From New York Times Bestsellers, Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland, comes a sexy new standalone novel.He was someone who belonged in my wildest fantasies instead of a rest stop in the middle of Nebraska.A sexy, cocky, Australian named Chance was the last person I expected to run into on my cross-country drive.When my car broke down, we made a deal. Next thing I knew, we were traveling together, … made a deal. Next thing I knew, we were traveling together, spending sexually-tense nights in hotels and taking unplanned detours.
My ordinary road trip turned into the adventure of a lifetime. It was all fun and games until things got intense.
I wanted him, but Chance wouldn’t make a move. I thought he wanted me too, but something was holding him back.
I wasn’t supposed to fall for the cocky bastard, especially when I knew we’d be going our separate ways.
All good things must come to an end, right?
Except our ending was one I didn’t see coming.
Author’s note – Cocky Bastard is a full-length standalone novel. Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
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Cocky Bastard (A Series of Standalone Novels Book 1)
By: Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland 5 Stars
******** May Contain Some Spoilers ********
I will try my absolute best to keep spoilers to a minimum or completely out of my review. Sometimes it can be hard to do so.
Wow this was an emotional romance. The attraction, lust, love, heart break, longing, and tears had me feeling as if I was the one experiencing them. I cried and laughed through out the book. I couldn’t stop reading until I knew how it would end. Late night and so worth it.
Aubrey has ended her relationship with her boyfriend and is moving California to start a new life. Along her trip she meets Chance. Chance’s motorcycle breaks down and makes a deal with Aubrey to join her to California. During there trip they fall in love with each other. After one night in Vegas, magic happens, feeling expressed, things get hot and steamy. When Aubrey wakes she is alone. Heart broken, Aubrey continues on her trip to California.
Two years later, Chance is back and wants Aubrey back. His reason for leaving is understandable but still stupid. Aubrey is in a relationship with Richard and is happy. Can Chance win her love and trust back?
•••••• I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this book/series! ••••••
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Goodness, I LOVED this book! Chase and Aubree are so well written – complicated, complex, flawed and completely wonderful characters. I know the writing is top notch when I can literally SEE the characters and they don’t look like anybody I’ve seen in the media because they’re so well created by the author. The surrounding cast of characters add depth to the story (some more so than others) which is something that just makes everything that much better. A great story with excellent dialog, this one has lots of heat, humor, snark and angst. Just like Aubree, you’re left wondering WHERE is Chase and why did he simply disappear? There’s enough heartbreak and regret to make the reader want both the main characters to find their HEA … no matter how long or how painful that path is. I can usually count on both these authors to deliver books I fall in love with … this one doesn’t disappoint. Highly recommend.
This one tugged at my heartstrings the most of all the Keeland/Ward stories I’ve read so far. The first half of the book is written only from Aubrey’s POV so we’re left in the dark just as much as Aubrey is about why Chance isn’t willing to give in to their undeniable attraction, but when we switch to Chance’s POV in the second half we understand why. I loved how far Chance was willing to go to win Aubrey back. Don’t let the sexy cover fool you. This story is cleverly written with a lot of wit and feels. Oh, and Pixy will steal your heart, too!
Love this book. It was my first intro to Vi and Penelope’s Cocky Hero world and it’s frequent re-read for me when I need some feel-good romance.
Cocky Bastard by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward is a fun read. Team Keeland/Ward has produced a book that is well-written and loaded with humor and snark. The characters in the book are spectacular. It is written in first person, alternating point of view, not my favorite format, but I’m certainly not sorry I read the book. Aubrey is on her way California to start a new job when she meets Chase at a rest area. Due to his motorcycle breakdown and her flat tire, they agree to finish the trip together. Aubrey and Chase’s story is loaded with drama, humor, steamy sex and did I mention lots of humor? I enjoyed reading Cocky Bastard and would happily read more from Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
I voluntarily read a complimentary copy of this book that I received from Bookfunnel. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
* A review copy was provided by the authors for the Blog Tour *
I just knew when I found out that two of my all time favorite authors were collaborating on a book that it was going to be AMAZING….and I wasn’t wrong.
Cocky Bastard was OUTSTANDING!!! I truly hope that Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland continue to write books together in the future. Their writing styles meshed so well I honestly couldn’t tell you who wrote what parts. I saw elements of both authors in this story.
This book had everything that I look for in a 5 star read. The storyline was interesting and unique. The pace and flow of the story were spot on. The characters were relatable and likable. This story was such a fun, sweet and sexy story, but I also experienced some sad moments and moments I wanted to yell and throw my kindle. When authors can evoke that many different emotions from their readers, I truly believe they have extreme talent in the literary world.
I don’t want to spoil the storyline at all, so I am only going to touch on it briefly. In Cocky Bastard we meet Chance and Aubrey. Chance is the HOT Aussie model/soccer player who is on his way back to california when he has a chance meeting with Aubrey at a rest stop in the middle of Nebraska. To say their first meeting was cordial is the farthest from the truth. They had a lot of animosity and sexual tension 😉 What happens from here is a road trip to end all road trips. They had some major laughs along the way, but they also had some bumps. After spending a week together they are separated for two years. What happens once they are reunited was explosive.
I have to say that Chance was my favorite character of this book. I loved his cocky ways and his sense of humor. But what I loved the most was his determination. I can’t explain that because it would spoil the plot. Just know that after you read this book Chance will make your BBF list, I know he is at the top of mine 🙂 I did like Aubrey too, but there were times I really wanted to smack her for her behavior. I was glad to see how this book ended and how everything all played out!!!
Cocky Bastard is a standalone novel with a happy ending. If you are looking for a book with a lot of laughter, a cocky hero who will make you swoon and even some sad times, then this is the book for you. If you are a fan of either or both Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland, you don’t want to miss this book. I know this is a book I will read again in the future!!!
What a awesome second chance romance! I want my own Chance!!! That Aussie accent, his good looks and his love for Aubree. I honestly started reading late and could not put it down till 330am! I giggled, laughed, lusted and felt their love. Cant wait to read more!
This book was filled with laugh out loud moments. I loved it, and was stunned in the middle. I did not see that coming. Chance is absolute book boyfriend material.
This was a very funny, page turning romance. I loved the instant chemistry between Chance and Aubrey. Add in the funny banter and a goat…! Yes, a goat, and you have several laugh out loud moments. How does a goat fit into a contemporary romance? Read it to find out!
I’ll be reading the other standalone books in this series.
I just loved this book!
I loved the story. Chance & Aubrey’s story is funny, sweet, steamy, and a touch sad. But they finally get their HEA. As an audio book, I enjoyed the female narrator but I kind of disliked the male narrator.
This book was so good it has a hot Aussie. The story is well written and characters are well written and composed. Chance and Aubrey find them selves falling for each other as they are both trying to get away from their past. Will there be a happy ever after for these two?
This if the first book I have read by Penelope and Vi and I am thinking to myself what made me wait so long. Their writing flows together so well and the story takes you on a roller coaster of feelings. It keeps you into the story and wanting to know what happens nest.
Aubrey is moving across country after breaking up with an ex and starting over. It is at a stop that she happens to meet Chance. Their road trip will have you laughing. During their trip they make a deal he changes her tire she drives him to California. She takes up the offer and they are headed to California where their trip has some stops and finding a goat (lol). Their chemistry is off the charts!
This book has a twist and we get a POV of Chance. The true night shows at what he will do to make things right. This book is a true love story. I fell for this book and I didn’t want it to end.
Absolutely loved reading this book! They did an amazing job writing this one. Loved it from beginning until end. It was funny, sweet and HOT! Totally loved Chance and Aubrey, not to mention the pet goat 🙂 This is definitely a book I would recommend to read, it’s absolutely worth it! It’s a road trip you will definitely remember and wished you could take too 🙂
Loved this story!!
My God this was so good. I cant believe I waited this long. Chance and Aubrey were so funny and I loved every bit of this book!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Chances are worth taking, but the right one is worth keeping
It’s no secret by my rating that I loved this book. Since before it came out, it had been on my wishlist. (I actually won a copy on a Facebook giveaway.)
I loved the ups, the downs, and the accent. The cover model for this book doesn’t hurt either!
Chance and Princess-sorry, Aubrey- meet and get to know one another in a most unusual way. Their story doesn’t end with one road trip and unfortunately it isn’t bump free either. One week can change your whole life, but it can also make you weak. Aubrey never thought she’d recover from the heartbreak. Chance never thought he’d see her again. One photo (and a nagging little sister) was enough to push him. Chance went for the one thing that makes life whole- Aubrey.
A sweet story that sucks you in for an emotional (and sexually satisfying) ride. P.S. MUST LOVE GOATS!
This book is so much more than the typical cocky guy book! It has depth, angst, heartbreak, and a goat! Usually books like this are so one dimensional. This one sucked me in and kept me there. I wanted to fight for them. See them get their second chance. It was also a plus to read about a town in Ca (Temecula) near where I grew up!
This was my first book by Vi. The hype was crazy around this book and some of my close friends suggested it. It’s very hot , sexy , sports romance. Brody Easton is as good in playing the game on the field , as off the field. He’s smooth, Sassy, sexy, hot footballer who meets sports journalist , Delilah Maddox and they have sizzling chemstry together. But the both have exes with that force them to reexplore their feeling.
Test of time- they pass or fail
read it to find out
Sexy, hilarious and heartwarming read. This Aussie is so swoonworthy. Love the heroine and supporting animal…. Such a great read. Dibs on Chance! Great collaboration!