The Ruck & the Reckless Vitals & Victories, Book 1, (Hardcover)

<p><strong><em>One night. No last names. No consequences.</em></strong></p><p></p><p><strong>At least, that's what they thought.</strong></p><p></p><p>When Anastasia Bellows walked away from Graham Callahan after a reckless night in Cape Town, she never imagined she'd see him again. Certainly not as her new boss. Now, as the team doctor for the Toronto Tigers, Ana is determined to protect her career and keep things strictly professional-even if he's still the most infuriating, irresistible man she's ever met.</p><p></p><p>Graham has built an empire by keeping his emotions in check. But the moment he sees Ana again, all bets are off. She's everything he can't have-young, fiery, and off-limits.</p><p></p><p>With the tension thick enough to cut, a scandal rocking the team, and a championship on the line, Graham and Ana are playing a dangerous game.</p><p></p><p>Because in the world of professional rugby, the hardest hits happen off the field.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tropes you'll find inside</strong>: </p><p>Boss-employee romance - Sports romance - Age gap - Forbidden romance - One-night stand fallout - Team owner / team doctor - Spicy, angsty romance</p><p></p><p><strong>Setting: </strong></p><p>Professional rugby league in Toronto - sports arena, training facility, team headquarters</p><p></p><p><strong>What's at stake: </strong></p><p>A championship title, a career-ending scandal, and a secret relationship that could destroy them both</p><p></p><p><strong>Series: </strong></p><p>The Ruck &amp; The Reckless - Book 1 of 4</p><p></p><p>Previously published as Playing the Field. This edition includes newly added content for readers to enjoy.</p>

• The Ruck & the Reckless Vitals & Victories, Book 1, (Hardcover)
• Author: Varus Publishing
• ISBN: 9798295567759
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-01-29
• Page Count: 328