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Obsessed #2

Only Him

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This isn’t just a love story, it’s an obsession…

Sydney:
Never in my life did I think my high school obsession would move right next door. I’ve never wanted anyone but him. Reid Turner is my ultimate fantasy. And I still want him. Badly. When he watches me through my bedroom window taking matters into my own hands, things suddenly take a turn…

And now that I have him, I’m not letting him go.

Reid:
I never knew she existed and now I can’t get enough of her. She consumes me. When this night ends, there may not be anything left of me. She may own me completely. She my master and I her slave. In one way or another I will atone for never noticing her all throughout high school. I will gladly grovel at her feet to make up for what a fool I was.

Besides, who can turn down that luscious body of hers? Curves in all the right places, a mouth that could make a grown man cry. Super responsive during sex, and none of my twisted desires so far have made her bat an eye. And did I mention? She lives right next door. She may be the perfect woman for me.

Note: All books in the Obsessed series are stand-alone novellas. It is intended for audiences over 18 years of age since it includes explicit sexual situations, including BDSM.

101 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2017

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Jeanne St. James

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JEANNE ST. JAMES is a USA Today and international bestselling romance author who loves an alpha male (or two). She writes steamy contemporary M/F and M/M romance, as well as M/M/F ménages, and has published over 60 books (so far). She also writes M/M paranormal romance under the name: J.J. Masters. Some of her books have been translated into French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

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Profile Image for Erica Lynn.
Author 29 books243 followers
April 18, 2017
ATTENTION!!!

If you're in the mood for a quick, sexy, and deliciously naughty little read, boy oh boy do I have the book for you.

I was pleasantly surprised to find out I'd be receiving an ARC of Only Him in my inbox yesterday (I'd seen a few excerpts Jeanne St. James had posted on FB and was anxiously awaiting this to go live) so I immediately dove right in. I was NOT disappointed.

Sydney has had a crush on "Reid F*cking Turner" since she was in ninth grade. She went to all his sporting events and did her best to run into him a few times, but alas, he was with the blonde cheerleader type. *sigh*

But now they're grown up, she's developed into quite a woman, and she sees someone moving in next door. Who is it, you ask? Oh yes...it's RFT!

This novella was everything a novella should be. Fun, sexy, hot, had a little kink, HOT... oh, did I already say hot? Because it totally is.

Pick this book up immediately and find out what happens when they meet after all these years. It doesn't go live until June, but you can pre-order it for $0.99. Then you can message me and we'll talk about popsicles... ;)
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Author 177 books982 followers
April 27, 2017
A quick and sexy read that will make you LOL, OMG and CYJ (cream your jeans). This book is hot, hot, hot! I love the way the characters speak and think, it's so realistic and relateable (we can all remember that high school crush who didn't even know you existed) and the sexual chemistry between these two is real, raw and so scorching hot you're going to need your own popsicle to cool off (not sure what I'm talking about, read the book and find out!) Loved it!
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686 reviews20 followers
September 8, 2025
Only Him by Jeanne St. James is a 101-page novella about Sydney and Reid. Back in high school, Sydney was obsessed with Reid, but he never even knew she existed-until now, when their paths finally cross again when he moves next door.
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470 reviews2 followers
August 22, 2023
⭐️3.0 stars

As alarming as the idea of a lifelong obsession can be, it worked out well for Sydney and Reid. From Reid’s groveling to the sexual experimentation, the dialogue between the two was super naughty and although the read was short, their dynamic turned out to be sweet.
881 reviews10 followers
September 4, 2017
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

If you are not into short, hot intense straight to the action with some light BDSM stories, then don’t read this. If you are ready to head straight to some steamy sex without dinner and dancing this is right up your alley.

What do you do when you high school crush moves next door fifteen years later? Well you can walk next door and ask him to fulfill your wildest fantasies or you do the next best thing and have a fantasy about him. Sydney is unaware that Reid is watching her through his bedroom window as she pleasures herself while imagining him doing to her what her toy is. As they both reach the ultimate conclusion they are both stunned to realize they had an audience.

Reid makes the first move and bangs on Sydney’s door demanding some answers. She doesn’t quiet answer him but gives him some hints. When he returns a few hours later with some answers he asks for some clarification. Sydney admits to having some very hot fantasies about him when they were teenagers and possibly still having them. Reid is intrigued by her answers. While he doesn’t remember her from high school he is more than willing to make up for his error in judgment.

We get some light backstory on their high school years, for any of us that were shy or awkward we can totally relate to Sydney and fill in the blanks with our own angst. Sydney and Reid take us on a very kinky steamy ride. They both discover different aspects of BDSM that they find very appealing. There are major hot moments mixed with humor and tenderness that makes this very short novella a great steamy read. I would love to know what they did on day two.
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5,153 reviews55 followers
October 30, 2019
The ultimate fantasy is to have your high school crush move in next to you. That obsession would just come back to life and inn this case, puts Sydney on a mission. Years after graduating, she still harbors that crush for Reid Turner, and now that he is single, she is taking the chance to get him. Reid's eye catches a sexy performance by his new neighbor and he just has to check it out. Now that he has, he finds out she is not only from his past, but is perfect for him. Hot, sexy, passionate, with a little kink added, St James composes a story so intimately steamy, it melts your ears! And not only that, the underlying stories of second chances and soulmates is intricately woven into this new and budding relationship. Another incredibly loving and erotic listen, just accentuates my obsession with this series!

So, who should be Reid in this narration? Teddy Hamilton is such a great cast choice. He has that familiarity in his voice, with an edge of sexiness. Add in the sultry voice of Ava Lucas as Sydney, with her feisty bossiness and adventurous tones, and this story is on fire. This is entertainment at it's best.
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901 reviews63 followers
March 26, 2020
(audiobook) I had been disappointed by the previous book by Jeanne St James I had listened to, so I was anxious about this one. I didn’t have to: this time, it’s erotica with a non existing plot–the exact opposite of the other book–and it’s good. Damn was it hot!

A woman still obsessed with her high school crush discovers he has moved next door. The man catches her in the most intimate moment, and it gets him interested. He goes to confront her, and hotness ensues.

On top of a male submissive and the use of various toys during their hot night, what did it for me was the narrators. They’re so good! It made the whole thing even hotter. Like scorching hot.

There were some cringing things–like the internal use of popsicles…–but it didn’t keep me from enjoying this a lot.

If you look for something short and hot, this is what you should listen to!


Quickie

Series: The obsessed novellas #2 (but they can be read as standalone)

Hashtags: #second chance #BDSM #high school crush #submissive male

Triggers: mild BDSM

Main couple: Sydney & Reid Turner

Hotness: 5/5

Romance: 3/5

+ female Dom

- too short!
Profile Image for Misty Schott.
4,225 reviews35 followers
September 3, 2017
Good book if you like submissive male characters.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Let me start by saying that this book is a little different from what I usually read. I personally don't really like the lead male character in the book to be the submissive in the bedroom. If you do that's great news cause in this book Reid is a hot cop, but loves to be submissive in the bedroom. Sydney his next door neighbor and also the girl whose had an obsessive crush on him since the 9th grade and is thrilled that Reid moved in next door. She catches him watching her while she pleasures herself and then Reid comes over banging on the door because he thinks it is some kind of setup by his ex-wife to make him look bad. Grab this book today to find out what happens when Sydney opens her door. Will she finally get the man who is the object of her obsessive crush? Will Reid let go and get his secret desires fulfilled by Sydney? Great book, just not particularly my cup of tea. Still well written and great story.
1,708 reviews5 followers
June 2, 2017
This was a great story that started out with Sydney's humorous inner dialogues. It turned super hot super fast though! Sydney and Reid are in their early 30s and she's had a crush on Reid since high school, almost to the point of obsession. He had been the star of every fantasy she ever had from the moment she met him. She described one particular solo session in high school as "...a good night and I might have sprained a finger."

As adults, Reid moves in next door. He doesn't remember her but that doesn't stop the sparks from flying! What will Sydney do with Reid when she finally gets her chance to have him in real life? Whew, boy! You'll want to read this to find out! Their chemistry is smokin' hot!! It is a standalone so you don't need to read book one. However, I suggest you do. It was a hot read also.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. This is my honest review.*
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430 reviews8 followers
January 25, 2020
Sometimes you just need a fast listen and this is certainly it.

Sydney was the type of student no one remembers. Now older, she’s grown completely out of that, but not out of her long-standing crush/obsession. She notices someone moving in nearby and it’s Reid, the object of her fantasies since high school. Naturally she freaks out, but at the same time, he is right there! In the flesh.

Reid has come out of a long relationship. Now on his own, he’s trying to rebuild his life when he sees his hot neighbor please herself to his name. Wait, his name?

Yep, and so goes this story. It’s a lot hot. Reid confronts Sydney and their attraction is fire. And curious. I kind of couldn’t believe how submissive Reid was and I liked how Sydney took the reigns of unbelievable hookup and owned it. I loved Reid’s box of goodies. I also liked how open and honest they were about their play.

Now it might have been a little too fast and the story reflected that a little, but still it was pretty good.

The audio is excellent. Ava Lucas has a hot voice that really complimented Teddy Hamilton’s. I honestly haven’t heard much of her work, but I enjoyed her a lot in this.
1,576 reviews10 followers
September 13, 2017
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is a very quick read centring around Sydney and Reid. She was so quiet and shy that he never noticed her throughout high school but Sydney definitely noticed him! Now 13 years later and Reid has moved in next door and when he see and hears her pleasuring herself and shouting out his name, he has to find out more. So the new next door neighbours get to discover each other since they missed out during their teenage years. This book basically takes place in later over a day so don't expect a full story. There is plenty of chemistry between the two protagonists but whether that "spark" is sustained is up to your imagination unless Jeanne St. James decides to write a part II. There is humour within the story and some BDSM scenes too so be warned. Recommended :)
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2,504 reviews
January 24, 2020
Audio book review. Short novella .

The author Jeanne St James knows how to write gripping attention grabbing listens . Both the hero’s and heroine are strong characters with back bone , attitude , and stubborn.
Hero is Reid, heroine is Sydney.
What happens when your love that you had a crush on as a young woman moves back home . Sydney has changed so much , she’s a woman now , with an attractive body . Thing is Reid doesn’t recognize her .
Reid has moved back home trying to get his life back in order . After his divorce he wanted to move on . Until he moves to a house and the weird thing is he keeps on hearing his name . He needs to find out who’s calling him and why . Grab it and find out .
Both the performance of Ava and Teddy was fantastic. Their voices were smooth , addictive and clear
Profile Image for Phuong.
464 reviews
June 3, 2017
This is a quick read but hot and funny! Sydney has had a crush on Reid since high school. Thirteen years later, Reid moves in next door to Sydney and she is beside herself that her "crush", who is still the man in all her fantasies, is now "accessible".

Reid doesn't recognize Sydney from high school but thinks the woman that she is now is HOT! Reid, however just got through a divorce from his high school girlfriend, doesn't want a relationship. However, when Reid and Sydney finally meet after seeing each other in very compromising positions through their bedroom windows, they are unable to resist each other. A wild night together has both of them exploring things that they have never done before.
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12.3k reviews92 followers
June 3, 2017
Sydney is watching her new neighbor move in and imagine her surprise when it is her high school crush Reid. Thirteen years later the feelings are back stronger than ever so she decides to take care of business while thinking of him.

Reid has just divorced the high school cheerleader he married however when he sees Sydney pleasuring herself he is attracted to her and decides a visit is in order. Their night together was the hottest night that either experienced as they lived out their fantasies but what happens when morning comes?

Wow, this is a quick hot read that you won’t be able to put down! Make sure you read this at home as it may require a fan! I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

Profile Image for Ashley Magruder.
80 reviews
September 13, 2017
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review... Only Him is a really good novel... I mean don't get me wrong it is hot and sexual in some parts... Sydney definitely loved to take over some of the sexual parts... I mean don't get me wrong Reid definitely was a little bit more dominant to me in the bedroom... throughout the whole book I just thought it was really cool how they could reminisce about school things... But at the same time Sydney also was still pissed at him for not noticing her the whole time throughout School... But still that may for a lot of hot sex... But in the end there was still a lot of twists and turns that you have to go through to get to the end of this book to find out the conclusion... So you need to buy this book...
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492 reviews
January 17, 2020
Just imagine the guy you were obsessed with and stalked through the halls of your high school moves in next door. That would be awesome. Anyhow, Only Him is splendidly written short romance and will snare your attention from the start to end. The characters, Sydney and Reid, are utterly charming and captivating. I absolutely love the dynamic between them, and their connection is definitely charged.

I love the fact that the book is a dual narration. Teddy Hamilton and Ava Lucas are brilliant. Their performances emulate the characters' personalities, mood, and emotions; bringing the story to life. I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook and, highly recommend it.

I was given a free copy of this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this unbiased review.

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10.7k reviews28 followers
June 4, 2017
Sydney and Reid went to high school together and 13 years later they are now neighbors. Sydney was watching as the new neighbor moved in next door only to realize it was her high school crush. Reid doesn't recognize her because back in high school they ran in different groups and he never knew about her crushing on him. But now they are all grown up and he's attracted to the woman she's become. Will Sydney and Reid become neighbors with benefits or something more? Only Him is a fun sexy quick novella full of fun hot kinky sex and a great story line too. I can not wait to see what Jeanne St. James comes up with next.
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2,544 reviews
January 31, 2020
I've enjoyed every book I've read from Jeanne St James and this book was no exception. Only You is a short, naughty read that will steam up your kindle. The story is focused on one hott steamy night and the chemistry between these two characters was intense. If your looking for a quick read with a submissive male I would highly recommend Only You.
I listened to the audiobook version of this novel which was narrated by Teddy Hamilton, Ava Lucas. They did an excellent job portraying these characters and infusing the emotion and passion of the characters. With excellent pace and timing they brought the story to life. It was a pleasure listening to them narrate this novella.
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2,308 reviews22 followers
June 3, 2017
4.25 stars
When Jeanne St. James writes a book, the reader can be assured that it will be HOT and full of snappy dialogue! This is a tantalizing short story that can be read in one sitting with no cliffhanger. Sydney has been obsessively in love with Reid from her high school days but he never paid her any mind. Fast forward a few years and Reid winds up living next door to her. What follows is every girl’s fantasy come true….If you want to find out how far Sydney will go, grab the book!
I volunteered to read an arc for a review.
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2,414 reviews15 followers
June 5, 2017
I received a free copy of this book and I voluntarily decided to review it

Sydney has been obsessed with Reid since high school, and is beside herself when he moves next door

I loved this book, I have always liked the idea of a male submissive and Jeanne St James had bought it to life. This is well written with some beautifully sweet romance, some gorgeous scenes that reduced me to a pile of goo and some BDSM (not too hardcore) at just the right heat level

I highly recommend this book and I cannot wait to read more by this awesome author
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118 reviews5 followers
December 26, 2017
The Obsessed Novella Series by is so freaking dirty you guys! I give this series (books 1-4) a total of ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars. Each book can be read as a standalone but they all have one thing in common and that is strong female characters who aren’t afraid of testing their limits. Each book surprised me in a great way and some left me needing more. I wish there was more romance and less erotica but I liked how each book took on a different insight into love, sex, chemistry, finding yourself and what it means to test your limits. I highly recommend this series if your into erotic romance🚨
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117 reviews
April 8, 2020
*Audiobook Review*

Scorching and satisfying! I absolutely loved this audiobook! It was a lot of fun and super steamy, and although short, incredibly satisfying. Ava Lucas and Teddy Hamilton were great as Sydney and RFT a/k/a Reid F-ing Turner. (One of my favorite things in this novella was that Sydney always thought of Reid as Reid F-ing Turner.) Ava's voice, in particular, was sultry and perfect for this scorching listen. And Teddy was amazing as usual. Definitely worth a listen if you are looking for something shorter, but packed with heat and humor!
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71 reviews3 followers
June 3, 2017
Sydney and Reid went to school together and she had a crush on him the entire time, but he had no clue who she was. They ran in different circles: he was a jock and she was a nerd. When they are both adults, he ends up moving in next door to her and let's j UST say a whole lot of fireworks works start going off in the neighborhood! This is an amazing book! I read this book as an ARC and this is my honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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1,150 reviews4 followers
June 4, 2017
A super sexy short read by Jeanne St. James! I love her work and this story is no exception. Her characters are always relatable and the story draws you in quick. I loved the pacing of this story. While it was a novella, I felt like I read a whole story without the time consumingness of reading a whole story! Another awesome read by this author. Definitely check out her other works as well :)

I received an arc of this book and am voluntarily reviewing.
767 reviews3 followers
September 10, 2017
Great hot read! This was a short read but boy was it hot. Sydney had a crush on Reid back in high school , Reid doesn't remember her but he's very attracted to the woman she's grown into. When these two become neighbors Sydney can't help but explore the fantasies she's had for Reid all these years. Will this become more than just lust and sex ? You'll have to read to find out. I received an advance arc copy from Booksprout for an honest review.
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3,311 reviews23 followers
February 1, 2020
Fantastic Story & Narration🎧 Sweet & Smoking🔥Hot!

Only Him
An Obsessed Novella, Book 2
By: Jeanne St. James
Narrated by: Teddy Hamilton, Ava Lucas

This is a great story to heat up your afternoon or evening! I am loving this series, each book is a stand-alone with it’s own original story, the one thing they all share is that they are all smoking hot! I enjoy Jeanne St. James wonderful writing style, she grabs my attention right from the start and holds it captive to the very end. Sidney Ryan always crushed on Reid Turner, she was practically obsessed with him while in H.S but he had a girlfriend whom he married. So she was shocked to see who her neighbor was, none other than Reid F’ing Turner. She gets hot and bothered watching him and goes to take care of things for herself, little does she know she is putting on a show for him, he is taken by surprise when she cries out his name. Curiosity gets the best of him and he wants to know who she is how does she know him. I loved how this story plays out, it is sweet and super hot, there was great chemistry between them and great play too. Jeanne St. James, thank you for another fantastic story!

I listened to the Audible edition, Ava Lucas and Teddy Hamilton are talented narrators and voice artists. They do an amazing job bringing the characters to life, portraying them and projecting their passion and emotions into their performance. They are entertaining storytellers and pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another fantastic listen🎧
2,021 reviews15 followers
May 28, 2017
This is a quick read that is so very very hot. Jeanne is one of my favourite authors, I always know I am going to read an excellent book that has great characters, an awesome storyline and scenes that are damn well panty melting.
Absolutely loved it.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book
1,865 reviews9 followers
May 28, 2017
OnlyHim: it was well written. It was Hot Hot Hot and steamy! It was a fantastic story! I loved how she stalked him in high school and how she still had feelings for him even though he didn't know she excited. I loved the kinky scenes. I loved the whole story!

I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily offering my honest review.
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