The story follows , a pre-med graduate and certified EMT who is struggling under the weight of massive student debt. Despite her visceral hatred of violence, she takes a job as a medic for an unsanctioned, elite MMA fight club to make ends meet.
Against the Ropes is the 2013 debut novel by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author . It serves as the first installment in her Redemption series , blending contemporary erotic romance with the world of underground mixed martial arts (MMA). Plot Overview
There she meets the club's owner, , a billionaire venture capitalist who also happens to be a formidable fighter. The narrative explores their intense, steamy attraction as Max pursues Makayla, leading her to discover a hidden world of power and pleasure. Critical Reception and Themes Against the Ropes (Redemption, #1) by Sarah Castille