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Crushed

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Crushed: Hurt by a person’s actions or their words. May seem inconsolable and difficult to recover from…Heartbroken.

While living vicariously through her friends’ enviable relationships, Tanya has grown weary of the single life. After being friend-zoned by every man she grows close to, her son’s father’s sudden interest in her gives her an inkling of hope. Her friends disapprove and say Tyrell doesn’t want her; he only wants the lifestyle Tanya can afford him. Will she see what they see and curve him, or will her insecurities cause her to settle?

With the way things stand between her and Eli, Cassie never knows what their status is on a day to day basis. After the birth of their son, Cassie thought things would only improve between them; however, she didn’t expect for her and Eli to end up in a co-parenting situation. They have differences that need to be worked out, but with a little conflict, it doesn’t seem that working things out will be in Cassie’s favor. What’s a girl to do?

For the past few years, Jazmin’s world couldn’t be better. With the shameful pain of the past behind her, she has established a wonderful life with her husband, Jah. At this point, nothing strong enough could disrupt their union…Or could it? There’s some shocking news that may disturb the discord of her household if Jah ever decides to reveal it. What’s Jah keeping from his Juicy?

You asked for an update, so here they are: the old gang from the Crush series and If You’re Willing. Can’t say that I didn’t warn you, but everything can’t remain peaches and cream forever. Enjoy though!

196 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2018

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Profile Image for Fatima.
230 reviews14 followers
October 1, 2018
Wasn't Impressed

I wasn't impressed with this book. The story had some funny moments but other than that I felt this story was unnecessary. Some of the characters showed some growth, but nothing really stood out that made me feel like the series should have continued. I like Ivy books but this one was a no for me.
Profile Image for Kellee.
516 reviews85 followers
March 2, 2020
I was pretty irritated with the original Crush series due to it being so dragged out, but I was pleasantly surprised with this read. It was fast-paced and didn’t drag on like the original series. Now I’m anxiously waiting for the next book to be released.
Profile Image for Mahogany  Love .
12 reviews
October 28, 2018
Well worth the wait!!

I’m a HUGE Ivy fan!!! She never disappoints, so for her to bless us with an update of my favorite crew, was a slice of heaven. I’ve read this book in one sitting and I probably will read again tomorrow! I don’t give away anything in her books but trust me you will not be disappointed with your purchase! Again, great job Ivy!!!👍🏾
Profile Image for Paula Milan.
1,291 reviews34 followers
October 1, 2018
Satisfied Reader

It was so great reading these characters again. Jah is still crazy as ever. Eli needs to get over himself cuz he knows him and Cassie are it for each other. Tanya and Ike has chemistry he just needs to leave Jackie. Lovely and Abe still is the power couple. Did Nivea just put a damper in Jah and Juicy relationship
20 reviews1 follower
September 29, 2018
Crushed

I am crushed that I have to wait for the next book. You never disappoint. This book had me up all night. Can't wait for the next one.
Profile Image for Mia Morgan.
1,144 reviews32 followers
September 25, 2018
Well

Ivy is one of my faves. This book was good, but not Ivy good. I surely don't need my fave couple to have problems. And it is a cliffhanger!! If I had known, I would have waited for part 2 to come out to read together. I'm go need Tanya to win. She really needs it. Eli and Cassie to really work. My boy Jah most def comes out on top with Juicy. Some characters do need some beat downs, lol. Good read
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726 reviews5 followers
May 14, 2020
Man what a read... This book started of pretty slow but eventually it picked up the pace and took off... With that came so much drama... It got to where I couldn't stop reading... in the beginning you have to really pay attention to who is who and who is a couple because there is a lot of characters... But they each play an important part in this storyline...
We have a group of girls that are really good friends... There is Tanya, Cassie and Jazmin and Tanya's sister Soraya. Then we have a group of me that are friends ot related There is Tyrell, Ike, Eli, and Jah...
So these men are just everything that every woman wants... Because they are all fine well except for Tyrell... He is just Tanya's baby daddy and he is not good... But we will get to him later...
Eli is with Caasie and loves her, they have a child together but he won completely commit because of his past... Jah is with Jazmin and they are married with 2 kids... Things are great with them... Or is it...Tanya is single but things could be going on with her and Ike... But she keeps letting Tyrell act like he is her man by staying with her and using her car and for what... She can clearly see that this man is using her...
I was so over how Smart yet so dumb Tanya was... I hate to see women go through what she was dealing with and just accepting anything that a man throws their way...
I was glad that Cassie was standing her ground with Eli but then she ended up messing things up with her little stunt and I was like really what was the purpose behind the knife with her and she just kept making it worse... Now looks at what she has to deal with...
Jazmin and Jah are the it couple... but there is something that is about to tear its ugly head and could shake thia household apart for good... And yes Jah should have talked to Jazmin sooner ut now it may be to late...
Now to get into part 2 to see how all of this plays out...
Profile Image for tanessia ford.
3,993 reviews
October 24, 2018
Where to start

This book here smh where do I start. Cassie I don’t know what her about her. She irked me like no other in this book lol. He told you what it was from the gate. You were ok with it. Now because you’ve changed. Your mad be cause he hasn’t where we do that at? She should’ve told him as soon as she found out! And sorry not sorry me and Kris would shoot the fair. I realized reading this book a lot of there problems came from not being up front and honest from the gate. Them when the ish hits the fan they want to be mad like really. I don’t blame Jazmin for for feeling the way she do. Because of all the ish Nivea has done I would feel the same way. And Tanya imma need her to get her self esteem together or something! Ain’t no way my raggedy baby daddy is going to try and worm his way back after he see my status upgrade! Ain’t no using my car, ain’t no moving in, and ain’t no way you gonna bring your other kids over a let them run amuck and jack up my house! Nope not happening! We’d have to shoot the fair one! This book had me all the way messed up! Sensational read though!
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1,550 reviews7 followers
September 2, 2025
The Story Continues to Unfold

That ending almost made my heart stop for real!!!…I was hoping this was not something that Jazz would have to deal with, because Niv is a mess for real!!!…I bet she switched that address to make sure Jazz found out before Jah had time to tell her!!!…He’s in for a big ole fight to win Jazz because she is going to fun for sure!!!…
Tanya mad at Ike for voicing the same thing she has been calling herself and how she offer herself!!!…She really needs to work on herself because her self esteem is low low!!!..
I’m so happy for Soraya and she definitely does t seem as bad as she was captured in earlier books!!!…I’m happy her and Tanya are working on their relationship too!!!…
Cassie is stressing me out!!!…She is doing exactly what a lot of women do when a man makes it clear that he does not want a relationship, marriage or children and thinking they change his mind!!!…
I can’t wait to see what happens next with Eli and Cassie because Kris is not going to go away easy!!!…She is going to do something that she’s not going to be able to come back from!!!…
602 reviews5 followers
December 5, 2018
I'm crushed

The title of this book says it all for I'm crushed. The Master's men and Jah has once again found away to turn the heads of women, and leave there feelings upside down. Lovely Master's and Abe should be handing out pamphlets on couples survival. There so much going on with these characters but I only have time to focus on my love and that's Jah!! Why, why didn't he just tell her he took the test? When Jaz opened that envelope, man I swear my chest got tight and my tears fell for a make believe character. I don't know the secret to Ivy's writing only that it's hers she can literally snatch your soul with words. This story is so real that so many people would be ready to throw in the towel on this marriage, but why he really didn't do anything. Jaz is a good woman but she loves him so much I'm not sure if she can share him like this. Being selfishly in love is not a crime and I'm crushed that I got to wait to find out. Hopefully it's on the way. This was an awesome way to stir up a happy home, several.
Profile Image for Marquitta Warren.
317 reviews7 followers
January 4, 2019
Book shattering good!

I went back and forth on if I wanted to read it or wait until the next book was released because I knew in my heart that Ivy would leave us with just a tip of the iceberg...lol! The story or more like Jah called to me so much that I had no choice but to give in to him. And he showed me and the trials and set backs that this crew has endured and all they are bout to. It's always something hiding in the shadows whether it's intentional or not it can shake a firm foundation or unstable a growing one but only true love, understanding and devotion can stand the test of time. I can't wait to see if foundations will crumble or even be stronger enough to stand through rough times. Ivy never leaves me disappointed and I'm glad that she is continuing to bless us with her talent.
Profile Image for T Joyner .
288 reviews26 followers
October 28, 2018
Loved it

I was so happy to see how Jay & Jasmine relationship was still good until the past came back to haunt them. Cassie has Eli but she needs to be honest with him about everything. Even if he says he doesn't support something she still should tell him & do what she feels is best for her. Tanya just needs to believe in herself & stop thinking just because she is big nobody wants her. This book is about all aspects of life & the difference with right & wrong. This ended with a lot of questions that needs to be answered . so ready for the next part to see how things will end up between all the friends. Especially which relationships will continue& which ones will end. Good book.
Profile Image for Genova Brown.
47 reviews2 followers
September 24, 2018
Hmmm

I be been reading, Author Ivy Symone! Girl you are back with the mojo frfr! Lmao 😂I was a little scared at the beginning cause I ain’t gonna lie it was slow but I kept reading cause I know these old characters has a personality of their own that once your remembrance came full blast it was on baby! Jah is still crazy...“Crushed” comes from the old gang from the storyline “Crush” which was a winning sell book! In my opinion Ivy Symone this book won’t have any problem captivating and making all the old and new readers pickup and love ❤️ the new “Crushed” IJS #5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Stars
Profile Image for Dee Cherry.
2,945 reviews67 followers
September 30, 2018
So entertaining!
When I first seen the title, my mind somehow omitted the "ed"& I thought this was the book "Crush" with a different picture. I now know this was far from that. "Crushed" was a wonderful conglomeration of several characters, all of which were familiar to me from previous well written books. From Jah to Juicy to Abe & Lovely's appearance, Ivy Symone didn't skip a beat on bringing the drama these characters created. Loved the connection. I'm hoping Tanya will find someone she can call her own. Jackie has become my least favorite character next to Sean. Unexpected instances has me excited to read the next installment to see if these couples will make it through.
Profile Image for Nerrisa Duran.
72 reviews2 followers
October 3, 2018
Good read but...

I’m not sure how I feel about this Jah and Jaz situation. They went through so much in books 1-3 that I feel like they deserve to keep and maintain their happy ending. Everyone else I wasn’t even mad about but I just don’t know how I feel about tampering with Jah and Jazz... We wanted to so bad for them to be together that when u finally gave us that... I just wanted to embrace the happiness for what it was... don’t get me wrong... still a great read... and I will still be waiting for part 2... Hoping the best for one of my favorite book couples... #LetJahandJazzMakeIt!!!
909 reviews2 followers
October 13, 2018
Unbelievable

This book was insane. Jah should have been upfront about the situation with Nivea. Instead he wanted to hide it and now look a whole mess. It done blew up in his face. I don't know what's in the world is going on with Abe and Cassie they are literally all over the place. Don't even get me started on how dumb Tanya is being over her baby daddy. He us a scrub of epic proportions and she just seems to let him do whatever he wants. Ike is a mystery and being an idiot is part of the mystery I guess. He should have been stpped the back and forth with Jackie knowing that its going no where. Ivy Symone did her thing with this one did not expect all this drama.
16 reviews
October 1, 2018
🔥🔥🔥

This is a great series. However I read Crush 2 more than 3 years ago. Now 3 years later the excitement isn't there, because I vaguely remember the previous books. Now Crushed is also to be continued and added to numerous other books that have been thrown aside while other bodies of work are processed and put out. As much as I loved this crew, I'm was in no rush to try and rehash where it left off. So maybe after another 3 years I'll stumble across the continuation but I'm not checking for it.
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113 reviews
September 28, 2018
😍😍😍😍😍😍🤸

This book was the bomb.. I have read crush 1,2,&3 Now Crushed... The characters in it is crazy but you gotta live them.. The things each relationship go through is everyday life for me.. I hope Jah and Jazz can overcome this cause he really loves her. I don't know what's going to happen to Cassie and Eli it may be over for them... Tyrell is going to kill Nivea and Tanya is a fool to even trust him and let him come back.... Please hurry up with the next part!
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32 reviews1 follower
April 12, 2019
loved the book of course! Jah and Eli still keeps me in tears....Tanya and Cassie needed to grow up in my opinion they were so childish at times..and i ended up liking tanyas step sister...man i wish Jah told Juicy from the beginning i think she would have understood but him keeping it secret knowing she was feeling some type of way about niveas stinkin a** is only going to make it worse!!!..and what is that Kris up to? cant wait till part 2 drops
Profile Image for Tori.
94 reviews1 follower
October 6, 2018
😍😍😍😫

I was soooo happy to the crew was back I love all of them Jah, Jazz, Cass ,Eli, Tanya...... they all had me laughing and in my feelings at the same time ....hope Tayna find her love and Cass ,Eli get their stuff together and poor Jazz ....cant wait till the next I'm so anxious to see what happens next with them...hope I dnt have to wait long...this was the first I was able to read without stopping in a while...
Profile Image for Margie Cobbs.
222 reviews2 followers
October 8, 2018
Wow!

This book covers it all.. The men in this story are hard to predict. The Masters men are good to their women, but I don't think they are as loyal as they seem. My heart goes out to Ja.z. Somehow I knew she was going to feel the hardest blow . Without discussing the story, Ivy Symone this is one for the ages. I love your stories because you have a way of making these things seem real. Give stars for consistency in storyline. Part two should be another page turner.
76 reviews1 follower
October 9, 2018
Ahhhhhhhhh

You can not leave me hanging like that. Jah better get it together cuz he known he wrong I hope jazmin dont leave him tho and Eli is to much for me Cassie need to give him a break I hope that Tanya find somebody ain't stop acting thirty for Tee week self part 2 me please I can't wait I'm so glad u thought lo ely and abe in there for a min they're my favorite couple besides jah and jaz
Profile Image for Denise Locust.
199 reviews3 followers
October 21, 2018
Really good!

I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. I love the Masters brothers and there women who by the way are hilarious. I love Tanya and Jah. I just wish I should’ve waited to read it when part 2 came out that way it could’ve been read back to back. I didn’t want it to end. Now I gotta wait part 2. I’ve read everyone of Ivy Simone books and I’m never disappointed! Just please don’t wait too long to drop book 2! Hurry!
663 reviews3 followers
November 11, 2018
Omg! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I really didn’t realize how much I missed the comedy and the drama with the Masters brothers and Jah. Omg my tummy hurts from laughing so hard... but that drama that came with it..is so touching. I know these couples are strong enough to endure anything and come together where they belong. So I can’t wait for part two. Fantastic job! A definite must read! Will light up your day!
591 reviews4 followers
September 23, 2018
Why

I was a true fan of this series but I will be honest and say I'm disappointed. Jazmin was finally in her happy place why snatch it from her. Jah was never the lying type especially to his Juicy. I hate the situation they are now in. I would have rathered for their story to end in Crush 3.
Profile Image for Liz Doss.
Author 6 books6 followers
September 24, 2018
Great Read

Great Read oh my oh my I luv how this book flowed and how it intertwined with the series. Jah still my nigga being him but I hope him in Jaz survive. The Masters men are something else. Tanya need to really work on her self esteem and herself....I was left on the edge of my seat I need more
Profile Image for Neanlewisbell Abdullah.
74 reviews10 followers
September 25, 2018
Worth the wait!!!!!

Ivy is back! I really hate to see to be continued at the end of a book but when it's Ivy and my favorite character's it feels like I'm just waiting on a new season to start. The book was great, filled with comedy, drama and of course great sex scenes. All of my favs. Can't wait for the next season 🤗
Profile Image for Shawn Oates-Martin.
50 reviews4 followers
September 27, 2018
Excellent!!!!

This is one of my favorite series!! Love the story of Jah and Jazmin. I sense some bull+%#@ brewing. I hope Tanya begins to see the beauty in herself. I don't want to give too much away, but this is is one of the best series continuations that I've read. Come on Part Dos.
Profile Image for Faith.
591 reviews
September 27, 2018
Loved it! Entertaining!

Loved it! Ivy Symone came back with a long awaited follow up to the Crush series. The gang's all back! The author gets you caught up right back in the lives of Jah, Jaz and their crazy, comical friends. I also love me some Tanya, she keeps you laughing. Can't wait for the next book. Great read!
80 reviews3 followers
October 1, 2018
Crushed

Wow i read this book without refreshing my memory on some of the characters. Jah and Jazz love story still going strong, but will this new development make or break them. Eli is still Eli. I loved to see him as Eli the father. Hopefully in part 2 Cassie and Eli will get it together and Tanya will get her man.
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