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Long Shot
Some 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.
Why it's similar
Like It Ends with Us, this novel tackles the harrowing reality of domestic violence within an intimate relationship and portrays a woman's journey to break free from an abusive partner while connecting with a supportive love interest.
What's different
It is framed as a high-stakes professional sports romance and depicts the physical and emotional abuse with significantly more explicit, visceral detail.