Just A Bit Ruthless By Alessandra Hazard -

Luke is kidnapped in Russia as a pawn in a game of revenge. Early interactions are defined by Roman’s cold predatory gaze and Luke's dehumanizing isolation.

The story concludes with both men accepting their dark desires and building an unconventional life together in London, transforming their trauma into a fiercely defended partnership. Key Themes & Tropes Just a Bit Ruthless by Alessandra Hazard

Readers on Reddit often discuss the book as a "fantasy," noting its use of dub-con and homophobic language as part of its dark, non-realistic setting. Luke is kidnapped in Russia as a pawn in a game of revenge

The narrative is structured around the shifting power balance between captor and captive: Just a Bit Ruthless by Alessandra Hazard