The CloseUp, Kennedy Ryan
The CloseUp, Kennedy Ryan
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The Close-Up
A Hollywood Renaissance Novella

Author: Kennedy Ryan

Narrator: Marissa Hampton, Winston James

Unabridged: 4 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Published: 08/16/2022

Categories: Fiction, Romance


Synopsis

Set in the dynamic worlds of professional basketball and entertainment, two of Kennedy Ryan’s most critically-acclaimed series—HOOPs and Hollywood Renaissance—collide in this tale of forbidden romance.I met Nazareth Armstrong when I was eighteen years old. From the beginning, my brother warned me to stay away from him. Told Naz to stay away from me.Our hearts didn’t listen.I shared one magical night under the stars with my brother's rival, thinking it was the start of a once-in-a-lifetime something. But one awful moment ended it all.Years later when we meet again, we’ve both pursued our dreams, lived a little, found success…but never found love. What began as a tiny flame when we were young now threatens to consume us. I’m more drawn to Naz than ever, but his complicated history with my brother makes whatever this could be…nearly impossible.But Naz accepts impossible as a dare.Through his clever maneuvering and dogged determination, I find myself on a yacht with him and his friends cruising through the Mediterranean. It’s a whirlwind set ablaze. Away from reality, surrendering to the tender heat of his touch, I forget that everything could burn.*This is the love story of Takira, who first appears in Reel, book 1 of the Hollywood Renaissance series. Characters from the HOOPS series also make appearances, but you do not have to read any of those books to enjoy this one.**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

About Kennedy Ryan

A RITA® Award Winner, USA Today and Amazon Top 12 Bestseller, Kennedy Ryan writes for women from all walks of life, empowering them and placing them firmly at the center of each story and in charge of their own destinies. Her heroes respect, cherish and lose their minds for the women who capture their hearts.Kennedy and her writings have been featured in Chicken Soup for the Soul, USA Today, Entertainment Weekly, Glamour, Cosmo, TIME, O Mag and many others. She has a passion for raising Autism awareness. The co-founder of LIFT 4 Autism, an annual charitable book auction, she has appeared on Headline News, Montel Williams, NPR and other media outlets as an advocate for ASD families. She is a wife to her lifetime lover and mother to an extraordinary son.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Larissa on September 13, 2022

kennedy ryan can do no wrong. i was hoping takira would get a story, and as usual.. i’m not disappointed. “in a world that feels gray, she’s a burst of color” <3......more

Goodreads review by Christy on July 21, 2022

4.5 stars In a world that feels gray, she’s a burst of color, and she shines. Kennedy Ryan’s newest work, a crossover novella between her Hoops books and her Hollywood Renaissance book was a real treat. The Close-Up has a bit of a second chance at love as well as a touch of forbidden romanc......more

Goodreads review by Lacey (laceybooklovers) on October 12, 2022

A WONDERFUL romance. I'm sooo glad Takira got her story and I adored Naz. Kennedy Ryan packs so much heart and emotion in this novella!......more

Goodreads review by Crystal's Bookish Life on August 16, 2022

This was fantastic. I'm consistently amazed at how expertly Kennedy creates a romance between two people that feels like they are meant to be from the moment they lay eyes on each other. She does soulmate connection better than anyone and the fact that this was in a novella? Color me impressed. This......more

Goodreads review by Jx PinkLady Reviews ♡ on August 17, 2022

New Book Release ✔ Beautifully delicious and very, very SEXY! A HOT novella. This story was a pure indulgent treat and totally gorgeous. I loved every minute. 🔗 Link: [URL not allowed] 'The Close-Up,' sees two of Kennedy Ryan's most popular fictional worlds—HOOPS & Reel— come together and also......more