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Listen closest, and understand me when I say this with my whole chest. PLUS SIZE PLAYER by Daniella Allen is now my favorite book of 2025! I honestly don't think any book could beat this book at the moment. Omg! This book had me giggling like a school girl. I now have to get the physical copy. Nina Ford doesn’t like to put all her eggs in one basket. She works multiple jobs, she enjoys multiple hobbies, she dates multiple men. In her thirty years of life, Nina has never come across a man who has all the things she’s looking for. She’s always been content, rotating a few men in and out of her life to get her needs met. But when Russell Long, her designated “Fun Guy”, shows her that he’s good for more than just thrills, it seems too good to be true. Hunni, once Russell got his hand on Nina, he turned her every way but lose, and I LOVED IT.

The audiobook is phenomenal. I swear Wesleigh Siobhan has me questioning my sexual preferences. When Wesleigh does her man's voice, Lord forgive me, but I always fall in love. And the spicy scenes just send me over the edge.. omg, I feel like every BOOK READER or AUDIO listener should experience Wesleigh Siobhan at least once because you will never be disappointed. She knows how to bring emotions and tell the book into a live action show in your head. With all that said, this audiobook is amazing.

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬:
•Plus Size Female Lead
•Black Romance

Thank you, NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, and Tor Publishing Group, for the audiobook and ebook in exchange for my honest review.

4.5 stars rounded up

Danielle Allen delivers another extremely steamy, messy contemporary romance with a plus size heroine, this time one who likes to date around and has not intention of settling down. We don't often get the girl as the player, so it was a refreshing change and Nina does not pull her punches. She's a successful plus size fashion influencer with a rotation of men, convinced she will never find one who will give her everything she wants. But "the fun one" is starting to give her a run for her money...and then they find out he's the CEO of the company she just signed an agreement with, including a no fraternization policy.

The physical chemistry between these two is intense (and they seem to have a thing for semi-public locations that had me worried what would happen if they got caught!), but they're both equally passionate about what they do. It's a sexy, messy book with heart and a plus size heroine who loves herself and her body, and is confident in who she is no matter what microaggressions she has to deal with. I will continue to read from this author! The audio narration is fantastic, and those spicy scenes are VERY spicy y'all! I received an audio review copy via NetGalley, all opinions are my own.

Danielle Allen’s Plus Size Player is a refreshing and heartwarming continuation of her signature blend of body positivity, romance, and unapologetic confidence. Following the success of Curvy Girl Summer, Allen does an excellent job weaving crossover moments from the first book, making it a treat for fans and newcomers alike.
The romance is swoon-worthy, with just the right balance of tension and tenderness. What truly sets Allen’s writing apart, however, is her ability to create fully-realized, relatable characters who aren’t defined by their size but instead by their confidence.
The pacing is perfect, with moments of lighthearted fun and introspection that keep the story engaging from start to finish. And of course, the chemistry between the lead characters is electric.
The narrator for Plus Size Player does an exceptional job of bringing the characters and their emotions to life, adding depth and authenticity to the story. Thanks to NetGalley for this advance audiobook listen!

Rating: 5 Stars

Big thank you to NetGalley & Macmillian Audio for this ALC, in exchange for my honest review. This was a fun read; I truly enjoyed Russ & Nina’s story. I did not expect for Nina to be a player though. When I say Nina was living her life doing her big one, I was low key so happy for her. There were a few things that really stood out for me:

* Not your typical man plays in the women's face
* Nina had a whole career and her own money
* Nine was a plus size curvy girl with loads of confidence
* Nina did things on her terms when she was ready

These points stood out to me because it wasn't your typical cheater story where the man cheats on the woman and the women are left depressed and begging for attention. Nina had her choice of all kinds of men, and she kept them in rotation. When I tell you these men loved them some Nina lol. I felt so bad for them. Nina is a plus size model and influencer with beauty that is undeniable. They really wanted more with her, but she didn't want any commitments... That is until Russ came along.

Nina fought back and forth with her feelings and made me keep playing two songs in my head:
- Still Not A Player (by Big Pun)
- If I Were A Boy (Beyonce)

I just loved how Russ did not play no games with her. Wesleigh Siobhan was perfection as a narrator. Danielle Allen is a phenomenal writer, and I would be honored to read anything she writes. I do hope she continues to put out more audiobooks as I do feel that even if you have read this as a physical or e-book, the audios are a whole new experience. If you are an immersive reader, try reading the book while you listen to the audiobook... MAGICAL!

10/10 I recommend!

WOW she's done it again!!! This hit me right in the feels in the best way. Nina and Russ’s story is more than just steamy romance (though, yes, the heat was VERY much there) but a story about showing up for yourself and letting someone else show up for you too. I loved how easy their connection felt. From their playful banter to the deeper emotional moments, it all felt so real and relatable.

Russ very much gave dream MMC vibes. He was so soft but steady, the kind of partner who’s always paying attention and never afraid to say exactly how he feels. Watching Nina try to pretend like she wasn’t catching real feelings for her star player on the roster was hilarious. She was down bad from the start.

What really stuck with me and why I enjoy this series so much, was Nina herself. She’s a confident, curvy Black woman navigating her space as a content creator and not letting the world’s nonsense get in her way. There were moments where she had to push back against the nasty comments thrown her way, but she handled them with so much grace and clarity.

It was really refreshing to see her centered in a love story without being asked to shrink herself. Her friendships with Aaliyah and Jazmyn added so much heart and humor, and I loved the little glimpses of their sisterhood. This book felt like a celebration of love, of friendship, and of being fully yourself.

The Plus Size Player audiobook was everything I wanted it to be and MORE!!!! Wesleigh Siobhan consistently breathes so much life into the beautiful stories Danielle Allen creates, and this book was no different. Nina is a character who grew up with a shining example of what love looked like through her parents’ relationship, and she was unwilling to settle for anything less. One thing I really love about this series is the way we get to see these beautiful black women loved as their confident selves without having to compromise who they are.

This book was a funny, sexy, and reflective and I loved every second of it.

4.25✨ I really loved this new book by @authordanielleallen ! I devoured it in 2.5 days! Nina Ford is a social media influencer and a plus-size fashion icon who knows how to own her independence. She’s living her best life and keeping her options open, especially when it comes to men. Nina isn’t ready to settle down, or is it the right guy just hasn’t come around yet? This book is packed with Black Girl Magic, and sheds light on some the harsh realities of the modeling industry and how plus-size women are treated. All of this is wrapped up in tons of spice and a super sweet romance! Huge shout out to, @wesleigh_siobhan , as the amazing narrator!
Thanks to NetGalley for this advanced readers copy!
Version: Audiobook
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Thank you so much NetGalley for my ALC!!


I had a really great time listening to this audiobook! The narrator is amazing ✨ Nina is such a vibe and she’s so empowering and so confident of herself, she doesn’t apologize for wanting what she wants and my girl is a hustler and I LOVE THAT! Russ… that man’s mouth AHHH!! The tension was really good and the spicy scenes were HAWT, okay? 🥵
However, I personally think it lacked romance. As much as I loved the tension and the spicy scenes, I couldn’t see them being truly in love. The emotional connection between Nina and Russ was barely there- the attraction is undeniable, but I fear there weren't enough scenes of them talking about something else than wanting each other bodies for me to think they were truly in love.

Regardless, I still had a great time 🤎

Wow, this book was everything I hoped for and more! Nina did not come to play. I absolutely loved how confident she was in her plus-size body—it was so refreshing to see a FMC who fully owned her worth. This story was not a slow burn, and I was here for it.

Nina didn’t believe she could find everything she wanted in just one person, so she played the field until she got exactly what she needed. When the right one came along, she realized she didn’t have to look far at all. This book was grown and sexy in all the best ways.

The character development was phenomenal from start to finish, making every moment feel real and satisfying. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would highly recommend it!

Rating: 4 ⭐️

I was reallyyy excited for this one since I loveddd Curvy Girl Summer!! I love that Nina knows what she wants and is not going to settle until she finds the man that checks all her boxes!

Even though I enjoyed Nina and Russ, I did not feel very invested in her relationship with him. I wonder if that is because we get introduced to them after they already met and started building a relationship. BUT the spice was spicy okayyyy a it was nice to see them navigate through their careers, mixing business with pleasure.

Overall, I still had a good time listening and enjoyed Nina's relationship with her friends/coworkers and mom! I was able to get the audio, and that was great!

Thank you NetGalley for the audio ARC! 🩷

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 (4.5/5)

Danielle Allen did it again with this one! This book was so cute, and I seriously admire how she continues to represent plus-size Black women (like myself!) in such a confident, sexy, and tasteful way.

I’ll be honest—at first, the story dragged just a tiny bit for me. Keeping up with Nina’s dating rotation wasn’t really my jam, but that’s more of a personal preference than anything. Once the storyline settled in and Nina and Russ started spending real time together, though? I was hooked. Their chemistry was fire, and those spicy scenes? Yeah, Danielle deserves all the chili pepper emojis for those!

This is book two in the series, and since I read Curvy Girls Summer (and loved it), I was super excited to get early access to this one. Shoutout to NetGalley for the ARC!

Now, let’s talk about narration. Wesleigh Siobhan is the GOAT. She brings the characters to life so well that I always have to remind myself that the male voices aren’t actually voiced by a man. Her delivery, tone, and energy are chef’s kiss, every single time.

All in all, this was a super fun listen. Flirty, sexy, and full of heart. I’d absolutely listen again and definitely recommend it if you’re in the mood for a steamy, feel-good romance.

OMG!! Love love love this book!! This audio just made me even more excited for the physical to come out as well. Danielle Allen always represents us curvy women the correct way and this was written so well. Wesliegh is one of my favorite narrators, and she does it so well as usual. Reading a book that’s shows a man lusting, pursuing, and treating a curvy woman is a breath of fresh air and I’m loving it, cause I can picture myself.

The narration by Wesleigh Siobhan was phenomenal. The story was a romance with a few obstacles between the couple but an enjoyable ride. There is spice, laughs and ah ha moments in this book. I recommend it.

Audiobook/Book Review 🎧📖💜
thank you so much @brambleromance @macmillan.audio for the gifted ARC and ALC!

Plus Size Player
by Danielle Allen
Narrated by Wesleigh Siobhan

About the book 👇🏽

Nina Ford doesn’t like to put all her eggs in one basket. She works multiple jobs, she enjoys multiple hobbies, she dates multiple men.

In her thirty years of life, Nina has never come across a man who has all the things she’s looking for.

She loves fun and excitement—and she has a man for that.

She loves confidence and humor—and she has a man for that.

She loves intelligence and ambition—and she has a man for that.

She loves passion and romance—and she has a man for that.

She’s always been content rotating a few men in and out of her life to get her needs met. But when Russell Long, her designated “Fun Guy”, shows her that he’s good for more than just thrills, it seems too good to be true. Nina finds herself in a predicament.

She's found everything she's ever wanted in a career in one job.

She's found everything she's ever wanted in a partner in one man.

Inevitably, her eggs are bound to get cracked.

Like her back.

💜 My thoughts:

Oh my goodness!! Danielle Allen did it AGAIN!! One of my favorite summer books last year was Curvy Girl Summer and it looks like this year’s is going to be Plus Size Player. Allen delivers on a steamy romance that is all meat and potatoes and didn’t skimp on the servings. Equal parts addictive and delicious, it is impossible to put down. In fact, that’s why this ended up being a hybrid read of a physical book and an audiobook, I just did not want to tend to my responsibilities. The audiobook narrator was phenomenal! Relatable and relevant, this is the book you need to read this summer! I simply can’t recommend this book enough! I can’t wait to get my hands on a finished copy when it hits shelves 6/10/25.



Happy reading! 📖💜

Excellent book that has made an early move to my top 5 of the year. The story and emotions made this a fun story to listen to. I’m excited to hear Jasmine’s story next. Is there a way to find a Russ? Are they in stock somewhere in particular?!

I have mixed feelings on this book. The first half was underwhelming. I think it was because I wasn’t really feeling the connection between Nina and Russell for that first half. She was dating other people and I felt that tempered the connection between the two of them a bit.

The second half was more interesting and enjoyable, and more my vibe when it comes to romances.

The sex scenes in this book are sizzling! A++++ for those steamy scenes!

Wesleigh Siobhan is one of my favorite narrators and she did a great job with this one!

Thank you NetGalley, Macmillan audio and Danielle Allen for an ARC of the audiobook Plus Size Player. This book was so good and I really enjoyed the journey of Nina, her career and dating life. I didn’t expect the storyline to be how it was but I loved it! Wesleigh S did an amazing job bringing this story to life all of her voice changes and emotions were phenomenal, she is truly one of my favorite narrators. I like the fact that Nina was a player but was honest with all of the men on her roster. I was really rooting for Russ!

This is such a fun and sexy read! It was pure BLACK JOY reading Black Love. I won't give away any spoilers. I will say this book is a good time, and you need it in your life! This will definitely become a book club pick for many groups this summer! Don't be left out of the book club chat; get this book! Read and enjoy it! You'll be so glad you did. Bravo, Danielle!

The narration: I absolutely loved the performance by Wesleigh Siobhan! She is becoming one of my favorite narrators. I was cracking up laughing at times because of the delivery of a joke and at other times I felt for the FMC because I could hear/feel her concerns and emotions.

The story: I really enjoyed this book. The humor, the banter between the FMC and MMC, and the body positivity was perfect. At first I was not sure where this story was headed and about halfway through I audibly gasped. The romance and spice between the FMC and MMC was a good connection and I found it delightful. Great book and I am so looking forward to book #3.

I thoroughly enjoyed this casual dating turned friends to lovers turned forbidden lovers. If you all loved “Curvy Girl Summer” you will 100% love this beauty. Danielle Allen is always a must read for me.