SynopsisSome connections can't be silenced. Some women refuse to be broken. From New York Times bestseller Kennedy Ryan comes a RITA award-winning romance that has captivated readers with its emotionally charged slow burn and unflinching honesty. Long Shot is a visceral journey through love, power, and survival, set against the high-stakes backdrop of professional basketball. When Iris DuPree crosses paths with future NBA star August West, their chemistry is undeniable. But timing is cruel, and Iris's life is already entwined with another--the league's most beloved player, who hides his dark side well. As Iris's world spins into shadows, her one night with August becomes a lifeline she carries for years...until they meet again. Told with stunning emotional clarity and layered with heartbreak, hope, and healing, Long Shot is perfect for readers drawn to romance that cuts deep and redeems fiercely--and love that never gives up., From award-winning author Kennedy Ryan comes the soul-gripping, unforgettable first installment of the Hoops trilogy. Iris DuPree meets August West in a sports bar during her last semester of college. It's the conversation of a lifetime and sends sparks flying in every direction. The connection is undeniable...but the timing is all wrong. August is poised for the NBA draft, and Iris belongs to another man--basketball's "golden boy" and August's long-time rival. The two go their separate ways, but they often recall that electric night and what could have been. While August has embarked on his all-star life, studded with wealth and fame, Iris's perfect public relationship has become a nightmare behind closed doors. A tarnished dream of fool's gold. When August re-enters her life, the world seems briefly bright again, but Iris's darkest nights are not over yet. To survive, she must build her own strength and trust that her bond with August can endure after all this time. Even when her fraudulent prince has vowed never to let her go.