Shot Taker

King of the Court, Book 2

By: Piper Lawson

Narrated by: Lance Greenfield, Carly Robins

Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

He leads the league in scoring. My heart won’t give him another shot.

I swore I’d never come back to Denver.

I’d never trust the wrong man again.

But here I am, back in the same place as the bad boy athlete who broke my heart.

Clay rules the basketball court, and now he’s gunning for redemption. But I'm not the same girl who fell for the man behind the all-star image and reputation.

He made me want him like I’ve never wanted anyone.

He made me feel like I was the only thing that mattered.

A single look can make me ache.

A whispered promise in his gruff voice makes my chest tight.

Clay’ll do anything to prove we’re worth another shot.

Shot Taker is a full-length grumpy sunshine sports romance and book 2 in the King of the Court series. Clay and Nova’s story begins in Game Changer and concludes in Play Maker.

©2023 Piper Lawson (P)2023 Piper Lawson

Loved!!!

This is part 2 of 3 in Piper Lawson's King of the Court series. These books NEED to be read in order.

This book covers what happens when Nova comes back to Denver after all that goes on in book one. It picks up pretty much right where book book one ends. This book had me just as transfixed and caught up in the story as the first book. I listened to it all in one sitting and wanted morewhen it was done.

Once again both narrators did an amazing job bringing this book to life.

I was given this audio book to review and I am leaving this volinarily.

Nailed it

Audio review Carly nailed it and does a great job. Lance at times did not do for me. The story itself, I enjoyed except I really do not care for her sister and Harlan at all. I think they are manipulative and judgmental. It is because of them that some of the problems the MCs are having exist. I rounded up

Things are heating up

Well, I thought Game Changer had my emotions running wild, but Shot Taker takes it up a notch. Clay and Nova are so good together that you can't help but root for them. There's a magnetic pull between them that seems to keep pulling them back into each other's orbit.
And then Piper Lawson wields her mighty pen and throws a twist at their HEA. So, I don't want to give too much away; just be prepared and keep in mind that there's a reason this is part of a trilogy. At this point, I'm thoroughly invested in Nova and Clay. I will say that based on my experience with Piper Lawson's work, this couple's journey may take a few wrong turns - they might even take the scenic route - but their final destination with be worth every drop of angst.
Lance Greenfield and Carly Robins continue their performances in this second book, and they do an excellent job. The story heats up in this one, and the narration is so good that I thought my cellphone was gonna start smoking. Let's just say that when Lance Greenfield purrs a particularly sexy line, it'll give ya a little tingle.
So, start with Game Changer and follow Clay and Nova on their journey. It's a curvy trip, but it's so very good.

Sports Romance

Shot Taker by Piper Lawson is a grumpy sunshine sports romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Lance Greenfield and Carly Robins. This is the second book in the King of the Court series.

I am really enjoying the relationship between Clay and Nova. Their relationship is messy, but I can't help but root for them. I liked that we got both of their points of views throughout the book.

The book ended on a great cliffhanger. I can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series Play Maker so I can get more of their story.

Lance and Carly did a great job on the narration. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.

I would recommend this series if you’re looking for a grumpy sunshine romance, sports romance, or contemporary romance.

Angsty, drama-filled story!

Shot Taker, an Audiobook by Piper Lawson is the story of Clay and Nova. They were an item years ago, but everything changed. Now, Nova has been commissioned to complete a mural for Clay’s professional basketball team. But, the angst, tension, and turmoil between these two is palpable. Can they even work around each other after all that’s happened.

We travel through the emotions of these two and how they handle every thing…Nova is strong, determined, and gutsy for even attempting to do this, since it can bring her career into he ozone. Clay is trying to build his team and deal with the hurdles that come with that…plus, now there’s Nova.
Thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining story!!! Ends in a pretty major cliffhanger!

This Audiobook was narrated by Lance Greenfield and Carly Robins who do a fine job portraying the characters and their angst. Though it felt a little stilted at times, overall they did an incredible job with this drama-filled story!

Emotional and sizzling love story!

I loved this continuation to Clay and Nova's emotional and sizzling love story. Nova is back in Denver after the Kodiak's owner hires her to paint a mural in their stadium. She hoped she could be in and out before running into Clay after he broke her heart. Clay hates what he did to Nova and when he see's her again, he is determined to win her back. I really enjoyed the progression of their relationship. Lawson took her time to allow them to heal and grow stronger. I really loved Nova's resilience, and how she became more confident in her artwork and herself. This story took some twists and turns, cranking up the emotions, and with some heart pounding secrets and revelations, I’m completely riveted trying to figure out how their love story will play out.
Lance Greenfield and Carly Robins continue their wonderful narration of this story. They do a great job evolving Clay, and Nova's turbulent relationship thru their rollercoaster journey making me feel all the angst, heartbreak, and passion they felt. I was completely captivated by their performance. The ending left me stunned and I can't wait to find out what happens next!

Another fun read

Shot Taker is book 2 in the Kings of the Court series. This sports romance is a continuation of Clay and Nova’s book. I loved getting to see a softer, vulnerable side to Clay as he fought to win Nova’s heart. The chemistry can still be felt between the two and I loved as their connection continued to grow. I enjoyed the groups witty banter. Another well written story. Can’t wait to see how their journey ends.

Lance Greenfield and Carly Robins did another great job portraying these characters.

5 She’s His Stars!!

This audiobook picks up a few months after the ending of Game Changer and it finds Nova back in Denver working on a project that will introduce her art to the world. The last person she wanted to see is Clay because her heart can’t take any more hurt from this man. But the minute he sees her, he makes a vow to get her back no matter what he has to do!

I have to admit I was hoping Clay would fight for her, but I also didn’t want Nova to make it easy for him. Her heart was crushed by him and while she still loves him, she has to protect herself all at the same time as meeting a deadline. We get to see a different side of Clay in this book as he not only admits to himself but to the world in general his love for a woman that he can’t quit. One of the things I loved the most about this book is Nova and how she starts to believe in herself and her talent even when it seems someone may try to keep her from finding the success she’s always dreamed about.

There are things going on in the background that neither of them are expecting though. And just when they think they’ve conquered their world, there’s a heart-stopping moment that could once again demolish the love they’ve finally achieved while having far-reaching ramifications.

When you add the intensity of their feelings and the storyline in general with he phenomenal narrating by Lance Greenfield and Carly Robbins it’s slam dunk of a listen. I love these two narrating together as they truly embody Clay, Nova along with the secondary characters that are an integral part of this love story!

Oh the challenges these characters face

Ahhhh ok the second book of this pair have me still hanging on by a thread. I need more immediately. I cannot wait to see what happens next. These two seem to keep getting themselves in situations they weren't expecting and it is causing blocks for them to find their true happiness with each other. I really love the grovely ways that Clay tries to get back in the good graces with Nova. I loved seeing their relationship develop more in this book and cannot wait to see how they take on this next challenge.

Loved it

Even better than book one. I am loving this series and can’t wait for book 3. The character development was fantastic. I loved the new sides of Clay that we got to see, particularly him trying to make up for his previous mistakes with Nova definitely gave me 😍 for him. The banter with side characters was a definite highlight.

I loved this book and am waiting on pins and needles for the third installment.