Big Girl Blitz by Danielle Allen | Bold, Brilliant, and Unapologetically Joyful

Big Girl Blitz by Danielle Allen
Series: Curve #3
Publication Date: April 14, 2026
Pages: 464
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Rating: ★★★★
Source: NetGalley
Genre: Fiction / Romance / African American & Black
Publisher: Bramble / Macmillan
Synopsis:

USA Today bestselling author Danielle Allen balances the sweet and the spicy in this quick-witted, laugh-out-loud novel about putting yourself first--and how taking a chance on love can pay off.
"Nothing is hotter and more fun than Danielle Allen’s writing." -- Ali Hazelwood

Because life’s too short, and mean girls ain’t sh…
Jazmyn Payne fled her hometown—and the fatphobes who made her life hell– the minute she graduated high school. Growing up, her haven was her Aunt Addison, and when her health takes a drastic turn, she insists that Jazz should spice up her life. Emphasis on spice.

But dating is the last thing Jazz had on her mind.

Until Lamar Anderson sits next to her at the local sports bar. He is sexy, fun, and refreshingly drama free. With him she's able to pretend that everything is alright. But as real life intrudes, Jazz has to decide if she can leave the past where it belongs… for a love that she deserves.

REVIEW

Danielle Allen’s Big Girl Blitz is a vibrant, feel-good novel that radiates confidence, humour, and heart from start to finish. With a protagonist who refuses to shrink herself to fit anyone else’s expectations, this story is as empowering as it is entertaining. Allen’s writing is playful and sharp, effortlessly blending laugh-out-loud moments with real emotional depth. A standout line captures that spirit perfectly: “I refuse to be anyone’s before and after—I am the whole story all on my own.”

What makes this book so engaging is its balance of romance, friendship, and personal growth. The characters feel dynamic and authentic, and the chemistry, whether romantic or platonic, sparkles on the page. Allen doesn’t shy away from tackling themes like body image, self-worth, and societal pressure, but she approaches them with warmth and humour rather than heaviness. The pacing keeps things lively, making it an easy book to sink into while still delivering moments that genuinely resonate.