Protecting Poppy: A Curvy Girl Romance with Suspense

by Annie Charme, Shane East (Narrator), Evelyn Rose (Narrator)

I’m a hunter.

It’s what I do best—track down my prey, then walk away.

Until a woman with blazing hair and fire in her eyes consumes my every thought.

One heated look from my curvy little fox, and my obsession grows.

Some call it stalking.

I call it protection.

And now I’ve caught her, there’s no escape.

She wants her freedom, but that’s the one thing I can’t give her.

One taste isn’t enough. I crave her like a match needs a flame. All I see is Red.

Her name on my tongue like sweet wine, Her red hair in my fist, Her essence soaked into my sheets.

She’s Taken. Marked. Mine.

Trouble is, I’m not the only hound on her tail.

Audible Audio

Published October 3, 2025

About the author

I’m a graphic artist by day and author by night, writing real, raw, racy romance. My book boyfriends are inked heroes who like fat, fun, and feisty women (sounds familiar).

My goal is to spread body positivity through my fat and fabulous curvy heroines with a good serving of British humour on the side (not forgetting an extra helping of alpha goodness).

On the very rare occasion I’m not working in my day job...or night job as a writer, I'll be living my best life in the heart of England with my other half, two wildlings (otherwise known as Veruca Salt and Mike Teavee), and a randy cavalier pup.

My serious book fetish travels with me in our tin cruiser as we roam the English countryside. You’ll usually find me in a field somewhere or curled up on the sofa with a coffee (wine), blanket and dog to keep me cozy, and a good steamy book to make me w—warm.

Get in touch! I love hearing from readers.

Reviews

[Aspen G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Protecting Poppy is scorching hot! I loved the plethora of plot twists, the danger lurking in the shadows, and the smoldering and sexy hot chemistry between Poppy and Dom. The supporting characters are excellent, shifting perspectives and driving different subplots in the story. Poppy is a strong and independent female who has had a hard go of life but keeps pushing forward. Dom is dark and complex, morally grey and starkly alone. His obsession over Poppy seeps off the pages, and the more we get to know him, the more of an enigma he becomes. His dirty talk is impressive, his drive to take care of Poppy is intense, and his unwavering love and loyalty to her is just so beautiful. The narrators are simply amazing—their voices are perfect for these roles, their performances are on point, and the duet narration is mixed down perfectly in post production. This is an outstanding audiobook that I’ll enjoy again and again. Loved it!

[Tasha Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG, I BLUSHED, I SWOONED, LAUGHED.

WOW one of my top audiobooks of this year I absolutely loved this books from start to finish and I truly believe every girl needs a Dom in their life.

Annie has knocked it out of the park with the wit, spice, pacing this book I can not wait to complete the series.

Poppy was strong and it was lovely to see her growth throughout this book and how she put herself first.

Dom was Dominant, and there is nothing he wouldn't do for his little fox 🦊

narration was spot on I couldn't stop listening to it.

[Bella · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to the audiobook and I love the book and the narrators both. Shane’s voice is so yummy and makes me need more of his books everytime I hear him.

I love nicknames and him calling her his little fox. The nickname is unique but very fitting for him being a hound.

This book has alot of kinks are tropes I love.

Kinks
-Primal
-Period Play

Tropes
-Age Gap
-Jealous/Obsessive/Possessive
-Morally Grey Hero
-Plus Size FMC
-Only One Bed (Added Bonus That He Sleeps Naked)
-Stalking

[hellzz earth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not one for audibles. I can name on one hand how many I listen to. Protecting Poppy had me fiending for more. Evelyn and Shane are perfection. You were right there with them. In the thick of it all and loving every minute. Thank you, Ms. Annie, for writing Poppy & Dom. Thank you Evelyne and Shane for bringing them to life and the eargasms.

[angelictaleslibrary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely Addictive! Romantic, Suspenseful, and Heart-Melting

Protecting Poppy had me hooked from the very first chapter! Annie Charme has created a beautiful balance of romance, suspense, and heartfelt emotion that makes this audiobook impossible to pause.

[Leslie Dahmen · Rating 5 out of 5]

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!!!
Having a great book to read and to listen too, is always amazing!!
A feel good book with a protective man !

[Karla Escutia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read.