Craved

by Deanna Chase

Read Dates: 6/22/25 to 6/22/25

Review

In Craved, we get Devon and Scarlett’s story—and it’s a second-chance romance with all the emotional weight I was hoping for. Scarlett is very much the one who got away, and when fate throws them back together after five years apart, the sparks are still very much there. Devon is focused on keeping her safe, but Scarlett has to do the hard work of reckoning with the past. Their time apart has changed them both, and I loved watching them navigate whether those changes make them stronger together—or still too far apart.

What stood out to me most was how their connection has endured. Even with all the time, distance, and emotional baggage, the chemistry and care between them never faded. Their story feels more mature and grounded, a little heavier in the best way. While the rest of the series leans into the fated-mates heat, this one brought in some powerful emotional growth and reflection, which made the ending that much sweeter. Another great addition to this addictive series.