Reckless Hope

By: Nyssa Kathryn

Narrated by: Avery Caris, Jason Clarke

Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins

Publisher's summary

Every man she’s ever known has hurt her…until him.

Life hasn’t been kind to Harper Rain. In fact, so far, it’s only proven the one person she can rely on is herself. But when all her efforts to escape her family fail, she takes the last desperate option—run.

With little more than a few dollars to her name, she ends up in the small town of Misty Peak. The first person she meets is a tall mountain of a man…whose kindness is only outshone by his captivating smile.

As a former Delta Forces soldier, the urge to protect others is in Cody Walker’s genes. So when a woman walks into his bar in the middle of a storm—with only a backpack and a black eye—ignoring her isn’t an option.

Trust doesn’t come easy to Harper, so Cody starts by giving her a job. The more he gets to know the enigmatic woman, the more he’s convinced that slowly working his way behind her shields is well worth the effort.

Unfortunately for them both, time is a luxury they can’t afford. Harper's pursuer is catching up, and if they can’t have her, no one can…least of all Cody.

Reckless Hope is a small-town, stand-alone romantic suspense in the Reckless series by bestselling author Nyssa Kathryn.

©2024 Nyssa Kathryn (P)2024 Blue Nose Publishing

Great Beginning to a great series!!!!

First book in the series is about Cody and Harper. This book had a great feeling revolving around a small town, with close knit family of brothers. I loved how the author was able to incorporate all of the brother's stories and keep you on the edge of your seat. Also, the narration is on point and done differently, both narrators interact with each other's characters and it works quite well.

Great story!

I was hooked from the beginning The whole book is written in the third person, which took a bit of getting used to. I didn't see the twists coming. I can't wait for the next in the series.

Good listen, narrators are good too

I swear this girl should win an award for most kidnappings/bad guy interactions. Like why advertise they're all super buff protectors when they can't secure.. literally anything. He loves to tell her she's his, she's safe bleh bleh bleh but the man can't do any of that lol Maybe I'm used to mafia guys that ACTUALLY secure places with cameras and competency.

The story was good overall, he does all the right things (aside from keeping someone obviously targeted safe) The nickname 30 seconds after meeting was cheesy and cringe every time it was used.

If a book doesn't frustrate you somewhere it's not doing its job. As much sass as I have toward this book, it feeds the damsel in distress category. Sappy sweet HEA

Great start to this series!

Reckless Hope is book #1 in the new Reckless series. Nyssa Kathryn knows exactly how to tug on your heartstrings, make you laugh with the family banter, binge to the end to find out who did it,then steam up the sheets with the spice! Harper Rain is running from her sh!tshow of a life and lands at Cody Walker's bar...with a black eye. At first sight, he's pronounced himself her protector and is doing all he can to show her not every man is out to hurt her. But Cody's past comes back to threaten them and Harper's past is hot on her heels. Cody has a bunch of single brothers and a sister, so I KNOW we're in for some great stories! Don't miss out on the start of this fabulous family!!

The narration was a shining point for sure. Jason Clarke and Avery Caris (enough said??) brought the big guns for this one. Growly, broody Cody and Harper were voice to perfection by this duo. 5 binge-worthy stars!!

A great start to a new series

The narrators were perfection. I truly feel that Jason Clarke can do no wrong haha. Avery Caris is amazing. I love her voice. Having both Jason and Avery in this story was the best combo!

• Thoughts:
Nyssa! Nyssa, Nyssa, Nyssa. She did it again, another great start to what I know will be a great series. We met Cody in Liam's story. So we know Cody and His brothers have a protective streak that is a mile long. Cody does not disappoint he is fierce and protective of Harper. He does not question his attraction to her either. It was instant and I love it. We get some twists and turns in this story. And just like many if Nyssa 's books. I had this book read in a few days. I always end her books feeling happy and good. So excited for the rest of this series in Mystic Peak.

Where has Nyssa been my whole life?

This is the first book I've read by Nyssa Katherine. And she blew me away.
Reckless Hope tells the story of Cody, the overprotective, swoony, fmr military bar owner in a small town where everyone knows everyone, and Harper, the sweet yet strong FMC with a troubled past that follows her even after she ran away.
I love the small town vibe that Nyssa created. While there are always busy bodies that are in everyone's business, there are also those who welcome people in as their found family.
We are taken on a beautiful journey of the love that Cody and Harper find in each other. There is suspense, there is sweetness, swoony moments and super spicy spice.
Narrators Jason Clark and Avery Caris were perfection as Cody and Harper. While I'm already a huge fan of their respective work, they blew my away with this book. Jason had me clutching my heart with how sweet he portrayed Cody and the range of emotions he brought to the role.
Avery pulled at my heartstrings in every scene Harper experienced heartbreak. Both actors gave absolutely incredible performances.
The epilogue hinted at the characters to be featured in book two and I. Cannot. Wait.
While this was my first Nyssa Katherine book, it is most definitely not the last.

Beautiful HEA!

Absolutely so well written and performed!! I Loved this book! This book has definitely landed on my Favorites list ! Nyssa is a new to me author and I'm adding all her books to my TBL .

Jason and Avery gave outstanding performances bringing Cody and Harper to life! This book will pull on your heart strings as you listen to their story and hope for the best for these two characters. ❤️

Wonderful Story & Narration🎧Gripping & Emotional!

Nyssa Kathryn pens another amazing novel, a small-town romantic suspense that not only captivates your attention the entire time, but tugs at your heartstrings too. It is an original story with multiple layers and complex characters, and the suspenseful elements are intriguing. Harper Rain was not born into the best of families with a father is in prison for assaulting her, a mother who has checked out into many bottles of alcohol and a brother that is a complete loser. She started working when she was a teenager and has been saving up to pursue her goals and dreams, which were all taken away when her mother emptied her bank account. All fed up, Harper fled, taking her car and the bare minimum, leaving everything else behind. Driving for too long, she stops at a small town called Misty Peak. It was late in the evening and the only business open was the bar, Cody Walker’s bar. Cody, former Delta Forces, recognizes that Harper is in some sort of trouble, and being protective in nature, he is careful to not scare her away. He connects her with a friend who has rental cabins, so she has a place to stay. After she left he was not sure he would see her again, but fate had other plans. Changing her mind about putting more distance between her and her family, she stays in Misty Peak, and asks about the job offering in the bar, and despite her lack of experience, he hires her and Harper winds up fitting right in with the locals. Then her past comes back to haunt her, and there has been trouble brewing in Misty Peak before she arrived, trouble that is escalating. I loved how everything played out in this book, and watching Cody and Harper’s budding relationship grow and trying to figure out who was behind everything going on in Misty Peak and the threats made against Harper. The writing, plot and world building are fantastic, as are the character growth and development. The story has the perfect balance of drama, angst, mystery, thrilling suspense, heartfelt emotions and steamy romance. Nyssa Kathryn, thank you for another fabulous story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 Avery Caris and Jason Clarke were the perfect cast to bring these characters to life, understood who they were portraying, giving each a voice that was fitting. I loved how they took each role and made it their own, sounding believable and just as I imagined the characters would sound, Clarke as the swoon worthy Cody and Caris nailed it as Caris, both grasping every side of their character’s personality. They set the perfect tone for the story, captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling them all. These two are entertaining storytellers and their performance elevates this already fabulous story to another level. Thank you for another fantastic listen. 

Cody & Harper!

As soon as I heard about this, I could not wait for the chance to listen. Nyssa Kathryn quickly became one of my favorite romantic suspense authors and this story is no exception. Meet Cody, Nylah's twin who I mt in Blue Halo #8. No, you don't have to listen to the Blue Halo series, but it is so good, you will definitely want to! And what a man! When Harper bumps into Cody, she is a mess. No money to her name, no place to stay and a black eye, Cody's protective gene pops into action and he begins his mission to take care of her. Little does she know, his instant attraction and kindness is just what she needs. Harper has had it tough, and now on the run and trying to figure out how to start life over and stay under the radar is a hard task. But she is finding all of the people in Mystic Peak to be helpful and loving. Exactly the kind of town she would love to be in. But will the danger she is running to stay away? Nyssa Kathryn knows how to capture my attention and keep it. This town is all about family, the characters are sweet and lovable, protective and the kind I would want surrounding me. Plus the cupcakes! That is a huge bonus! The suspense stays high and trying to figure out who is creating the trouble had me wondering til the end. Loved this start to the new series and can't wait to hear Tilly and Kayden's story!

Jason Clarke and Avery Caris bring the story alive with a thrilling narration. Clarke plays the swoony Cody with all the warmth and protective vibes. Caris comes in with the hesitancy that Harper has, but has her heart slowly melting. Together they build the suspense, keep it high and at the same time give all the romantic feelings. Loved this!

Small-Town Romantic Suspense!

This is the first book in the Reckless series, a small-town, stand-alone romantic suspense. This series is interconnected with the Blue Halo series (#8 Liam, Cody's twin Nylah's story). This is a great start to the series. I liked Harper and Cody's story. Cody, a former Delta Forces soldier, and a bar owner, is handsome, protective, and supportive. Harper is beautiful, strong, and smart. They are both great characters. Their story is passionate, and entertaining. The storyline is suspenseful and captivating, filled with drama, intrigue, danger, and twists and turns. The supporting characters are interesting. I liked Kayden and Nylah, Cody's siblings. Avery Caris and Jason Clarke did an excellent job bringing these characters and this story to life. I enjoyed it. Looking forward to listening to the next book in the series.