Grip

Kennedy Ryan

Before fame, Marlon James is a driven young artist determined to make his mark, while Bristol Gray is a practical college student still searching for her own direction. When their paths cross, an unexpected connection draws them together despite the differences in their backgrounds and ambitions. Set over one unforgettable week of music, late nights, and emotional discovery, this prequel explores the spark between two people whose lives are about to change. Romantic, passionate, and deeply character-driven, it offers an intimate beginning to Grip and Bristol’s story.

Kennedy Ryan

For years, Kimba and Ezra have been inseparable—brought together by two close-knit families and bound by a connection that feels deeper than friendship. As they grow older, ambition, family expectations, and the demands of their separate paths threaten to keep them apart, even as their undeniable chemistry draws them closer. With Kimba rising as a formidable political strategist and Ezra carving out his own future, they must decide whether the love they have carried since childhood is strong enough to overcome the forces pulling them in opposite directions. A heartfelt, emotionally charged romance about soul mates, loyalty, ambition, and the courage to claim the life—and love—you truly want.