Ravaged by Naima Simone

Ravaged

Friends to lovers with high-stakes chemistry

Written byNaima Simone
Length9h37m
Release dateNovember 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 on Audible

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Quick Facts

AuthorNaima Simone
NarratorStephen Borne, Jordan Cobb
Runtime9h37m
PublishedNovember 15, 2022
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 on Audible
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Multicultural, Sports
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Naima Simone delivers a scorching friends-to-lovers romance that crackles with tension and authenticity. Meet Jace Morrow, a pro basketball player whose relentless work ethic masks deep insecurities, and Marley Carter, a graphic novelist whose sharp wit and creative genius hide her own quiet vulnerability. Their chemistry is immediate, messy, and undeniable—but Marley’s no-nonsense approach to friendship clashes with Jace’s habit of using charm to avoid real connection. Simone crafts a story where attraction isn’t the problem; commitment is. The push-and-pull between them feels lived-in, with dialogue that snaps and emotional beats that land hard, especially when Marley’s past collides with Jace’s fame in ways neither expects. It’s a romance that demands your time—and rewards it with sparks, sighs, and a few explosive moments that’ll leave you breathless. This isn’t just another athlete/creative love story; it’s a nuanced exploration of how two people can build something real when neither is willing to play by the rules. If you crave romances where the stakes are as much emotional as they are physical, this audiobook is your next addiction.

Tags: friends to lovers romanceprofessional athlete romancemulticultural romance audiobooksteamy romance with emotional depthfemale graphic novelist romance

About the Narration

Narrated by Stephen Borne, Jordan Cobb, this 9h37m audiobook holds a 4.5-star average rating on Audible. The narration brings Naima Simone's writing to life, making it a compelling choice for audiobook listeners.

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Editor's Review

AudioBook Atlas Editorial Team

I went in expecting a fluffy sports romance, but Simone delivered something far more layered. Stephen Borne’s narration as Jace grounds the story in a deep, rumbling masculinity that never veers into caricature—his delivery of Jace’s softer, unsure moments is especially moving. Jordan Cobb’s Marley is all sass and steel in the best way; she nails the character’s dry humor and underlying warmth, though I wish her enunciation took a backseat to emotion in a few quieter scenes. The pacing is tight, though I’d argue the middle sags slightly when the plot veers into over-explained backstory. The production is crisp, with no distracting background noise, and the chemistry between the narrators simulates the tension between Jace and Marley beautifully. My biggest critique? The HEA feels a tad convenient given the emotional labor Marley puts in throughout. Still, this is a standout romance where the love story feels earned, not just written. If you’re tired of one-dimensional athletes or artists, give this a listen—it’s proof that today’s romance can be both steamy and smart.

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