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Ashford Falls #2
Don't Make Me Beg
She was my best friend… Until she ruined my life.
I’ve spent the last eight years patiently plotting my revenge.
Now she’s back in town, and so desperate she’s willing to do anything…
Even if it means marrying the person who hates her the most.
Scout Sinclair is the town princess, the quintessential good girl in every sense of the word, who’s never broken a rule in her life.
And I’m the tattooed, bad boy with a criminal history. Some may even call me a screw-up, not that I care. Life’s easier when no one expects much from you.
There was a time when I’d have done anything for her… even taking the fall for a crime I didn’t commit…
And what did that get me?
Three years in prison, while she walked away with her spotless good-girl reputation intact.
I’ve been waiting for a chance to ruin her life the same way she ruined mine.
And now she’s back in town, desperate for my help… so desperate that she even agreed to marry me.
Everything was going according to plan until I realized one epic oversight.
Maybe love and hate are closer emotions than I thought?
Suddenly, I’m remembering why I was so quick to protect her before.
I’m afraid I just may be falling in love with my wife… again.
I’ve spent the last eight years patiently plotting my revenge.
Now she’s back in town, and so desperate she’s willing to do anything…
Even if it means marrying the person who hates her the most.
Scout Sinclair is the town princess, the quintessential good girl in every sense of the word, who’s never broken a rule in her life.
And I’m the tattooed, bad boy with a criminal history. Some may even call me a screw-up, not that I care. Life’s easier when no one expects much from you.
There was a time when I’d have done anything for her… even taking the fall for a crime I didn’t commit…
And what did that get me?
Three years in prison, while she walked away with her spotless good-girl reputation intact.
I’ve been waiting for a chance to ruin her life the same way she ruined mine.
And now she’s back in town, desperate for my help… so desperate that she even agreed to marry me.
Everything was going according to plan until I realized one epic oversight.
Maybe love and hate are closer emotions than I thought?
Suddenly, I’m remembering why I was so quick to protect her before.
I’m afraid I just may be falling in love with my wife… again.
450 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 18, 2025
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About the author
Jeré Anthony
6 books352 followersJeré Anthony (pronounced like hooray with a J) writes steamy, swoony, and hilarious romantic comedies with depth.
She is a mental health advocate, a lifelong anxiety warrior, and is ADHD AF. Her quirks bleed out into her stories making for an exciting group of characters. Because of her undiagnosed ADHD, growing up she always felt different from everyone around her. Now she strives to create stories that give readers an escape from reality while also helping them feel seen.
She loves a strong cup of coffee and thinks beer + buffalo wings are a delicacy that is unmatched.
Jeré currently lives in NW Arkansas with her husband, three children, dog, and two cats. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, driving her kids all over for travel soccer games, watching cat videos on her phone, or trying to convince her husband to go on another family adventure somewhere new.
Connect with Jeré:
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INSTAGRAM: @author_jere_anthony
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WEBSITE: JereAnthony.com
She is a mental health advocate, a lifelong anxiety warrior, and is ADHD AF. Her quirks bleed out into her stories making for an exciting group of characters. Because of her undiagnosed ADHD, growing up she always felt different from everyone around her. Now she strives to create stories that give readers an escape from reality while also helping them feel seen.
She loves a strong cup of coffee and thinks beer + buffalo wings are a delicacy that is unmatched.
Jeré currently lives in NW Arkansas with her husband, three children, dog, and two cats. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, driving her kids all over for travel soccer games, watching cat videos on her phone, or trying to convince her husband to go on another family adventure somewhere new.
Connect with Jeré:
NEWSLETTER: https://mailchi.mp/87e346b13331/jere-...
INSTAGRAM: @author_jere_anthony
TIKTOK: @author_jere_anthony
WEBSITE: JereAnthony.com
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September 4, 2025
✨ARC Review✨
Don’t Make Me Beg
By: Jere Anthony
“Don’t get it twisted, princess. I never claimed to be romantic. This is purely a revenge plan and nothing more. Got it?”
“It’s a cruel joke that my childhood best friend, the woman I’ve been in love with since I was twelve, would not only betray me after I went to prison for her, but also turn out to be the perfect counterpart to my darkest sexual desires. Out of all the women in the world, did I really have to find my match in my fake wife?”
“To be hated by Luka feels like being worshipped, like I’m the sun he revolves around. The gravity that keeps his feet anchored in reality. He sees me. Really sees me. When no one else has even given me a second look.”
Scout and Luka have so much history between them, being friends growing up. But after Scout comes back to town, we learn that friendship no longer exists. But even though Luka hates Scout now and is out for revenge he can’t help but be there to save her. I love the small town of Ashford Falls and Luka’s crazy family! And them all taking Scout in when her parents are so awful is so heart wrenching! Scout learns to find herself and her confidence thanks to Luka.
Tropes:
Marriage of Convenience
Found Family
Good Girl x Bad Boy
Childhood Friends to Enemies to Lovers
Spice starts at: 28%🔥
Spice: 3/4🌶️
Stars: 4/5⭐️
Available on Kindle Unlimited September 18th
Don’t Make Me Beg
By: Jere Anthony
“Don’t get it twisted, princess. I never claimed to be romantic. This is purely a revenge plan and nothing more. Got it?”
“It’s a cruel joke that my childhood best friend, the woman I’ve been in love with since I was twelve, would not only betray me after I went to prison for her, but also turn out to be the perfect counterpart to my darkest sexual desires. Out of all the women in the world, did I really have to find my match in my fake wife?”
“To be hated by Luka feels like being worshipped, like I’m the sun he revolves around. The gravity that keeps his feet anchored in reality. He sees me. Really sees me. When no one else has even given me a second look.”
Scout and Luka have so much history between them, being friends growing up. But after Scout comes back to town, we learn that friendship no longer exists. But even though Luka hates Scout now and is out for revenge he can’t help but be there to save her. I love the small town of Ashford Falls and Luka’s crazy family! And them all taking Scout in when her parents are so awful is so heart wrenching! Scout learns to find herself and her confidence thanks to Luka.
Tropes:
Marriage of Convenience
Found Family
Good Girl x Bad Boy
Childhood Friends to Enemies to Lovers
Spice starts at: 28%🔥
Spice: 3/4🌶️
Stars: 4/5⭐️
Available on Kindle Unlimited September 18th
September 4, 2025
ARC Reader Review. 3.5/5 Stars
The plot was a bit meh and had some serious plot holes, but I still enjoyed it. Scout working through her purity culture trauma and learning to embrace her sexuality was realistic enough but the scene of her losing her virginity wasn’t and kind of took me out of the moment. Seems pretty unlikely to me that it would’ve been that painful/she’d bleed that much after all the foreplay and fingering they’d done. Minus 1.5 stars for that and because Luka is basically a copy/paste of Tony Stark and I’m still trying to figure out how he’s turned an old Victorian house into a cross between Stark Tower and the SmartHouse from that Disney movie but also has a huge playroom. Also was confused about how Luka comes from the family he does where it appears money is no object but somehow no one got him a good enough lawyer to prevent him from being sent to prison at 18?
Overall an enjoyable read. A good story for someone who wants a lighter Dom/Sub type plot and isn’t looking for something super deep.
The plot was a bit meh and had some serious plot holes, but I still enjoyed it. Scout working through her purity culture trauma and learning to embrace her sexuality was realistic enough but the scene of her losing her virginity wasn’t and kind of took me out of the moment. Seems pretty unlikely to me that it would’ve been that painful/she’d bleed that much after all the foreplay and fingering they’d done. Minus 1.5 stars for that and because Luka is basically a copy/paste of Tony Stark and I’m still trying to figure out how he’s turned an old Victorian house into a cross between Stark Tower and the SmartHouse from that Disney movie but also has a huge playroom. Also was confused about how Luka comes from the family he does where it appears money is no object but somehow no one got him a good enough lawyer to prevent him from being sent to prison at 18?
Overall an enjoyable read. A good story for someone who wants a lighter Dom/Sub type plot and isn’t looking for something super deep.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 12, 2025
I liked the “revenge” aspect between childhood friends. Unfortunately, there really wasn’t much of it. I did skimmed after the 60% mark as I lost interest once they’re “together”.
September 4, 2025
Forced proximity, fake marriage AND friends to enemies to lovers? I‘m sat. Seated.
Also? We love a good spice and an mmc with tattoos and a motorcycle.
The book was great. I loved it.
I loved Scout and Luka together and as an individual. Their character development was top notch and well considered. They worked great together. The comfort and communication between these two? Yes, yes, yes.
It was fun to get to know / reconnect with them, their families, the town. (Even though there were times where I got confused about who is who in this town again.)
Their story catched me right from the beginning and my excitement lasted all the way through the book except for a small part in the middle.
I also would’ve liked the well… actual fake marriage to be addressed again at the end.
Jeré‘s writing style is really easy to unterstand. It’s exiting and gripping, which made the book a page turner. I got butterflies myself and was kicking my feet while reading.
Thank you so much for the ARC!
Also? We love a good spice and an mmc with tattoos and a motorcycle.
The book was great. I loved it.
I loved Scout and Luka together and as an individual. Their character development was top notch and well considered. They worked great together. The comfort and communication between these two? Yes, yes, yes.
It was fun to get to know / reconnect with them, their families, the town. (Even though there were times where I got confused about who is who in this town again.)
Their story catched me right from the beginning and my excitement lasted all the way through the book except for a small part in the middle.
I also would’ve liked the well… actual fake marriage to be addressed again at the end.
Jeré‘s writing style is really easy to unterstand. It’s exiting and gripping, which made the book a page turner. I got butterflies myself and was kicking my feet while reading.
Thank you so much for the ARC!
October 5, 2025
Luka = SWOON
Childhood friends to enemies to fake marriage to lovers
I’m obsessed!
The LOKI AI assistant was weird AF but generally funny
The kink was a good amount - it alluded to a lot more than there actually was. But it was almost like a sneak peek into a more kinky life that Luka led. He was after all just easing Scout into it so it makes sense
I loved that he called her Girl Scout 🥺
I’m glad scout eventually got herself a backbone and stood up for herself against her parents. Sure it took a giant reality check but at the end of the day she’s herself and most of that is thanks to Luka
Childhood friends to enemies to fake marriage to lovers
I’m obsessed!
The LOKI AI assistant was weird AF but generally funny
The kink was a good amount - it alluded to a lot more than there actually was. But it was almost like a sneak peek into a more kinky life that Luka led. He was after all just easing Scout into it so it makes sense
I loved that he called her Girl Scout 🥺
I’m glad scout eventually got herself a backbone and stood up for herself against her parents. Sure it took a giant reality check but at the end of the day she’s herself and most of that is thanks to Luka
February 9, 2026
This is my second book/audio from Jere and I have LOVED them both! It is fun RomCom that does dip in to some heavy topics. If you have triggers, please check those. If not, I liked going in blind!
This is the second book in the series, and so far my FAV!
In this book, you get
-Friends to Enemies to Lovers
-FMC with emotional abuse (by parents)
-FMC who finds her sexual awakening
-Light BDSM/degredation/pain kink
I will for SURE continue this series!
This is the second book in the series, and so far my FAV!
In this book, you get
-Friends to Enemies to Lovers
-FMC with emotional abuse (by parents)
-FMC who finds her sexual awakening
-Light BDSM/degredation/pain kink
I will for SURE continue this series!
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August 19, 2025Beta read <3
September 10, 2025
Thank you, Jeré Anthony, for the advanced copy!
Rating: 3.5 stars (rounded up)
I received this book for an honest review. I had fun with this book, but it was not my favorite. I think it was dragged out a little too long at points, but overall I enjoyed the story. I feel like the conflict was easily forgiven, I mean, the man went to jail... and it wasn't addressed for about half the story, I felt like, and then it was just brushed under the rug. AND PEOPLE KNEW IT WASN'T HIM WHO DID IT AND STILL TREATED HIM LIKE GARBAGE. I think this was my biggest problem with the whole book. I did enjoy the book and will continue the series if it continues. Please continue with all the brothers <3
Rating: 3.5 stars (rounded up)
I received this book for an honest review. I had fun with this book, but it was not my favorite. I think it was dragged out a little too long at points, but overall I enjoyed the story. I feel like the conflict was easily forgiven, I mean, the man went to jail... and it wasn't addressed for about half the story, I felt like, and then it was just brushed under the rug. AND PEOPLE KNEW IT WASN'T HIM WHO DID IT AND STILL TREATED HIM LIKE GARBAGE. I think this was my biggest problem with the whole book. I did enjoy the book and will continue the series if it continues. Please continue with all the brothers <3
September 19, 2025
*Fans self*
I fell in love with Don't Call Me Daddy when I stumbled upon it earlier this year and was so excited to receive an ARC of Don't Make Me Beg! It did NOT disappoint!
Scout has a tough relationship with her parents and the way she felt about herself and her purpose hit close to home. It's beautiful to see an author touch on subjects that apply to real world issues and not always have/come from a situation that's sunshine and rainbows.
It was also nice to see time jumps within the book and characters not immediately react to something that happened. There are some parts that skip over a few days or a week and it's almost like it allows the characters to grow and not always be a quick 'fall in love in a week' romance.
Let's not forget about the STEAM! The tension between these two is SO good and the spice is a perfect blend of slow burn and kink exploration.
If you love a small town romance with spice, found family, and a good girl x bad boy HEA then this book is for you!
I fell in love with Don't Call Me Daddy when I stumbled upon it earlier this year and was so excited to receive an ARC of Don't Make Me Beg! It did NOT disappoint!
Scout has a tough relationship with her parents and the way she felt about herself and her purpose hit close to home. It's beautiful to see an author touch on subjects that apply to real world issues and not always have/come from a situation that's sunshine and rainbows.
It was also nice to see time jumps within the book and characters not immediately react to something that happened. There are some parts that skip over a few days or a week and it's almost like it allows the characters to grow and not always be a quick 'fall in love in a week' romance.
Let's not forget about the STEAM! The tension between these two is SO good and the spice is a perfect blend of slow burn and kink exploration.
If you love a small town romance with spice, found family, and a good girl x bad boy HEA then this book is for you!
September 18, 2025
After reading Don't Call Me Daddy I knew I would be obsessed with the Kingsley Brothers and the beautiful mountain town of Ashford Falls. This author has jumped to the top of my must read list. I received an ARC of Don't Make Me Beg with no expectations of a review, but truly loved every second of reading this book, and I already need the third one! The author does a fantastic job of refreshing the same old tropes so it feels like I'm reading them for the first time if that makes sense. You can't help but cheer for Luca and Scout throughout the whole story. I really can't wait for the third book! I need the next Kingsley brother!
September 26, 2025
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
They were best friends… until he took the fall for her and changed the course of his life as he knew it. That history brews a storm of enemies-to-lovers with a sprinkle of second chance, because they didn’t get the start they should’ve. Throw in a tattooed biker with a kinkier side and a marriage of convenience? Yes please.
Scout and Luka have so much history. They grew up together, but after Scout comes back to town, we find out that friendship is long gone. Luka hates her now (I mean, kinda), out for revenge, yet he can’t stop himself from saving her. Weeeeeak for this man, tbh. I love the small town of Ashford Falls and the found family built into these brothers.
Luka and Scout grew separately, but together they bring incredible communication while working through all the bad blood. Both wear images the town assumes of them (the bad boy criminal, the good girl next door) but privately, they show each other their real, raw sides.
I LOVED Don’t Call Me Daddy, couldn’t put it down, and Don’t Make Me Beg was exactly the same. There’s something about this author’s writing that’s just so easy to devour. It draws you in fast and doesn’t let go. Like before, this one had me DYING with the tension, the banter, and the kinky, spicy heat. I can't wait read about the next brother!!
They were best friends… until he took the fall for her and changed the course of his life as he knew it. That history brews a storm of enemies-to-lovers with a sprinkle of second chance, because they didn’t get the start they should’ve. Throw in a tattooed biker with a kinkier side and a marriage of convenience? Yes please.
“It's like we're just two halves of a broken spirit, finally finding our missing counterpart...”
Scout and Luka have so much history. They grew up together, but after Scout comes back to town, we find out that friendship is long gone. Luka hates her now (I mean, kinda), out for revenge, yet he can’t stop himself from saving her. Weeeeeak for this man, tbh. I love the small town of Ashford Falls and the found family built into these brothers.
“I knew I'd pick rainy days over sunshine, watch nothing but scary movies for the rest of my life—just to see her smile.”
Luka and Scout grew separately, but together they bring incredible communication while working through all the bad blood. Both wear images the town assumes of them (the bad boy criminal, the good girl next door) but privately, they show each other their real, raw sides.
“You aren't broken, and there is nothing wrong with you.”
“I feel pretty fucking broken.”
I LOVED Don’t Call Me Daddy, couldn’t put it down, and Don’t Make Me Beg was exactly the same. There’s something about this author’s writing that’s just so easy to devour. It draws you in fast and doesn’t let go. Like before, this one had me DYING with the tension, the banter, and the kinky, spicy heat. I can't wait read about the next brother!!
January 26, 2026
✨ALC REVIEW✨
4.5⭐️
I absolutely loved this one!! Narration by Samantha Brentmoor & JF Harding did NOT disappoint. They made the the humor, the tension, and the banter through this one really shine!!
I was hooked by Luka & Scout from the very beginning. Child hood friends, to enemies, to lovers, with a side of revenge plot & kink exploration…yes please!!
Scouts relationship with her parents & the way she sees herself was an added aspect that I didn’t expect to hit me so hard. I loved watching her grow & take back her power.
Luka was just a perfect MMC. The tatted bad boy, who’s holding a grudge because of their past, yet can’t help but step up and save her. Swoooon! He’s obsessive, protective, & has such a filthy mouth!! Gimme more!
This one has such amazing character growth! Watching them communicate through their bad blood and overcoming their bad imagines with the town, just had me rooting for them completely!!
If you love a good girl x bad boy plot with so much tension, chemistry, and delicious spice… this one is for you!!
4.5⭐️
I absolutely loved this one!! Narration by Samantha Brentmoor & JF Harding did NOT disappoint. They made the the humor, the tension, and the banter through this one really shine!!
I was hooked by Luka & Scout from the very beginning. Child hood friends, to enemies, to lovers, with a side of revenge plot & kink exploration…yes please!!
Scouts relationship with her parents & the way she sees herself was an added aspect that I didn’t expect to hit me so hard. I loved watching her grow & take back her power.
Luka was just a perfect MMC. The tatted bad boy, who’s holding a grudge because of their past, yet can’t help but step up and save her. Swoooon! He’s obsessive, protective, & has such a filthy mouth!! Gimme more!
This one has such amazing character growth! Watching them communicate through their bad blood and overcoming their bad imagines with the town, just had me rooting for them completely!!
If you love a good girl x bad boy plot with so much tension, chemistry, and delicious spice… this one is for you!!
February 11, 2026
4 ⭐️ | 3 🌶 | 🎧
I loved this one! The second chance was amazing, and both characters were wonderful. It was incredibly spicy, but done in a way that helped to develop both characters, specifically Scout, so well! The family is incredible and keeps getting stronger with each book; the lore of Ashford Falls is so much fun, and while it was a bit long, I found myself not ready to say goodbye.
Jeré Anthony is one of the most underrated authors that I have read! I don't see nearly enough good things said about her books, and I have enjoyed each one that I have read. Also, the narration was FANTASTIC. Hard to go wrong with a duet style featuring Samantha Brentmoor and JF Harding, though.
Thank you SO much to Jeré for an ALC (and an ARC back when it was initially released). I am so excited to see what Ashford Falls will bring us next.
I loved this one! The second chance was amazing, and both characters were wonderful. It was incredibly spicy, but done in a way that helped to develop both characters, specifically Scout, so well! The family is incredible and keeps getting stronger with each book; the lore of Ashford Falls is so much fun, and while it was a bit long, I found myself not ready to say goodbye.
Jeré Anthony is one of the most underrated authors that I have read! I don't see nearly enough good things said about her books, and I have enjoyed each one that I have read. Also, the narration was FANTASTIC. Hard to go wrong with a duet style featuring Samantha Brentmoor and JF Harding, though.
Thank you SO much to Jeré for an ALC (and an ARC back when it was initially released). I am so excited to see what Ashford Falls will bring us next.
September 18, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.8
🌶️🌶️🌶️
✨ARC Review✨
I loved returning to Ashford Falls — and dare I say it? I may have enjoyed this book even more than the first in the series, Don’t Call Me Daddy! The 90s kid in me was living for the nostalgia, especially with the SmartHouse vibes and the character L.O.K.I. Let’s be honest — the AI house totally stole the show!
What really hooked me, though, was the mix of childhood backstory, missed chances, and that delicious back-and-forth tension between Scout and Luka. Luka is the full package: loyal to a fault (even when people don’t deserve it), a smart tech nerd with a bad boy edge, a hilarious, lovable family… and he rides a motorcycle? SWOON.
Scout’s situation with her family felt heartbreakingly real. While I haven’t experienced it personally, my jaw was on the floor at how cruel they were — and knowing that people really do go through that made it hit even harder. Watching her rise from that and get her moment? So satisfying. I’m always here for a good public “stick it to them” moment!
Now I’m just sitting here asking… is book 3 out yet?! Because I am not ready to leave the Kingsley family or quirky Ashford Falls behind
🌶️🌶️🌶️
✨ARC Review✨
I loved returning to Ashford Falls — and dare I say it? I may have enjoyed this book even more than the first in the series, Don’t Call Me Daddy! The 90s kid in me was living for the nostalgia, especially with the SmartHouse vibes and the character L.O.K.I. Let’s be honest — the AI house totally stole the show!
What really hooked me, though, was the mix of childhood backstory, missed chances, and that delicious back-and-forth tension between Scout and Luka. Luka is the full package: loyal to a fault (even when people don’t deserve it), a smart tech nerd with a bad boy edge, a hilarious, lovable family… and he rides a motorcycle? SWOON.
Scout’s situation with her family felt heartbreakingly real. While I haven’t experienced it personally, my jaw was on the floor at how cruel they were — and knowing that people really do go through that made it hit even harder. Watching her rise from that and get her moment? So satisfying. I’m always here for a good public “stick it to them” moment!
Now I’m just sitting here asking… is book 3 out yet?! Because I am not ready to leave the Kingsley family or quirky Ashford Falls behind
February 9, 2026
Narrators: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:🌶🌶🌶🌶
This series just keeps getting better and better. If you one who loves a book with a healing journey this is it. Luca and Scout definitely go on a healing journey together and learn things about each other that they just could not see as friends in their childhood. This is probably one of my favorite second chance romance books that I have read.
The forced proximity, second chance romance, and enemies to lovers tropes in this book are top tier. The emotions I felt for these characters were so deep. The way they are fleshed out you feel like they are your best friend down the street.
Spice:🌶🌶🌶🌶
This series just keeps getting better and better. If you one who loves a book with a healing journey this is it. Luca and Scout definitely go on a healing journey together and learn things about each other that they just could not see as friends in their childhood. This is probably one of my favorite second chance romance books that I have read.
The forced proximity, second chance romance, and enemies to lovers tropes in this book are top tier. The emotions I felt for these characters were so deep. The way they are fleshed out you feel like they are your best friend down the street.
September 19, 2025
helllllllllooooooooo luka 👀😈
mr. ima ruin you then take extra good care of you after??
mr. let me braid your hair real quick before i absolutely make a mess of you?
mr. “if i don’t get my cock inside you, i think i might die”?
is he my favorite kingsley brother?! i think so.
marriage of convenience, second chance, and KINKY??
YES PLS
mr. ima ruin you then take extra good care of you after??
mr. let me braid your hair real quick before i absolutely make a mess of you?
mr. “if i don’t get my cock inside you, i think i might die”?
is he my favorite kingsley brother?! i think so.
marriage of convenience, second chance, and KINKY??
YES PLS
February 3, 2026
I’m really loving this series, and Luka’s book might be my favorite so far. Don’t Make Me Beg delivers the perfect mix of heat, heart, and character growth. Luka is impossible not to root for, and Scout’s sexuality journey felt fresh, honest, and beautifully written. Their dynamic had so much depth, and the kinky moments were fun, consensual, and added real intensity to their connection.
I listened to the audiobook, and it was amazing. The narrators brought every scene to life—the emotional beats hit harder, the tension felt sharper, and the banter had me crackling. It elevated the whole experience.
Jeré Anthony continues to build a world and cast of characters that keep me fully invested. This installment was an absolute hit.
I listened to the audiobook, and it was amazing. The narrators brought every scene to life—the emotional beats hit harder, the tension felt sharper, and the banter had me crackling. It elevated the whole experience.
Jeré Anthony continues to build a world and cast of characters that keep me fully invested. This installment was an absolute hit.
September 19, 2025
2.5⭐️ DNF 66%
October 30, 2025
Gah I absolutely love this small, quirky town that the author has built! It’s filled with fun Gilmore Girls-like characters and lots of charm! “Don’t Call Me Daddy” was one of my favorite books earlier this year so I was so stoked when I saw the author was releasing another book connected to it so quickly!
Tropes: small town, friends to hate to lovers, reconnecting, good girl x “bad” boy, misunderstood mmc, billionaire family, toxic family, fmc with no place to go, marriage of convenience, he fell first, possessive & protective, kink exploration
Thoughts:
You don’t need to read DCMD (but you should cause it’s perfect) to read “Don’t Make Me Beg” — the author does a good job reintroducing the town’s fun characters in a way that gets new readers established but doesn’t bore those who have read the first book.
Luka and Scout have a best friends to hate to lovers romance—though the hate is one-side from Luka due to having his heart and trust broken. And tbh, did he ever really hate her or was he more so just depressed from losing her for those years?
I loved how protective and possessive Luka was of Scout even when he was still in his hating/revenge mood. Like he couldn’t stop looking out for her. And the way he helped her heal and grow from the emotional trauma/abuse she dealt with from her parents was absolutely precious. The dropping the wine scene made me so emotional!
As for Scout? I love her and desperately want to hug her! I’m so happy she has such a supportive group in Luka’s family to help offset the shitty parents she has. And I absolutely loved her growth to gaining more confidence and diving back into what makes her passionate.
And then beyond the sweetness, Luka and Scout were just hot af as well! Luka helping Scout discover her sexuality and getting her to explore what turns her on was perfect! I loved how the pain and degradation kink was mixed!
Overall, this is definitely a series I’m eager to continue and will definitely keep recommending! If you like romcom mixed with spice and drops of emotion, this is a must read!
Thank you to the author for the eARC! Review is my honest opinion.
Tropes: small town, friends to hate to lovers, reconnecting, good girl x “bad” boy, misunderstood mmc, billionaire family, toxic family, fmc with no place to go, marriage of convenience, he fell first, possessive & protective, kink exploration
Thoughts:
You don’t need to read DCMD (but you should cause it’s perfect) to read “Don’t Make Me Beg” — the author does a good job reintroducing the town’s fun characters in a way that gets new readers established but doesn’t bore those who have read the first book.
Luka and Scout have a best friends to hate to lovers romance—though the hate is one-side from Luka due to having his heart and trust broken. And tbh, did he ever really hate her or was he more so just depressed from losing her for those years?
I loved how protective and possessive Luka was of Scout even when he was still in his hating/revenge mood. Like he couldn’t stop looking out for her. And the way he helped her heal and grow from the emotional trauma/abuse she dealt with from her parents was absolutely precious. The dropping the wine scene made me so emotional!
As for Scout? I love her and desperately want to hug her! I’m so happy she has such a supportive group in Luka’s family to help offset the shitty parents she has. And I absolutely loved her growth to gaining more confidence and diving back into what makes her passionate.
And then beyond the sweetness, Luka and Scout were just hot af as well! Luka helping Scout discover her sexuality and getting her to explore what turns her on was perfect! I loved how the pain and degradation kink was mixed!
Overall, this is definitely a series I’m eager to continue and will definitely keep recommending! If you like romcom mixed with spice and drops of emotion, this is a must read!
Thank you to the author for the eARC! Review is my honest opinion.
September 29, 2025
This was an ARC I recieved, which I'm so gratefull for! I tried to finish it before the release but you know how life just happens sometimes...
Anyways I thought the chemistry and backstory about these too was so well thought out and fitting for the characters 💖 I liked how the finding your true self was intertwined in this love story.
Why not 5 stars?? The dirty talk was sometimes to much for me, which is simply personal preference😄 so I would still recommend!
Anyways I thought the chemistry and backstory about these too was so well thought out and fitting for the characters 💖 I liked how the finding your true self was intertwined in this love story.
Why not 5 stars?? The dirty talk was sometimes to much for me, which is simply personal preference😄 so I would still recommend!
September 27, 2025
“To be hated by Luka feels like being worshipped”
nope, absolutely not.
nope, absolutely not.
September 29, 2025
Honestly, I was so excited for this book! I loved the first in the series but this one just wasn’t it for me. I had a hard time with both the FMC and MMC. Also, I couldn’t with the LOKI.
September 15, 2025
Thank you so much Jeré Anthony for the ARC of Don’t Make Me Beg!
This was such an easy read! This had tension, humor, banter, spice, teasing, heart, and romance! I truly had a wonderful time with this book.
This was my first introduction to Jeré Anthony as an author and I absolutely loved it!
It’s been a while since I instantly connected with a character on the level I did with Scout. I saw myself in her in a lot of ways and I felt so bad for her experiences with her family. The good girl who never would reach the expectations set by her parents. It felt like the warmest and biggest hug when she learned her value and saw herself in a different light. Much thanks to Luka.
“Don’t get it twisted, princess. This isn’t noble. My reasons are selfish as hell. I only offered to marry you because I knew I could use it against you and your family.”
Luka was brutal, tough and so mean to her! It hurt my heart, but the way he was mean, wasn’t hurtful to Scout. This will make sense when you read this book! I loved their dynamic so much. I loved the glimpse we got from them as teenagers and how their relationship was as adults. Luka was hurt by the events leading him to end up in prison. He was also a smart man with a huge heart. I love med how him stepping up and helping Scout slowly healed his hurt and hatred for her. They truly were soulmates.
“His hands come up around me, cradling me in a tight hug that feels like home.”
The childhood friends to enemies to lovers was perfectly executed! I had the best time! The forced proximity, the marriage of convenience! Oof! It’s all so good! The cherry on top of the cake was Luka being the anti hero but slowly turned into the knight in shining amour- with a filthy mouth and tattoos! He’s adorable and a golden retriever at heart!
Scout and Luka had so much history together and as much as their journey was rocky and painful, it was so healing. How they still, despite their issues and Luka hating Scout- allegedly, they found their way back to each other.
This was so beautiful, heartbreaking, spicy, cozy, heartwarming and a great reading experience! Cannot recommend this enough!
This was such an easy read! This had tension, humor, banter, spice, teasing, heart, and romance! I truly had a wonderful time with this book.
This was my first introduction to Jeré Anthony as an author and I absolutely loved it!
It’s been a while since I instantly connected with a character on the level I did with Scout. I saw myself in her in a lot of ways and I felt so bad for her experiences with her family. The good girl who never would reach the expectations set by her parents. It felt like the warmest and biggest hug when she learned her value and saw herself in a different light. Much thanks to Luka.
“Don’t get it twisted, princess. This isn’t noble. My reasons are selfish as hell. I only offered to marry you because I knew I could use it against you and your family.”
Luka was brutal, tough and so mean to her! It hurt my heart, but the way he was mean, wasn’t hurtful to Scout. This will make sense when you read this book! I loved their dynamic so much. I loved the glimpse we got from them as teenagers and how their relationship was as adults. Luka was hurt by the events leading him to end up in prison. He was also a smart man with a huge heart. I love med how him stepping up and helping Scout slowly healed his hurt and hatred for her. They truly were soulmates.
“His hands come up around me, cradling me in a tight hug that feels like home.”
The childhood friends to enemies to lovers was perfectly executed! I had the best time! The forced proximity, the marriage of convenience! Oof! It’s all so good! The cherry on top of the cake was Luka being the anti hero but slowly turned into the knight in shining amour- with a filthy mouth and tattoos! He’s adorable and a golden retriever at heart!
Scout and Luka had so much history together and as much as their journey was rocky and painful, it was so healing. How they still, despite their issues and Luka hating Scout- allegedly, they found their way back to each other.
This was so beautiful, heartbreaking, spicy, cozy, heartwarming and a great reading experience! Cannot recommend this enough!
September 19, 2025
✨✨ARC Review✨✨
Don’t make me beg by Jere Anthony
I really do wish Luka Kingsley would make me beg🤭🤭. I really enjoyed this book, it was a fun and quick read. I’ve really enjoyed getting to know the Kingsley family as well as all of the towns people in Ashford Falls. I think L.O.K.I steals the show. So far Jere Anthony is becoming one of favorite small town romance authors. I didn’t think I could love a book more than “Don’t Call me Daddy” but move over Leo I think Luka has become my favorite Kingsley Billionaire in Ashford Falls.
She was my best friend… Until she ruined my life.
I’ve spent the last eight years patiently plotting my revenge.
Now she’s back in town, and so desperate she’s willing to do anything…
Even if it means marrying the person who hates her the most.
Only the shadows tell the truth. Good girls keep quiet. They cut out my tongue to keep me silent, so I learned to speak with paint. Am I perfect enough yet?
“Let’s get something straight, princess,” I growl, stepping in close. The back of her knees bump against the bed, and she falls backward. “I don’t give a fuck what you do after you finish the mural. But while you’re wearing my ring…” I pinch the hem of her shirt, lifting it just enough to expose a sliver of skin. “…walking around my house in my fucking clothes…” My eyes lock on the flutter in her throat, the rise and fall of her chest, watching for any signs she wants me to stop. “You belong to me. No one touches what’s mine. Do I make myself clear?”
Then, finally, she breaks the silence. “But you haven’t even touched me.” My body hums as I lean in. “Is that you asking me to?” Her gaze stays locked on mine. She wets her lips, voice barely a whisper. “No, Luka… this is me begging.”
Tropes:
• Childhood Friends to Enemies to Lovers
• Marriage of Convenience
• Good Girl x Bad Boy
• Virgin FMC
• Revenge Plot
• Small Town
• Billionaire
4.9⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
3/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Don’t make me beg by Jere Anthony
I really do wish Luka Kingsley would make me beg🤭🤭. I really enjoyed this book, it was a fun and quick read. I’ve really enjoyed getting to know the Kingsley family as well as all of the towns people in Ashford Falls. I think L.O.K.I steals the show. So far Jere Anthony is becoming one of favorite small town romance authors. I didn’t think I could love a book more than “Don’t Call me Daddy” but move over Leo I think Luka has become my favorite Kingsley Billionaire in Ashford Falls.
She was my best friend… Until she ruined my life.
I’ve spent the last eight years patiently plotting my revenge.
Now she’s back in town, and so desperate she’s willing to do anything…
Even if it means marrying the person who hates her the most.
Only the shadows tell the truth. Good girls keep quiet. They cut out my tongue to keep me silent, so I learned to speak with paint. Am I perfect enough yet?
“Let’s get something straight, princess,” I growl, stepping in close. The back of her knees bump against the bed, and she falls backward. “I don’t give a fuck what you do after you finish the mural. But while you’re wearing my ring…” I pinch the hem of her shirt, lifting it just enough to expose a sliver of skin. “…walking around my house in my fucking clothes…” My eyes lock on the flutter in her throat, the rise and fall of her chest, watching for any signs she wants me to stop. “You belong to me. No one touches what’s mine. Do I make myself clear?”
Then, finally, she breaks the silence. “But you haven’t even touched me.” My body hums as I lean in. “Is that you asking me to?” Her gaze stays locked on mine. She wets her lips, voice barely a whisper. “No, Luka… this is me begging.”
Tropes:
• Childhood Friends to Enemies to Lovers
• Marriage of Convenience
• Good Girl x Bad Boy
• Virgin FMC
• Revenge Plot
• Small Town
• Billionaire
4.9⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
3/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 27, 2026
ALC Review - 4.25 stars
Thank you to Jeré Anthony for the opportunity to listen to an Advance Listener Copy (ALC) in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
Narrators: Samantha Brentmoor & JF Harding
Audio Length: 12.5 hours
Expected release day is February 13th
Note: This is the second book in the Ashford Falls series but can be read as an interconnected standalone.
I ate this one up!! The narrators did such an amazing job bringing Jeré Anthony's words to life. I was hooked from start to finish. I can't believe how fast I flew through this story!! They captured the emotional tone of every scene so perfectly - from the sad moments to the spicy scenes and everything in between.
I went into this knowing very little about the tropes and the synopsis and I was PLEASANTLY surprised. The kink exploration was really fun (and honestly, I would love to see a bonus holiday epilogue or something that gets much spicier). I loved the characters and felt like the author really worked to make the reader feel the tension and chemistry. I was rooting for these characters from the get-go!
Perfect for fans of:
💞childhood friends to enemies to lovers
💞marriage of convenience
💞virgin FMC
💞it's always been you
💞forced proximity
💞found family
💞revenge plot
💞good girl x bad boy
Content Warnings: emotional abuse - specifically with the FMC and her parents, use of degradation, BDSM elements, virgin FMC, rough sex (consensual)
Thank you to Jeré Anthony for the opportunity to listen to an Advance Listener Copy (ALC) in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
Narrators: Samantha Brentmoor & JF Harding
Audio Length: 12.5 hours
Expected release day is February 13th
Note: This is the second book in the Ashford Falls series but can be read as an interconnected standalone.
I ate this one up!! The narrators did such an amazing job bringing Jeré Anthony's words to life. I was hooked from start to finish. I can't believe how fast I flew through this story!! They captured the emotional tone of every scene so perfectly - from the sad moments to the spicy scenes and everything in between.
I went into this knowing very little about the tropes and the synopsis and I was PLEASANTLY surprised. The kink exploration was really fun (and honestly, I would love to see a bonus holiday epilogue or something that gets much spicier). I loved the characters and felt like the author really worked to make the reader feel the tension and chemistry. I was rooting for these characters from the get-go!
Perfect for fans of:
💞childhood friends to enemies to lovers
💞marriage of convenience
💞virgin FMC
💞it's always been you
💞forced proximity
💞found family
💞revenge plot
💞good girl x bad boy
Content Warnings: emotional abuse - specifically with the FMC and her parents, use of degradation, BDSM elements, virgin FMC, rough sex (consensual)
September 4, 2025
Arc Review -
3.5 Stars
Having already read book 1 of this series I was familiar with the setting and some of the characters. I do love an interconnected romance series and this has continued to entertain me. I love the Kingsley family and seeing them all again was a real treat.
Scout and Luka are childhood friends who after one particular night haven't seen each other in nearly a decade. After Scout comes back to town and gets into a situation involving her family, Luka steps in to help. The help being a marriage of convenience - one of my favourite tropes! I enjoyed Scout and Luka's dynamic and especially loved that he called her Girl Scout!
L.O.K.I. was the stand out for this book for me, I love a sassy sidekick and there is no better way to describe him than that, his shenanigans with the dating apps really tickled me.
I wanted to give this 4 stars but unfortunately for me it was too easy for Luka to forgive Scout and seemingly be okay with what happened at the start of the book but maybe I'm just a petty person who can hold a grudge! This was fun and a really fast read. I can't wait for the other books in this series, as I know I'll pick them up as soon as they are released!
3.5 Stars
Having already read book 1 of this series I was familiar with the setting and some of the characters. I do love an interconnected romance series and this has continued to entertain me. I love the Kingsley family and seeing them all again was a real treat.
Scout and Luka are childhood friends who after one particular night haven't seen each other in nearly a decade. After Scout comes back to town and gets into a situation involving her family, Luka steps in to help. The help being a marriage of convenience - one of my favourite tropes! I enjoyed Scout and Luka's dynamic and especially loved that he called her Girl Scout!
L.O.K.I. was the stand out for this book for me, I love a sassy sidekick and there is no better way to describe him than that, his shenanigans with the dating apps really tickled me.
I wanted to give this 4 stars but unfortunately for me it was too easy for Luka to forgive Scout and seemingly be okay with what happened at the start of the book but maybe I'm just a petty person who can hold a grudge! This was fun and a really fast read. I can't wait for the other books in this series, as I know I'll pick them up as soon as they are released!
September 18, 2025
4 ⭐️ i really enjoyed this one. Scout & Luka are such likable characters. They have so much history between them since they grow up together as best friends. After Luka takes the fall for Scout, he ends up in prison for 3 years. Eight years later he is still holding it against her and plotting his revenge when Scout comes rolling into town. Despite hating Scout, Luka always finds himself trying to save her no matter what. Scout comes from a tough family, where she feels like she doesn’t even know herself. A situation arises which leads to Luka & Scout ending up married. Fate brings them back together, in order to heal, forgive and find themselves again. Scout found her confidence & herself with Luka’s help. I loved their character development and they worked so well together. L.O.K.I. was everything hahaha i was dying of laughter with him and all his shenanigans. also IS IT HOT IN HERE CUZ THAT SPICE WAS SPICING THE ENTIRE BOOK 🤭🤭
February 6, 2026
Had the absolute pleasure of recieving both ARC and ALC for this book.
Audibook narrated in duet by Samantha Brentmoor and JF Harding.
Friends to enemies to lovers? Yes.
Sexy and funny? Yes.
Healthy k!nk exploration? Yes yes yes 👏🏼
This is my second Jeré book and again she nailed the emotions and the struggles between two characters that have a connection but navigating problems while dealing with the outside world and also adding a lil bit of k!nk to it.
I'm a sucker for a moment when everything builds up! Every emotion kept inside releasing during sx, especially when it's for the first time and the character feels conflicted but someone is there to comfort them.
To carry them through this time.
I cried plenty, I laughed like crazy, JF and Samantha did this book justice 💖🙌🏼
Audibook narrated in duet by Samantha Brentmoor and JF Harding.
Friends to enemies to lovers? Yes.
Sexy and funny? Yes.
Healthy k!nk exploration? Yes yes yes 👏🏼
This is my second Jeré book and again she nailed the emotions and the struggles between two characters that have a connection but navigating problems while dealing with the outside world and also adding a lil bit of k!nk to it.
I'm a sucker for a moment when everything builds up! Every emotion kept inside releasing during sx, especially when it's for the first time and the character feels conflicted but someone is there to comfort them.
To carry them through this time.
I cried plenty, I laughed like crazy, JF and Samantha did this book justice 💖🙌🏼
February 2, 2026
I love a good fake marriage, sub/dom, healing from a toxic relationship story. There were things I loved about this book and things I didn't. Loki was a big part of me not liking the story. I know he has a purpose and is supposed to be an environmentally friendly AI, but I wasn't a fan. The spicy scenes were very hot and breaking out of the purity culture mindset was very refreshing! I listened to this book in 2x speed and both narrators were great and easy to follow.
4 star rating, thanks to Jere Anthony for an ALC for my honest review
4 star rating, thanks to Jere Anthony for an ALC for my honest review
September 21, 2025
After reading Don’t Call Me Daddy last year, I was obsessed with this world and was so happy to see we were getting a book for one of the brothers! Luka and Scout were so good together. You could see their development in them both coming to terms with each other again after what separated them as teens. The tension was good in this, but so was the encouragement they gave each other!
L.O.K.I. was also a fun character 😂 I can’t wait for more in this world!
Thank you so much Jere for the arc!
L.O.K.I. was also a fun character 😂 I can’t wait for more in this world!
Thank you so much Jere for the arc!
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