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Made in Jersey #1
Crashed Out
A sexy category romance from Entangled's Brazen imprint...
His inspiration. His torment. And his temptation...
Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written-each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band is on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this "kid" turned into every inch the man she's always needed...
Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey...until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks-or rather storms-into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.
But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...
His inspiration. His torment. And his temptation...
Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written-each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band is on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this "kid" turned into every inch the man she's always needed...
Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey...until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks-or rather storms-into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.
But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...
175 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 7, 2015
About the author
Tessa Bailey
91 books59.5k followersNew York Times Bestselling author Tessa Bailey can solve all problems except for her own, so she focuses those efforts on stubborn, fictional blue collar men and loyal, lovable heroines. She lives on Long Island avoiding the sun and social interactions, then wonders why no one has called. Dubbed the “Michelangelo of dirty talk,” by Entertainment Weekly, Tessa writes with spice, spirit, swoon and a guaranteed happily ever after. Catch her on TikTok at @authortessabailey or check out tessabailey.com for a complete list of books.
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December 3, 2015
2.5 - "The scales are too imbalanced here." Stars!
When you talk to fellow readers about the Brazen imprint, Tessa Bailey's name is one of the first that always comes up when authors are discussed. And if I go back to the early days when Tessa was writing her Line of Duty series, the books were entertaining and full of banter and build up. You were given the time to get to know the players and the sexy-times and inevitable 'dirty talking' were a very welcome addition.
But for me lately the books seem to have lost all of the above and fallen to a default setting of sex and dirty talk with very little substance to back them up. Phrases like the following don't really come across as sexy to me, and when added to the mix of everything else being said. It takes away the sexy and just drops it right into the center of cheesy.
"pump like a nasty dog..."
"I can fill you full of thick dick"
"I want to fuck you like a beast in heat"
"working my dick like a goddamn stripper pole."
Tastes change and what was once enjoyable in a reading capacity can become the opposite, that is not unusual and has happened to me more times than I can remember. But... I don't know, I guess I just have high expectations of this author, and when using a 'younger man/older woman' trope, I expected a story to back up the sex that they are having in every available position, room and situation that Jasmine and Sarge found themselves in. And that is the crux really, everything else that did happen kind of gets lost and buried under all the sex and talking...
My other peeve, Sarge; who incidentally is seven years younger than Jasmine actually came over as the older person for most of the book because of all the dirty talk, it just didn't seem right for a guy in his early twenties, it's only the small amount of emotion that you see from the pair of them towards the end of the book that was the only time he actually read like a younger guy. I have said this before, I would really love to see Tessa write a book that didn't fall back onto relying heavily on a hero that talks dirty, especially after that last couple because for me they are starting to lose their sexiness and all merge into one another, almost like doing your weekly washing on the same cycle, just with different names and locations.
I know I will be in the minority with my feelings, I can live with that. At the end of the day we are all entitled to our opinions as well as expectations of any book, but on this occasion Crashed Out just didn't work for me.
ARC generously provided via Entangled, in exchange for the above honest review.
When you talk to fellow readers about the Brazen imprint, Tessa Bailey's name is one of the first that always comes up when authors are discussed. And if I go back to the early days when Tessa was writing her Line of Duty series, the books were entertaining and full of banter and build up. You were given the time to get to know the players and the sexy-times and inevitable 'dirty talking' were a very welcome addition.
But for me lately the books seem to have lost all of the above and fallen to a default setting of sex and dirty talk with very little substance to back them up. Phrases like the following don't really come across as sexy to me, and when added to the mix of everything else being said. It takes away the sexy and just drops it right into the center of cheesy.
"pump like a nasty dog..."
"I can fill you full of thick dick"
"I want to fuck you like a beast in heat"
"working my dick like a goddamn stripper pole."
Tastes change and what was once enjoyable in a reading capacity can become the opposite, that is not unusual and has happened to me more times than I can remember. But... I don't know, I guess I just have high expectations of this author, and when using a 'younger man/older woman' trope, I expected a story to back up the sex that they are having in every available position, room and situation that Jasmine and Sarge found themselves in. And that is the crux really, everything else that did happen kind of gets lost and buried under all the sex and talking...
My other peeve, Sarge; who incidentally is seven years younger than Jasmine actually came over as the older person for most of the book because of all the dirty talk, it just didn't seem right for a guy in his early twenties, it's only the small amount of emotion that you see from the pair of them towards the end of the book that was the only time he actually read like a younger guy. I have said this before, I would really love to see Tessa write a book that didn't fall back onto relying heavily on a hero that talks dirty, especially after that last couple because for me they are starting to lose their sexiness and all merge into one another, almost like doing your weekly washing on the same cycle, just with different names and locations.
I know I will be in the minority with my feelings, I can live with that. At the end of the day we are all entitled to our opinions as well as expectations of any book, but on this occasion Crashed Out just didn't work for me.
ARC generously provided via Entangled, in exchange for the above honest review.
September 15, 2023
3.5 If You Don't Dream Big Stars ⭐
Can Tessa Bailey dirty talk be too much? Well I think yes in this instance. The chemistry didn't exactly gel perfectly between our couple, so perhaps it felt a little forced. Although I've read the Made In Jersey series many moons ago, I've loved returning to the Blue Collar town of Hook.
“Who’s to decide what we shouldn’t do?”
In Crashed Out we meet Sarge Purcell, a famous rockstar who managed to leave town and make a success of himself. But getting away always comes with loss. The years apart has kept him from his sister and niece he's never met and of course the girl he's never forgotten and has loved forever.
Jasmine always adored her best friend's little brother Sarge and she's happy that he's temporarily returned to Hook. Except 3 years has made a huge difference. Well not for Jasmine, as her dreams have dwindled to nothing, but Sarge is no longer a young kid. In fact, he's all man with skills...
“Ride me, use me, come on me. God knows I’ve used the thought of you to come for a fucking decade.”
Quick paced and steamy, I'm a sucker for small town, blue collar heroes; but this had a cool difference. It was a complete role reversal of what I usually expect. Our gal Jasmine was the factory worker and a much older heroine being pursued and lusted over by a sexy younger musician.
Even though I didn't particularly love this story, I think it was an awesome introduction to this series. The highlight was how much Sarge was obsessed with Jasmine. Plus I know the series just gets better with each book. So there's that!
Can Tessa Bailey dirty talk be too much? Well I think yes in this instance. The chemistry didn't exactly gel perfectly between our couple, so perhaps it felt a little forced. Although I've read the Made In Jersey series many moons ago, I've loved returning to the Blue Collar town of Hook.
“Who’s to decide what we shouldn’t do?”
In Crashed Out we meet Sarge Purcell, a famous rockstar who managed to leave town and make a success of himself. But getting away always comes with loss. The years apart has kept him from his sister and niece he's never met and of course the girl he's never forgotten and has loved forever.
Jasmine always adored her best friend's little brother Sarge and she's happy that he's temporarily returned to Hook. Except 3 years has made a huge difference. Well not for Jasmine, as her dreams have dwindled to nothing, but Sarge is no longer a young kid. In fact, he's all man with skills...
“Ride me, use me, come on me. God knows I’ve used the thought of you to come for a fucking decade.”
Quick paced and steamy, I'm a sucker for small town, blue collar heroes; but this had a cool difference. It was a complete role reversal of what I usually expect. Our gal Jasmine was the factory worker and a much older heroine being pursued and lusted over by a sexy younger musician.
Even though I didn't particularly love this story, I think it was an awesome introduction to this series. The highlight was how much Sarge was obsessed with Jasmine. Plus I know the series just gets better with each book. So there's that!
May 25, 2021
5 Hitting that Special Spot Every Single Time Stars
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Spoiler Free-Don't Miss Out, ONLY 99 CENTS!!!
In sports and betting there are specific terms to identify something amazingly special, like a "Trifecta, Triple Crown or Grand Slam..."With this book and the character Sarge, Tessa Bailey "Hit it out of the Park"... There I go doing it again...Let me explain.
This book addresses:
The older woman/younger guy
The Dreams destroyed and now what
Loving your best friend's brother...
All of these are there plus the added bonus part of extremely hot, satisfying, and filthy dirty talking from a Rock God...
Oh, did not I not mention Sarge is the head of a local band gone great...all of these factors cause enough heat for us to drool for Sarge... him being the friggin BEST...
He is crazy in love with this woman Jasmine; has been for a very long time and now is able to just go for it. Pursue her full throttle.
Now the object of his affection is the one whose dreams have died...She has a beautiful singing voice, tried to make a go of it... even was so self-assured she was going to make it, she was a bit over the top for this small factory town. She tried, sent out demos but received rejection after rejections causing her to feel embarrassed and a failure with a big L on her forehead. Now she is just like everyone else... working at the factory and drinking at the local dive bar. Her days are the same and she never sings... that died.
The focus of this tale is Sarge coming off the road for the holidays and hanging out in his hometown after more than a few years. He didn't let his sister know he was coming and when he is at her door, it was a bit awkward, duh... It seems his sister is dealing with her own stuff, none good, and doesn't want to confuse her daughter about a strange man staying and then leaving at the house. Sarge feels sad and dumb; he didn't plan this right. The sis stops him when he says no worries I will find a hotel... No, that isn't necessary, you can stay with Jasmine.
Ah, no... That won't work... because neither his sister nor Jasmine knows of the longtime desire he has had for her.
Oh, what a setup... It seems Jasmine was his...BABYSITTER back in the day...(see how this is everything I told you... Winning hand and all!) Now the time has past and Sarge is a fully formed Rock GUY at 22...the kind that is buff and turns heads...Jasmine is 29 and lamenting her 30th birthday coming up...
We get it all in this story... "the older woman, I can't be with you, stuff..."
The "you are a success and people will think I am latching on to make it stuff..."
And we get some of the Best Dirty Talking, Cuddle and just Sexy-Smexy stuff Tessa Bailey could think of...
Yes, there is a real story with real characters and other secondary arcs just waiting to have their own book...
So, If you are a fan of Tessa Bailey, you know she knows how to write men we want; she also writes complete women for them. If you haven't read Tessa Bailey, then you are in for a treat...but there are a couple of things that need to be done first before you start...for real...
Have your laundry done...all the unmentionables. Depending on how fast a reader you are or if you wish to be sure you didn't miss anything...and tend to re-read, you may need to change a few times...
Make sure you have stocked up on batteries...This releases December 7th and there may be a run on Double AA's at Costco...Just sayin'...
Oh, and whatever you do... Do Not Read this at work... others will think you have come down with the flu when your skin becomes flush and glowy...
This is a new series and if the hints of what is to come happens, be prepared to want more of Made in Jersey.
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
Tessa Bailey at her best!
Your Holiday Gift will arrive on 12/7/15.
Get ready to be consumed by full-throttle passion, action, and longing.
Full review coming soon.
~●~●~●~●~●~●~
Right now I am Stunned...
This Sarge... this Rock Guy...
He is the Hottest, Dirtiest, Tongue Talented Man
Tessa Baily has ever created....
Yup, Women worried about being the older one in a relationship....
Forget about it...This will set you straight....
Get ready for Sarge and Jasmine....
By 12/7/15...there will be a Run on Batteries and need for spare Panties...
A gifted copy was provided by Entangled/Brazen Publishing, LLC via NetGalley for an honest review.
For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Spoiler Free-Don't Miss Out, ONLY 99 CENTS!!!
In sports and betting there are specific terms to identify something amazingly special, like a "Trifecta, Triple Crown or Grand Slam..."With this book and the character Sarge, Tessa Bailey "Hit it out of the Park"... There I go doing it again...Let me explain.
This book addresses:
The older woman/younger guy
The Dreams destroyed and now what
Loving your best friend's brother...
All of these are there plus the added bonus part of extremely hot, satisfying, and filthy dirty talking from a Rock God...
Oh, did not I not mention Sarge is the head of a local band gone great...all of these factors cause enough heat for us to drool for Sarge... him being the friggin BEST...
He is crazy in love with this woman Jasmine; has been for a very long time and now is able to just go for it. Pursue her full throttle.
Now the object of his affection is the one whose dreams have died...She has a beautiful singing voice, tried to make a go of it... even was so self-assured she was going to make it, she was a bit over the top for this small factory town. She tried, sent out demos but received rejection after rejections causing her to feel embarrassed and a failure with a big L on her forehead. Now she is just like everyone else... working at the factory and drinking at the local dive bar. Her days are the same and she never sings... that died.
The focus of this tale is Sarge coming off the road for the holidays and hanging out in his hometown after more than a few years. He didn't let his sister know he was coming and when he is at her door, it was a bit awkward, duh... It seems his sister is dealing with her own stuff, none good, and doesn't want to confuse her daughter about a strange man staying and then leaving at the house. Sarge feels sad and dumb; he didn't plan this right. The sis stops him when he says no worries I will find a hotel... No, that isn't necessary, you can stay with Jasmine.
Ah, no... That won't work... because neither his sister nor Jasmine knows of the longtime desire he has had for her.
Oh, what a setup... It seems Jasmine was his...BABYSITTER back in the day...(see how this is everything I told you... Winning hand and all!) Now the time has past and Sarge is a fully formed Rock GUY at 22...the kind that is buff and turns heads...Jasmine is 29 and lamenting her 30th birthday coming up...
We get it all in this story... "the older woman, I can't be with you, stuff..."
The "you are a success and people will think I am latching on to make it stuff..."
And we get some of the Best Dirty Talking, Cuddle and just Sexy-Smexy stuff Tessa Bailey could think of...
Yes, there is a real story with real characters and other secondary arcs just waiting to have their own book...
So, If you are a fan of Tessa Bailey, you know she knows how to write men we want; she also writes complete women for them. If you haven't read Tessa Bailey, then you are in for a treat...but there are a couple of things that need to be done first before you start...for real...
Have your laundry done...all the unmentionables. Depending on how fast a reader you are or if you wish to be sure you didn't miss anything...and tend to re-read, you may need to change a few times...
Make sure you have stocked up on batteries...This releases December 7th and there may be a run on Double AA's at Costco...Just sayin'...
Oh, and whatever you do... Do Not Read this at work... others will think you have come down with the flu when your skin becomes flush and glowy...
This is a new series and if the hints of what is to come happens, be prepared to want more of Made in Jersey.
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
Tessa Bailey at her best!
Your Holiday Gift will arrive on 12/7/15.
Get ready to be consumed by full-throttle passion, action, and longing.
Full review coming soon.
~●~●~●~●~●~●~
Right now I am Stunned...
This Sarge... this Rock Guy...
He is the Hottest, Dirtiest, Tongue Talented Man
Tessa Baily has ever created....
Yup, Women worried about being the older one in a relationship....
Forget about it...This will set you straight....
Get ready for Sarge and Jasmine....
By 12/7/15...there will be a Run on Batteries and need for spare Panties...
A gifted copy was provided by Entangled/Brazen Publishing, LLC via NetGalley for an honest review.
For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
December 7, 2015
3 Stars
When I heard that Tessa Bailey will be starting a new Brazen series, to say I was thrilled would be a mild understatement. Her dirty talkers are my crack of choice and I'll never get enough. Seriously. I've said it before and I'll say it again, Tessa Bailey books make my ovaries happy. I absolutely loved the setup for this series, and I already know the next books in it will be on my auto buy list. Now about Crashed out...
I'm not typically of the younger man, older woman scenario...but if Tessa writes it, I'll try it. And if said younger guy happens to be a super sexy rock god with a penchant for dirty talk, who am I to say no? Sarge Purcell has had a thing for Jasmine since he was just a teenager. As the best friend of his older sister and seven years his senior, he's certainly had his share of dirty fantasies about her. Too bad that she never viewed him that way. Now he's back on a hiatus from his band's touring and when opportunity knocks...he'll take it to tear down all her walls and convince her that she needs to take a chance on him.
So you're probably wondering why I only rated this three stars, aren't you? Well, see now here's the thing; as a reader for me there's a fine line between sexy dirty talk and plain crudeness and this book crossed it several times. Tessa Bailey has the midas touch when it comes to her heroes, the dirty talk just flows effortlessly in her previous books. But in the case of this one it felt forced and just way OTT.
I'm all for dirty talk as much as the next pervert, but the above just did nothing for me. It didn't feel natural, it was just too much and it took me out of the story quite a bit. I wanted to love it and there were parts and scenes that I certainly enjoyed the heck out of, but it just lacked that natural ease that Tessa's writing usually has.
Having have said that, I'm still definitely hooked on the series. I loved the set up for Sarge's sister, that just sounds all sorts of delicious. And of course there's his band's drummer and the manager that I'm itching to get my hands on. As much as I love Tessa's books, you can't love them all, so I'm writing this off as a fluke and I'm eagerly anticipating what else she has in store for the next books in this series.
ARC courtesy of publisher in exchange for an honest review
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Ride me, use me, come on me. God knows I've used the thought of you to come for a fucking decade."
When I heard that Tessa Bailey will be starting a new Brazen series, to say I was thrilled would be a mild understatement. Her dirty talkers are my crack of choice and I'll never get enough. Seriously. I've said it before and I'll say it again, Tessa Bailey books make my ovaries happy. I absolutely loved the setup for this series, and I already know the next books in it will be on my auto buy list. Now about Crashed out...
I'm not typically of the younger man, older woman scenario...but if Tessa writes it, I'll try it. And if said younger guy happens to be a super sexy rock god with a penchant for dirty talk, who am I to say no? Sarge Purcell has had a thing for Jasmine since he was just a teenager. As the best friend of his older sister and seven years his senior, he's certainly had his share of dirty fantasies about her. Too bad that she never viewed him that way. Now he's back on a hiatus from his band's touring and when opportunity knocks...he'll take it to tear down all her walls and convince her that she needs to take a chance on him.
So you're probably wondering why I only rated this three stars, aren't you? Well, see now here's the thing; as a reader for me there's a fine line between sexy dirty talk and plain crudeness and this book crossed it several times. Tessa Bailey has the midas touch when it comes to her heroes, the dirty talk just flows effortlessly in her previous books. But in the case of this one it felt forced and just way OTT.
Tell me your fucking legs are up in the air because you want my come. Pout for it. Let me see that little pout."
"I want to fuck you like a beast in heat..."
I'm all for dirty talk as much as the next pervert, but the above just did nothing for me. It didn't feel natural, it was just too much and it took me out of the story quite a bit. I wanted to love it and there were parts and scenes that I certainly enjoyed the heck out of, but it just lacked that natural ease that Tessa's writing usually has.
Having have said that, I'm still definitely hooked on the series. I loved the set up for Sarge's sister, that just sounds all sorts of delicious. And of course there's his band's drummer and the manager that I'm itching to get my hands on. As much as I love Tessa's books, you can't love them all, so I'm writing this off as a fluke and I'm eagerly anticipating what else she has in store for the next books in this series.
ARC courtesy of publisher in exchange for an honest review
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December 7, 2015
⭐️⭐️2 STARS⭐️⭐️
I must be upfront with you, I didn’t even read the blurb when I requested to review this book. And this for 2 reasons.
First, it’s a Brazen Book. And I’m self professed Brazen slut, to put it honestly.
Second, It’s Tessa mother fucking Bailey. And I’m addicted to her alpha heroes, their dirty talking ways and feisty heroines.
So, sue me, I didn’t read the blurb but hey, I like surprises!
And truthfully, up until 15% in the book I was agreeably surprised.
The hero, Sarge, is back in town after being gone a few years during which he became a huge rockstar.
He always had a huge crush Jasmine, his sister’s best friend—who is incidentally 7 years older.
I was all in for this kind of forbidden romance, Jasmine being uncomfortable with her new found lust toward her best friend’s baby brother.
But Sarge isn’t looking anything but grown-up now, and both his muscles and behavior show it.
I should have enjoyed this, hell I should have loved an older woman / younger man trope but it was hard to find anything enjoyable under all that sex!
Yes! I’m most certainly saying what you think I’m saying. There was so much sex, and it was so… unpolished and crass that I would have enjoyed a porn flick a little better.
I read Crashed out a few weeks ago and actually had to read some parts again today to write my review. I didn’t remember much but the sex. It wasn’t even that memorable!
For some I know this one will hit the mark, sometimes you need something hot and fast to read. Maybe my mood lately just requires a little bit more than hot sex and crass talk to get me off, so to speak.
Arc offered in exchange for an honest review
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I must be upfront with you, I didn’t even read the blurb when I requested to review this book. And this for 2 reasons.
First, it’s a Brazen Book. And I’m self professed Brazen slut, to put it honestly.
Second, It’s Tessa mother fucking Bailey. And I’m addicted to her alpha heroes, their dirty talking ways and feisty heroines.
So, sue me, I didn’t read the blurb but hey, I like surprises!
And truthfully, up until 15% in the book I was agreeably surprised.
The hero, Sarge, is back in town after being gone a few years during which he became a huge rockstar.
He always had a huge crush Jasmine, his sister’s best friend—who is incidentally 7 years older.
I was all in for this kind of forbidden romance, Jasmine being uncomfortable with her new found lust toward her best friend’s baby brother.
But Sarge isn’t looking anything but grown-up now, and both his muscles and behavior show it.
I should have enjoyed this, hell I should have loved an older woman / younger man trope but it was hard to find anything enjoyable under all that sex!
Yes! I’m most certainly saying what you think I’m saying. There was so much sex, and it was so… unpolished and crass that I would have enjoyed a porn flick a little better.
I read Crashed out a few weeks ago and actually had to read some parts again today to write my review. I didn’t remember much but the sex. It wasn’t even that memorable!
For some I know this one will hit the mark, sometimes you need something hot and fast to read. Maybe my mood lately just requires a little bit more than hot sex and crass talk to get me off, so to speak.
Arc offered in exchange for an honest review
More reviews and book talk at :
August 4, 2021
This was a pretty short audiobook, so I finished it in one day. Sarge has had a crush on Jasmine ever since she babysat him as a kid. He's a rock star now and back in town. I enjoyed how Jasmine was seven years older than Sarge, but I really got no depth to Sarge's character or why he was so in love with Jasmine. They just seemed to care about their physical relationship and that's really it. Then, Jasmine pulls away without communicating because she thinks she knows what's best, which is always frustrating. Also, Sarge made a decision regarding his sister that was really uncalled for doing without her consent, so I wasn't a fan of that. I'm assuming that was done to set up for the next book, but I wanted him to actually discuss that decision with his sister before doing it himself. Overall, this wasn't a bad book, but it was pretty lackluster and average to me.
January 23, 2019
The hero, Sarge has definitely found a place in my heart! Loved him! Not only was he kind and sensitive, but he also has this possessive and naughty side to him that makes him perfect! 🔥
July 4, 2017
The younger man/older woman is a favorite trope of mine and Tessa Bailey has written a winner.
“You think I could stop? I’d sell my fucking soul to watch you come.”
Sarge Purcell’s teenage dreams and heart was filled with Jasmine Taveras, but she never saw him as anything but her best friend’s little brother that she sometimes had to babysit. So as soon as high school ended Sarge hightailed it out of New Jersey, broken-hearted with only his guitar and the lust filled songs Jas inspired. Now after four years away with his very successful band taking a break, Sarge is returning to his home town to see his sister, meet the niece he’s never met and show Jas he’s not the boy he used to be and the man he is now won’t be ignored anymore.
This man, this brutal, uncompromising man, was a naughty fantasy come to life, even though compared to the treatment he was inflicting on her body and senses, her fantasies prior to now had been watered-down garbage.
In the last four years Jas has learned that not all dreams come true, that her dream of leaving Hook and becoming a success won’t be realised. She’s also realised that Hook’s selection of good men are pretty small. Until Sarge comes back to Hook, a Sarge she doesn’t recognise at first not with how tall and muscular he’s become. She has no right to find him so sexy, not with him being so much younger than her and being her best friend’s kid brother. But his dirty talk and how alive he makes her feel is impossible to resist. But she can’t let it herself feel anything more than lust for him because he’ll be leaving soon and she’s not going to let him mess up his bright future because of her.
He’d known. Always know she was the ending for him.
I freaking LOVED Sarge. How crazy he was over Jas, how much he wanted and needed her, it made me melt into a puddle of swoon. Every woman should be loved like this. I loved that the four years apart didn’t lessen his feelings for her and how possessive and protective he was over her.
This is what it feels like to be craved. Beyond reason. Beyond anything in her experience.
Jas was a bit stubborn but then a seven year age difference can seem like a lot if the guy is only twenty-two, but I loved how she couldn’t resist him even when she tried and the fact that she knew what a good heart he had despite because of their history.
“Maybe you’re even right to be scared, Jas, because this love is rough. It’s sharp and sweet and dirty and jealous. It wakes me up in the middle of the night thinking I’m in the wrong place because you’re not there. It believed you were mine before you saw me as a man, and the waiting…the waiting made this love bigger. It’s so big and I understand why that’s scary. I’ve had time to stop being scared of it, and you haven’t.”
The romance was hot with that forbidden feeling and although I wanted to slap Jas for pushing Sarge away, I loved seeing him seducing her, winning her over. His dirty talk was so damn hot and their sexy times were scorching.
I love Tessa Bailey’s books and this one was another favorite of mine. So sweet and sexy and a must read. Highly recommended.
March 30, 2016
Usually I avoid the older woman/younger man trope as it really does nothing for me. I heard good things about this one, so I thought I'd give it a go. Surprisingly it wasn't the age difference that turned me off in this one, but the heroine herself. Jasmine was just plain annoying. She was whiny and such a "woe is me" character, and all her pushing away and hurtful attitude towards Sarge made me want to punch her in the face.
Sarge was a dirty talking awesome hero and deserved WAY better then the sad excuse of a heroine he got. The sexy times were smoking though, so I'll give that and Sarge 3 stars.
Sarge was a dirty talking awesome hero and deserved WAY better then the sad excuse of a heroine he got. The sexy times were smoking though, so I'll give that and Sarge 3 stars.
December 9, 2015
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review
"I might be younger, but I'm not young. I'm a man and I'm fucking you blind. I'm your man. Say it."
When I first read the blurb of Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey, I was immediately sold and excited to get my hands on this book. And let me tell you, Tessa Bailey did not disappoint me at all. And how could she when I was already sold with the premise of an older woman hooking up with a much younger man, who happens to be her best friend's little brother, whom she used to babysat. And toss in the fact that the much younger and sexy man has been harboring secret feelings and fantasies for his sister's best friend for years. So you can already imagine my giddiness when I finally got to read the book.
"She was about to get the kind of kiss that would get her legs up around his waist like a fucking clamp."
Crashed Out was one sexy read. It was everything that you wanted, craved, and needed in a quick steamy romance that weaved a perfect balance of emotions, vulnerability, and sweetness to help complete the story of Sarge Purcell and Jasmine Taveras. When Sarge Purcell returns back his hometown of Hook, New Jersey, he finds himself crashing at his sister's best friend's place, Jasmine, who happens to be the inspirations to all his hit songs with his band. She was the girl that he fantasized. And when he discovers that Jasmine is equally attracted to him, he finally makes his move. No longer the boy that she once knew but all man now, Jasmine couldn't deny the burning desire and feelings she begins to have for Sarge. As this blinding, insatiable force draws them together, will it crash in their faces when doubts, fears, and insecurities begins to linger? Can Jasmine stand the scrutiny that she is an older woman dating a young famous musician?
"I want to fuck you like a beast in heat, Jasmine. And you're wiggling around on top of my cock like you want it bad. So tell me again why my age is a problem."
As a big Tessa Bailey fan, she has won me over with Crashed Out. She never fails to deliver hot steamy, sexy and yet sweet romance novels that will sets hearts fluttering. Although Crashed Out deals with an older man and younger woman trope, Tessa Bailey did a brilliant job showcasing a raw, real and mature relationship. I loved everything about this book and did I mention this book was HOT!!!!! Yes, so if you are looking for a quick hot steamy read that will have you blushing, then I highly recommend Crashed Out. Now I have to patiently wait for River's story.
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...Tessa Bailey
"I might be younger, but I'm not young. I'm a man and I'm fucking you blind. I'm your man. Say it."
When I first read the blurb of Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey, I was immediately sold and excited to get my hands on this book. And let me tell you, Tessa Bailey did not disappoint me at all. And how could she when I was already sold with the premise of an older woman hooking up with a much younger man, who happens to be her best friend's little brother, whom she used to babysat. And toss in the fact that the much younger and sexy man has been harboring secret feelings and fantasies for his sister's best friend for years. So you can already imagine my giddiness when I finally got to read the book.
"She was about to get the kind of kiss that would get her legs up around his waist like a fucking clamp."
Crashed Out was one sexy read. It was everything that you wanted, craved, and needed in a quick steamy romance that weaved a perfect balance of emotions, vulnerability, and sweetness to help complete the story of Sarge Purcell and Jasmine Taveras. When Sarge Purcell returns back his hometown of Hook, New Jersey, he finds himself crashing at his sister's best friend's place, Jasmine, who happens to be the inspirations to all his hit songs with his band. She was the girl that he fantasized. And when he discovers that Jasmine is equally attracted to him, he finally makes his move. No longer the boy that she once knew but all man now, Jasmine couldn't deny the burning desire and feelings she begins to have for Sarge. As this blinding, insatiable force draws them together, will it crash in their faces when doubts, fears, and insecurities begins to linger? Can Jasmine stand the scrutiny that she is an older woman dating a young famous musician?
"I want to fuck you like a beast in heat, Jasmine. And you're wiggling around on top of my cock like you want it bad. So tell me again why my age is a problem."
As a big Tessa Bailey fan, she has won me over with Crashed Out. She never fails to deliver hot steamy, sexy and yet sweet romance novels that will sets hearts fluttering. Although Crashed Out deals with an older man and younger woman trope, Tessa Bailey did a brilliant job showcasing a raw, real and mature relationship. I loved everything about this book and did I mention this book was HOT!!!!! Yes, so if you are looking for a quick hot steamy read that will have you blushing, then I highly recommend Crashed Out. Now I have to patiently wait for River's story.
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...Tessa Bailey
December 8, 2015
*ARC received from publisher via Netgalley*
Yes, people, I can now confirm, seeing this is Tessa...
BAHAHAHAHA
I’m gonna go ahead and just say it, Sarge is like a beast in heat when it came to Jasmine, and I was all for it! HAH!
Ooof, it’s like Tessa took out her big smut gun and just let out with this one. I haven’t gotten to all of Tessa’s work yet but so far, I think this is one of hottest I’ve read of her books, ooof!
With Sarge returning to his hometown after being gone for a while, enough years have gone by, as in 4 years, so that the age difference b/w him and Jasmine is “more acceptable” and less pervy, at least as far as Jasmine is concerned. If it’s up to Sarge, I’m sure if he could’ve had his way with her 4 yrs ago, I’m sure he would’ve. But things happen… Sarge’s life moved forward positively; whereas Jas just got stuck… that’s a tough pill to swallow sometimes…
I thought it was adorable how Sarge felt about Jasmine and he really carried that torch for her, didn’t he, figuratively and may I say biblically too?
I love how Sarge is quite secure with his emotions and I think he totally carried that relationship. I’m telling ya, beast in heat or not, that kid can talk the dirty talk! And he’s sweet! And he totally gets Jasmine! And he’s generous! And I can keep going and going!
I have to say Jasmine challenged me for 2 sec but I get it. It’s hard to feel secure when it feels like the card is stacked against you. But I totally appreciate her pulling her older girl knickers and just claimed what’s hers.
Oh and the chemistry with these 2! I say one for the Brazen record… just sayin…
Super <3 Sarge!!!
Yes, people, I can now confirm, seeing this is Tessa...
BAHAHAHAHA
I’m gonna go ahead and just say it, Sarge is like a beast in heat when it came to Jasmine, and I was all for it! HAH!
Ooof, it’s like Tessa took out her big smut gun and just let out with this one. I haven’t gotten to all of Tessa’s work yet but so far, I think this is one of hottest I’ve read of her books, ooof!
With Sarge returning to his hometown after being gone for a while, enough years have gone by, as in 4 years, so that the age difference b/w him and Jasmine is “more acceptable” and less pervy, at least as far as Jasmine is concerned. If it’s up to Sarge, I’m sure if he could’ve had his way with her 4 yrs ago, I’m sure he would’ve. But things happen… Sarge’s life moved forward positively; whereas Jas just got stuck… that’s a tough pill to swallow sometimes…
I thought it was adorable how Sarge felt about Jasmine and he really carried that torch for her, didn’t he, figuratively and may I say biblically too?
I love how Sarge is quite secure with his emotions and I think he totally carried that relationship. I’m telling ya, beast in heat or not, that kid can talk the dirty talk! And he’s sweet! And he totally gets Jasmine! And he’s generous! And I can keep going and going!
I have to say Jasmine challenged me for 2 sec but I get it. It’s hard to feel secure when it feels like the card is stacked against you. But I totally appreciate her pulling her older girl knickers and just claimed what’s hers.
Oh and the chemistry with these 2! I say one for the Brazen record… just sayin…
Super <3 Sarge!!!
June 9, 2022
✩ 3.5 stars.
me 🤝🏼 reverse age gap romance.
’Her eyelids fell. “We can’t keep doing this.” She struggled a little in his grip. “After what you told me, I have no excuse. I would be leading you on.”
“Lead me on, then.” He lifted her off the ground, planting her backside against the nearest car trunk and fusing their bodies together. “I’m asking you to lead me on. There’s your permission. Make me believe this is real.”
me 🤝🏼 reverse age gap romance.
June 2, 2022
This isn't objectively a 5 star book... but I never claimed to have a fully functioning frontal cortex, bitch, so it is what it is. Sarge was just so hot— even with that stupid as fuck name. He wouldn't LET this bitch self-sabotage. His steadfastness was so hot.
—
"We can't keep doing this." "...I would be leading you on."
"Lead me on, then." He lifted her off the ground, planting her backside against the nearest car trunk and fusing their bodies together. "I'm asking you to lead me on. There's your permission."
—
"We can't keep doing this." "...I would be leading you on."
"Lead me on, then." He lifted her off the ground, planting her backside against the nearest car trunk and fusing their bodies together. "I'm asking you to lead me on. There's your permission."
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January 10, 2022DNF/NR
I gotta be honest here...
I thought I did.
But then, I didn't.
I like the age gap, the class difference and the fact that Sarge has pretty much been OBSESSED with Jasmine since forever.
But the execution is trying too hard. The dialogue is trying too hard to convince me of their connection. The fact that neither can go 2 seconds without boinking or thinking about boinking the other just got ridiculous after a while. Like they're not people with lives and jobs and families but two boinking machines.
I mean, I get it but I need more and frankly I've become accustomed to more from this author so clearly she's improved her writerly skills since this effort.
I may finish it but really...
I gotta be honest here...
I thought I did.
But then, I didn't.
I like the age gap, the class difference and the fact that Sarge has pretty much been OBSESSED with Jasmine since forever.
But the execution is trying too hard. The dialogue is trying too hard to convince me of their connection. The fact that neither can go 2 seconds without boinking or thinking about boinking the other just got ridiculous after a while. Like they're not people with lives and jobs and families but two boinking machines.
I mean, I get it but I need more and frankly I've become accustomed to more from this author so clearly she's improved her writerly skills since this effort.
I may finish it but really...
February 4, 2018
Writing: My first Tessa Baily book. 2 POVs; 3rd Person Narration. I easily get tripped up with 3rd person narration when it has more than 1 POV, but Bailey did a great job switching POVs.
I had an issue with the organization of the story and the way Bailey plopped me down in the middle of it. I kept checking to make sure I was reading book 1.
Characters: Jasmine and Sarge are the MCs. I have no idea who these MCs are. Bailey did not properly introduce us. I wanted the best for Jas and Sarge and I enjoyed their chemistry, but who are they?
Storyline: Jasmine dreamed that her talent would be her vehicle out of Hook. She was also an inspiration to the little boy she babysat, Sarge. While doors were being closed in Jas’ face, Sarge found a way to live Jas’ dream, while she was stuck in Hook. Sarge used his love and lust of his babysitter to fuel his career and make it big.
I enjoyed the dream big and to never lose sight of who you are aspect of the story. Bailey realistically demonstrated how people get lost and become complacent.
However, because I didn’t know the MCs, some of the scenes were difficult to accept. Sarge and Jas had a history that was alluded to but wasn’t played out very well in the story.
Also, there were some strange things like if Sarge is such a big shot, shouldn’t his hometown have been overrun with paparazzi? And the reasoning River (Sarge’s) sister would not allow him to stay in his childhood home was ridiculous. THEY’RE SIBLINGS!
Intimacy Scenes: Bailey can definitely do hot. Sarge was obscene, but oh so good!
But after a while it felt like it was too much. The story began to revolve around dirty words and sex.
Overall: The bones of the story were good, but there was too much focus on the sexual relationship between Sarge and Jas. The rest of the story faded in the background. But I still enjoyed it. I will definitely try another Tessa Bailey book.
I had an issue with the organization of the story and the way Bailey plopped me down in the middle of it. I kept checking to make sure I was reading book 1.
Characters: Jasmine and Sarge are the MCs. I have no idea who these MCs are. Bailey did not properly introduce us. I wanted the best for Jas and Sarge and I enjoyed their chemistry, but who are they?
Storyline: Jasmine dreamed that her talent would be her vehicle out of Hook. She was also an inspiration to the little boy she babysat, Sarge. While doors were being closed in Jas’ face, Sarge found a way to live Jas’ dream, while she was stuck in Hook. Sarge used his love and lust of his babysitter to fuel his career and make it big.
I enjoyed the dream big and to never lose sight of who you are aspect of the story. Bailey realistically demonstrated how people get lost and become complacent.
However, because I didn’t know the MCs, some of the scenes were difficult to accept. Sarge and Jas had a history that was alluded to but wasn’t played out very well in the story.
Also, there were some strange things like if Sarge is such a big shot, shouldn’t his hometown have been overrun with paparazzi? And the reasoning River (Sarge’s) sister would not allow him to stay in his childhood home was ridiculous. THEY’RE SIBLINGS!
Intimacy Scenes: Bailey can definitely do hot. Sarge was obscene, but oh so good!
But after a while it felt like it was too much. The story began to revolve around dirty words and sex.
Overall: The bones of the story were good, but there was too much focus on the sexual relationship between Sarge and Jas. The rest of the story faded in the background. But I still enjoyed it. I will definitely try another Tessa Bailey book.
Shelved as 'dnf'
August 5, 2022Tapping out at 60% - I just don’t care about these people. 🤷🏼♀️
Too much sex 🙀🤡 not enough relationship and drama — when they actually talk I just want to knock their heads together. The dynamics just don’t get me interested or excited.
I was reading this for a FB group reader challenge “outside my box”… and reverse age gap fits… but even the short length and the abundance of dirty talk couldn’t save this for me. 😬Without any emotional connection on her end it just read eerily (comically) close to a (too-long) Jessa Kane novel. These people are immediately OTT horny and I just can’t. In a blind test I have my doubts that you could tell the difference between this book and a JK book. That’s all I’m saying. 🤷🏼♀️
I need some substance. JK already has the crazy-town horny novellas covered.
Too much sex 🙀🤡 not enough relationship and drama — when they actually talk I just want to knock their heads together. The dynamics just don’t get me interested or excited.
I was reading this for a FB group reader challenge “outside my box”… and reverse age gap fits… but even the short length and the abundance of dirty talk couldn’t save this for me. 😬Without any emotional connection on her end it just read eerily (comically) close to a (too-long) Jessa Kane novel. These people are immediately OTT horny and I just can’t. In a blind test I have my doubts that you could tell the difference between this book and a JK book. That’s all I’m saying. 🤷🏼♀️
I need some substance. JK already has the crazy-town horny novellas covered.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 7, 2015
4.5 STARS
Crashed Out is exactly why I LOVE Tessa Bailey’s books! It’s lusty, funny and filled with lots of real emotion and heart. And an older woman/younger man theme? YES, PLEASE!!
I SWOONED over Sarge. He left town years before as a shy, introverted teenager and has now returned to town a rock star. He has come back to visit his sister and her child and take a break from the pressures of band life. But even though he is now famous, he has never forgotten his older sister’s best friend, Jasmine. He has been in love with her since he was young, but she never paid much attention to him. But now…well, let’s just say things have changed a LOT since Jasmine last laid eyes on Sarge!!
“But television-size and life-size were two very different things, apparently, because Sarge had been remodeled from a one-story colonial into a big brick mansion.”
Jasmine resists Sarge’s attention but he pursues her relentlessly (thank God). He is sexy…intense…sensitive…just totally irresistible. Much of the fun of reading a Tessa Bailey book is the trademark dirty talk and boy, does she deliver here. My word. Sarge is EVERYTHING!! And he writes music!! As for Jasmine, I absolutely adored the fact that she was quite a few years older than Sarge and was filled with insecurities. Why would Sarge be interested in her? After all, he could have anyone he wanted. But he has never forgotten the girl he left behind, and he is bound and determined to make her forget their age difference:
“No more fixing me sandwiches. No more ruffling my goddamn hair.” He reached down and grasped her hand, bringing it to the back of his head, moving it in a messy circle. “If I ever feel your fingers in my hair again, they’d better be pulling my face closer to whatever I’m licking.”
I also loved how Sarge encouraged Jasmine to pursue her dreams, and as with all of Ms. Bailey’s stories, family plays an important role here. Crashed Out has turned out to be one of my favorite books by Tessa Bailey. I cannot wait for more stories in this series. I highly recommend Crashed Out if you love an uber-sexy, steamy story with plenty of heart!!
(ARC provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.)
Crashed Out is exactly why I LOVE Tessa Bailey’s books! It’s lusty, funny and filled with lots of real emotion and heart. And an older woman/younger man theme? YES, PLEASE!!
I SWOONED over Sarge. He left town years before as a shy, introverted teenager and has now returned to town a rock star. He has come back to visit his sister and her child and take a break from the pressures of band life. But even though he is now famous, he has never forgotten his older sister’s best friend, Jasmine. He has been in love with her since he was young, but she never paid much attention to him. But now…well, let’s just say things have changed a LOT since Jasmine last laid eyes on Sarge!!
“But television-size and life-size were two very different things, apparently, because Sarge had been remodeled from a one-story colonial into a big brick mansion.”
Jasmine resists Sarge’s attention but he pursues her relentlessly (thank God). He is sexy…intense…sensitive…just totally irresistible. Much of the fun of reading a Tessa Bailey book is the trademark dirty talk and boy, does she deliver here. My word. Sarge is EVERYTHING!! And he writes music!! As for Jasmine, I absolutely adored the fact that she was quite a few years older than Sarge and was filled with insecurities. Why would Sarge be interested in her? After all, he could have anyone he wanted. But he has never forgotten the girl he left behind, and he is bound and determined to make her forget their age difference:
“No more fixing me sandwiches. No more ruffling my goddamn hair.” He reached down and grasped her hand, bringing it to the back of his head, moving it in a messy circle. “If I ever feel your fingers in my hair again, they’d better be pulling my face closer to whatever I’m licking.”
I also loved how Sarge encouraged Jasmine to pursue her dreams, and as with all of Ms. Bailey’s stories, family plays an important role here. Crashed Out has turned out to be one of my favorite books by Tessa Bailey. I cannot wait for more stories in this series. I highly recommend Crashed Out if you love an uber-sexy, steamy story with plenty of heart!!
(ARC provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.)
September 6, 2023
Yes, the chemistry between the two is great, but I don't know why we're acting like the heroine is 65...?
It was like the author was afraid to make the heroine older than 30...
Very bizarre.
She's 29, and he's 22... so that age gap is laughable at best. Let's calm down...
At least, make her close to 45-50, then the whole age gap conflict would make sense.
If it was reversed, a 29 year old man dating a 22 year old woman would not be a plot device.
It was like the author was afraid to make the heroine older than 30...
Very bizarre.
She's 29, and he's 22... so that age gap is laughable at best. Let's calm down...
At least, make her close to 45-50, then the whole age gap conflict would make sense.
If it was reversed, a 29 year old man dating a 22 year old woman would not be a plot device.
June 20, 2022
No more fixing me sandwiches. No more ruffling my goddamn hair.” He reached down and grasped her hand, bringing it to the back of his head, moving it in a messy circle. “If I ever feel your fingers in my hair again, they’d better be pulling my face closer to whatever I’m licking.”
“Fuck this. Stand up so I can rip the panties I made wet right off your sex-kitten ass.”
ah this was definitely interesting but
🎶 did not keep me invested
🎶The H and h felt bland
🎶The storyline was a little mediocre but I cant really blame it
🎶The sex was … turning me off
🎶The man was sweet though, gotta give him that. He fought for what he wanted
🎶Secondary characters also didn’t do much for me
“Fuck this. Stand up so I can rip the panties I made wet right off your sex-kitten ass.”
ah this was definitely interesting but
🎶 did not keep me invested
🎶The H and h felt bland
🎶The storyline was a little mediocre but I cant really blame it
🎶The sex was … turning me off
🎶The man was sweet though, gotta give him that. He fought for what he wanted
🎶Secondary characters also didn’t do much for me
July 20, 2017
Originally posted at Booklovers For Life
Hooooly god. I think… this is the hottest book of Tessa Bailey’s yet (and if you’ve read her books, you know this is saying something). Gah, I loved Crashed Out so much! Tessa never ceases to amaze me, but this book blew me away. Hands down, this is my new favorite Brazen book from her (I’m sorry, Derek!). I’ve been a huge fan of Tessa’s since the beginning of the year when I marathon’ed all her dirty, dirty books, and she’s become an auto-buy author for me – but she went above and beyond with Crashed Out. I loved everything about it, from the characters, to the writing, to the HOT HOT HOT sexy times. Seriously, I think this is the HOTTEST book Tessa Bailey’s ever written. So if you’re a fan of hers, you DON’T want to miss this new series.
The younger man/older woman trope isn’t a common one, so when I heard that’s what this book would be about, I jumped at the chance to read it, because I KNEW Tessa Bailey would make me love the hell out of it. Sarge has had a crush on his older sister’s best friend since the moment he met her, but he was 7 years younger and only a teenager. But now, Sarge is ALL grown up – he’s a famous rock star, and he’s come home to claim the one woman he never forgot about.
“Ride me, use me, come on me. God know I’ve used the thought of you to come for a fucking decade.”
Jasmine used to have dreams of getting out of Hook, New Jersey and pursuing a singing career, but years have passed and she’s still stuck in the small town, working in a factory with her best friend, who’s kid brother she used to babysit. But when Sarge returns, imagine her shock at how gorgeous and yummy this ‘kid brother’ has grown up to be. He’s a temptation she can’t resist, even though he’s younger and her best friend’s brother.
Tessa Bailey writes Jasmine and Sarge’s chemistry to utter perfection. Crashed Out has Tessa’s classic dirty talk (which somehow never gets old and repetitive) and crazy hot tension. The sexy times are just – WOW. I had to fan myself constantly during this read. Sarge’s mouth is downright filthy, and I freaking loved it. I loved how determined he is to show Jasmine that he’s not a kid anymore, and the fact that he’s younger only made everything hotter and slightly forbidden.
“I might be younger, but I’m not young. I’m a man and I’m fucking you blind. I’m your man. Say it.”
Crashed Out is a fantastic series starter from Tessa Bailey – I honestly couldn’t stop smiling and blushing while I was reading! I’ve become completely obsessed with Sarge and Jasmine’s story, and though I wish it never ended, I seriously can’t WAIT for more from the other characters. I have a feeling I’ll love the Made in Jersey series as much as, if not more than, the Line of Duty series. If you love your books dirty, then you absolutely NEED to get your hands on Crashed Out (or basically any Tessa Bailey book)!
Thanks to the publisher for generously providing me an ARC to review.
Quotes are taken from the ARC and are subject to change in the final version.
Amazon Ebook: http://amzn.to/1LCnpS7
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December 7, 2015
I like the premise of this book but the execution didn't work so well for me. Growing up, Sarge fell in love with his sister's best friend. Jasmine is eight years older, and was even his babysitter for some time. As a teen, he would use any excuse to be in the same room with her. She would ruffle his hair and be on her way, and Sarge's teenage hormones could barely take it. When he turned eighteen, he left town, found himself a band, and is now a famous rock star. In the past four years his professional life has exploded. He has traveled everywhere, made amazing music - but has not been back to visit his sister once. He feels guilty for having a niece he has never met - and he realizes his band mates and him need a short break. So he decides to surprise his sister with an unexpected visit.
Sarge's sister is so happy to see him, but is afraid her young daughter will get confused with a man staying in the house, as his sister is a single mother. So his sister ships Sarge to Jasmine's house, since she has an extra bed. Jasmine is a factory worker in her Jersey home town. She tries dating, but they usually end up as scum bags. When Sarge comes to crash in her spare room, she can't believe it's really him. When he left town four years ago, he was a scrawny kid, and now he is a man. A man with big shoulders.
...Sarge Purcell had been remodeled from a one-story colonial into a big brick mansion.
Jasmine slid her grip around his elbow, noticing his muscles go taut, but too curious to analyze that reaction. She turned him around to face her and couldn't stop the words poised on her tongue from stage diving. "Holy holy shit."
Sarge Purcell had turned into a man while he'd been gone.
Sarge immediately puts the moves on Jasmine, and this is where I started to have some problems. The romance felt so rushed. We barely get to know Jasmine and Sarge is throwing her on the kitchen counter. I felt like Jasmine was ambushed and didn't get a second to breathe. When we go inside Sarge's head - he has been in love with Jasmine for years. His attraction to her is out of control. But what about Jasmine?
Sitting beside him in the cab was the woman he'd been in cataclysmic lust with since middle school.
Jasmine needs more convincing. She is hung up on the age difference and that he is her best friend's brother. While I usually love dirty sex scenes from Tessa Bailey - and we definitely get them - they didn't feel organic to the story. Meaning, it felt like a lot of sex, and nothing else. I almost wish there hadn't been so much sex. I guess I didn't feel the emotional connection between them, especially on Jasmine's side. I wanted them to put the breaks on the constant sex and maybe - date or something.
I needed more than just dirty sex - because pages of dirty sex aren't the same when there isn't a ton of chemistry between the lovers.
Grade: C
Sarge's sister is so happy to see him, but is afraid her young daughter will get confused with a man staying in the house, as his sister is a single mother. So his sister ships Sarge to Jasmine's house, since she has an extra bed. Jasmine is a factory worker in her Jersey home town. She tries dating, but they usually end up as scum bags. When Sarge comes to crash in her spare room, she can't believe it's really him. When he left town four years ago, he was a scrawny kid, and now he is a man. A man with big shoulders.
...Sarge Purcell had been remodeled from a one-story colonial into a big brick mansion.
Jasmine slid her grip around his elbow, noticing his muscles go taut, but too curious to analyze that reaction. She turned him around to face her and couldn't stop the words poised on her tongue from stage diving. "Holy holy shit."
Sarge Purcell had turned into a man while he'd been gone.
Sarge immediately puts the moves on Jasmine, and this is where I started to have some problems. The romance felt so rushed. We barely get to know Jasmine and Sarge is throwing her on the kitchen counter. I felt like Jasmine was ambushed and didn't get a second to breathe. When we go inside Sarge's head - he has been in love with Jasmine for years. His attraction to her is out of control. But what about Jasmine?
Sitting beside him in the cab was the woman he'd been in cataclysmic lust with since middle school.
Jasmine needs more convincing. She is hung up on the age difference and that he is her best friend's brother. While I usually love dirty sex scenes from Tessa Bailey - and we definitely get them - they didn't feel organic to the story. Meaning, it felt like a lot of sex, and nothing else. I almost wish there hadn't been so much sex. I guess I didn't feel the emotional connection between them, especially on Jasmine's side. I wanted them to put the breaks on the constant sex and maybe - date or something.
I needed more than just dirty sex - because pages of dirty sex aren't the same when there isn't a ton of chemistry between the lovers.
Grade: C
September 26, 2016
Reviewed for herding cats & burning soup.
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Oh my god. I would love for one of Bailey's heroes to come talk dirty in my ear. *shivers* The things he said! Whew, girl. Tingles. Yeah. Lotta tingles. lol Crashed Out will make you swoon!
Okay so the quick of it is that Sarge made it big as a musician after leaving his small Jersey town. For the last few years has been on the road with his band and not come home to visit his family. But he has helped them financially so he's not been totally absent. Now though. It's Christmas and the band is on a break in order to make a big decision and regroup and he's come home to spend time with the people he loves most-- his sister and niece. Too bad she gave him the brush off when he got home and sent him packing. Well, sent him to stay with her best friend and the woman he's had a serious crush on for years.
These two were interesting. Sarge has had it bad for Jasmine for most of his life. She's it for him. He knows it. She...doesn't. And add in the fact she's 7 years older and best friends with his sister...well. She's put him firmly in the no way, no how category. The boy definitely has to work for it. And yummy bit of man candy that he is he does it with style and some seriously sexy swagger. I was really loving everything about him.
The heat. Holy freaking hell. Bailey does NOT skimp when it comes to turning up the heat and making a girl squirm! Sarge may be young--22--but oh he knows what he wants and will tell a girl in gloriously pervy detail. Like make your breath catch and your toes curl detail. Yeah. I totally wanted to lick him and his filthy mouth. lol
What didn't work for me? Not a whole lot but I did have trouble with their names. Neither really suited their names I didn't think--Jasmine and Sarge. They just felt off. I know they'll work for others but they bothered me. I really didn't love a secondary storyline with his sister, either. She already has me curling my lip in distaste. I'm real nervous about her book since it's a trope I hate with a fucking passion. She was a small part in this one but I can already feel myself working up a good mad. lol
All in all, though, Crashed Out was classic Tessa Bailey. Sexy, captivating, and fun with all the delicious dirty talking a girl could hope for. Add in the hardcore #Covergasm and I was one seriously happy reader-girl.
November 25, 2015
Sarge Purcell has reached a level of Rock Star status few will ever achieve. Jasmine could of never expected that her inability to see Sarge as more than her best friend’s little brother was the driving force behind his success.
Jasmine’s life hasn’t really happened as planned. She expected a music career that would take her away from Hook, New Jersey. Now she is a factory worker trying to make ends meet, stuck in the life she wanted to avoid.
Sarge returns to Hook, visits his sister for the first time in years, and comes face to face with Jasmine. He thought years and distance would of stopped his attraction but he can’t seem to break Jasmine's draw…so he decides to go for everything he has desired and more.
Sexy, passionate and emotion provoking, Crashed Out not only brings the heat but has a wonderful story to boot.
A little bias, being a Jersey Girl and all, I recommend Crashed Out as a hot romantic read. Hook is a fictional town created by Bailey but she does capture the essence of a few Northern Jersey industrial towns.
I received this ARC copy of Crashed Out from Entangled Publishing, LLC - Brazen in exchange for a honest review. This book is set for publication December 7, 2015.
My Rating: 4 stars
Written by: Tessa Bailey
Series: Made in Jersey
Sequence in Series: 1
Print Length: 175 pages
Publisher: Entangled: Brazen
Publication Date: December 7, 2015
Sold by: Macmillan
Genre: Romantic Comedy
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Jasmine’s life hasn’t really happened as planned. She expected a music career that would take her away from Hook, New Jersey. Now she is a factory worker trying to make ends meet, stuck in the life she wanted to avoid.
Sarge returns to Hook, visits his sister for the first time in years, and comes face to face with Jasmine. He thought years and distance would of stopped his attraction but he can’t seem to break Jasmine's draw…so he decides to go for everything he has desired and more.
Sexy, passionate and emotion provoking, Crashed Out not only brings the heat but has a wonderful story to boot.
A little bias, being a Jersey Girl and all, I recommend Crashed Out as a hot romantic read. Hook is a fictional town created by Bailey but she does capture the essence of a few Northern Jersey industrial towns.
I received this ARC copy of Crashed Out from Entangled Publishing, LLC - Brazen in exchange for a honest review. This book is set for publication December 7, 2015.
My Rating: 4 stars
Written by: Tessa Bailey
Series: Made in Jersey
Sequence in Series: 1
Print Length: 175 pages
Publisher: Entangled: Brazen
Publication Date: December 7, 2015
Sold by: Macmillan
Genre: Romantic Comedy
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For Reviews and More Check out: http://tometender.blogspot.com
July 4, 2017
2,5 Not dirty enough for me stars
I finally tried an author that I came across so often and I guess I chose the wrong book to start, perhaps her Line of Duty stuff would have been better...I don't know, I am not familiar with the whole Brazen format anyway.
There was a lot I expected to love in the tropes department, I was really looking forward to it: age gap (older woman with younger man), loving a best friend's sibling, being reminded to pick up your dreams and passions, a first love never forgotten, dirty talking, family ties to salvage, even some rock band life...alas, I found it all very meh.
There was just not enough depth to the story to get actually touched or moved by anything, everything happened way too quickly. While it was easy to picture and see Sarge's long infatuation/obsession with Jasmine, believe how he kept and fed his secret love for her, her character never really came off the page to justify such a fascination, her most believable trait for me is how she gave up her musical aspirations and conformed to a life of toiling and bad dates, simply relatable. I didn't have the time to really get invested in them, there was not enough building and way too much telling. The dirty talking sometimes was just silly or nonsensical to me, not erotic at all, and considering how little time they actually spent together trying to really know each other, I found it impossible to believe in their love.
The plot was even more predictable than I had anticipated and even though the writing was very easy to follow, it was also odd when it tried to be poignant and offputting instead of sexy.
Seriously, there was so much that could have been done and explored with the tropes, instead it felt flat and superficial to me, all way too conveniently wrapped up in the end. I wanted a steamy, quick read and I must say I didn't find it particularly sexy either.
I still want to try the Line of Duty serie to have a better idea if it was the author or the book, this one didn't deliver on any point for me.
I finally tried an author that I came across so often and I guess I chose the wrong book to start, perhaps her Line of Duty stuff would have been better...I don't know, I am not familiar with the whole Brazen format anyway.
There was a lot I expected to love in the tropes department, I was really looking forward to it: age gap (older woman with younger man), loving a best friend's sibling, being reminded to pick up your dreams and passions, a first love never forgotten, dirty talking, family ties to salvage, even some rock band life...alas, I found it all very meh.
There was just not enough depth to the story to get actually touched or moved by anything, everything happened way too quickly. While it was easy to picture and see Sarge's long infatuation/obsession with Jasmine, believe how he kept and fed his secret love for her, her character never really came off the page to justify such a fascination, her most believable trait for me is how she gave up her musical aspirations and conformed to a life of toiling and bad dates, simply relatable. I didn't have the time to really get invested in them, there was not enough building and way too much telling. The dirty talking sometimes was just silly or nonsensical to me, not erotic at all, and considering how little time they actually spent together trying to really know each other, I found it impossible to believe in their love.
The plot was even more predictable than I had anticipated and even though the writing was very easy to follow, it was also odd when it tried to be poignant and offputting instead of sexy.
Seriously, there was so much that could have been done and explored with the tropes, instead it felt flat and superficial to me, all way too conveniently wrapped up in the end. I wanted a steamy, quick read and I must say I didn't find it particularly sexy either.
I still want to try the Line of Duty serie to have a better idea if it was the author or the book, this one didn't deliver on any point for me.
June 24, 2021
Tessa Bailey is one of the best ‘dirty talkin’ writers out there. Yes, there were a few lines that I laughed at. I know if anyone said that to me during an intimate scene, I wouldn’t be able to keep a straight face. Huge props to Emma Wilder who did such a good job at voicing these lines.
I really loved the setup of this story. Young man desperately in love with his sister’s best friend, she’s seven years older than he is. She’s been a part of his every fantasy growing up. He comes home after four years following a hugely successful rockstar career. Each and every song, he has written about his Jasmine. Jas used to be a singer, in fact, her singing was what inspired Sarge to start playing guitar and singing himself. The story begins with Jas working full time at a crappy parts factory, feet hurting, and pride hurting more. She never made it out of town, but Sarge did.
There is something almost innocent and sweet about Sarge. He’s a rockstar, but he has never forgotten his love and what she means to him. The plot is simple, he tries to convince her that they belong together. She fights it, untimely he wins. Yay.
I could have done without the super cheesy ending, but liked the overall story.
I really loved the setup of this story. Young man desperately in love with his sister’s best friend, she’s seven years older than he is. She’s been a part of his every fantasy growing up. He comes home after four years following a hugely successful rockstar career. Each and every song, he has written about his Jasmine. Jas used to be a singer, in fact, her singing was what inspired Sarge to start playing guitar and singing himself. The story begins with Jas working full time at a crappy parts factory, feet hurting, and pride hurting more. She never made it out of town, but Sarge did.
There is something almost innocent and sweet about Sarge. He’s a rockstar, but he has never forgotten his love and what she means to him. The plot is simple, he tries to convince her that they belong together. She fights it, untimely he wins. Yay.
I could have done without the super cheesy ending, but liked the overall story.
July 6, 2022
Woah 😳 why did I wait this long to read this freaking book?! The dirty prince is a sexy man that needs his woman !!
I can’t say anything in this review because I don’t believe in spoiling!! Since, you can read this book in 3 hours flat give it a whirl!!
The scenes were delish !! The dirty talk was phenomenal and I was going crazy 😝 at work so y’all know it was damn good !!!
Happy reading everyone 🙌🏽🥰🙌🏽🥰
I can’t say anything in this review because I don’t believe in spoiling!! Since, you can read this book in 3 hours flat give it a whirl!!
The scenes were delish !! The dirty talk was phenomenal and I was going crazy 😝 at work so y’all know it was damn good !!!
Happy reading everyone 🙌🏽🥰🙌🏽🥰
March 6, 2016
4.25 stars!
January 30, 2016
***Review posted on The Eater of Books! blog***
Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey
Book One of the Made in Jersey series
Publisher: Brazen
Publication Date: December 7, 2015
Rating: 4 stars
Source: eARC from NetGalley
***Warning: this is an adult book, and for the eyes of mature readers***
Summary (from Goodreads):
His inspiration. His torment. And his temptation...
Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written-each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band is on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this "kid" turned into every inch the man she's always needed...
Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey...until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks-or rather storms-into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.
But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...
What I Liked:
WOAH this book was not what I expected. I mean, you have to expect certain things from Tessa Bailey if you've read any of her books before. Smoking hot chemistry. On-fire sex. Spunky ladies and cocky males who aren't a**holes. But this book... this book is probably tied for my favorite Bailey book (Officer Off Limits is still one of my favorite Brazen novels ever). Crashed Out might be Bailey's hottest book yet!
Also, this cover is probably my favorite Brazen cover. No one is particularly naked, and omg beanie dude! Stick a beanie on a guy take his shirt off leave some stubble/5 o'clock shadow and BAM, I am all over that guy. So this cover really worked for me.
At twenty-two, Sarge Purcell is the lead singer and guitarist of a very successful band. With the band on temporary hiatus, Sarge goes home to Hook, New Jersey for the holidays. He hasn't been back in four years, so he hasn't seen his sister River, his three-year-old niece Marcy... or Jasmine, his sister's best friend and the reason for every song he's written When Sarge shows up in Hook, Jasmine is surprised by how much he's grown... and how much he now affects her. The attraction between them is practically combustible, but Jasmine knows that he isn't here to stay. But that doesn't stop them from engaging in some steamy encounters...
I. Love. Sarge. He's twenty-two, seven years younger than Jasmine, and he's always idolized Jasmine. He's been attracted to her for years, but she had no idea. She's River's best friend, and she's always thought of Sarge as River's little brother. Now all grown up (both mentally and physically), Sarge is a threat to Jasmine's composure. He makes her feel feverish, and she makes him sweat. Sarge is a really yummy guy - he's a tiny bit arrogant, with a dirty mouth and a straightforward attitude. He never gives up on going after Jasmine, but he always gives her an out if she doesn't want his attention.
There is also a seriously swoony side to Sarge that I love. He's a musician, so he does sing to her a few times in this book. I'm usually wary of the type of protagonist that is famous, but I think Bailey wrote the archetype well. It didn't really bother me that Sarge was in a really popular band, because all he had been seeing and could see was Jasmine.
Jasmine is twenty-nine going on thirty, quite a bit older than Sarge (especially since technically he's like a boy fresh out of college). She didn't expect to be attracted to the boy she used to babysit. She hates the cougar vibe that she feels, and she's constantly reminding herself that Sarge is so much younger than her, that she's so much older than him. But she can't deny the attraction, and Sarge never fails to leave her more satisfied. Add in his sweet and thoughtful side, and she can't resist him.
I love that Bailey reverses the stigma and has a female who is so much older than the male. I personally DO NOT like these types of stories (call me weird or whatever), but it was great to see how Bailey brought about the romance. As readers, we never forget about the age difference because it constantly bothers Jasmine, despite it not bothering Sarge at all.
The chemistry is SO hot in this book. This might actually be Bailey's steamiest book (and literally all of her books are ridiculously fiery hot). Sarge and Jasmine sizzle off the page (especially Sarge!). I love that their relationship started off so physically but developed into something more. This scared Jasmine, but she quickly realized that Sarge was what (who) she wanted.
I LOVE the climax of this book -- it isn't your typical "breakup" climax! It has significantly less drama, and I LOVED that Jasmine was the one to right wrongs and go after her man. Sarge left the ball in her court, and so Jasmine was the one to decide certain things. I LOVE this. I won't discuss further for fear of something anything but I LOVE the climax of this story.
And the ending was very happy. Overall, I so enjoyed this book. It's definitely one that I'd reread again, and recommend. I've read a number of Bailey books but this is probably my favorite (or tied with Officer Off Limits)!
What I Did Not Like:
This isn't quite a dislike BUT, if you don't like stories in which the female is significantly older, this is your "warning": Jasmine is going on thirty, and Sarge is twenty-two. This usually bothers ME, but I absolutely loved how that aspect played a role in the story.
Would I Recommend It:
I highly recommend this novel! You'll WANT to meet Sarge, trust me. He is all kinds of delicious and swoony! And Jasmine is much a good match for him - tough and strong-willed and a bit cautious. I like her character development in this book, as well as his. Great character development as well as super hot romance!
Rating:
4.5 stars -> rounded down to 4 stars (no particular reason). I am so glad that I gave this book a chance, despite my reservations against it! I pretty must trust Tessa Bailey so I had a good feeling that she would change my mind. I can't wait to read River's book! Gosh her story is so intricate.
Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey
Book One of the Made in Jersey series
Publisher: Brazen
Publication Date: December 7, 2015
Rating: 4 stars
Source: eARC from NetGalley
***Warning: this is an adult book, and for the eyes of mature readers***
Summary (from Goodreads):
His inspiration. His torment. And his temptation...
Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written-each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band is on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this "kid" turned into every inch the man she's always needed...
Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey...until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks-or rather storms-into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.
But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...
What I Liked:
WOAH this book was not what I expected. I mean, you have to expect certain things from Tessa Bailey if you've read any of her books before. Smoking hot chemistry. On-fire sex. Spunky ladies and cocky males who aren't a**holes. But this book... this book is probably tied for my favorite Bailey book (Officer Off Limits is still one of my favorite Brazen novels ever). Crashed Out might be Bailey's hottest book yet!
Also, this cover is probably my favorite Brazen cover. No one is particularly naked, and omg beanie dude! Stick a beanie on a guy take his shirt off leave some stubble/5 o'clock shadow and BAM, I am all over that guy. So this cover really worked for me.
At twenty-two, Sarge Purcell is the lead singer and guitarist of a very successful band. With the band on temporary hiatus, Sarge goes home to Hook, New Jersey for the holidays. He hasn't been back in four years, so he hasn't seen his sister River, his three-year-old niece Marcy... or Jasmine, his sister's best friend and the reason for every song he's written When Sarge shows up in Hook, Jasmine is surprised by how much he's grown... and how much he now affects her. The attraction between them is practically combustible, but Jasmine knows that he isn't here to stay. But that doesn't stop them from engaging in some steamy encounters...
I. Love. Sarge. He's twenty-two, seven years younger than Jasmine, and he's always idolized Jasmine. He's been attracted to her for years, but she had no idea. She's River's best friend, and she's always thought of Sarge as River's little brother. Now all grown up (both mentally and physically), Sarge is a threat to Jasmine's composure. He makes her feel feverish, and she makes him sweat. Sarge is a really yummy guy - he's a tiny bit arrogant, with a dirty mouth and a straightforward attitude. He never gives up on going after Jasmine, but he always gives her an out if she doesn't want his attention.
There is also a seriously swoony side to Sarge that I love. He's a musician, so he does sing to her a few times in this book. I'm usually wary of the type of protagonist that is famous, but I think Bailey wrote the archetype well. It didn't really bother me that Sarge was in a really popular band, because all he had been seeing and could see was Jasmine.
Jasmine is twenty-nine going on thirty, quite a bit older than Sarge (especially since technically he's like a boy fresh out of college). She didn't expect to be attracted to the boy she used to babysit. She hates the cougar vibe that she feels, and she's constantly reminding herself that Sarge is so much younger than her, that she's so much older than him. But she can't deny the attraction, and Sarge never fails to leave her more satisfied. Add in his sweet and thoughtful side, and she can't resist him.
I love that Bailey reverses the stigma and has a female who is so much older than the male. I personally DO NOT like these types of stories (call me weird or whatever), but it was great to see how Bailey brought about the romance. As readers, we never forget about the age difference because it constantly bothers Jasmine, despite it not bothering Sarge at all.
The chemistry is SO hot in this book. This might actually be Bailey's steamiest book (and literally all of her books are ridiculously fiery hot). Sarge and Jasmine sizzle off the page (especially Sarge!). I love that their relationship started off so physically but developed into something more. This scared Jasmine, but she quickly realized that Sarge was what (who) she wanted.
I LOVE the climax of this book -- it isn't your typical "breakup" climax! It has significantly less drama, and I LOVED that Jasmine was the one to right wrongs and go after her man. Sarge left the ball in her court, and so Jasmine was the one to decide certain things. I LOVE this. I won't discuss further for fear of something anything but I LOVE the climax of this story.
And the ending was very happy. Overall, I so enjoyed this book. It's definitely one that I'd reread again, and recommend. I've read a number of Bailey books but this is probably my favorite (or tied with Officer Off Limits)!
What I Did Not Like:
This isn't quite a dislike BUT, if you don't like stories in which the female is significantly older, this is your "warning": Jasmine is going on thirty, and Sarge is twenty-two. This usually bothers ME, but I absolutely loved how that aspect played a role in the story.
Would I Recommend It:
I highly recommend this novel! You'll WANT to meet Sarge, trust me. He is all kinds of delicious and swoony! And Jasmine is much a good match for him - tough and strong-willed and a bit cautious. I like her character development in this book, as well as his. Great character development as well as super hot romance!
Rating:
4.5 stars -> rounded down to 4 stars (no particular reason). I am so glad that I gave this book a chance, despite my reservations against it! I pretty must trust Tessa Bailey so I had a good feeling that she would change my mind. I can't wait to read River's book! Gosh her story is so intricate.
December 11, 2015
3 I’m sick as f**k, Jasmine. Cure me stars
Jasmine Taveras is still stuck in her hometown in New Jersey, managing a line at the local factory. She makes a living, and alongside her best friend, River, she mulls away her twenties dreaming about a future she sidestepped.
Sarge Purcell is the writer and lead singer in the successful band Old News, and also the younger brother of River. In between contracts, his band takes a well earned break, and sarge decides to head home to catch up on the four years since he left.
He’s always held a torch for his sister’s best friend, and found her an easy muse for most of his successful songs. But nothing prepares him for meeting her, and holing up in her apartment, as her sister innocently suggests.
Jasmine finds herself drawn to the suddenly grown up Sarge, who she used to babysit, and questions her salacious thoughts about the man who is 7 years her junior.
In true Tessa Bailey style, we are presented with a passionate, dirty talker, whose undeniable devotion cannot be questioned. You feel his yearning, and go along with the exaggerated ache for his teen crush.
I felt the story focused majorly on this couples dynamics and over the top dialogue, with little story development outside Sarge’s fantasy urges.
To this end, i found it a little lacklustre, and in danger of blending in with her other stories of late.
ARC gratefully received from Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review
Jasmine Taveras is still stuck in her hometown in New Jersey, managing a line at the local factory. She makes a living, and alongside her best friend, River, she mulls away her twenties dreaming about a future she sidestepped.
Sarge Purcell is the writer and lead singer in the successful band Old News, and also the younger brother of River. In between contracts, his band takes a well earned break, and sarge decides to head home to catch up on the four years since he left.
He’s always held a torch for his sister’s best friend, and found her an easy muse for most of his successful songs. But nothing prepares him for meeting her, and holing up in her apartment, as her sister innocently suggests.
Jasmine finds herself drawn to the suddenly grown up Sarge, who she used to babysit, and questions her salacious thoughts about the man who is 7 years her junior.
”Sarge had been remodelled from a one-story colonial into a big brick mansion.”
In true Tessa Bailey style, we are presented with a passionate, dirty talker, whose undeniable devotion cannot be questioned. You feel his yearning, and go along with the exaggerated ache for his teen crush.
I felt the story focused majorly on this couples dynamics and over the top dialogue, with little story development outside Sarge’s fantasy urges.
To this end, i found it a little lacklustre, and in danger of blending in with her other stories of late.
ARC gratefully received from Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review
December 3, 2017
Ms. Bailey really knows how to rock my socks.
I don't typically go for the older woman and younger man trope. Not that I disagree with it, but it just doesn't always work for me. I'm happy to say that wasn't the case here.
Sarge has a permanent position in my book boyfriend file. That mouth... Mmm.
I liked Jasmine a lot, and while I felt the effect of her struggle, it wasn't overdone, and I appreciate that.
Everything was just right. Except that I wish it had been longer.
I don't typically go for the older woman and younger man trope. Not that I disagree with it, but it just doesn't always work for me. I'm happy to say that wasn't the case here.
Sarge has a permanent position in my book boyfriend file. That mouth... Mmm.
I liked Jasmine a lot, and while I felt the effect of her struggle, it wasn't overdone, and I appreciate that.
Everything was just right. Except that I wish it had been longer.
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