I absolutely LOVED this audiobook. Wesleigh can do no wrong when it comes to her narration. She is one of the few female narrators that does not need a costar bc her man voice is better than some of the actual men out here. I said what I said! lol

Outside of the narration, the story itself was also great! It was funny, sexy and kept me entertained. I will say the bits of fat phobia were beginning to get annoying but it wasn’t brought up so often where I felt it took away from the story.

I highly recommend this audiobook. Thank you Macmillan Audio for the ALC!

This book did not disappoint! I loved how Nina was confident, sassy, and a boss. I also like the social media/influencer plot focus— which is very relevant to today. The narrator brought the story to life and made the listening experience fun!
Thank you Bramble for the ALC!

Book 2 in the Curve series did not disappoint—Danielle Allen delivers yet another page-turner dripping with confidence, sass, and steam.

Nina—bold, beautiful, and curvy . A powerhouse social media fashion influencer, she’s used to calling the shots in both her career and her love life. Settling down? Please. Nina kept a solid rotation of four men—each one serving a specific purpose—and was always on the lookout for fresh prospects. She didn’t believe in putting all her eggs in one basket when she had a whole damn farmer’s market.

But then came Russ. The fun one. The one who made her twice about the rules she swore by. There was just something about him—something magnetic, disarming, and real. While the others checked boxes, Russ sparked something deeper.

Suddenly, the queen of the roster starts wondering what it might be like to trade in the playbook for something exclusive... and possibly everlasting.

Danielle Allen writes with irresistible charm and wit, painting a vivid portrait of a woman who owns her power but might just be ready to share her heart. Plus Size Player is a fresh romance that proves love doesn’t mean losing yourself—it might just mean finding someone who sees all of you and chooses you anyway.

Plus Size Player was everything. I am absolutely obsessed—and I’m not exaggerating when I say this has officially earned a spot as one of my favorite books of the year. Danielle Allen truly did the damn thing with Nina’s story. From the first chapter, I felt like a giddy schoolgirl, and that feeling stayed with me long after the final chapter. This book was pure joy, full of heart, heat, and celebration of self-worth.

Nina is a boss. Full stop. I loved everything about her—her drive, her unapologetic fashion sense, her confidence in business and in life, and most of all, how she navigates dating as a plus-size woman. She didn’t allow anyone to disrespect her or project their insecurities onto her, but she also knew when to keep it pushing because not everyone is worth your energy—and that balance was so empowering to witness.

And Rus? Let’s talk about Rus. Because I am in love. This man had it all—swagger, sex appeal, quiet confidence, and a deeply tender, attentive side that melted me. His chemistry with Nina was electric, but it wasn’t just about the heat (though whoa... there was plenty of that). It was the way he showed up for her. The way he saw her, respected her, chose her without hesitation or ego. Their love story was sweet, spicy, and so well-earned.

The friend group continues to be such a highlight in this series. Their group texts, playful jabs, and unconditional support bring so much warmth and laughter to the story. I love how Danielle Allen builds these women up—not just as romantic leads, but as friends, professionals, and women with full, complex lives. They hype each other up, keep it real, and ride hard for their girls without judgment. It's one of my favorite things about Allen’s writing.

Now let’s talk about the audiobook narration—because Wesleigh Siobhan was utter perfection. She captured Nina’s voice so effortlessly, it didn’t feel like listening to a book—it felt like Nina herself was in my ears, telling me her story with all the sass, softness, and confidence that defines her. Every emotion, every flirty moment, every moment of quiet vulnerability—Siobhan nailed it. Her delivery was magnetic and full of personality, making the experience even more immersive and intimate. She brought so much life to the story and made it impossible to pause.

If you’re looking for a romance that will make you smile, swoon, fan yourself, and feel deeply seen—Plus Size Player is that book. I already want to re-listen. Nina and Rus, forever.

Wesleigh Siobhan once again proves why she's one of the best narrators in romance! She expertly narrates Nina's story in the Curve series. Curvy Girl Summer was great! But Plus Size Player...WOW! Compared to book one in the Curve series by Danielle Allen, Plus Size Player is a fast-paced romance with a sure and certain MMC. Player Nina has her work cut out for her as her romance with Russell turns complicated. Bravo to Allen on another can't-put-down and sexy story.

Nina’s story!! Are you kidding me sexy plus size model!! This one was a fun read! I definitely bonded with Aaliyah and Ahmad’s story more but this one was still good.

I can’t wait to read Jazz’s story!

I appreciate the ARC! NetGalley!

Thank you!

3.75 stars
Thank you to NetGalley and Bramble for the opportunity to read an advance copy of Plus Size Player by Danielle Allen.

This was a fun, fresh, and empowering romance that puts confident, complex Black characters at the center of the story in a way that felt both meaningful and joyful. Danielle Allen does a fantastic job balancing humor, heart, and heat, all while exploring themes of self-love, body positivity, and emotional vulnerability. The main character’s voice is bold and authentic, and the chemistry between the leads kept me engaged throughout.

While there were a few pacing issues and some moments that could’ve gone a bit deeper, overall this was a solid read with charm and substance. Definitely worth picking up if you enjoy smart, sexy romances with empowered heroines and swoony love interests.

Wesleigh Siobhan can do no wrong. The narration was phenomenal.

Plus Size Player is a sweet, spicy, super fun romance. I found myself kicking my feet and smiling super hard. My one critique is I wish the conflicts would have lasted just a little longer. I loved the banter, the chemistry and the steam between the main characters. Those who thought Curvy Girl Summer was a slow burn will love this because they get straight to it. Highly recommend!

I had such a good time listening to this. Wesleigh Siobhan is an awesome narrator.
Danielle Allen doesn't disappoint with her writing. I love that her stories jump you right in. Nina is that girl, plus size model and player lol. I love her and the journey to love.

The combination of Danielle Allen's writing and Wesleigh Siobhan's voice is beyond magic. I loved the banter. I laughed so many times. My emotions were all over the place with this book. I've recommended it to everyone.

As a huge huge fan of Danielle Allen, this was probably my least favorite book by her. I loved Nina as a character, but nearly every other page, someone was fat shaming her. As a plus size black woman, I have never experienced fat shaming. Especially not by men. I don’t think that this was realistic. I know it’s fiction, realistic fiction at that, but I just did not like this book.

As someone who read CGS last year and absolutely LOVED it, I had very high expectations for this release. It's safe to say that Danielle exceeded EVERY expectation. This book was fun, spicy and funny and perfect in every way! I'm already excited for the next installment.

I have had the pleasure of reading/listening to a few books narrated by Wesleigh Sioban but this took the cake. She did a phenomenal job and made an amazing book even better.

I just love this Curve series by Danielle Allen! I have become a fan of you Danielle Allen after I read your first book in this series.
Nina Ford is a plus size model and a social media content creator with a huge on-line following. Nina is beautiful and stylish, but she also enjoys dating and having a good time. Nina does on-line dating where she has a rotating line up of men that meet certain needs and qualities she likes in a partner. Nina talks to her best friends about her rotating line-up and how the top picks are called: the smart one; the fun one; and the funny one. Nina's conversations with her bffs regarding this is hilarious.

Then Nina discovers that she seems to like one of the men in her line-up more that others. There time together fun and the chemistry is HOT!!! But what happens when this man fits all the categories, but Nina must decide between a huge job opportunity or give the man of her dreams up for this opportunity.
I must also say that I loved the confidence of Nina, and how she was comfortable in her own skin. I also loved how Nina went toe to toe with people who made side comments about her size. I love how the author empowers the character of Nina and her friend.
Thank you Net-galley and Macmillan audio for the opportunity to review Plus Size Player. I Loved it! I also hope that Danielle does another installment of this series and continues this sizzling hot series!

Siobhan does it again with another BANGER of an audiobook! Curvy Girl Summer was one of my favorite audiobooks of 2024 and Plus Size Player is already in the running to be one of my favorites for 2025! The cadence, the rhythm, the BARITONE this narrator has is unparalleled. The spicy scenes in this story are made to be spicier because of she is able to control her tone.

The plot, characters, and setting are all so wonderfully written with clear intentions and a beautiful character arc. I love seeing Fat women empowered in their bodies and taking no shit from anyone. I wish books like this were written when I started dating in my early 20's so I, too, could learn to carry my plus-sized self with the same confidence and grace that Nina carries herself with. Writing revolutionary romance where the FMC knows what she wants will save this generation, I truly believe it.

Thank you, Danielle Allen, for writing books that make people like me feel seen!

This book is everything!
I don't give many 5-star ratings for romance books, but this is 5+!
GET THIS AUDIO BOOK! Thank you to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced audiobook.

Let me give much praise to Wesleigh Siobhan! Her narration made this book so fun, enjoyable, and sexy! I was grinning throughout much of it! Wesleigh's enthusiasm is felt in the listeners' ears!
They could not have picked a better narrator. She portrays all the characters in a distinct manner that fits each character. And the spice, wow, Bravo! Hold on when a certain character says "Nina..."

The author has written a book that is modern, sexy, and has a strong female lead.
This romance is smart!
The banter is the BEST!
Nina is a strong woman!
Nina can/should be admired and praised! She stands up for herself and says it like it is, she is honest and straightforward.
The handling of the relationships is realistic!
The spice is at an appropriate level!

Nina is a social media influencer who is also navigating dating but wants to maintain her privacy. She keeps a great roster of men,! Then, her personal life collides with her work life.
Hold on for a great ride! I could not stop listening to this book. I must read!

Plus size player by Danielle Allen
ARC from Macmillan audio
Release date: June 10th 2025
-AHHHH I missed Danielle’s writing she puts you right into the story and the FMC’s mind
-Nina is a confident boss ass plus size woman and that’s on her PERIOD
-I relate with her closeness from her mom and friends
-I love how comfortable Nina is in herself , dating, career, sexuality is amazing I love that
-i’m cackling she has a man for everything one for fun, one for smarts, etc i LOVE HER
-Russell sounds FINEEEE OUF , im so giddy and blushing rn how do books make me feel this way
-I love their banter , also back and forth yesss i loveee their connection
-he got her shoes HE DESIGNED I’m shook and went on a helicopter ride for a date
-He is so caring and attentive, I adore seeing a plus size black woman like Nina be loved on
-I AM DELULU FOR RUSSELL
-THE SPICE OUUU GIRL YESS 🚁🔥
-ouuu the drama and forced proximity
-I could cut the tension with a knife IM OBSESSED
-can this book be a movie plzzzzz
-we love a boss man that takes charge yes lawd
-the spice geez ouuufffff ❤️‍🔥
-the dates and scenes truly came to life
-this book was AMAZING I couldn’t put it down
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Plus Size Player is Book 2 in the Curve Series! Book 1 Curvy Girl Summer is good too! I absolutely LOVED this book (I listened to the audiobook twice while I've had the ARC) Can't wait to purchase the physical book and audiobook when it's released!

Plus Size Player is about Nina Ford who is living life baby! She has a roster of men that she dates because she doesn’t like to put all her eggs in one basket…she’s actually like that about a lot of things in her life! But as the saying goes once the right one comes along everything will change!

I loved Nina's roster of men, because she held the cards! She was a strong female lead and one that has taken up space in my mind ever since I read the book! I

You will LOVE this one! I had the pleasure of listening to the 🎧 Audiobook…and if audiobooks are your thing, you will love Wesleigh Siobhan narration (I mean you can never go wrong with her as the narrator)!

Danielle Allen did what needed to be done with Plus Size Player. From the moment I pressed play on the audio ARC, I was hooked. The pacing? Impeccable. The romance? Heart-melting. The vibe? Everything.

The main character was such a breath of fresh air—fun, confident, vulnerable, and deeply relatable. Watching her evolve and settle into her own brilliance was a beautiful part of the journey. And Russ? Whew. Russ was that man. He was tender, intentional, and romantic in all the right ways. Their chemistry lit up every page (and every minute of the audiobook), and those date scenes had me cheesin’ hard.

This story felt like love—real, deep, and grown. Their connection reminded me that sometimes, when it’s right, it just flows. As one beautiful line from the book says:

“When you find exactly what you want you will want to and it will feel like home. What I found with your father when we were 25 is rare, it happens when happens and it will happen for you too. But in the meantime live your life for you first and then find someone who fulfills you like life fulfills you. Don't worry about settling down, worry about settling in... settling into your life... Enjoying what God has blessed you with.”

And Russ? This man had me swooning with declarations like:

“When I say you're my escape I mean you're my freedom... when I say you're my escape I mean I can be myself with you... when I say you're my escape I mean that whenever and wherever we're together is the only place I want to be.”

Danielle Allen knows how to write love that feels like a warm hug and a deep breath at the same time.

If you’re looking for a romance with heart, heat, and healing—Plus Size Player needs to be on your TBR.

When the plus size player, but only when single, is confident and doesn't mind letting the people have it! I love that the MMC fell first, he was always about her, always. The narrator was amazing and read the spicy scenes making you feel like you were there to experience it yourself! The writing flowed so effortlessly. The character development was just enough of all the things.

This book is everything. I laughed so much but felt all the other feels. As a plus size woman this made me feel seen.

The narrations were perfect. I could visualize everything.