First published 2009
Aldridge James Richardson lives comfortably in New Orleans thanks to his secret lover, NBA star Dray Jones. Their romance began in college when AJ tutored the freshman basketball player. Now Dray has achieved fame and fortune, but success demands careful image management. When teammates start asking pointed questions about AJ's constant presence, Dray makes a calculated move. He marries Judi, a beautiful and driven woman who appears unaware of her husband's double life. AJ continues enjoying his privileged lifestyle while Dray maintains his public facade. The arrangement seems sustainable until cracks begin to show. Someone may be watching more carefully than expected. The three million readers who have followed E. Lynn Harris know his talent for exposing the collision between public expectations and private truth. This story examines what happens when love must hide behind societal demands placed on celebrated athletes.
Genres: fiction, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, secret-relationship
Setting: New Orleans
Period: College, Present Day
246 pages · Hardcover · Doubleday