The Dugout Deception

by Zephyr Hobson

Being a public figure is nothing new to Timothy Lyn. He is used to keeping his emotions in check and life private, especially when it comes to Daphne Hawthorne, the Austin Twisters' photographer and social media manager. When the team is sold and the new owners push for a more family-oriented image, Timothy faces an unexpected the pressure to open up about his personal life.

Daphne, who has harbored feelings for Timothy for as long as she can remember, steps in with a bold a relationship to help him salvage his reputation in the public eye. However, as lines blur between pretend and reality, the two must navigate not only the watchful eyes of the media but also the undeniable chemistry that has always simmered beneath the surface.

Caught between their insecurities, the relentless demands of the sport they love, and Timothy’s past back to haunt him, will Timothy and Daphne pull off the deception of a lifetime, or strike out in the last inning?

152 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 3, 2025

Reviews

[Rachel Kalmbach · Rating 5 out of 5]

talented, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique

cannot express how much i enjoyed reading this book! i love timothy and daphne so much it hurts

[Toni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a page turner! Had be screaming “just say it!” Great use of words to create imagery and take you along the storylines and into the thoughts of the main characters

[Zion Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a phenomenal book! I believe Zephyr will go far in this world of amazing and successful authors!