A sexy office romance from USA Today bestselling author Nina Levine.
I’m comfortable with risk. I deal with it every day of my life. Hell, I fucking live for the adrenaline rush it gives me. The challenge. The gamble. The conquest. When Charlize Cohen walks into my life, she proves to be the biggest risk I’ll ever take. I throw all my strategies out the window. I ignore all the alarm bells going off. I lose my damn mind. I’m free-falling. She’s the biggest adrenaline rush of my life, but she might also be the rush that crashes my life to the ground.
This is the same Risk by Nina Levine that appeared in The Vault Volume One boxed set.
This story contains all the panty-melting sexiness and alpha goodness that Nina Levine books are known for.
This is Part One of Risk. Part Two will be out in early 2018.
USA Today Bestselling Author Nina Levine is an Aussie author who writes alphas with a side of dirty and sassy women who don't hand their hearts over easily.
When she isn't creating with words, she loves to create with paint and paper. Often though, she can be found curled up with a good book and some chocolate.
This book is part of the Vault anthology. Owen & Charlize's story is panty melting hot. Their sexual chemistry and funny dialogue will leaving you wanting more. Who knew an accidental meeting in a bathroom (which had me laughing out loud) could lead to an office romance and so much more. Charlize is sassy, unconventional, speaks her mind and is smart as a whip. Owen is intrigued with her from the start. Having never met anyone like her. He's bossy, possessive and willing to play a game of risk. Loved this story and can't wait to read the next part. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book that I received from the author.
Well holy smokes!!! I cannot wait until the full book of this comes out because my one click finger is already waiting to one click it! This book had me full out laughing at the predicament that Charlize finds herself in right from the get go. She's funny and oh so smart. Then I got to meet the oh so yummy Owen. He is so scrumptious!!!! EEP!!! I can't wait to see MORE of him and his story!!!
Charlize isn't afraid to speak her mind and he's smart enough to listen to her even in business. I can't wait to see where their journey takes them!!!
This is an easy breezey super quick read. It is funny and cute with a bit of sexy tied in. This is only part one though so I'm anxious to see where the story takes us next.
Nina brought us a brand new story (The Risk) with new characters, Owen and Charlize. This was a steamy office romance that sucked me in to the story right from the start. Owen was your alpha bossman but he wasn't too much at all and Charlize was quirky and I loved that she was bright and intelligent. They had great chemistry and really steamed up the pages. This was witty, sexy and I know there's drama on the horizon. I'm really excited t
Well the first part of Risk which has been written for The Vault Anthology will literally rip the crotch out of a brides nightie. Nina Levine has totally nailed it with the sexy, hot and alluring owner of North & Co. Owen North, and the quirkie, doesn’t hold back her opinion Charlize Cohen. Two complete opposites but together they will get your heart pumping and your pulse racing. Throw into the mix an overbearing ex-wife and business partner and you got yourself an interesting little cocktail. With quite a few laughs, steamy sexy times and a good storyline, this first part of Risk will have you champing at the bit for more. Fantastic characters and a well developed storyline what more could you ask for. So looking forward to Owen and Charlize’s book in its entirety.
Everything Nina Levine writes is gold. Whether it is bikers, rockstars or financial analysts, she just has a way with her words that ensures her readers are frequently panting and constantly fanning themselves.
RISK has given her readers a taste of what is to come from her two newest characters, Charlize Cohen and Owen North. The minute these two meet, you just know that something special is in the makng. Bathrooms will now take on a whole new meaning. Charlize is an incredibly smart, sassy and sexy woman ( but what ever you do, don't get her to work off a budget) and Owen is delectably hot and definitely "all male".
With lines such as:
“I’ve undressed you five times over. Just like every man here tonight has. When you’re mine, we’re going to have to negotiate the dresses you wear.”
and
"That would make life very boring, and I'm not about the boring life, so if you want to f#@k me, you're just going to have to get on board with my clothes."
you know exactly what Nina has in store for her readers.
A short, funny, sweet and increibly sexy story. Just one of the stories to be found in the new The Vault: A Sinfully Sexy Collection . All I can say is thank goodness Nina is going to write more of Charlize and Owen - and that just simply cannot come soon enough for me.
This book is part of the Vault anthology. Risk is a cute office romance novella. The continuance of this story will be published early next yr. I really don't consider the way it ended to be a cliffhanger for me but it may be for some people. This book is a bit different from the stories Nina normally writes about but it's still just as good as all her other books. This one was entertaining and you will find yourself laughing over certain parts. I recommend you grab the whole anthology when you can as I'm sure the other stories will be just as good. There was some nice steam going on between Charlize and Owen even though the ex-wife is trying to stop it from occurring. Will she succeed? It was nice reading about characters that are well developed with great personalities. I really enjoyed this story and can't wait till next yr to read more about them.
I received an Arc in exchange for an honest review
Gosh this is just a teaser and what a teaser it is. Hot, steamy and sexy Owen is hard to resist in the office and out. Charlize is unique, feisty, independent and has a style that is just for herself. the sparks between these two are of the firework kind not the argumentative. I honestly cant wait for the full story, it might be a bit different from Nina's other books but it has all the elements I love about her books. I was into it from the first page and sat open mouthed when it ended, not sure when the full story comes out but I want it now. Short but still so worth reading and if this is a sample of the books in The Vault then it will be a hot read.
Oh my gosh, is part 2 out yet? I have a total girl crush on Charlize and holy hotness that Owen is also crush worthy.
This was a quick read that I just did not want to end. The characters were developed quickly. The plot flows perfectly and the pages just turned themselves because I wanted more!!!
I'll just be over here stalking Nina Levine's page waiting for Owen's perfect coffee secrets :)
SO HOT! Nina Levine is amazing, as always. We get a small taste of Owen and Charlize in The Vault Anthology with Risk. The chemistry between these two is off the charts hot! The storyline is incredible. It's as funny as it is sexy. I can't wait to read more.
Risk is part of the Vault collection of stories by various authors. It is also part one of the story so I can't wait for the rest of the story to see what happens between Charlize and Owen. This story got my attention from the very start because of the hilarious situation that Charlize Cohen was in at her cousin's wedding. Charlize met Owen North in the woman's bathroom since that's where Charlize was trying to fix her situation and Owen heard a scream so he came in to the bathroom to make sure things were ok! And things from there were funny and hot!
Charlize comes from a very well off family but she is broke and trying to find an income. She seems to not be able to hold a job but she is very smart as a financial analyst with other people's money! When it comes to her own finances, she can't adhere to a budget so she is in a jam!
Owen North owns his own financial firm (along with his ex-wife). He is a workacholic trying to run his firm and fix all his ex-wife's mistakes that she has been making with their firm. His ex is also a real piece of work and keeps threatening him to about the firm to keep him from getting rid of her!
Charlize and Owen were attracted to each other when they first met for they didn't get a chance to get to know each other since they were at Charlize's cousin's wedding and her cousin drags Charlize off to help fix her investments.
Charlize goes to interview for a investment/financial analyst position with Owen's firm not knowing he was the owner. Her disagreement with the head of HR causes a disturbance that Owen had to go handle. Owen is surprise to see Charlize but handles the situation and after finding out some of Charlize's professional background he hires her for the job.
However, their attraction to each other is very strong and they eventually cross the line between employer/employee relations! Charlize's feistiness is so fun to read about and Owen's strong attraction to her intelligence and beauty is refreshing to read!
I can't wait to see what happens between Charlize and Owen and how they will deal with their attraction and their professional lives!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
Risk is part of a series call The Vault--A Sinfully Sexy Collection.
Owen is comfortable with risk. He deals with it ever day of his life. He is in love with the adrenaline rush it gives him. The challenge. The gamble. The conquest. When Charlize Cohen walks into his life she proves to be the biggest risk that Owen will ever take. He trows all his strategies out the window. Ignores the alarm bells going off. He loses his mind. She is the biggest adrenaline rush of his life, but she might also be the rush that crashes my life to the ground.
Before you read this book just know that this is the beginning of Own and Charlize's story. Nina Levine will be publishing their full story early next year. I have read almost everything that Nina Levine has written and I will tell you that Risk is a little different. It is a little different in a good way too. I think I am use to her bad butt bikers and such but Owen is a doll. I really liked him and I loved him with Charlize. Charlize is really good with the stock market and Owen runs a company he created and ran with is exwife. I will tell you that Chalize is trying to get her life together and needs a job. I love that scene and you will too but I can't spoil it here. This is an office romance that comes with a side of ex wife crazy and a mom to Charlie that is not someone I think I would like having around. I loved every second of this novella. These two I can tell are going to have quiet the story to tell and I can't wait till we all get the full story.
Holy Mother of hotness! I'm a huge Nina Levine fan and this is totally different than what she normally write but no less incredible! She completely hit the ball way way outta the park! She always brings the scorching heat and always knows how to hook her readers in and keep them begging for more. Risk : Part 1 is sure do leave your lady bits sopping wet and make you wanna jump on your man and go crazy. It's the hottest office/boss romance ever it totally gets you immediately with the hilarious Charlize. That poor girl reminds me of me. But oh is she funny and she's not afraid to speak her mind. She's definitely my kind of girl. Yup I seriously think I've just met my new bestie! And Owen oh man swoon isn't even the best way to describe him. More like jaw meet floor while my tongue rolls out like a red carpet on the floor for him and what's that glorious tingling between my thighs? Oh and it's not gonna just drip for him no no no it's gonna come hard at you like a tsunami of pleasure flooding everything in its path! I need a industrial fan after reading this and a shower because that was the most deliciously dirty, sensually pleasing experience and fun I've had reading a book in a long time. Move over Mr. Christian Grey because Mr. Owen North will see you now!! My god part 2 isn't gonna come fast enough for me! I'm hooked now and I'll never be the same!! Read it, Live it, Love it!
The best thing about Nina Levine is that she can literally write anything and it is an amazing read. She is one of the very few authors that I will buy her book as soon as it releases, no matter what. This book was no exception! It's part of an anthology so it was a shorter read. (She notes that the entire book will be released next year.) This is an office romance but it is not your typical romance. The chemistry between Owen and Charlize is perfect from the beginning. I like that they meet before they start working together, in a rather unconventional way. Charlize is sassy and quirky. Owen knows he wants her but he also appreciates her brilliance. (He's charming too!) They fit together so well. It ends on a cliffhanger (sort of) but it just basically leaves you wanting the whole story. Nina has an amazing ability to write characters you can just fall in love with. She also writes strong female characters, which is my favorite. They may have some quirks but they are badass. Her men are hot, mostly alpha, and you can't help but swoon over. I can't wait for their full story - I know its going to be sexy, fun, and maybe filled with a little drama too.
A Seductive Fun to Read Novella Risk grabs you right from the start. I was only in the first few pages and what poor Charlize was going through had me dying laughing. It was something I could see happening to me. Charlize is feisty and just so real. Owen is charming rich and "I'm never wearing clothes again" HOT. When Charlize and Owen meet they are so cute together but the sexual desire between these two is intense and passionate. They start off as strangers to some what friends then to Boss and Associate to finally LOVERS with some obstacles headed their way. Nina Levine informs us that Risk ends on a cliffhanger but it is a subtle cliffhanger where we just want more of the story. Risk may be a novella, but to me it is just one big TEASER of what's to come for Owen and Charlize. You can tell that it is going to be an explosive scorching page turner full of drama and sexiness, one I can't wait for
Risk is a "Sinfully Sexy" novella that that is part of the series: The Vault
Nina Levine has just given us a taste of Risk. We meet Charlize Cohen & Owen North in this Anthology Of The Vault. A small peak into what is going to be one amazing story. Charlize maybe a woman but she can put any man to shame when in it comes to the stock market. With an eye for Fantastic investments she not only catches the eye of Owen North with her knowledge she also catches his eye in being the woman he wants to spend all his time with. Owen North is a man who owns North & Co. An very successful investment firm but his only drawback is that he works side by side with his ex wife and there will be trouble brewing when it comes to her. Owen can’t help the attraction he feels towards Charlize but you will see how explosive the connection is. If this is just the beginning of their story I can’t wait to see where the rest of it goes.
I read Risk as part of The Vault anthology and it was fantastic!
A different kind of story for Nina Levine (who I adore btw), this is a fun and flirty story about Charlize and Owen. Meeting at the most inopportune time while Charlize's dress comes undone at her bestie's wedding, these two have a heat almost immediately. They are soon employer and employee with Charlize tempting the boss almost every minute of the day. They are fire and more fire when together and it's enough to make my ereader melt! Although they have a ton to contend with, including a nasty ex-wife who happens to be Owen's business partner, I'll be very curious to see how it all turns out. Charlize is very no-nonsense which I love to read and Owen has certainly met his match. With smoking hot sex, this one is a keeper. 5 solid stars!
This book is part of the series: The Vault -- A Sinfully Sexy Collection
I’m comfortable with risk. I deal with it every day of my life. Hell, I fucking live for the adrenaline rush it gives me. The challenge. The gamble. The conquest. When Charlize Cohen walks into my life, she proves to be the biggest risk I’ll ever take. I throw all my strategies out the window. I ignore all the alarm bells going off. I lose my damn mind. I’m free-falling. She’s the biggest adrenaline rush of my life, but she might also be the rush that crashes my life to the ground. This was my first read of Nina's and I LOVED IT!!! Beautifully written, and the chemistry between Owen & Charlize was off the charts HOT!!! Can't wait to read to more!
Charlize is at her cousins wedding. She's suffering with the dress she was forced to wear, and the bra that she wore. She's in the restroom trying to fix them and of course, nothing goes right and she screams out her frustration. As she screams, the door opens and in walks the most gorgeous man she's ever seen, asking if she's okay. I loved the way she described him!! It was also hilarious while she's having her meltdown, he's being a typical hot "very cool" male.
This story was not only HOT, but the humor was off the charts! Loved Owen and Charlize's bantering, it was a great part of this story! But, ugh it ends in a cliffhanger! I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the story in January!
This story is a short story that is a part of the vault anthology series. This story is short, fast paced and enjoyable. I read this book in one sitting and wasn’t once bored. This book is also the first book of Nina Levine’s that I have read. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the story enjoyable. I really liked Charlize and Owen. The chemistry between them is undeniable. I liked them together and truly wanted them to become a couple. The sexual tension between them is through the roof. I really disliked Jill and Charlize’s mother. I wanted to lock them both in a cupboard. The storyline for this book is easy to follow and an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for the full story of Charlize and Owen.
I laughed with this one. Charlize is like a breath of fresh air…smart, sassy, and definitely not one to underestimate. Owen meets her in the ladies room when he hears her screaming and comes to find her in a hilarious situation. That is what happens every time they see each other, she’s in the middle of some kind of incident and that made for quite the funny moments.
Their chemistry is strong, but when he offers her a job, things seem to be slated for trouble. Owen is hot, the story is fast-paced, but the characters are well developed and I can’t wait to see where their story takes us.
RISK is a story that's part of THE VAULT collection, it's an office romance and a rom-com but also be aware that it's only the first part, it ends on a cliffhanger and the rest won't be released until early next year. I've read a few books from Ms. Levine's MC series but who knew she had such a fantastic sense of humor?!?! Charlize and Owen's light hearted story caught my attention from page one. It read super fast and I'm pretty sure I laughed out loud through most of it! But of course, this is Nina Levine writing so it's still a very racy and sexy story. I can't wait to finish this one! Told from dual POVs with a cliffhanger. I received, read and voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Nina's writing is amazing and I love how her characters come to life in her books. Although this was only a short portion of Charlize and Owens story I couldn't help falling in love with them. Charlize has absolutely no filter and I love that about her. She is strong and fierce and I can't wait to see what gets thrown at her next. She will overcome the worst odds and still be a bad ass. Owen is blown away by Charlize and he also seems like a strong character who isn't afraid to go after what he wants. I feel like he is used to getting his way but he may have just met his match in the ladies room of all places. This is a must read and I can't wait to see where the story goes next.
This story has all the set-up for the bang/plot twist/etc to happen in the second part. I hope the author gooses to finish this series.
Charlize & Owen are definitely in danger of burning up with all the chemistry and tension going on. They are both somewhat successful, but their personal lives are also in chaos. Each has to get ahold of that in order to move forward. And while Charlize is getting there, it’s gonna be a bit more complicated for Owen. And there lies his drawback in this short novel...he’s making me crazy because he won’t just handle the business that needs handling and go!
This story is really all about risks. When Owen hears a woman sound like she is dying he walks in the ladies room to see a very frustrated Charlize with a broken shoe and a torn dress but she is beautiful. He lends her his coat but can't stop thinking about her until he has to settle a dispute in personal to see she is half of it. Owen owns the company with his ex wife Jill but he hires Charlize for her brain but he can't stop thinking about her body but he is warned by Jill to leave the help alone. Owen and Charlize know they are taking risks but they don't know if they can stop
I fell in love with Owen the man was persistent, “Charlize, your car is in the driveway, so I’m guessing you’re home,” Owen calls out. “I really want to speak with you.” Owen is just so possessive, “you couldn’t see the warning in my eyes as I watched you walk towards me?”His voice is so darn growly and sexy. “I’ve undressed you five times over. Just like every man here tonight has. When you’re mine, we’re going to have to negotiate the dresses you wear.” This was a little tease taste and I can't wait to get the full story.
Well, probably the hottest sexiest short story I've read in a long time. Charlize and Owen. The moment they meet the sexual attraction is off the charts. But boss and employee never works out, right? Well, these two could just prove you wrong. This story will have you intrigued from the start. You wasn't be able to put it down. Charlize is feisty as they come. Owen, well, two words.....sexy and hot. The two of them together....boom. I can't wait to read more. Literally. I can't wait for more. A brilliant sexy hot steamy 5 star read......
r I was given an ARC of Risk by Nina Levine, a story in The Vault: A Sinfully Sexy Collection Volume 1 for my honest opinion.
This was a funny, sexy, brilliant story about Charlize and Owen. Charlie is a smart woman with stocks but can't save herself with her personal budget. Owen is a sexy dressed-for-success owner of a Stock Advising Company. I loved the witty banter among the characters. Nina writes the scenes with such sharpness, inventiveness and comedy I just bursted out laughing. Even the hot scenes are funny
*** I am voluntarily reviewing an Advanced Reader Copy of this book*** I am not a fan of cliffhangers, but I am a huge fan of Nina Levine's, and I am ready to take this Risk!! Owen and Charlize's story is well written, they are interesting, compelling characters you want to get to know better. Their chemistry is undeniable from the moment they meet. Charlize might be my favorite quirky character.....ever!! I love the storyline, the book moves quickly, and the dialogue is fun. And if I have to wait too long for the next part of this story, I may explode!! Please, oh please, Nina??!!