A Reckless Match

In the first installment of the Ruthless Rivals series, author Kate Bateman weaves a tale of feuding families and childhood adversaries as Maddie Montgomery grapples with her family’s financial troubles. When her old rival, Gryffud “Gryff” Davies, unexpectedly returns, their interaction quickly evolves from animosity to something deeper while they confront a dangerous plot discovered on their land. With sharp dialogue and a mix of romance and adventure, the story explores how love can blossom from longstanding hatred.