Risk [Paperback]

Ann Christopher (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2007

A Spark Of Desire...

Fine and fearless, Justus Robinson doesn't hesitate to hit on gorgeous law student Angela Dennis at his brother's wedding even though she's the bride's sister. That night the two share an unforgettably sexy dance, but nothing more--until ten years later when a tragedy reunites them...

...A Test Of Love

Angela has barely healed from a breakup when her sister and brother-in-law are killed in an accident. Sharing their grief, Justus and Angela discover they are still attracted to one another. But when they find themselves competing to adopt their orphaned young niece, their rekindled passion is sorely tested. Justus is determined to raise the child even if it means alienating the woman he's never stopped wanting. Reeling from loss and tormented by her desire for Justus, Angela makes a drastic move--one that will change the lives of everyone involved...

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Ann Christopher worked as an attorney for six years before retiring in order to stay home and raise her children. She lives in Ohio with her family and is working on her next book.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Dafina (February 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0758214340
• ISBN-13: 978-0758214348
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,025,035 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

In my previous life, I was a lawyer specializing in family law, especially divorces. Now I have a much happier job--writing about the beginnings of love affairs rather than helping end them. I live in Ohio with my family and two oversized cats. I love to hear from readers.

Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Always Take a Risk for Family..., July 7, 2007

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M. Bruner ""Deltareviewer" Real Page ... (Oklahoma!) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Risk (Paperback)

Justus Robinson lives in Vincent's shadow. Since his mother's death, Justus has felt like a lost child with a father that hates him. It wasn't until the wedding of Vincent and Carolyn that Justus sees the light at the end of the tunnel. He realizes that Carolyn's sister, Angela, is the one. The only issue is his age; Justus is seventeen and just completed high school while Angela is starting work at one of the finest law firms in town.

Angela felt she had to dance with Justus, they were the maid of honor and best man respectively. During the dance, she felt it. The intense feeling of desire with the most deeply sense of love she has ever experienced. Angela denied the feeling and quickly made a get-away when his date interrupted them. She vowed they would never dance like that again because her attraction to him was way too strong. Even though they were now related by marriage, she made a conscious effort to avoid family events that she knew he would be in attendance.

Ten years later, Angela was on a downward spiral. Ron, her lover of the last 3 years publicly broke up with her and days later her remaining family, Carolyn and Vincent, were killed a terrible car accident. Angela was left holding the hand of her niece, Maya, to whom she considered a stranger. Justus would step in right on time to assist in Maya's lost of her parents. Only this time, Angela and Justus want to have their cake and eat it to. Will they be able to work out custody of Maya and still remain friends?

Christopher takes readers on a poignant journey of strong family ties and undeniable love. Even though the storyline reaches a lull near the middle sparks fly at the end. The characters have issues that we have all seen in our own family members. You know the family that you want to cuss out and hug years later. RISK is an emotional read that readers will fervently discuss with their friends.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!!, March 28, 2007

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T. Brown-Gary "TNBG" (Radcliff, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Risk (Paperback)

I Loved this book!!! The characters were believable, the storyline was believable... I read this book in one day. I couldn't put it down. I love the honest emotions that were portrayed in Justus and Angela's relationship and also his relationship with his father. I have read both of her other novels and I enjoyed those also. Ann Christopher is a great writer!! She one of my top favorites. I cannot wait on her next book!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Taking a Chance, March 20, 2007

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The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Risk (Paperback)

Angela Dennis, suffering from a bout of loneliness during her sister's wedding, tried to stay as far away from her newly acquired, underaged brother-in-law, Justus Robinson, as possible. However, Justus wasn't having it and convinces her to dance with him. While in his arms, Angela soon discovers that underneath Justus' youthful exterior is a full-blooded man in every sense of the word.

Ten years later, their paths cross again as they try to cope with the untimely deaths of her sister and his brother. Now they must decide who will take care of their niece. Although dire circumstances have brought them back together, Justus takes advantage of the situation and vows not to make the same mistake twice. Since the wedding, Angela has secretly harbored her attraction to Justus. Now since they are constantly near each other, she's having a hard time keeping her feelings at bay.

Ann Christopher has written a wonderful novel. The primary and secondary characters are memorable, and the plot and storyline well thought out. The romance encased in the pages of this novel will resonate in the reader's mind long after the story ends. RISK, Christopher's second novel, is a testament that she is well on her way of becoming a very talented author.

Reviewed by Pamela Bolden
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers