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Crashed Out

Book 1 in the series:Made in Jersey

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Tessa Bailey's 'Crashed Out' in the 'Made in Jersey' series follows the passionate romance between Jasmine and Sarge. Sarge, who has harbored feelings for Jasmine for years, returns to Hook to confront his obsession with her. The book is praised for its intense chemistry between the protagonists, steamy scenes, and the emotional journey the characters undergo. Readers are drawn into a story that delves into themes of forbidden love, self-discovery, and pursuing one's desires.

Characters:

The characters include a determined rock star and a self-doubting factory worker, with contrasting dynamics that drive the story.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is characterized by its steamy content and engaging narrative, though it may lack in-depth character development.

Plot/Storyline:

The storyline revolves around an older woman and a younger man navigating their complicated feelings and circumstances, highlighted by personal insecurities and past connections.

Setting:

The setting is a small New Jersey town that reflects the characters' working-class backgrounds and their personal histories.

Pacing:

The book's pacing is rapid, emphasizing romance and steam over extensive character exploration.
A series of knots tangled in Sarge Purcell’s stomach as his best friend and band manager, James, slowed his sixty-nine Mustang to a stop outside the familiar redbrick house. Damn, it looked smaller th...

Notes:

Crashed Out is the first book in Tessa Bailey's Made in Jersey series.
The main characters are Jasmine, a factory worker, and Sarge, a 22-year-old rock star.
There is a significant 7-year age gap between the protagonist and the hero, with Jasmine being 29.
Sarge has been in love with Jasmine since he was 16 and returned to his hometown to pursue her.
Jasmine was Sarge's babysitter, creating a potentially taboo element in their romance.
The book has strong erotic elements, noted for steamy and intense sex scenes.
Critics pointed out that Jasmine's character lacked personality compared to Sarge, which detracted from the story for some readers.
The story explores Jasmine's insecurities about her job and her relationship with Sarge.
Tessa Bailey is known for her dirty talking characters, which plays a big role in the relationship dynamics.
The author contrasts characters by showcasing Sarge's success and Jasmine's feelings of low self-worth.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings may include references to low self-esteem, anxiety about personal worth, and the dynamic of an older woman with a younger man.

Has Romance?

The book is heavily focused on the romantic relationship between the main characters, with significant development and emotional involvement.

From The Publisher:

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 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...

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