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High Reward

(Point of No Return #2)

Brenna Aubrey (Goodreads Author)

4.41 · Rating details · 295 ratings · 67 reviews

He was looking for redemption. Instead, he found her.

From USA Today Bestselling author Brenna Aubrey: Don't miss this emotional conclusion to Ryan & Gray's stunning duet, lauded as "sharp, sensitive" and "pretty wonderful" by the New York Times book review.

After a rocky start, former Navy SEAL-turned-astronaut Ryan "Ty" Tyler and nerdy flight psychologist Gray Barrett foun ...more

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Published December 21st 2018 by Silver Griffon Associates (first published December 6th 2018)

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Sep 19, 2018 Brenna Aubrey added it · (Review from the author)

Shelves: nerd-romance, i-wrote-this, military-romance, navy-seal

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Dec 03, 2018 Rose David rated it it was amazing

High Reward picks up right where High Risk left off. With Ryan faced with the ultimate choice. And I won’t lie - I was a tad nervous. For Ryan. For Gray. For all of them. His relationship with Gray is Earth altering. And he knows that - yet what is most important? A promise made under duress or love.
Love, right?
Right....
In High Reward we watch as Ryan and Gray both have to come to terms with choices they have made as well as choices others have made for them. It’s explosive as the pair try and ...more

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Dec 06, 2018 A Book Obsessed Brit rated it it was amazing

Shelves: dual-pov, angst, arc-read, great-chemistry, older-hero-than-heroine, hero-in-military

High Reward is the conclusion to the Point Of No return Duet, continuing on from where book 1 left us. I have been eagerly awaiting this follow up. After enjoying a romance novel based in a setting I haven't come across before though High Risk (book 1), it made the story feel fresh and captured my interest.

So we are back with Ryan and Gray and this book gets down and deep on the emotional front, which is what I loved about this book. High Risk set the scene, let us get to know our Hero and hero High Reward is the conclusion to the Point Of No return Duet, continuing on from where book 1 left us. I have been eagerly awaiting this follow up. After enjoying a romance novel based in a setting I haven't come across before though High Risk (book 1), it made the story feel fresh and captured my interest.

So we are back with Ryan and Gray and this book gets down and deep on the emotional front, which is what I loved about this book. High Risk set the scene, let us get to know our Hero and heroine, gave them a backstory, set up their chemistry and we watched it explode. This time around we get to see all of that fall apart and see how each character copes with their own flaws and issues. Call me a sadist but I love when it all goes wrong for the main protagonists, it is then we get to witness them stripped bare and really SEE them, really understand them.

Gray has such strength and I found her to be a very likeable heroine throughout the duet. I loved how even as she was devastated inside, she was stoic and professional at work and she still fought for Ryan to be the man she knows he is; she still tries everything to get him to realise this for himself. Ryan is such a stubborn male, he doesn't quit punishing and holding himself responsible for another man's decision. Ryan is an man of integrity and honour, Brenna wrote the battle between this and his love for Gray so well, really capturing his inner turmoil to fulfil the promises he made, no matter the cost.

As I read High Reward the level of detailing and research Brenna built into the story for the cosmonaut elements were impressive and added to the dynamic of the story. Alongside Ryan's back story we get to see more of his relationship with Karen and her son. For me this showed Ryan in a new light and I just fell for him even more, highlighting the level of loyalty he really fights to uphold and the sacrifices he is prepared to make to do so.

I don't want to explain too much about the plot details as this novel is enjoyed best just going with the flow. Just know it has a deeper emotionality to it compared to book 1 and the characters truly do shine. Brenna gave this book a mature feel with the story elements it covers, the whole duet just felt fresh and interesting to me and I am very glad I have had the chance to read and review both books. ...more

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Dec 06, 2018 Shyann rated it it was amazing

Shelves: romance, bad-boy-love, rakes-and-rogues, arc

I don’t even know where to start with this book. Or this duet of books since they fit seamlessly together and should always be read back to back. It’s hard to rave about all the things I loved without giving away spoilers.
This story continues to follow Ryan Tyler, a famous astronaut battling his inner demons after the death of his best friend, and Gray Barrett an aspiring flight psychologist tasked with getting him back on the strait and narrow. From the beginning of High Risk when Ty was deali ...more

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Dec 05, 2018 Readers Together rated it it was amazing

Shelves: top-book-boyfriends, must-read, geeky-goodness, rtproofs

High Reward continues where High Risk left us, with that happy for now. And, spoiler alert! That changes and quite drastically.

Beautiful, angst-ridden, and emotional. This book will have you feeling ALL the emotions and swearing all the curse words, and swooning all the swoons. It is everything I could have hoped for and then some. One of the best books of 2018.

It’s no secret that I love broken characters. The more they behave a-holeish the more I love them, and Ryan Tyler fits that bill perfect High Reward continues where High Risk left us, with that happy for now. And, spoiler alert! That changes and quite drastically.

Beautiful, angst-ridden, and emotional. This book will have you feeling ALL the emotions and swearing all the curse words, and swooning all the swoons. It is everything I could have hoped for and then some. One of the best books of 2018.

It’s no secret that I love broken characters. The more they behave a-holeish the more I love them, and Ryan Tyler fits that bill perfectly. He was everything I loved. A character that I could equally love and hate…okay, hate’s a little strong – I didn’t hate him, I just wanted to punch him in the nads a few times. His brokeness was endearing, his inner turmoil and guilt really made it hard not to understand some of the decisions he made…even if I didn’t agree with them. In his mind, he was doing the right thing and that is what made him so endearing. Gray is everything. This book really brought her character out of her shell and although I liked her before, I absolutely adore her now. She’s a fighter who fought hard. She wasn’t going to go away quietly to make things easy. Her strength was what got them both through some tough situations and that was a joy to read about. The chemistry between them was palpable. They were figuratively on fire and it was melt your kindles type of sexy. There is a scene that mirrors a scene in High Risk and it was just heartbreaking. Watching him finally ‘get it’ and come to terms with his loss and admit to himself how he was feeling and that there was a problem just made the story come together perfectly. Mirroring the scenes was pure genius. I loved that detail so much. It really gave a nice feel of coming full circle for the characters. I loved that the characters didn’t need saving, but were able to save themselves and have the support of the other. The epilogue was perfect. It was perfect for this couple. And exactly what they deserved. Because after everything they had been through they deserved some happiness.

I loved the character and story development throughout this duet. It gives you so much to connect with. So many threads to follow that it’s beautiful. Heck, you even get a side romance. Plus, lots of breadcrumbs for future stories. I cannot wait for more. This is one of my favourite books of the year. Speaking of characters, Pari continued to be a favourite and her side-romance was a cute addition to the story. Noah…sigh, I still need his story ASAP. I had concerns about Keely and I have never been happier to be wrong. I loved her and I hope she gets a HEA – if not in a story of her own, then as a side-story in one of the other books.

If you’ve been hanging on until the duet was complete to dive in. Now is the time. If you’ve been hanging on because you are a fan of the Gaming the System series and the thought of a new series scares you – I get it, what if you don’t like these new characters, right? Trust me. If you enjoy Brenna’s writing, you will LOVE this duet. You still get the same attention to detail, you get the geeky goodness and pop culture references that you’ve become accustomed too. You get characters you can’t help but have a reaction to – in every way. You’ll want to bash heads, you’ll fall in love. You’ll curse all the curse words. You get the character and story development you’re used to. YOU WILL SWOON! Oh, and you still get a little Adam & Mia too. What are you waiting for? ...more

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Dec 10, 2018 Barbara rated it it was amazing

I've read many of Brenna Aubrey's books and LOVE them. I was immediately pulled into Mia and Adam's story so when I heard about this spin-off I couldn't wait to read it. Brenna Aubrey did not disappoint. She has this great way of combining romance, with drama, heartache, betrayal, determination, chemistry in spades with characters who are not your typical hero and heroine. Gray and Ryan pulled me in from the get go and had me feeling as invested in them as I did with Adam and Mia. There were def ...more

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Dec 04, 2018 Mandy rated it it was amazing

Stunningly beautiful conclusion to this two part series.

Gray Barrett has finally decided to follow her damaged heart and fall in love but can she keep it from being emotionally torn apart by the former playboy, Commander Ryan Tyler. When Ryan is faced with a hard-hitting decision, he must decide whether to follow his heart or his head, but will his self-worth stand in the way of making the right choice.

Gray is such a sweet girl and all the way through this book I was cheering her corner. When ...more

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Dec 07, 2018 Shelley rated it it was amazing

This is the exciting conclusion to the Point Of No Return duet. You do need to read High Risk (book 1) first. You'll be glad you did and that this book is available immediately when you do.

This picks up where astronaut Ryan "Ty" Tyler and Gray Barrett, a flight psychologist, left off in book one. Ryan is a reformed playboy and out-of-control risk taker in many forms. Gray is helping him with his issues, not professionally, but very personally, while trying not to seem like she is helping. Their ...more

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Dec 08, 2018 Jo rated it liked it

yes, let go, move on, live without guilty, cherish the moment we have, the time n the life.

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Dec 11, 2018 Geri Grinstead rated it it was amazing

I found myself reading late into the night (actually early morning) as I just could not put down this awesome book. Brenna Aubrey has outdone her self again. You will most certainly want to read High Risk before jumping in to High Rewards to read this sizzle story of Ryan Tyler and Gray Barrett. It will bring you laughter and tears, tension and compassion. But most importantly you will enjoy this 5 star read.

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Nov 30, 2018 Stacey Timmons rated it it was amazing

This is the conclusion to High Risk and this book is fraught with so many ups and downs. Man, my emotions were all over the place reading this. I couldn't get through it fast enough and wanted to delay it, just to savour all that happens. My heart was still hurting for Ryan and his survivors guilt.

Mind you, my feelings, they were mainly aimed at Ryan. I really wanted to smack him But, also, I really wanted him to see himself they way we see him and Gray. He's is so stubborn but it's also works t ...more

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Dec 11, 2018 H.B. Jasick rated it it was amazing

An absolutely amazing ending to a truly fantastic duet!! I couldn't read this book fast enough. It has EVERY you need in a steamy romantic story with a strong female lead, and a guy worth having her. I couldn't put this book down, in fact, I'm thinking about opening the first book and reading them both all over again!! A definite MUST READ!! This story is unforgettable. ...more

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Dec 03, 2018 S Knoll rated it it was amazing

Part two in the amazing series of a troubled astronaut and the woman who is trying to save him. As with all Brenna Aubrey’s books, you get characters who are full of flaws, broken in so many ways but are willing to fight through for love. What I love about her work is the way that she develops the story and characters. There are so many incredible layers in her stories and there is always these critical
moments where it could go in various directions. Her stories are full of real life issues. The ...more

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Dec 05, 2018 Sweet Spot Sisterhood Book Lover's Blog rated it it was amazing

I absolutely LOVE this duet!
I've been needing a good steamy damaged-man-meets-strong-woman romance with all the angst and feels. This set hit the spot! I ate up all that turmoil and heartbreak like a starved reader! It hurts so good...
It is great, too, to read a storyline that is different than so many that are already out there. I loved the premise of the space flight, the astronaut team dynamics, the PTSD situations, and the therapist side of things (Gray riding the line of not being a therapi ...more

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Dec 09, 2018 Cynthia Settimo rated it it was amazing

read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
Such a great ending to Ryan and Gary's story.
Ryan is a broken man, he breaks Grays heart but she won't let him see that, Gray realizes she can't fix him. When Ryan starts to heal will Gray take the risk her heart again with Ryan or will she guard herself? Is the Reward worth the risk? ...more

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Dec 04, 2018 Naomi rated it it was amazing

Warning do not start this book right before bed!
I didn’t sleep; I read. I was falling asleep at my desk the next day, but this book was worth it!
I even daydreamed of hearing Commander Tyler speaking Russian to me.
My stomach was in knots, and I had to get to the end to find out what was going to happen.
Don’t miss this amazing new series! I fell in love with a whole new set of characters and want more.
I love how Brenna has you fall in love with the supporting characters and you can’t wait to se ...more

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Dec 06, 2018 Caroline F rated it it was amazing

Shelves: arc, workplace, military-security, dual-pov, gmb, rare19

The author absolutely delivered on the conclusion to Gray and Ryan's story!

"I love listening to your heart beat when it's so quiet it's the only thing I can hear."

Ryan is wrestling with his conscience, his guilt, and an ultimatum that was issued to him. Gray is everything he needs. She brings light and happiness to his life, but he questions if he really deserves her.

"There was something in his eyes, a flicker of emotion that speared me right through the heart and wrapped around my lungs, making ...more

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Jul 02, 2020 Lynn rated it really liked it

Part 2 of High Risk. (I still think that's a cheap shot-a 2 part romance. Kinda like The Hobbit movies!)
But I loved it! Gotta admit, I cried. Super romantic and H. O. T. Interesting psychological angle that ramped it up a notch from the usual pulp romance stuff. And set in the world of astronauts and space flights. Cool. ...more

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Jun 07, 2019 Iza rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: contemporary, rare

4.1/2 stars
Loved it! There was still drama,but it didn't piss me off so that means it wasn't too much :D I would love to read about the secondary characters more though:) ...more

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Dec 11, 2018 Mandy rated it did not like it

* facepalms * Why do I keep reading books where women stay with idiotic men?

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Dec 12, 2018 Gerda rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: heroine-strong-clever, pov-both, favorites

This was just the right mixture of suspense and romance.

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Oct 23, 2020 Poppy1102 rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

High Reward has some very High Emotions!!!...

Wow! Just a big fat speechless wow!!!

I'm a big fan of Brenna's Gaming Series and have just became a major fan of this series because wow!

Book 1 had me crying in the first chapter - honestly, I cried! But after that it was ok. This book? You will need a big ole box of tissues because my 'lil heart just kept breaking and the tears kept coming!

HOWEVER, even if you're not one for a soppy read, you can't bypass this story - it is truly phenomenal!
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Nov 30, 2018 Pam rated it really liked it

Brenna’s stories get better and better. This book takesup just as High Risk ended.

Ryan has chosen his career over Gray and all he has created is utter misery for himself and for Gray. To Gray it makes no sense why he is acting this way but she is so smart and intuitive it does not take her long to figure out why Ryan has done the unthinkable.

Ryan quickly goes back to his old habits. Gray’s seemingly indifference makes Ryan crazy and he begins to suspect she really never had feelings for him.

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Dec 06, 2018 Becky Rendon rated it really liked it

4.5 stars

Reward- a thing given in recognition of one's service, effort, or achievement.

High Reward implies a greater benefit but at what cost? Ryan Tyler has avoided many things. He has embraced a half life of sorts. His determination is fueled by fear and guilt. He maybe risking it all but for what?

She is his next breath. She is his last breath. But somewhere along the way, everything else creeps in and steals that breath. It's up Ryan to decide how to fix it.

This book left me an emotional mess ...more

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Dec 09, 2018 Sammie Lynn rated it really liked it

This book was highly anticipated by me after reading High Risk and there was a serious break between the two- I could not wait to get my hands on it.
High Reward picks up right where we left off with High Risk. I was just as hook with this book as I was with High Risk, and Brenna Aubrey had my emotions all over the place just like with book one. There was numerous times that I teared up and wanted to break down into sobs.
We get more views into how damaged Ryan really is and how much Gray is reall ...more

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Dec 03, 2018 Pauline rated it really liked it

This is the follow up book to High Risk, and they must be read in order. Ryan has just been given an ultimatum, choose Gray, the love of his life, or his career as an astronaut and the jobs of many people as Gray's father threatens to pull the funding for the space program if Ryan doesn't put a stop to his relationship with Gray. This book is full of emotions and I will admit that on more than one occasion I wanted to bang Gray and Ryan's heads together. To make me feel this invested, this shows ...more

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Dec 07, 2018 Karen Roma rated it really liked it

Shelves: netgalley, read-in-2018

High Reward picks up beautifully from where High Risk left off, and concludes this duet in a smooth and effortless manner. The story continues its seamless flow and the author’s writing is precise, informative and most of all, entertaining.
There is plenty of angst and drama, and an abundance of powerful emotions and unresolved issues from book one, however Ms Aubrey has penned a truly believable tale of the difficulties that arise from deep trauma and showcasing how the decisions we make can hav ...more

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Dec 17, 2018 Tracey rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I couldn't wait for this book to be released because I loved Ryan and Gray in High Risk and High Reward is a very enjoyable, well written, conclusion to their journey! Since High Risk ended on somewhat of a cliffhanger, I was pleased that I didn't have to wait a year for the conclusion. The chemistry between these two is still off the charts but I felt this second book in this duet was more emotional and heartbreaking and heartwarming than the first book. You get to know the depth of these chara ...more

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Dec 05, 2018 Amy Mccann rated it really liked it

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Wow part 2 is ultimately amazing!

We continue with Ryan and Grey's story and I love how beautifully flawed their relationship is.

When Ryan is given an awful ultimatumn and he has to choose between his career as a astronaut or his love for Gray it's hard and is heart and his head is a total shed with it all!

With threats in their way you still can't help but have a feel good factor about the couple and hope that they can make it work together.

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Jun 08, 2020 Olga rated it really liked it

i am still reading it I love Gray but somehow Ryan seems unworthy of her. Everyone has weaknesses but the guy seems all over the place, I am falling less and less in love with him but well will update after I finish.

Finished reading , wow amazing relatable characters. Well researched and filled with humour and interesting real life facts. Can't say Ryan is one of my favourite romantic heroes. I prefer the more resolute and steadfast type but in the end he came through. Again I loved Gray she was ...more

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