. Risky Love picks right up where Risky Pleasures ends.

Ally is being punished for her role in the article that she wrote to take Colton down. Remorseful of ever writing the story, but it falls into the wrong hands. Now Colton and Ally must team up to come out on top and get their HEA.

They also continue to explore Ally’s desire for the Colton’s dark side. These two find that they enjoy pushing her limits. It’s naughty and steamy hot!

I enjoyed this trilogy! It’s sexy and pushes the limits.

[Gerry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Voluntary review of an ARC. I'm not really sure how I feel about some of the sexual practices described in this series. I'm an open-minded person, but choking in particular just seems dangerous. That being said, I enjoyed the romance and the plot. Ally and Colton really seem to love each other. I liked the resolution to the basic dilemma and the hea. I will continue to read this author's work.

[Joy Westerfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a great end to this series! The story of Colton and Ally is unreal! The story continues with Colton and Ally continuing with their relationship and seeing how far it can go. They encounter many obstacles, but they continue to persevere. Their chemistry is chart topping and I rooted for them throughout this entire book. Do they end up together? Can they overcome their obstacles and pasts? You will have to read this to find out! But make sure you read Risky Gamble and Risky Pleasures first!

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the stunning conclusion to The Risky series. Full of heat, heart, and darkness, the intensity reaches new heights as Ally and Colton continue o fight for their love. With a lot of drama, twists, and surprises bombarding them from every direction the road ahead will not be smooth. I'm voluntarily posting an honest review.

[Tai Nelson-Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good ending to this series. Colton and Ally are a good couple. Ally is still a child in some ways. Colton knows he has to finally break her and build her back up.

Things work out for these two, but they have to fight for their love first.

I really enjoyed this book. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy for my honest review.

[J. B · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an incredible way to end this series. What an unexpected ride throughout these books. This book went above and beyond my expectations. I love Colton and Ally. These two had so much chemistry it set my panties and kindle on fire. What an amazing end to this series. The writing and the storyline and the characters just knocked it out of the park. Phenomenal!!Vivian is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine. I look forward to what’s in store next.

I voluntarily read this as an advanced readers copy.

[Nessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The conclusion of this series is no less stunning as the rest of the story. With everything falling apart around them, Colton and Ally manage to overtime so many odds to find their HEA. Vivian still manages to throw some plot twists in the story, to completely round out the story. I really enjoyed this series, and it's quite different from other things she's written before.

Please note that I did receive an ARC of this book, and the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vivian once again delivers an amazing book weaving another story so engrossing I could not put it down. This is the conclusion to this series with Colton and Ally. They have a hot chemistry but it's not all smooth sailing in their relationship. The author takes them on an emotional journey in this intriguing story. I loved reading their story and would recommend reading.

[Bookbytch5 janet Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG Vivian i loved the way Ally and Colton’s story played out, What a intense rollercoaster of emotions from start to finish. There chemistry is even HOTTER book #3 than when we First meet Colton and Ally book #1. I can't say to much more because I'd give spoilers. A must read.I received a an Advance Reader Copy.I highly recommend you read the first two books before you read the final instalment.

[Kelly C · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a great way to end the series of Ally and Colton. I have loved going on this journey with them both. As Ally and Colton fingered out how to beat the obstacles in their way, their love grows stronger. Vivian writes with such a way that makes you not want to put her books down. I recommend this book and series to all. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Gina Burkart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a amazing end to this steamy heart loving series. This series will pull you in from the very beginning to the very end of this series. This is a must read series that will have your emotions on a ride of course.

[LORRIE · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was amazing!!

[April Symes · Rating 4 out of 5]

The conclusion to Ally and Colton’s story is intense, drama-filled, angsty, dirty and dark. They have this hot chemistry but just because their chemistry is all hot doesn’t mean things are set for smooth sailing between them. Ms. Ward takes our main characters on an emotional journey and wraps up their story in one fell swoop. Ally and Colton really seem to love each other and we get to see them struggle to come back from Ally’s role in the article that she wrote to take Colton down. She didn’t mean to, especially since the story fell into the wrong hands. Since that happened, Ally is being blacklisted and punished for her part in the story . Even with the obstcales in their way, the twists and turns, the angst and the drama, Ally and Colton still have that intense chemistry and determination to make their relationship stick. The ups and downs in their relationship didn’t deter me from their love story. I loved how Ms. Ward wrote the end of this series and made sure to keep things steamy and loving. I was sad this was the end yet still kept the intrigue and drama going up until the end. Ally and Colton’s story will stay with you after reading. I couldn’t put the book down until the last word on the last page. I cant wait to see what Ms. Ward comes out with next.


My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
“I received an advanced copy of this book from the author at no cost to me."

[MJM · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third in a trilogy by Vivian Ward and it is well worth reading. but please read them in order as then it all flows smoothly.  Vivian Ward, if she's a new author to you [Where on earth have you been?] is a well known and very popular best selling author in the USA.  I love her writing style which is 'relaxed' but she knows how to draw you into the story of Colton, billionaire, and Ally [journalist] who meet at his sex club where she is looking to get a story that will 'make' her career.  The story includes a great deal of amount of steam heat so be prepared for that. It all is suited to the story and you'll need to switch on your fans/air con to max cool as this is seriously HOT.  Really interesting characters who are well developed, but having said that, they do change over the three books.  I admit that I don't like series to read unless I have them all to read in one go [yes, I read these all individually but have now read them all again in one go and it was so much better] but as I know and like Vivian's stories I was more than happy to be 'patient' and wait between books. My imagination was caught in book one and maintained right to the very end of book 3.  A great series that is well worth reading.  I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Definitely recommended

[Elizabeth Mularski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a complimentary copy of this book with no expectation for leaving a review. This review is being left voluntarily and any and all opinions are my honest thoughts on this book and the authors work. This is the end of a three book series and what a wonderful job this author did wrapping up this trilogy. Very well written and such an engrossing storyline that kept us coming back for more and turning the pages on the edge of our seat. This is the darkest book of the three but it works well with the premise of this story. Writing was cohesive, strong and beautifully written. The characters were so well fleshed out and their descriptions (as well as the scenes) were in depth. Ally and Coltons hard fought for love and chemistry was palpable and electrifying, making this steamy and oh so HOT! This entire series is complex yet so worth it. Super high recommendation to grab this highly intriguing trilogy. 5 plus stars!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Patty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Risky Love
The Risky Series, Book 3
By: Vivian Ward
Narrated by: Rodney Falcon

Risky Love, the third in the Risky series is the culmination of Colton and Ally's story. With the threat of Ally's story being published, Colton is at odds with himself. Should he punish her? Can they stop the story? Together this dynamic couple seeks to stop the publishing of the article. And as a result, they get to show their true colors. Vivian Ward takes us through the final installment with unstoppable passion, some risky positions and both of their dark sides unleashed. The steam factor is high, and when not in the bedroom, we get to enjoy their intelligence as they outsmart their enemies. Hot chemistry, intelligence and wealth, a combination that can't go wrong.

Rodney Falcon concludes the narration of the trilogy with his narration style. He gives Colton that edginess that a wealthy, alpha male has. He is commanding and sexy and flawlessly slips into the voice of Ally. She is no wilting flower, so he gives her the spunk she needs and gives a very entertaining performance.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Risky Love is the conclusion of Colton and Ally's story. It starts where Risky Pleasure ends, so it is a smooth transition. But there is nothing smooth about the situation that Colton and Ally find themselves in. Ally has a story about Colton that Colton does not want published. Both Ally and Colton work together to find a way to stop the story. It is fun to watch these two become great detectives and enlist help of friends to find answers. This story was a true page turner with a few twists. I liked the jump into the future to have closure with these two.

Rodney Falcon once again maintains the character's tones and keeps the story easy to follow from one book to the other. Mr. Falcon brings out the alpha in Colton. He also is able to narrate Ally as I imagined her, full of determination and desire. Mr. Falcon brought the characters to life and enhanced the overall experience of the story. I look forward to listening to more of his narrations.

[Meghann Alford · Rating 5 out of 5]

O. M. G! Vivian Ward finishes the Risky series with this book and boy does she go out with a bang! First, if you haven't read the first two books in this series you need to. Otherwise you gonna feel like you were dropped into act three of a play and have no idea What is going on. Thime conclusion to this story gets dark. You thought you understood Colton's tastes before now, but we finally get a front row seat to them in this book with Ally. And it is steaming, melt your kindle hot! Strap in and enjoy the ride cause this one is gonna get bumpy. LOVED IT! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Hero, Colton = 5/5
Heroine, Ally = 5/5
Chemistry = 5/5
Sex = 5/5
Plot = 5/5
Mystery = 3/5
Action =  2/5
Darkness = 4/5
Humor = 2/5
POV = dual
Would I recommend this book = yes
Would I re-read this book = yes
Would I read future books by this author = yes

[Misty Goan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good well written story. It has interesting characters, a few dastardly villains and dark desires and is full of BDSM. It is part of a series, that does not make you feel incomplete with cliffhanger st end of each story. Colton owns and runs a sex club, his desire is to choke a women till she passes out then have sex with her, but Ally he feels different harming her doesn't feel right. Ally, trying to get a juicy story for her newspaper goes to the sex club to get a job. There is so many twists and turns, the angst, drama, and intrigue with Colton and Allys chemisty that the leaking of the newspaper article may never be able to be recovered from. I love that their are so many likable interesting characters giving great opportunities for spin offs.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Julianne Macneil · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book as part of an arc program. This is the third and final book in the Risky Series. This book picks up with Ally and Colton trying to find a way to keep the article Ally wrote about Colton from being published. Ally has finally accepted she loved Colton and wants to help him. She tries to find dirt on Darcy to blackmail her into turning the article over to them. Colton also looks at other ways to stop it. Also in this book Tyler and Colton come to an agreement about the future of the club. I loved this series. It does have very strong BDSM elements and deals with some dark issues. I love Ally and Colton together and thought they were good for each other. They had amazing chemistry. At first I wasn't sure if I liked Colton, but the more I read about him, the more I grew to like him. Great series.

[Mindy Martinez Borda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had been waiting for the end of this series with such high expectations. And at the beginning it looked like it was going to be everything I hoped for and more. The characters were amazing, their interactions powerful and, oh, so hot.
But then half way through the reading, and especially in the end, the story developments started to feel cut short and rushed. And the amazing scenes that showed the characters intimacy were nothing but secondary and not worthy of details.
It's not that I didn't like the ending. I did. But maybe my expectations were too high, and in the end how the writer decided to solve the characters' conflicts fell a little short.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[M Hurford · Rating 5 out of 5]

A perfect conclusion to this three book series. Colton and Ally share their dark chemistry and as they draw closer to each other and team up against others, they become stronger together and more trusting of each other.
Vivian Ward's storyline remained strong as it was for the first two books. Her characters remained engaging, awful, weird, and wonderful. I loved that we saw changes in Colton that are often reserved for women in this genre. Kudos to Ms. Ward!
I highly recommend you read the first two books before you delve into this final installment. You won't be disappointed and it will only add to your enjoyment and pleasure.
(Note: I was provided an Advanced Review Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)

[Rowena · Rating 5 out of 5]

The conclusion of the series only heats up more!

The conclusion of Ally and Colton’s journey is here and what a read it was! Ally took a gamble to find pleasure and love in the arms of Colton what she finds made her stronger to be able to enter his world. Such a a great series from start to finish and the ending is no different. There’s suspense, drama, and a whole lot of loving that heats up as Ally gives her trust to the mad than makes her want to go on a journey she never realized she wanted to. One click this definite must read from an author that doesn’t disappoint.

[Ginger · Rating 4 out of 5]

So we are at the finale of this 3 part book, and we find the true reason for the authors naming all three with Risky being the first word. They have both put themselves at Risk in saving his reputation, his business, her job and the biggest risk was discovering that they both enjoyed the same Kink. In my analogy of the first two stories I used Colton as a cat in his aggressive pursuit of Allison, her being the mouse, I have to change my name for Allison she is a shrew, but in order for you to understand let Rodney Falcon the narrator explain this story to you.
Book 1, Risky Gamble
Book 2, Risky Pleasure
Book 3, Risky Love
Be ware book 3 has some edge play.

[Trisha c · Rating 5 out of 5]

Colton and Abby are trying to figure out how to get out the mess Abby created. Colton's confused about the proposal his lawyer received by Tyler for buying the club. Abby realizes she loves the dark side of Colton and trusts him completely. She would do anything to make Colton happy and satisfied. This series was erotic, dark, steamy , sexy, very sexy. This is the first series I've listened to by Vivian Ward. I'm looking forward to more! Rodney Falcon narration is swoonworthy., sexy and flawless. I always look forward to any of his narrations. I was gifted this audio book and offered my honest review.

[Vivian Chrisman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ally and Colton's story comes to a close. These two have had learn to navigate thru some rocky patches. Will they arrive at a HEA or will their relationship take a detour thru heartbreak? While I'm not a fan of cliffhangers, I pushed my way thru this series. Glad I did. I really enjoyed taking this trip with Ally and Colton. I plan on waiting a few weeks and then binge reading all three books at once to see if I missed anything the first time.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Adalle · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, I’m a little sad that this series is over. But glad at the same time... I don’t thInk that I could’ve taken any more of this series.

I have to say that the Risky Series is a phenomenally written piece of art. And it provides you with such strong and passionate characters, that makes you feel like your there with them.

You have to read this entire series to know what I’m saying.

I AM A WARD F4L

I voluntarily received an advanced copy of this book and I am happily leaving this review. I received this advanced copy via Booksprout.

[Tarah Didley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an arc for this review


This is the last book in the series and i really enjoyed it. Maybe I was hoping for a little more between Colton and Ally but overall I think it ended well.


I have to say though when Colton sets his mind to something he really sees it through.

Ally has opened up more and has learned that once you open your heart and learn to trust more things will happen the way it should.

Colton and Ally are an amazing sexy couple that between the both of them things will alway blossom between them.