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Aspen Ridge #2
Crave Me
Dallas
My newest employee is the physical representation of everything I hate—she’s stubborn, sassy, and challenges me on everything. Not to mention, she’s trying to change the way my family runs our distillery. The worst part though? She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever laid eyes on, and her vile little mouth makes me want her all the more. Despite my efforts, I’ve fallen obsessively for her. When I discover the traumatic history she’s worked hard to keep hidden, I do everything in my power to keep her safe. But when the past catches up to her, it threatens to ruin everything. I’ll do anything to prove to her that I’m not going anywhere. Whether she likes it or not.
Blaire
Moving to a new town is hard enough. But reinventing my past in an attempt to start a new life, hoping others won’t look at me like a charity case, is a bigger challenge than I was expecting. As I fall further in love with Aspen Ridge and my new job, my gorgeous boss slowly starts to chip away at my resolve. He hates me, but I know he wants me. When the restraint breaks and I discover that he brings me a peace I’ve never experienced, everything changes. But with the nightmares of my past still haunting me, how can I continue to keep my secrets hidden and not lose him in the process?
**Crave Me is book two in the interconnected Aspen Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone. HEA guaranteed!**
My newest employee is the physical representation of everything I hate—she’s stubborn, sassy, and challenges me on everything. Not to mention, she’s trying to change the way my family runs our distillery. The worst part though? She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever laid eyes on, and her vile little mouth makes me want her all the more. Despite my efforts, I’ve fallen obsessively for her. When I discover the traumatic history she’s worked hard to keep hidden, I do everything in my power to keep her safe. But when the past catches up to her, it threatens to ruin everything. I’ll do anything to prove to her that I’m not going anywhere. Whether she likes it or not.
Blaire
Moving to a new town is hard enough. But reinventing my past in an attempt to start a new life, hoping others won’t look at me like a charity case, is a bigger challenge than I was expecting. As I fall further in love with Aspen Ridge and my new job, my gorgeous boss slowly starts to chip away at my resolve. He hates me, but I know he wants me. When the restraint breaks and I discover that he brings me a peace I’ve never experienced, everything changes. But with the nightmares of my past still haunting me, how can I continue to keep my secrets hidden and not lose him in the process?
**Crave Me is book two in the interconnected Aspen Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone. HEA guaranteed!**
422 pages, ebook
Published December 3, 2024
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When Jenn's not writing, she can be found reading a spicy romance novel, watching scary movies, and enjoying her quiet life in New England, living out her real-life romance story.
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December 2, 2024
Crave Me by Jenn Plummer
4.5/5⭐
4/5🌶️
"I will never stop craving you. You're an addiction I never want to shake."
I just finished reading Unravel Me last month and I was instantly hooked on this series! This second book in the Aspen Ridge series is even better than the first one. From the first book, I could tell Dallas would be paired with Blaire, and I was spot on! Their chemistry is palpable right from the first page, and it just keeps heating up as the story unfolds. Plus, their playful banter is so much fun to read! I also enjoyed the text exchanges between the Hayes siblings and the whole found family vibe throughout the book.
Dallas is Sawyer’s twin brother and the COO of their family distillery. Sawyer brought Blaire on board to organize events at the distillery, but Dallas is not on board with that plan at all! He feels strongly about keeping people away and does his best to make Blaire's work challenging, but she’s such a tough and determined woman who never backs down. She’s passionate about organizing weddings and events and is determined to succeed, no matter what.
"I don't remember life before you, none of that matters."
"You aren't alone anymore, we'll get through anything."
Blair arrives at Aspen Ridge hoping for a fresh start. She's faced so much all her life, but her past doesn't defeat her. Instead, she keeps her chin up and works hard to create a brighter future for herself. Dallas might initially dislike her, but the moment he sees her, he’s undeniably drawn to her. Their banter only fuels his growing obsession, and as he learns more about Blaire, his protective instincts kick in, and he can't help but want to care for her.
I enjoyed the dynamic between Dallas and Blair. Despite her painful past, Blaire feels safe enough to embrace Dallas's dominant personality. He’s incredibly attentive and understands her struggles, allowing her to open up in her own time. He gives her everything she needs and treats her like the queen she truly is. Blaire longs for someone who will love her unconditionally and create a family with her, and she finds that in Dallas and his family. It warmed my heart to see how the Hayes family welcomed her with open arms, giving Blair the sense of belonging she’d always desired.
The theme of this book is heavier than the first one but it is an absolute gem for anyone who enjoys a romance filled with passion, emotion, and heart! Please check TWs before you read this one. Thank you so much for Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary Management for the gifted eARC.
"I want you. I want every version of you. I wanted you the moment I first laid eyes on you. There is nothing, nothing, Blaire, that will change that."
4.5/5⭐
4/5🌶️
"I will never stop craving you. You're an addiction I never want to shake."
I just finished reading Unravel Me last month and I was instantly hooked on this series! This second book in the Aspen Ridge series is even better than the first one. From the first book, I could tell Dallas would be paired with Blaire, and I was spot on! Their chemistry is palpable right from the first page, and it just keeps heating up as the story unfolds. Plus, their playful banter is so much fun to read! I also enjoyed the text exchanges between the Hayes siblings and the whole found family vibe throughout the book.
Dallas is Sawyer’s twin brother and the COO of their family distillery. Sawyer brought Blaire on board to organize events at the distillery, but Dallas is not on board with that plan at all! He feels strongly about keeping people away and does his best to make Blaire's work challenging, but she’s such a tough and determined woman who never backs down. She’s passionate about organizing weddings and events and is determined to succeed, no matter what.
"I don't remember life before you, none of that matters."
"You aren't alone anymore, we'll get through anything."
Blair arrives at Aspen Ridge hoping for a fresh start. She's faced so much all her life, but her past doesn't defeat her. Instead, she keeps her chin up and works hard to create a brighter future for herself. Dallas might initially dislike her, but the moment he sees her, he’s undeniably drawn to her. Their banter only fuels his growing obsession, and as he learns more about Blaire, his protective instincts kick in, and he can't help but want to care for her.
I enjoyed the dynamic between Dallas and Blair. Despite her painful past, Blaire feels safe enough to embrace Dallas's dominant personality. He’s incredibly attentive and understands her struggles, allowing her to open up in her own time. He gives her everything she needs and treats her like the queen she truly is. Blaire longs for someone who will love her unconditionally and create a family with her, and she finds that in Dallas and his family. It warmed my heart to see how the Hayes family welcomed her with open arms, giving Blair the sense of belonging she’d always desired.
The theme of this book is heavier than the first one but it is an absolute gem for anyone who enjoys a romance filled with passion, emotion, and heart! Please check TWs before you read this one. Thank you so much for Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary Management for the gifted eARC.
"I want you. I want every version of you. I wanted you the moment I first laid eyes on you. There is nothing, nothing, Blaire, that will change that."
November 23, 2024
4.5⭐️
If you guys didn’t already know this was a Jenn Plummer fan account- have you even been paying attention??? But hey hi HELLO here we are again with another BANGER.
We met Dallas, Sawyer’s brother previously in Unravel Me and already knew of his distaste for their knew employee, Blaire. This true enemies to lovers dynamic was so heated and the tension was through the roof. The undeniable attraction between Dallas and Blaire comes to a head when Dallas demands control and Blaire….submits. What neither of these two ever expected morphs into a relationship offering more than they ever could have bargained for.
Blaire has so much baggage and really suffers from inner turmoil regarding her past and her childhood. Making a fresh start in Aspen Ridge is exactly what she wants. Giving up control to her domineering but hot boss is exactly what she needs. As these two start to really explore each other further the way that Dallas transforms into the alpha hole COO gave way to the literal definition of Taylor Swift’s “Down Bad”.
I did not see that third act twist coming whatsoever but damn it HURTED. My heart ached for Blaire as she had to regain control over her life and also for Dallas who all he wanted was his woman by his side to take care of. I absolutely loved that this book touched on such real and raw life experiences while also taking care in discussing hard and personal matters respectfully.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Jenn’s books are so unique with the found family aspect really taking a huge part in the story. I loved the nods to whats to come in the next few books and I will be (im)patiently awaiting the next story to come out of Aspen Ridge!!
If you guys didn’t already know this was a Jenn Plummer fan account- have you even been paying attention??? But hey hi HELLO here we are again with another BANGER.
We met Dallas, Sawyer’s brother previously in Unravel Me and already knew of his distaste for their knew employee, Blaire. This true enemies to lovers dynamic was so heated and the tension was through the roof. The undeniable attraction between Dallas and Blaire comes to a head when Dallas demands control and Blaire….submits. What neither of these two ever expected morphs into a relationship offering more than they ever could have bargained for.
Blaire has so much baggage and really suffers from inner turmoil regarding her past and her childhood. Making a fresh start in Aspen Ridge is exactly what she wants. Giving up control to her domineering but hot boss is exactly what she needs. As these two start to really explore each other further the way that Dallas transforms into the alpha hole COO gave way to the literal definition of Taylor Swift’s “Down Bad”.
I did not see that third act twist coming whatsoever but damn it HURTED. My heart ached for Blaire as she had to regain control over her life and also for Dallas who all he wanted was his woman by his side to take care of. I absolutely loved that this book touched on such real and raw life experiences while also taking care in discussing hard and personal matters respectfully.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Jenn’s books are so unique with the found family aspect really taking a huge part in the story. I loved the nods to whats to come in the next few books and I will be (im)patiently awaiting the next story to come out of Aspen Ridge!!
July 2, 2025
This book had me in my feelings and also definitely in my kink era.
I haven’t been reading this series in order (chaotic reader rights!), but after devouring Carter’s book, I was immediately drawn to Dallas and Blaire.
There’s some heavy trauma explored in this one, with flashbacks and nightmares from Blaire’s past. But it’s handled with care, and I really appreciated how Dallas responded to it. He doesn’t treat her like she’s broken or made of glass, but he also doesn’t shove it all under the rug. He wants to fix things and Blaire’s frustration with that felt so real. Because sometimes it’s not about fixing; it’s about healing. Together. Slowly. Messily. Beautifully.
Now onto the fun stuff: Blaire’s sass? Iconic. Dallas’ dominance? Hotter than hellfire. The spicy scenes? Certified toe-curlers. If kink is your jam, buckle up, babe you’re in for a good time.
Also Reid? I see you, sir. I’m already counting down the days for his and Kinsley’s book because I can feel the chaos brewing and I am so here for it.
If you’re into broody, possessive, dominant MMCs and sassy, strong heroines who don’t take shit from anyone this one’s a must-read.
Dedication
To all the queens who silently fight their demons away alone, you are my heroes. I see you. To all the kings who have chased the demons away from your women.
Fave Quotes
“Tell me a time in history when a man has told a woman to ‘calm down’ and she actually did it. Fuck off, Dallas.”
“Sleep. I’ve got you. I’ll chase all your demons away.”
“I’ll gladly repeat this as many times as you need to hear it, princess. You are not damaged, you never have been. I want you. I want every version of you. I wanted you the moment I first laid eyes on you. I want you now when we’re both young. I want you when we’re old and falling apart. There is nothing, nothing, Blaire, that will change that.”
“Get on your knees, Dallas.” Fucking gladly.
I haven’t been reading this series in order (chaotic reader rights!), but after devouring Carter’s book, I was immediately drawn to Dallas and Blaire.
There’s some heavy trauma explored in this one, with flashbacks and nightmares from Blaire’s past. But it’s handled with care, and I really appreciated how Dallas responded to it. He doesn’t treat her like she’s broken or made of glass, but he also doesn’t shove it all under the rug. He wants to fix things and Blaire’s frustration with that felt so real. Because sometimes it’s not about fixing; it’s about healing. Together. Slowly. Messily. Beautifully.
Now onto the fun stuff: Blaire’s sass? Iconic. Dallas’ dominance? Hotter than hellfire. The spicy scenes? Certified toe-curlers. If kink is your jam, buckle up, babe you’re in for a good time.
Also Reid? I see you, sir. I’m already counting down the days for his and Kinsley’s book because I can feel the chaos brewing and I am so here for it.
If you’re into broody, possessive, dominant MMCs and sassy, strong heroines who don’t take shit from anyone this one’s a must-read.
Dedication
To all the queens who silently fight their demons away alone, you are my heroes. I see you. To all the kings who have chased the demons away from your women.
Fave Quotes
“Tell me a time in history when a man has told a woman to ‘calm down’ and she actually did it. Fuck off, Dallas.”
“Sleep. I’ve got you. I’ll chase all your demons away.”
“I’ll gladly repeat this as many times as you need to hear it, princess. You are not damaged, you never have been. I want you. I want every version of you. I wanted you the moment I first laid eyes on you. I want you now when we’re both young. I want you when we’re old and falling apart. There is nothing, nothing, Blaire, that will change that.”
“Get on your knees, Dallas.” Fucking gladly.
December 2, 2024
eARC REVIEW: 4.5 stars WOW. Jenn continues to blow me away with her writing! I thoroughly enjoyed Dallas + Blaire’s story, but I'm also a sucker for enemies to lovers and these two were feisty from the word GO. I think it's safe to say most of us romance readers are used to having books be more plot heavy in the beginning and more spice heavy towards the end, but this one flips that on it's head.
Blaire is such a strong + independent FMC. Her traumatic past was hard to read at times, but also showed how much growth and inner strength she has to defy the odds. She's looking to start over fresh in Aspen Ridge and finds herself in a new role to bring more people + revenue to the Hayes' family business at the distillery. Most of the brothers are on board with the plan, but one is not.
Dallas is your quintessential broody MMC with the dirtiest mouth and I love him for it. I think a lot of people in his life think he's being difficult about the changes at the distillery just because, but once we find out why he feels the way he does you just want to wrap him up in a warm hug. Although he didn't experience the pain his twin, Sawyer, did firsthand in the past, we quickly learn he's been carrying a burden from that time all these years later. He's protective of his people and he's an angel bb.
These two went THROUGH it. They were so electrifying. The push + pull was fun to watch. I loved seeing the walls they both had up come crumbling down. And although I wished they would've handled things a little differently on the journey, the end result was truly beautiful and such a full circle moment. And even though this was part of what frustrated me, we’ve got another exception to the rule because it really did make sense for their story to play out the way it did and I can recognize that.
Blaire is such a strong + independent FMC. Her traumatic past was hard to read at times, but also showed how much growth and inner strength she has to defy the odds. She's looking to start over fresh in Aspen Ridge and finds herself in a new role to bring more people + revenue to the Hayes' family business at the distillery. Most of the brothers are on board with the plan, but one is not.
Dallas is your quintessential broody MMC with the dirtiest mouth and I love him for it. I think a lot of people in his life think he's being difficult about the changes at the distillery just because, but once we find out why he feels the way he does you just want to wrap him up in a warm hug. Although he didn't experience the pain his twin, Sawyer, did firsthand in the past, we quickly learn he's been carrying a burden from that time all these years later. He's protective of his people and he's an angel bb.
These two went THROUGH it. They were so electrifying. The push + pull was fun to watch. I loved seeing the walls they both had up come crumbling down. And although I wished they would've handled things a little differently on the journey, the end result was truly beautiful and such a full circle moment. And even though this was part of what frustrated me, we’ve got another exception to the rule because it really did make sense for their story to play out the way it did and I can recognize that.
March 14, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ | 3.5 🌶️
This series has me HOOKED!!!
🥃 Small town
🥃 enemies to lovers
🥃 workplace romance
🥃 soft dom
🥃 found family
Aspen Ridge is officially one of my favorite fictional small towns! The places & people of this town are just so charming and I fall more in love with each book/novella!
I absolutely loved the enemies to lovers banter and tension between Dallas and Blair. From unravel me, I was expecting Dallas to be kind of a dill hole but he was SO MUCH MORE! The way he was so protective and possessive of her and the caretaking?? Top notch.
The SPICE was so good!!! Especially the scene in Dallas’s office?? 👀 🥵 this was definitely more spicy than unravel me and I think it played an important role in Blair’s healing journey.
The Hayes sibling dynamic and their text threads were hilarious. This is a fictional family I really wish I could be a part of 🤣.
So excited for Love Me to read Liam’s story!!
⚠️ on page retellings of FMC’s sexual assault history, as well as other triggers. Please read the author’s note before reading!
This series has me HOOKED!!!
🥃 Small town
🥃 enemies to lovers
🥃 workplace romance
🥃 soft dom
🥃 found family
Aspen Ridge is officially one of my favorite fictional small towns! The places & people of this town are just so charming and I fall more in love with each book/novella!
I absolutely loved the enemies to lovers banter and tension between Dallas and Blair. From unravel me, I was expecting Dallas to be kind of a dill hole but he was SO MUCH MORE! The way he was so protective and possessive of her and the caretaking?? Top notch.
The SPICE was so good!!! Especially the scene in Dallas’s office?? 👀 🥵 this was definitely more spicy than unravel me and I think it played an important role in Blair’s healing journey.
The Hayes sibling dynamic and their text threads were hilarious. This is a fictional family I really wish I could be a part of 🤣.
So excited for Love Me to read Liam’s story!!
⚠️ on page retellings of FMC’s sexual assault history, as well as other triggers. Please read the author’s note before reading!
December 2, 2024
3.5 - 4 stars!
Dallas…o Dallas! The mouth on that man!!! Swoooon. Light Dom that knew exactly what Blaire needed. Blaire has been THROUGH it and at times it felt overwhelming to read but Dallas was always there to catch her. To “chase all her demons away.” She just needed to seize it.
Crave Me had a great enemies to lovers vibe happening with all the banter to keep me glued to its pages. And like I said earlier…the mouth on Dallas! Who doesn’t love a praise kink.
This story was emotional and passionate and had all the steam I love to read. The progression of their romance and how Blaire and Dallas grew as characters was really beautiful. That ending had me reeling but Dallas and Blaire were always going to be endgame. Solid read!
ARC provided for an honest review.
Dallas…o Dallas! The mouth on that man!!! Swoooon. Light Dom that knew exactly what Blaire needed. Blaire has been THROUGH it and at times it felt overwhelming to read but Dallas was always there to catch her. To “chase all her demons away.” She just needed to seize it.
“I’d like it better if it was down your throat. Be my good girl and show me what that mouth can do other than talk back.”
Crave Me had a great enemies to lovers vibe happening with all the banter to keep me glued to its pages. And like I said earlier…the mouth on Dallas! Who doesn’t love a praise kink.
“You’re much more tolerable like this.”
“Fuck you,” she seethes.
“So sweet.” I give her a wicked smirk. “Your pussy is at least.”
This story was emotional and passionate and had all the steam I love to read. The progression of their romance and how Blaire and Dallas grew as characters was really beautiful. That ending had me reeling but Dallas and Blaire were always going to be endgame. Solid read!
ARC provided for an honest review.
December 12, 2024
4.5 ⭐️ / 3.5/4 🌶️ // Straight into book 2 and I really enjoyed it! I’m loving Jenn’s writing style. It’s easy to read, flows nicely. Great mix of plot, mystery, banter, and the SPICE. holy damn! So hottttt.
Dallas - I love a grumpy man and the passion / toxicity of an enemies to lovers story. The “hate” he showed for Blaire wasn’t hate at all and I bloody loved it. Blaire gave it as good as she got - she was a sassy firecracker. She had such a traumatic past, and I was not expecting to cry in this book but it really showed the growth and development of her character. She really defied the odds and I was so proud of her.
I really loved the dynamic between Dallas and Blaire - they were fiery, hot and such a great pair. Dallas’ mouth deserves a standing ovation. 👏🏼 I loved the trust built within their relationship, and how Blaire relinquished control and let Dallas take care of her. I loved seeing their walls come tumbling down, and the absolute full circle moment at the end (albeit a little frustrating getting there 😅)
Overall I really liked this and I’m looking forward to Liam and Hannah’s story. And I mean I’m still feral for Reid. Waiting. Impatiently.
Dallas - I love a grumpy man and the passion / toxicity of an enemies to lovers story. The “hate” he showed for Blaire wasn’t hate at all and I bloody loved it. Blaire gave it as good as she got - she was a sassy firecracker. She had such a traumatic past, and I was not expecting to cry in this book but it really showed the growth and development of her character. She really defied the odds and I was so proud of her.
I really loved the dynamic between Dallas and Blaire - they were fiery, hot and such a great pair. Dallas’ mouth deserves a standing ovation. 👏🏼 I loved the trust built within their relationship, and how Blaire relinquished control and let Dallas take care of her. I loved seeing their walls come tumbling down, and the absolute full circle moment at the end (albeit a little frustrating getting there 😅)
Overall I really liked this and I’m looking forward to Liam and Hannah’s story. And I mean I’m still feral for Reid. Waiting. Impatiently.
November 21, 2024
4.25⭐️ 4🌶️ Dallas + Blaire
It’s official. I am in love with Aspen Ridge and every single person in this town! Gah, Jenn absolutely nailed this small town series. I need to visit Bean Haven for a coffee and one of their famous pastries, eat one of Ivy’s meals at the Barrel House, tour the Aspen Ridge Distillery, and maybe even get a tattoo at Rogue!
As for this couple, I just loved them so much! Dallas is such a freak, very controlling kind of an alphahole, but also not. He’s not an ass, he just gets a kick out of pissing Blaire off. These two together are HOT HOT HOT. But NGL, it was the tender side of Dallas that came through in the last third of the book that completely took me by surprise. I wish I could say more but I don’t want to accidentally give any spoilers 🫢
Tropes:
Small Town
Enemies to Lovers
Boss x Employee
Insta-lust
Soft Dom
Dirty Talking MMC
Found Family
Aspen Ridge is the perfect small town series. Highly recommend!
Please beware of the authors note as there are quite a few on-page memories of past sexual abuse that were really heavy.
It’s official. I am in love with Aspen Ridge and every single person in this town! Gah, Jenn absolutely nailed this small town series. I need to visit Bean Haven for a coffee and one of their famous pastries, eat one of Ivy’s meals at the Barrel House, tour the Aspen Ridge Distillery, and maybe even get a tattoo at Rogue!
As for this couple, I just loved them so much! Dallas is such a freak, very controlling kind of an alphahole, but also not. He’s not an ass, he just gets a kick out of pissing Blaire off. These two together are HOT HOT HOT. But NGL, it was the tender side of Dallas that came through in the last third of the book that completely took me by surprise. I wish I could say more but I don’t want to accidentally give any spoilers 🫢
Tropes:
Small Town
Enemies to Lovers
Boss x Employee
Insta-lust
Soft Dom
Dirty Talking MMC
Found Family
Aspen Ridge is the perfect small town series. Highly recommend!
Please beware of the authors note as there are quite a few on-page memories of past sexual abuse that were really heavy.
August 12, 2025
My heart! This is the last Aspen Ridge book I read, as I read the series out of order, don't come for me. As the series went on, I wasn't the biggest fan of Dallas so I left his story for last, and now I regret my decision! Gah I love him and Blaire so much!
This was another book with some heavier themes, and poor Blaire got dealt some pretty crappy hands. Enter her boss, Dallas, who doesn't try to hide his dislike for her, which we quickly find out is just attraction, and he can't get her out of his head.
I loved their dynamic, how she was a brat to him but also felt so safe to submit to him. Their connection and desire for each other was so good, and how healing he was for her without even knowing it. The bit of plot twist at the end was unexpected, but I knew it would be okay, and it really just cemented how perfect they were for each other.
This was so well done, and I might have to say Dallas and Blaire are my favorite AR couple!
This was another book with some heavier themes, and poor Blaire got dealt some pretty crappy hands. Enter her boss, Dallas, who doesn't try to hide his dislike for her, which we quickly find out is just attraction, and he can't get her out of his head.
I loved their dynamic, how she was a brat to him but also felt so safe to submit to him. Their connection and desire for each other was so good, and how healing he was for her without even knowing it. The bit of plot twist at the end was unexpected, but I knew it would be okay, and it really just cemented how perfect they were for each other.
This was so well done, and I might have to say Dallas and Blaire are my favorite AR couple!
November 28, 2024
Arc review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
One word: HOT🔥
Tropes:
* Small Town
* Enemies to Lovers
* Boss x Employee
* Insta-lust
* Soft Dom
* Dirty Talking MMC
* Found Family
* Trauma/Healing
⭐️Jenn Plummer’s Crave Me is a sizzling and emotionally charged romance that keeps you hooked from start to finish. This book follows Dallas Hayes, COO of the family business🥃 and Blaire Hollis who works with Dallas but has a dark past she is running from. They butt heads a lot at work but there is always the charge between them if they get to close together it’s literally fire.✨When Blaire’s past gets too close, Dallas will do anything to keep Blaire safe.🤌🏽
Blaire is strong yet vulnerable, navigating her insecurities throughout the book, UGH I just wanted to hug her!❤️🩹 Dallas is passionate and protective, with a mix of charm and depth that makes him easy to root for. The chemistry between the characters is undeniable,🥵with a fiery push-and-pull dynamic that makes their relationship both passionate and heartfelt. I was feeling the tension between Blaire and Dallas through the book, it was intense!🤭
🎄Jenn Plummer does a great job exploring themes of trust, vulnerability, and self-discovery, giving the story an emotional depth that resonates. The engaging dialogue and steamy moments I absolutely loved. This book is a fantastic read for anyone who loves a romance filled with heat and heart!🙌🏽
One word: HOT🔥
Tropes:
* Small Town
* Enemies to Lovers
* Boss x Employee
* Insta-lust
* Soft Dom
* Dirty Talking MMC
* Found Family
* Trauma/Healing
⭐️Jenn Plummer’s Crave Me is a sizzling and emotionally charged romance that keeps you hooked from start to finish. This book follows Dallas Hayes, COO of the family business🥃 and Blaire Hollis who works with Dallas but has a dark past she is running from. They butt heads a lot at work but there is always the charge between them if they get to close together it’s literally fire.✨When Blaire’s past gets too close, Dallas will do anything to keep Blaire safe.🤌🏽
Blaire is strong yet vulnerable, navigating her insecurities throughout the book, UGH I just wanted to hug her!❤️🩹 Dallas is passionate and protective, with a mix of charm and depth that makes him easy to root for. The chemistry between the characters is undeniable,🥵with a fiery push-and-pull dynamic that makes their relationship both passionate and heartfelt. I was feeling the tension between Blaire and Dallas through the book, it was intense!🤭
🎄Jenn Plummer does a great job exploring themes of trust, vulnerability, and self-discovery, giving the story an emotional depth that resonates. The engaging dialogue and steamy moments I absolutely loved. This book is a fantastic read for anyone who loves a romance filled with heat and heart!🙌🏽
November 26, 2024
4.5 stars
This book by Jenn gives you everything! It has the darker edgy contemporary romance, suspense and twists with lots of spicy goodness.
Book two focuses on Sawyers twin brother Dallas, who has a strong distaste for the new employee of their family distillery. Blaire, new to town with plenty of secrets of her own really knows how to get under Dallas’s skin in the best way possible. Their banter and flirtatious vibes provide all the entertainment you need to keep you engaged.
I loved the epilogue. It’s one that is so deserved and special after reading the progression these two take through out their story.
Loved it, the perfect read to keep you warm through the winter months!
This book by Jenn gives you everything! It has the darker edgy contemporary romance, suspense and twists with lots of spicy goodness.
Book two focuses on Sawyers twin brother Dallas, who has a strong distaste for the new employee of their family distillery. Blaire, new to town with plenty of secrets of her own really knows how to get under Dallas’s skin in the best way possible. Their banter and flirtatious vibes provide all the entertainment you need to keep you engaged.
I loved the epilogue. It’s one that is so deserved and special after reading the progression these two take through out their story.
Loved it, the perfect read to keep you warm through the winter months!
November 27, 2024
4 ⭐️
4🌶️
Dallas Hayes the man that you are. If you are looking for a sweet man with a filthy mouth, look no further. Dallas is waiting for you babes.
TROPES:
🥃Hate to Love
🥃Snowed in
🥃Workplace
🥃Secret Identity
🥃Touch her and d!3
FAV QUOTES:
“Every lie. Every truth. I want it all princess.”
“Sleep. I’ve got you. I’ll chase all your demons away.”
“Walking into my room to find you already in here, bent over, bare-a$$ed in nothing but one of my T-shirts is a fking wet dream.”
4🌶️
Dallas Hayes the man that you are. If you are looking for a sweet man with a filthy mouth, look no further. Dallas is waiting for you babes.
TROPES:
🥃Hate to Love
🥃Snowed in
🥃Workplace
🥃Secret Identity
🥃Touch her and d!3
FAV QUOTES:
“Every lie. Every truth. I want it all princess.”
“Sleep. I’ve got you. I’ll chase all your demons away.”
“Walking into my room to find you already in here, bent over, bare-a$$ed in nothing but one of my T-shirts is a fking wet dream.”
December 10, 2024
4.5 ⭐️
Why you’ll love this book!!
Enemies To Lovers
Boss X Employee
Soft Dom
Insta-Lust
Dirty Talking MMC
Found Family
Small Town
The instant fireworks between Dallas and Blaire is perfect .. these two are amazing and I fell in love with both of them..His ways of supporting her is sexy as hell..
I also loved how the family treated Blaire like a member of the family right off the back even though she is new to town!!
I loved getting to see Reid again !!
Why you’ll love this book!!
Enemies To Lovers
Boss X Employee
Soft Dom
Insta-Lust
Dirty Talking MMC
Found Family
Small Town
The instant fireworks between Dallas and Blaire is perfect .. these two are amazing and I fell in love with both of them..His ways of supporting her is sexy as hell..
I also loved how the family treated Blaire like a member of the family right off the back even though she is new to town!!
I loved getting to see Reid again !!
November 22, 2024
Dallas freakin Hayes. This man and his filthy mouth had me sweating during the entire book. I loved him.
Dallas&Blaire were enemies from day one when Blaire got hired at the distillery Dallas and his family owned. He didn’t like any of the changes Blaire was making but he REALLY didn’t like the fact that he was so attracted to her. The banter between these two was amazing. It made the tension when they were alone even better 😮💨
Blaire had a lot of trauma she was running from that she kept from everyone. She didn’t trust easily and she was terrified of being abandoned. This made her throw her walls up a lot when her and Dallas started to get close. But this man made sure to let her know how she was never going to be alone or unsafe with him there🥹
I love this series so much and I can’t wait for Liam’s book next.
Thank you so much Jenn Plummer for this ARC 🤍
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
(Also Reid is the best side character/emotional support person ever and I need his book more than I need air at this point. Okay bye.)
Dallas&Blaire were enemies from day one when Blaire got hired at the distillery Dallas and his family owned. He didn’t like any of the changes Blaire was making but he REALLY didn’t like the fact that he was so attracted to her. The banter between these two was amazing. It made the tension when they were alone even better 😮💨
Blaire had a lot of trauma she was running from that she kept from everyone. She didn’t trust easily and she was terrified of being abandoned. This made her throw her walls up a lot when her and Dallas started to get close. But this man made sure to let her know how she was never going to be alone or unsafe with him there🥹
I love this series so much and I can’t wait for Liam’s book next.
Thank you so much Jenn Plummer for this ARC 🤍
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
(Also Reid is the best side character/emotional support person ever and I need his book more than I need air at this point. Okay bye.)
December 3, 2024
Dallas and Blair were EVERYTHING. The chemistry between these two was so electric. I loved the banter, honestly it was some of the best. The hate to love in this with the sprinkle on instant attraction was so perfect. I loved watching these two break down each other defenses and find out how perfect they were for each other. The spice was TOP NOTCH. Hot hot hot.
I adore Blair so much. She is my most favorite kind of female main character. She’s so sweet and strong and resilient. I adored watching her find a found family. I was so heartbroken for my girl all throughout this and especially at a certain part but Dallas really loves her through any and everything. I most definitely teared up at the end. I loved this and this couple so much. I’m so invested in this world. I loved seeing my babies Sawyer and Ivy. <3 & I’m dying for Reid’s book!!!
I adore Blair so much. She is my most favorite kind of female main character. She’s so sweet and strong and resilient. I adored watching her find a found family. I was so heartbroken for my girl all throughout this and especially at a certain part but Dallas really loves her through any and everything. I most definitely teared up at the end. I loved this and this couple so much. I’m so invested in this world. I loved seeing my babies Sawyer and Ivy. <3 & I’m dying for Reid’s book!!!
December 27, 2024
Hubo cosas que no me gustaron como se trataron, pero en general estuvo entretenido.
April 26, 2025
This ripped my heart out but I loved it still.
The tension between Dallas and Baire was 👌🏻👌🏻 I knew I was going to love them just based off of their appearance in book 1. What I did NOT expect was to be sitting there crying and feeling all the emotions.
All of the women in Jenn’s books are SO. DAMN. STRONG. Blaire was amazing. She was just just so strong and worked so hard to get to where she is. I felt for her and I loved Dallas’s support.
This was the last book I needed to catch up in the series and I can’t wait for Daddy Issues (3.5) and Wreck Me (4) to come out in the coming months!
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
🥃enemies to lovers
🥃workplace romance
🥃”crawl to me”
🥃light BDSM
🥃trauma healing
*check CWs*
The tension between Dallas and Baire was 👌🏻👌🏻 I knew I was going to love them just based off of their appearance in book 1. What I did NOT expect was to be sitting there crying and feeling all the emotions.
All of the women in Jenn’s books are SO. DAMN. STRONG. Blaire was amazing. She was just just so strong and worked so hard to get to where she is. I felt for her and I loved Dallas’s support.
This was the last book I needed to catch up in the series and I can’t wait for Daddy Issues (3.5) and Wreck Me (4) to come out in the coming months!
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
🥃enemies to lovers
🥃workplace romance
🥃”crawl to me”
🥃light BDSM
🥃trauma healing
*check CWs*
December 10, 2024
Mixed feelings on this one! The hero was a bit too alpha male for me a lot of the time but then there were scenes where he was SO sweet again and I was all like 🥹🥹🥹 I debated dnf'ing like every 20% percent but especially the last 20% were really good. Lots of angst but it was worth it in the end 🫶🏻
I received an early copy in exchange for an honest review.
I received an early copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 29, 2025
Okay, so no hate to the author but I need to get this off my chest
First off the ending was nice, but the rest of it was… eh well I’ll get into that
First off, based on the time setting it is in, any logical employer, especially a family owned business, would run a background check. Especially considering that Sawyer’s wife Ivy went through shit of her own. Wouldn’t he want to know everything humanly possible before letting a new person into her life? So realistically, she wouldn’t have gotten away with all the lies she had. Second off, I may have misinterpreted this part, but Blaire said that she doesn’t drink at the beginning of the book and then like the next chapter she’s almost black out drunk. Again I could’ve misinterpreted it. But ultimately I love kinda dark romances, but it really needs to focus on the romance too. This was straight up porn until like you’re 80% done with it. Nothing but sex and I lowkey skipped a lot of it, it just got really boring after awhile. And then what’s up with Dallas and the bathroom??? Like every time Blaire would go to the bathroom, Dallas went in right after her. And they’d fuck and leave??? Like didn’t you need to pee?? Wouldn’t you also wash your hands??
Another thing that really bothered me about Dallas was that he had very little character development. I understand that this was trying to be enemies to lovers but it was clear from the first page that they were going to fuck. And it wasn’t like “oooo they have great sexual tension, I can’t wait until they realize it” it was more like “okay… this is more like strangers to lovers”. Yeah Dallas did show that he didn’t like Blaire but really enemies don’t eye fuck each other since day one. They tell themselves they hate each other and then when they get close on accident, it hits them. Not from the first page. And don’t get me started on the ski trip.. like what was the point of that??? To make the book longer? No like raw emotions, no back story, no growth. Just a ski trip. Also, I understand that nicknames are cute and endearing, but calling someone Princess after every sentence lowkey gave me the ick.
Also why did anything that would actually bring them closer as a couple happen at the very end??? Again it was straight up porn. Maybe it was meant to be strangers to fuck buddies??? And it was all too easy to “get rid of” Andrew. Like no story on how it was done, just a very convenient character and a paragraph. Honestly hated this book. And why was Cole involved but so easily pushed aside? Like “hey I really like you” to “we’re at a bar, let’s hang out” to radio silence??
Even though it was literally porn, it was like very fast and overused. Same thing every other paragraph for like two sentences. And the only part where the make like actual love instead of just sex… is just skipped right over? That’s the part i actually want to read!
I survived though, and I made it through the book.
First off the ending was nice, but the rest of it was… eh well I’ll get into that
First off, based on the time setting it is in, any logical employer, especially a family owned business, would run a background check. Especially considering that Sawyer’s wife Ivy went through shit of her own. Wouldn’t he want to know everything humanly possible before letting a new person into her life? So realistically, she wouldn’t have gotten away with all the lies she had. Second off, I may have misinterpreted this part, but Blaire said that she doesn’t drink at the beginning of the book and then like the next chapter she’s almost black out drunk. Again I could’ve misinterpreted it. But ultimately I love kinda dark romances, but it really needs to focus on the romance too. This was straight up porn until like you’re 80% done with it. Nothing but sex and I lowkey skipped a lot of it, it just got really boring after awhile. And then what’s up with Dallas and the bathroom??? Like every time Blaire would go to the bathroom, Dallas went in right after her. And they’d fuck and leave??? Like didn’t you need to pee?? Wouldn’t you also wash your hands??
Another thing that really bothered me about Dallas was that he had very little character development. I understand that this was trying to be enemies to lovers but it was clear from the first page that they were going to fuck. And it wasn’t like “oooo they have great sexual tension, I can’t wait until they realize it” it was more like “okay… this is more like strangers to lovers”. Yeah Dallas did show that he didn’t like Blaire but really enemies don’t eye fuck each other since day one. They tell themselves they hate each other and then when they get close on accident, it hits them. Not from the first page. And don’t get me started on the ski trip.. like what was the point of that??? To make the book longer? No like raw emotions, no back story, no growth. Just a ski trip. Also, I understand that nicknames are cute and endearing, but calling someone Princess after every sentence lowkey gave me the ick.
Also why did anything that would actually bring them closer as a couple happen at the very end??? Again it was straight up porn. Maybe it was meant to be strangers to fuck buddies??? And it was all too easy to “get rid of” Andrew. Like no story on how it was done, just a very convenient character and a paragraph. Honestly hated this book. And why was Cole involved but so easily pushed aside? Like “hey I really like you” to “we’re at a bar, let’s hang out” to radio silence??
Even though it was literally porn, it was like very fast and overused. Same thing every other paragraph for like two sentences. And the only part where the make like actual love instead of just sex… is just skipped right over? That’s the part i actually want to read!
I survived though, and I made it through the book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 23, 2025
After I finished reading the first book, I immediately downloaded this one so I could dive back into the world of Aspen Ridge, and dare I say, it's even better than the first one!
Dallas and Blaire are the epitome of enemies to lovers-- Blaire was hired by Sawyer for her and Dallas to work together to bring more events to the distillery, and Dallas just refuses. He refused to hire someone in the first place, he refuses to admit that she works *with* him and not for him, and he refuses to acknowledge just why she gets underneath his skin so bad. These two have some crazy ass banter, and Blaire never lets Dallas's ways truly get to her, and especially with all that she's survived, she knows she can handle him. But when their chemistry explodes, all she be able to do the most dangerous thing of all -- trusting Dallas with her heart?
OMG, this series has me in a chokehold! Blaire and her past had me in tears, and you definitely need to be aware of the trigger warnings, but this was such a beautiful romance. The way Dallas just knew how to be with her, the way Blaire was stubborn and dominant as much as him at work versus the way she submitted to him in the bedroom was just *chefs kiss*. Plus the way their BDSM play helped heal her even more from all her trauma? It was SO good.
There's some suspense to this one too, and the fallout of it had me in tears, but the way Dallas refused to let Blaire push him away and repeatedly showed up for her? Oh my heart. Then that epilogue was just PERFECT. Gosh this wad amazing!
in summary:
the banter be bantering
the spice be spicin
The suspense had me holding my breath
and Reid? oh my Stars. I can't wait for his book!
This is such a must read series!!
Dallas and Blaire are the epitome of enemies to lovers-- Blaire was hired by Sawyer for her and Dallas to work together to bring more events to the distillery, and Dallas just refuses. He refused to hire someone in the first place, he refuses to admit that she works *with* him and not for him, and he refuses to acknowledge just why she gets underneath his skin so bad. These two have some crazy ass banter, and Blaire never lets Dallas's ways truly get to her, and especially with all that she's survived, she knows she can handle him. But when their chemistry explodes, all she be able to do the most dangerous thing of all -- trusting Dallas with her heart?
OMG, this series has me in a chokehold! Blaire and her past had me in tears, and you definitely need to be aware of the trigger warnings, but this was such a beautiful romance. The way Dallas just knew how to be with her, the way Blaire was stubborn and dominant as much as him at work versus the way she submitted to him in the bedroom was just *chefs kiss*. Plus the way their BDSM play helped heal her even more from all her trauma? It was SO good.
There's some suspense to this one too, and the fallout of it had me in tears, but the way Dallas refused to let Blaire push him away and repeatedly showed up for her? Oh my heart. Then that epilogue was just PERFECT. Gosh this wad amazing!
in summary:
the banter be bantering
the spice be spicin
The suspense had me holding my breath
and Reid? oh my Stars. I can't wait for his book!
This is such a must read series!!
November 27, 2024
Dallas MF’in Hayes. 🥵
Okay, listen, enemies to lovers has to be done right, otherwise it seems kind of weird. Like they hate each other but surprise! Now they don’t. But, Dallas and Blaire are the epitome to enemies to lovers done right. Dallas is so grumpy and Blaire has the best, snarkiest smart ass mouth that makes him even grumpier. I love it.
But, as two people physically attracted to the other, they end up being drawn together and end up giving into their attraction. The way that these two bond and laugh and love is so authentic. There’s a weekend that they’re stuck together and I could feel their relationship growing into something more than physical.
And as Jenn does, she threw in some trauma, some emotion and a whole lotta spice. I was squirming in my seat, then I was swooning and crying! I did not expect to cry but here we are.
I love the Hayes family and always enjoy reading about the side characters because eventually, they’ll be the main characters in their own stories and it makes me so excited to revisit Aspen Ridge!
Okay, listen, enemies to lovers has to be done right, otherwise it seems kind of weird. Like they hate each other but surprise! Now they don’t. But, Dallas and Blaire are the epitome to enemies to lovers done right. Dallas is so grumpy and Blaire has the best, snarkiest smart ass mouth that makes him even grumpier. I love it.
But, as two people physically attracted to the other, they end up being drawn together and end up giving into their attraction. The way that these two bond and laugh and love is so authentic. There’s a weekend that they’re stuck together and I could feel their relationship growing into something more than physical.
And as Jenn does, she threw in some trauma, some emotion and a whole lotta spice. I was squirming in my seat, then I was swooning and crying! I did not expect to cry but here we are.
I love the Hayes family and always enjoy reading about the side characters because eventually, they’ll be the main characters in their own stories and it makes me so excited to revisit Aspen Ridge!
December 5, 2024
Crave Me ARC Review
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice🌶️🌶️🌶️
I had a hard time at first getting into this but I think that was just the mood reader in me. I thoroughly enjoyed Dallas and Blaire, the dynamic of them and really just the book in general. I loved getting back to Aspen Ridge. I also enjoyed the little snippets from other characters POV, Sawyer and Liam, because their little side story bits impacted the overall relationship between Dallas and Blaire.
It didn’t feel as awkward in this one as it did in Unravel Me (because I didn’t really enjoy Reid’s pov in that book as it felt so out of place in my opinion, where as the ex boyfriend who was crazy stalker his did make sense to include).
Back to Crave Me, finding out Blaire’s past was so heartbreaking. I wanted to cry while reading her nightmares. But Dallas being her safe place was so cute. I loved that.
So thank you Jenn Plummer for giving me the opportunity to read the next installment of the Aspen Ridge series. I can’t wait to read Liam’s now since I’m a huge sucker for fake marriage/marriage of convenience trope.
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice🌶️🌶️🌶️
I had a hard time at first getting into this but I think that was just the mood reader in me. I thoroughly enjoyed Dallas and Blaire, the dynamic of them and really just the book in general. I loved getting back to Aspen Ridge. I also enjoyed the little snippets from other characters POV, Sawyer and Liam, because their little side story bits impacted the overall relationship between Dallas and Blaire.
It didn’t feel as awkward in this one as it did in Unravel Me (because I didn’t really enjoy Reid’s pov in that book as it felt so out of place in my opinion, where as the ex boyfriend who was crazy stalker his did make sense to include).
Back to Crave Me, finding out Blaire’s past was so heartbreaking. I wanted to cry while reading her nightmares. But Dallas being her safe place was so cute. I loved that.
So thank you Jenn Plummer for giving me the opportunity to read the next installment of the Aspen Ridge series. I can’t wait to read Liam’s now since I’m a huge sucker for fake marriage/marriage of convenience trope.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 27, 2024
ARC Review
Crave me (book 2 of 5: Aspen Ridge Series
Author: Jenn Plummer
Release date: December 3
Spice level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Personal rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
On a pursuit to rebuild her life, Blaire moves to Aspen Ridge to work at a small town, family owned distillery. This is where she meets her boss, Dallas. There is instant attraction between Blaire and Dallas, but he is her boss. She absolutely loves her job and the new town she hopes to stay put in. Blaire is determined to keep her past a secret from Dallas but time will tell before her secret becomes known.
My thoughts: This book has lots of spice with a little bit of mystery that I hadn’t expected. When I say lots of spice, I’m not kidding! Dominate Dallas (chef’s kiss) 🤌 I really liked how the author incorporated real life situations and was able to describe the situations respectfully as some of the topics can be challenging to read. I am in love with the Aspen Ridge series! Trigger warnings: childhood abuse, sexual abuse, Blaire’s parents were drug addicts, BDSM, and infertility.
Crave me (book 2 of 5: Aspen Ridge Series
Author: Jenn Plummer
Release date: December 3
Spice level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Personal rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
On a pursuit to rebuild her life, Blaire moves to Aspen Ridge to work at a small town, family owned distillery. This is where she meets her boss, Dallas. There is instant attraction between Blaire and Dallas, but he is her boss. She absolutely loves her job and the new town she hopes to stay put in. Blaire is determined to keep her past a secret from Dallas but time will tell before her secret becomes known.
My thoughts: This book has lots of spice with a little bit of mystery that I hadn’t expected. When I say lots of spice, I’m not kidding! Dominate Dallas (chef’s kiss) 🤌 I really liked how the author incorporated real life situations and was able to describe the situations respectfully as some of the topics can be challenging to read. I am in love with the Aspen Ridge series! Trigger warnings: childhood abuse, sexual abuse, Blaire’s parents were drug addicts, BDSM, and infertility.
July 28, 2025
This has been my fav couple of the series so far! I think the most intense story and background. I do think Dallas was wayyyy too harsh with the work place bullying stuff though as the "boss"....ugh come on dude. But Blaire did give it back to him so I will let it pass...kinda. The pranks were immature and fun for the most part. They had explosive chemistry and I appreciated that it took time for them to get to really know each other and get past their antagonistic dynamic.
Blaire's backstory was tragic and surprising. I have a huge soft spot for foster care/adoption in a story. The climax got way more intense than I expected it to and compared to the novellas and the previous book. Check your triggers for childhood abuse and SA.
Dallas was kinda a jerk but a loyal, obsessive, committed jerk once he was all in. Once his focus changed he was the over the top all in guy. Very much the burn the world for you guy.
And that end, that was tough. I appreciated that their HEA looked different than expected.
Blaire's backstory was tragic and surprising. I have a huge soft spot for foster care/adoption in a story. The climax got way more intense than I expected it to and compared to the novellas and the previous book. Check your triggers for childhood abuse and SA.
Dallas was kinda a jerk but a loyal, obsessive, committed jerk once he was all in. Once his focus changed he was the over the top all in guy. Very much the burn the world for you guy.
And that end, that was tough. I appreciated that their HEA looked different than expected.
November 30, 2024
Crave Me (Aspen Ridge, #2)
by Jenn Plummer
4⭐️
4🌶️
If you’re looking for a small town romance, past traumas, enemies to lovers/ hate to love, insta-lust , boss x employee, Dom+Sub, with a boat load of spicy scenes… then you will like this book!
MMC: Dallas is a typical alphahole who treats the MFC :Blaire so bad! He almost seemed very immature for his age ( I think that’s why I really didn’t have a connection with these characters) Blaire does put him in his place but I still felt nothing for Dallas. 😣
They do end up together and I was happy that Blaire found someone to love her and always be with her no matter what. 🩷
I did enjoy one particular character “Reid” who I hope to hear more about in the next books in this series.
Thank you Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for this arc in exchange for my honest opinion.
by Jenn Plummer
4⭐️
4🌶️
If you’re looking for a small town romance, past traumas, enemies to lovers/ hate to love, insta-lust , boss x employee, Dom+Sub, with a boat load of spicy scenes… then you will like this book!
MMC: Dallas is a typical alphahole who treats the MFC :Blaire so bad! He almost seemed very immature for his age ( I think that’s why I really didn’t have a connection with these characters) Blaire does put him in his place but I still felt nothing for Dallas. 😣
They do end up together and I was happy that Blaire found someone to love her and always be with her no matter what. 🩷
I did enjoy one particular character “Reid” who I hope to hear more about in the next books in this series.
Thank you Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for this arc in exchange for my honest opinion.
December 3, 2024
I think Jenn Plummer is such a strong writer. The actual technical aspects of her writing and her ability to craft a story are immense. And because of this, I adored her debut novel, Unravel Me, as well as her novella Ready or Not.
And it’s her writing skill that is driving my rating of Crave Me — which I thought was strong in its execution. The past trauma suffered by FMC Blair was tough for me, I won’t lie. But understanding this is a work of fiction, I focused instead on the aspects I did enjoy. The story itself was emotional and suspenseful and we got tons of great exposure to the world and characters of Aspen Ridge. Which I loved.
I also love a good enemies to lovers story and I will say the story delivered in that regard, no doubt. The banter and taunting between these two in the first third of the book was really really fun to read.
I’m really looking forward to future books in this series and think Jenn is amazing.
And it’s her writing skill that is driving my rating of Crave Me — which I thought was strong in its execution. The past trauma suffered by FMC Blair was tough for me, I won’t lie. But understanding this is a work of fiction, I focused instead on the aspects I did enjoy. The story itself was emotional and suspenseful and we got tons of great exposure to the world and characters of Aspen Ridge. Which I loved.
I also love a good enemies to lovers story and I will say the story delivered in that regard, no doubt. The banter and taunting between these two in the first third of the book was really really fun to read.
I’m really looking forward to future books in this series and think Jenn is amazing.
November 16, 2024
Okay. This is the one. I thought I was obsessed with Ivy & Sawyers story in Unravel Me, but this one has taken 1st place! The tension and banter between Dallas & Blair was some of the best I’ve read. The plot was 10/10. The spice was definitely spicing! The epilogue was exactly what I wanted it to be. I’m so glad they got their perfect hea. The included epilogue for Liam & Hannah’s story was also much needed & I just know I’m going to love their story just as much! Can’t wait to read it! Jenn released another 5 ⭐️ read and I’ll be adding the physical copy to my shelves as soon as I can!
December 3, 2024
Crave Me by Jenn Plummer
5⭐️ wow just wow. Another banger from Jenn. I love enemies to lovers and boy do Dallas and Blaire deliver. I knew from their scenes in Unravel Me, that we would be in for a ride 😛 but what I wasn’t expecting was the pure love and heart shattering story following Dallas and Blaire. Blaire is so tough and brave, and Dallas saw that and cherished her like the god damn queen she was. The steam in this book was FIREEEEEE. For me, it does not get better than exploring intimacy with a safe person and I love when that’s represented in a book. I love Jenn’s stories, they’re the perfect mix of horny, suspenseful, and moments where tears are shed for these fictional characters. Plus she does the best job at dropping little breadcrumbs about possible future pairings/storylines 😉 I’m down bad for the Aspen Ridge series and can’t wait for more 🩷
5⭐️ wow just wow. Another banger from Jenn. I love enemies to lovers and boy do Dallas and Blaire deliver. I knew from their scenes in Unravel Me, that we would be in for a ride 😛 but what I wasn’t expecting was the pure love and heart shattering story following Dallas and Blaire. Blaire is so tough and brave, and Dallas saw that and cherished her like the god damn queen she was. The steam in this book was FIREEEEEE. For me, it does not get better than exploring intimacy with a safe person and I love when that’s represented in a book. I love Jenn’s stories, they’re the perfect mix of horny, suspenseful, and moments where tears are shed for these fictional characters. Plus she does the best job at dropping little breadcrumbs about possible future pairings/storylines 😉 I’m down bad for the Aspen Ridge series and can’t wait for more 🩷
November 4, 2025
Ohhhhhhhhhh Dallas and Blaire...
I loved this story... Blaire is so strong and has overcome so much to get to the place she is and you as the reader are SOOOO proud of her!!!
Dallas is everything... the funny, the bossy, the annoying, POSSESIVE!!! ughhhh...
And how he understood when she let him know that he can not treat her different once he finds out her history.. ughhhhhhhhh
And i am always a fan of a book with a sex club element!
I wont be able to decide which is my favorite of the series but this might be it!!
I loved this story... Blaire is so strong and has overcome so much to get to the place she is and you as the reader are SOOOO proud of her!!!
Dallas is everything... the funny, the bossy, the annoying, POSSESIVE!!! ughhhh...
And how he understood when she let him know that he can not treat her different once he finds out her history.. ughhhhhhhhh
And i am always a fan of a book with a sex club element!
I wont be able to decide which is my favorite of the series but this might be it!!
December 6, 2024
Ok, so I'm obsessed with Jenn, her books, Aspen Ridge and the men she writes. 😍 Holy hell are they hot! 🔥🥵
Knowing this book is an enemies-to-lovers, I knew right off the bat I was going to love it. But hot damn, Jenn took that and said, oh just you wait Brie. Let me give you Dallas and Blaire on a silver platter and then some. 🫠🫠🫠 Seriously, this book was plain fire! Her writing is so damn good and addicting. And she doesn't just write amazing spice, but the plot be plotting, with amazing chemistry, love the found family, the banter 🤌🏻 making Crave Me, utter perfection.
Dallas, what do I say about Dallas? But, Jesus!!! 🔥🥵😮💨 That man! Jenn wrote him perfectly where I equally loved his dominating, controlling and dirty mouth self just the same as his tender, sweet, compassionate side where he stood by her side even when she didn't want him. The man who truly would do anything for her, making him her true safe place. ❣️ I was swooning and melting.
With Blaire, even though she's been battered, broken and through the ringer, I still feel as though she's a badass FMC. Independent most her life, taking care of herself, as tho there isn't anyone else, because well, there wasn't. And when she finally lets Dallas in, oh damn! It's hot, swoony, emotional, and beautiful.
I can't tell Jenn enough how much I loved this story! Thank you for the opportunity to read Crave Me as an early reader in exchange for my honest thoughts and review.
Please be sure to check trigger warnings as there is some heavy topics in this story.
Knowing this book is an enemies-to-lovers, I knew right off the bat I was going to love it. But hot damn, Jenn took that and said, oh just you wait Brie. Let me give you Dallas and Blaire on a silver platter and then some. 🫠🫠🫠 Seriously, this book was plain fire! Her writing is so damn good and addicting. And she doesn't just write amazing spice, but the plot be plotting, with amazing chemistry, love the found family, the banter 🤌🏻 making Crave Me, utter perfection.
Dallas, what do I say about Dallas? But, Jesus!!! 🔥🥵😮💨 That man! Jenn wrote him perfectly where I equally loved his dominating, controlling and dirty mouth self just the same as his tender, sweet, compassionate side where he stood by her side even when she didn't want him. The man who truly would do anything for her, making him her true safe place. ❣️ I was swooning and melting.
With Blaire, even though she's been battered, broken and through the ringer, I still feel as though she's a badass FMC. Independent most her life, taking care of herself, as tho there isn't anyone else, because well, there wasn't. And when she finally lets Dallas in, oh damn! It's hot, swoony, emotional, and beautiful.
I can't tell Jenn enough how much I loved this story! Thank you for the opportunity to read Crave Me as an early reader in exchange for my honest thoughts and review.
Please be sure to check trigger warnings as there is some heavy topics in this story.
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