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Rules can change. Will Ryker, bad boy biker, go against the rules that he lives by? Or will all that’s precious go up in smoke?


Cleo has been shouldering heavy burdens – from the guilt and loss ex-lover, Damian, to supporting her baby left behind without a father. After getting a bartending job, the promise of a new change spills as it doesn’t take long for hard questions to come knocking. She always trusts her instincts, especially when she is living for two.

Ryker spies an opportunity as he steps in to defend Cleo from Trent, who holds her accountable for Damian’s murder. The two men Cleo had to depend on were out of the picture, but Ryker must face the challenge of changing up his rough-and-ragged lifestyle and step up to the plate when Cleo is at her most vulnerable.

Cleo is being pulled in so many directions; her heart is tearing at the seams. Ryker is somehow always in her sight, his every touch hot enough to brand her skin, her senses swimming with desire for him. However, both Cleo and Ryker are keeping their own secrets from each other. Trouble and danger brew as it threatens to snap this thin line of desire between them.


This is a steamy motorcycle club romance with a HEA and can be read alone.


172 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2019

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Nikki Riker

27 books47 followers
Nikki Riker writes steamy paranormal romances. Her stories blend biker vampires, elemental magic, and small-town gothic atmospheres with alpha protectors, fated mates, and fiercely independent heroines who fight for their happily-ever-afters.

When she's not crafting tales of forbidden love and bite tension, Nikki can be found at her New England home, watching the waves roll in while her quirky dog naps at her feet and her mischievous cat plots world domination.

You can stay up to date with Nikki at her website: http://NikkiRiker.com

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11.7k reviews49 followers
February 6, 2020
He has loved her and now he sees a chance to have her finally

Ryker is the second book in the Sleepless Spades MC series and I liked this fast-paced and interesting story. It is about Ryker and Cloe but so much more. He has been in love with Chloe for a long time but she was with another MC member, Damian, and she is pregnant by him. But he is killed, good riddance I say as he was abusive to her. So his death opens the way for Ryker but Cloe is in danger now as she is being blamed for Damian's death his father, Trent. Ryker is going to have to step in to protect Cloe and her son. Cloe is going to have to trust Ryker which she finds hard but at the same time she is drawn to him as she recognizes that underneath his rough and tumble exterior he is willing to step up for her. Someone is going to have to deal with Trent before he gets his improperly placed revenge on Cloe.

This story has a lot of action, drama, suspense but also romance and emotion. Underneath everything Ryker really cares for Cloe and wants her, even though she has Damian's child. He wants them both and is willing to make it happen along with getting her to believe in him.

I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
2,200 reviews
November 19, 2019
This is book two in the Sleepless Shades MC series. I have read book one, Cruz and could not wait to read further into this series. Meet Ryker and Cleo in their great story, can they find their HEA? Cleo is guilty and grieving as she has lost her lover and the father of her baby, Damian. She is gets herself a bar tending job in the hopes of making a life for her and her baby as that is all that matters in the world to Cleo. Ryker steps in to 'rescue' Cleo one night and finds himself not being able to walk away. Does fate step in to help smooth out the rough edges that they characters have in order for them to give one another a chance? This book follows the first in that it is packed full in its 140 pages , will everything to make it a great read. I cannot wait to read more of this series. Enjoy!

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7,813 reviews65 followers
November 23, 2019
This is a great read with an awesome storyline that has well developed and engaging characters that have lots of chemistry. The smooth flow of the storyline makes for a good reading time.

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7,458 reviews76 followers
December 25, 2019
When you are in the moment, it's hard to see what is right before your eyes. When you have the time to step back your world can open up.

Cleo was involved with a dangerous member of the Sleepless Spades MC. When he was killed, his father and the leader was determined to find out who was responsible and he blamed Cleo.

Ryker has been in love with Cleo since the first time he met her, but she never saw him that way. After everything that happened all he wanted to do was protect her even if it ment running across club lines.

The story continues the power struggle within the club between the leaders and their believes. You will keeps turning the pages as you go on the journey of Cleo and Ryker to end the conflict but may only start another.

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583 reviews8 followers
February 6, 2020
Ryker has been in love with Cleo for years.Hes give anything to make her his.Cleo stays away from Ryker because she already got hurt by loving Cruz when Cruz was in love with Holly.She thinks Ryker is in love with someone else so all she can do is try to give everything she can to her baby boy when hes born.Her ex promised her everything and was an abusive ass,.There is danger,suspense,romance and love.There are so many twists and turns to this story will keep you riveted until the very last page and leave you begging for more.I love the way this amazing author brings the characters to life before your eyes and makes you feel their emotions and their pain.I can hardly wait to see whats next by this multi talented author.

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6,552 reviews27 followers
November 21, 2019
This is the second book in this MC romance and is Ryker story We met Cleo when she was interested on Cruz but he married the woman of his dreams Now Cleo is pregnant to Damian abusive man who has been made to conveniently disappear and she is trying to start her life over with work as a bartender. When Trent comes calling blaming her for Damian's death she is put in danger. Ryker a member of the Sleepless Spades has had a crush on Cleo from the word go now he sees his opportunity and he steps up to protect her and her unborn child Can these footloose and free biker become the man she needs to keep her safe You will have to read to see
4,667 reviews9 followers
February 6, 2020
Ryker is the second well-written book in a new Sleepless Spades MC series by Nikki Riker. This is an action packed suspense filled romance story. This book is an emotional ride to healing and love. He has been in love with her for years and he will give anything to make her his. She will try to keep her distance from him because she thinks he's in love with someone else. These characters are well-crafted with all the flaws as the rest of us and will grow throughout the book. A good read, and I have to go back and read book 1 and her other series as this the first book I have read of this Author.

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7,160 reviews33 followers
November 16, 2019
A steamy hot friends to lover romance. It will keep you glued to see if Ryker and Chloe get their happy ending. Chloe has had a rough start and she is alone and pregnant. Ryker has loved Chloe from a far and will do anything to protect her. Will these two get past all of the secrets and be together. If start slow and grows and grows. The story will keep you interested, the characters have amazing chemistry. A must read.

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6,577 reviews35 followers
November 26, 2019
An absolutely fantastic second book in the Sleepless Spades MC series! The story-line is well written, emotionally deep, action-packed, and well thought-out with suspense, drama, and intrigue. The characters Ryker and Cleo are strong and likeable with amazing chemistry. This story grabs your attention from the start and keeps it until the end … you will find yourself completely engrossed in the interesting plot. A riveting read and I look forward to the next book. Definitely recommended!

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9,376 reviews140 followers
November 15, 2019
Another great book to the Sleepless Spade MC series. The author once again brings strong characters in Ryker and Cleo and weaves an intriguing story filled with drama and danger as well as all the obstacles along the way. It's well written,moves quickly and smoothly and I enjoyed reading. I would recommend this book/series.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
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Author 57 books265 followers
November 14, 2019
Ryker and Cleo. Baby daddy dead, she isn't telling who did it either which is leading to her being killed. Ryker has loved Cleo for a long time and will protect her no matter what. It took me a while to get into this one but once in it was a case of keep reading until the end. Highly recommend you read.
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3,264 reviews10 followers
November 16, 2019
Ryker is the second book in the Spade MC. Ryker is second in command of The Spades and has been in love with Cloe since he met her. She is un danger from her former fiancee's father who is also co president of The Spades. Can Ryker protect Cloe and win her heart? This is a short fast read with lots of action and a HEA.
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901 reviews
November 18, 2019
Next instalment in MC.
Ryker had been in love with Cleo forever. But Cleo first fall in love with Damien, and then with his President. But both of them are now gone are unavailable.
So he can havve his shot. He just has to convice Cleo, that she is meant to be wiht him.
And They have to survive war.

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1,674 reviews9 followers
November 19, 2019
Ryker by Nikki Riker. A dark MC romance full of action and suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat while the author’s storytelling and attention to detail kept me vested in characters and outcome of story. It’s raw, it’s gritty, it’s full of drama, strong characters, and intense steamy scenes. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
6,148 reviews17 followers
November 26, 2019
This is a good addition to the "Sleepless Spades MC" series. It's a fairly quick read that is gets going pretty quick and doesn't let up. Cleo and Ryker are great together but definitely don't succumb easy. I enjoyed this fairly fast paced story with action, suspense, danger and a wide range of emotions. I really enjoyed every bit of it.
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443 reviews8 followers
November 14, 2019
This steamy friends to lovers romance had me curling my toes, sister! It was a slow burn but, man, did it burn bright! On top of the smut, this story brought us lots of suspense and action.

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4,568 reviews19 followers
November 20, 2019
I loved this book, because it's been a while since I've read about the heroine being the one who was broken. I mean she lost her lover and the father of her baby. A good story.

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16.4k reviews217 followers
February 5, 2020
This a wellwritten and fastpaced story that captivated me from the start. The storyline is entertaining and actionpacked. The characters are wonderful. Can not wait for the next book in this series.

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897 reviews58 followers
March 13, 2021
I loved the storyline of this book. But the h , was absolutely annoying.
The only reason I'm giving this book 1.5 stars is because of the H.
I just didn't think that the h, appreciated the H enough to have him in her life.
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24.2k reviews19 followers
January 17, 2020
I enjoyed Cleo & Ryker's story. Good characters. This was an intriguing book I didn't want to put down. Loved it. I received an ARC copy of the book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
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3,411 reviews1 follower
February 5, 2020
Fast, fun, and sexy story!
A captivating, interesting and oh-so-satisfying read.

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130 reviews
May 20, 2020
Ryker

When I saw 3.5 stars I thought oh won't be as good as the first one. Wrong it's really good and a good thread all the way through action sex the lot well worth 5
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🎁 Part of Sleepless Spades MC Boxset (Sleepless Spades MC #1-4) which is FREE on Amazon today (9/26/2022)! 🎁
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January 7, 2026
Wonderful

I really loved this book_ the twists and turns were exactly right and engaging. I would definitely recommend the book for others to read you won't be disappointed.
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