“I drowned in this story. In these words, and in this world. A five star read from the very first page.” – Amo Jones, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Elite Kings Club SeriesHe’s a bastard in Burberry.Decker Collins knows how to do one thing–win.When his billion-dollar law practice moves to merge with a firm out of Dallas, she shows up to oversee the transition.Tate Reynolds–the vixen in … transition.
Tate Reynolds–the vixen in Versace.
She’s whip-smart, sassy, and gorgeous. Oh, and she doesn’t take any of Decker’s sht.
With the merger hanging in the balance, they go to war with each other.
There’s only one problem. This war isn’t just about business.
Because when they’re not butting heads…
They’re banging headboards.
If you love wealthy, possessive alpha males and strong heroines, this series is for YOU!
Cocky Playboy is a full length romance novel with a Happily Ever After.
What readers are saying:
★★★★★ “An enemies-to-lovers-forbidden-office-romance filled with steamy, sexy encounters with just a slight addition of mild angst, concluded with warm cup of sweet HEA.”
★★★★★ “If you are looking for the following: cocky alpha male hero, bold/smart heroine, inter-office romance, ,sexual tension out the wazoo, look no further.”
★★★★★ “Ahhh I love me some cocky Alphaholes and decker, damn he gets me going.”
★★★★★ “I love me some enemies-to-lovers/office romance tropes.”
★★★★★ “Fun characters, lots of tension and a happy ever after.”
★★★★★ “Decker Collins was a hot, cocky, dirty talking hero.”
★★★★★ “I was totally glued to my kindle from the very beginning!”
★★★★★ “I loved Decker and his Alpha, arrogant, sexy, demanding, jerky ways.”
★★★★★ “I love myself a cocky a*hole, and this book delivered one.”
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“They say comparison is a thief of joy and it can be.”
Well, well,well…The boys together knocked this one out of the hot romantic park with a surprisingly complex and wonderfully erotic tale of reluctant instant attraction gone wrong! Decker has something to hide and Tate is wary of this annoyingly sexy dominant “bastward” who seems to be just a player.
The relationship dynamic between Tate and Decker was combustible in all the best ways. Testosterone fairly bleeds onto the page. Although Tate the heroine is also believably written and relatable.
Certainly there is a formulaic method to this type of romance. It is when it is written well with a dash of intrigue, heartfelt emotion and undeniable off the charts getting “down and dirty”, that it transcends the trope. This writing team is a dynamic duo. There is real synergy at work between these two authors. The dirty thinking and dirty talking Alpha male somehow comes across with more grit and realness in the hands and pen of a male writer. Decker certainly did!
How did these guys figure out what the romance reader really wants? Hmmm…no matter…they just did. They wield their pens and their male characters’ penii like love weapons to slay our dirty romance-loving hearts. Bravo gentlemen!
If you like a hot, combative love story with engaging characters, a touch of suspense and a lot of heart, then this is something you are sure to enjoy.
WOW. First time I’ve read from these authors and certainly won’t be my last.
I absolutely loved this book. Loved the storyline and the characters and their connections with each other.
Fell in love with Decker and was so pleased that he and Tate headed in the right direction of a HEA. Loved that Jenny and Tate got to be best buddies.
Already pre-ordered next installment.
Well done Sloane and Alex you did a brilliant job.
so we meet Tate who comes with her strict boss to chicago to assist on a merger, Tate is no-nonsense and she is trying to make partner she has no time to waste on dating or anything else, work comes first. Then here comes this gorgeous obnoxious rude gentleman who bumps into her while she is rushing to a meeting with her boss and new company when she drops all her notes and the guy takes her cab, since he is on his way to that meeting even though they dont know it yet, and he was rushing to go to his friends with bennies. Come morning Tate is shocked that here is this gorgeous jerk, and he is as shocked but turned on, however they both know that they can not let anything interfere with this merger, but that last maybe half a day, even though Decker does try a little more..After they give in, guess who shows up? disaster, but what is more important ..grab a copy and Enjoy!
Decker Collins is a scrumptious, pompous, and a dirty talking dream. As head of his company, he is demanding and arrogant.
Tate Reynolds is a take no prisoners, smart lawyer in sexy shoes going toe-to-toe with Decker and making his blood boil.
This couple clashes in the hottest ways! Fires burn that won’t be extinguished. This creates mayhem in the office and could squash Decker’s dream of a merger that will free him up for more time with one important person.
I love the dynamics of the couple and how they deal with those around them. I loved the ending. It melted my heart in the best ways.
Contentious doesn’t begin to describe Decker and Tate’s relationship both in and out of the office. However, the the chemistry between them is explosive. Like putting a match to gasoline. What Decker doesn’t count on is that Tate likes to win. She’s good at it. She wins all the time. The same holds true for Decker. These two people belong together even if those around them think otherwise.
COCKY PLAYBOY is the first book in the Cocky Suits Chicago series. This is a billionaire enemies-to-lovers romance and each in the series will stand-alone.
When two alphas meet, the sparks will rival a Pittsburgh steel mill. Decker and Tate compare to the entire Golden Triangle. (That’s the total Pittsburgh landscape for those of you who don’t know.)
From the moment he slams into her on the sidewalk and steals her cab, until he sweeps her off her feet in an airport terminal, he stole my heart and hers. It doesn’t matter that Decker is cocky, arrogant, and secretive. He’s also sexy, smart, and sweet. Talk about the whole package!
I loved reading this book. I pushed aside everything else on my TBR pile to pull it up and given the chance, I’d do it again.
Note: While I won this book through an Amazon giveaway, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: COCKY PLAYBOY
Series: Cocky Suits Chicago #1
Category /Genre: Contemporary Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing: A – near perfect
Received from: won on an Amazon giveaway
I honestly didn’t know what I was getting into after learning about this book on another author’s FB page, but I’m going to going to say that this may be one of my favorite surprises of the year. Enemies to lovers, a little romcom, asshole boss, petty siblings….all of the things! Loved this one enough to pre-order the next one without reading the blurb!
If you love a steamy office romance, with an intoxicating slow burn then this book is perfect for you. While other books in this genre are jumping into the bedroom before even bothering to delve into a storyline, this books stands above the rest. With their ability to bring the heat while spinning a wonderfully intricate story full of unique and endearing characters Alex Wolf and Sloan Howell have created a book that flows effortlessly from the boardroom to the bedroom, while never missing a beat. This really is literary edging at it’s best!
Great read
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from this writing duo. However…they absolutely delivered a 5 story!
When Decker and Tate collided, literally and figuratively, sparks and tempers reigned supreme. All bets were off, lines drawn, and gauntlets thrown down.
Tate was a force to be reckoned with in her own right. She was the right hand of a powerful law firm, confident, sexy, and she took no prisoners in life or love. And the very arrogant but sexy Decker would not sway her. They may be working together for a common goal but he held no power over her and she was off limits for him. Decker had a bigger agenda. He might be every woman’s dream come true and his Alpha attitude might be sexy but he had learned life’s lessons the hard way.
But along with all this tough as nails, hard exterior we find a man that has his vulnerabilities and a weak spot. And a woman that has built a wall around herself that’s not easy to climb. But their sparks ignite a fire that warms and melts every heart concerned.
This was an absolutely humorous, heartwarming, and smokin’ hot story that you’ll add to your re-read section.
Bravo
4.5 stars
I’m going to be real honest here. The main reason I read Cocky Playboy was I heard a rumour that Decker was quite the dirty talker. So obviously I had to read it and see. And let me tell you I was not disappointed. That man is fine! Yes he’s rude and arrogant at first but I kinda like that in my fictional men. Tate was a fantastic character. I love a strong independent woman and Tate is definitely not a walkover. She’s intelligent, sassy and I admit I have a girl crush on her. Her and Decker together are enough to melt your kindle.
I’ve read both of these authors books before and I have to say the writing is flawless in Cocky Playboy. I couldn’t tell who wrote what and it flows perfectly. This is a brilliant start to what I’m hoping is a new series and I can’t wait to read more from these two.
5 Stars
Review by Elizabeth
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night w/ Books Blog
Sizzling HOT! Wow. Where do I sign up for more?
Cocky Playboy is my first read by Sloane Howell & Alex Wolf and boy am I hooked on their writing!
Decker and Tate make this book what it is which is outstanding! Never have I ever read a book with so much sexual tension between two characters. From their very first meeting, not knowing who the other is, is just wowzers.
Tate is in Chicago to oversee a merger with her boss, Weston. What Tate did not expect was Dicker, sorry, Decker. Decker is a huge dick at first so the name Dicker just sorta stuck. Anywho, these two are like oil and water and they do not mix. Can they though?
Decker does not date, he screws with no strings attached. So, when Tate shows up and makes him question his antics, can he change? Will he try? As for Tate, work comes first and changing that has not crossed her mind.
These two make this book the page-turner it is. Cocky Playboy is not just about the sex or the way she makes him feel, it is so much more than that. Watching them develop into what they are when this book ends it so worth it. Decker has his reasons for being the way he is and quite frankly, I do not blame him.
Cocky Playboy is so worth the one-click!!
3.5 stars
Cocky Playboy is a enemies to lovers book with a sweet twist. This book offers some sexy back and forth and hot times.
The storyline was great but honestly the characters weren’t awesome for me. I found the brothers to be utter jackasses, and while I’m all for strong women, Tate was ridiculously aggressive and just plain petulant half the time. Decker was definitely my favorite character, the combo of alpha and sweet just does something for me. One thing I didn’t understand was the big secret aspect in the beginning. While I’m not going to spoil it here, it just felt so strange to be treating it as a secret, (especially after 14 years!)
AnnMarie – Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
O…M…G…I Floved Cocky Playboy. Getting a romance novel writing by 2 male authors is just icing on the cake. These two write one of the most filthy-mouthed, possessive alpha male, steamy romance novel ever. Gosh…ladies it was steaming HOT!!! I loved the whole story line between Decker and Tate. Decker is a cocky, filthy mouthed bastard that will have you melting and Tate is a Sassy, Smart, Gorgeous Vixen that knows just how to handle Decker. She was my kind of girl. Their story is not only hot, but it’s got the right amount of sweetness in it too. Their story will melt you heart for sure. These two together set the pages on FIRE!!! They are totally hot together. Just a little warning before reading….crank the air condition down real low, grab something cold to drink and get real comfortable because it’s going to get HOT!!!!
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Cocky Playboy
By Sloane Howell and Alex Wolf.
Review:-
This is the first book I read written by Sloane and Alex and it was such a good thing to see both of them give us such a good piece of work.
Tate is what I want woman in the business world books to be …..sassy , witty , whip-smart and doesn’t take shit from anyone and feisty as fuck and I just love how she made him work for her instead of just giving in to his charms.
Decker was hard to not like …. cocky , arrogant as fuck , demanding in every aspect.
He knows what he wants and doesnt hesistate from going after it .
These two have having amazing chemistry!!!
In the office they are always at eachother’s throats and in bed too….and the strong alpha female and male combo was just muah!!!
The way they meet is really cute and fun , their banter and the way how both of them just fit together but still are unique in their own ways!!!
Sloane and Alex …this is an amazing masterpiece and it was a terrifically sexy office romance!
Ratings:-
.5/5
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This was one cute office forbidden romance. I love steamy reads. The banter between the two main characters is great. You can’t help but love the cocky male main character. He’s cocky in all the best ways possible. Loved how there were a lot of Chicago settings within the story. It made me want to visit and go there.
Tate is a strong, independent, competent woman who has worked hard to get where she is and is thisclose to finally getting that promotion she’s been working towards.
Decker is the head of his family’s very successful law firm. He’s got a reputation and he’s beyond arrogant. He knows his worth and what he brings to the table.
From the beginning I knew this was going to be an entertaining read. The snark between Tate and Decker is fantastic. I think the way Tate goes toe to toe with him helps make Decker that much more likeable, without a strong adversary I don’t think I would have liked him much.
The tables are set for this series and I can’t wait to read about the rest of the brothers.
Such a good read! You won’t be disappointed!! Decker and Tate are awesome together!!
I thoroughly enjoyed Cocky Playboy by Sloane Howell and Alex Wolf. I found the banter between both main characters to be entertaining and the slow burn to their explosion felt realistic and relatable. I respect how he guarded his secret and think that many would do the same in a similar situation.
As a fashion designer at heart, I appreciated the research done by the authors to accurately describe the outfits of the characters. It helped visualize the scenes extremely well. Although it may gripe many, I believe Tate’s character was realistically portrayed. In this day and age, women still struggle to be taken seriously and not spoken down to. I admire how well these authors portrayed her and how strong she was.
This book is for the lovers of a slow burn but a happy ending. Reading about the brothers in this serious has my interest peaked, I can’t wait to see how mighty the fall will be.
Cocky Playboy: A Billionaire Enemies-to-Lovers Romance (Cocky Suits Chicago Book 1) – Sloane Howell & Alex Wolf
Let’s dive into this! Sloane Howell and Alex Wolf are new to me as authors. I’m not sure what brought me to them but whatever it was I sure am glad.
This book actually ranks over 5 stars, I want to make that statement right away. This story started off great and continued to get better.
Decker Collins runs a family based law firm in Chicago. He is the one that oversees the ins and outs of the family business. He also has decided to merge with a law firm in Houston, the problem is he ummm didn’t tell his brothers that this was going to happen. But, now hear me out, he has good reason to do this and I applaud and stand behind his reason, but Decker, you should have mentioned this to your brothers.
Tate Reynolds is a lawyer from The Hunter Group, the Houston based firm that Decker is merging with. Her job is to make sure everything goes smoothly and she is hoping this is her step up to the next level once she gets back to Houston.
Therein lies the rest of this story, smart, don’t take no for an answer and can bust balls better than many men could Tate has met her match in Alpha male Decker Collins who has to balance his brothers rebellion, along with merging his firm with The Hunter Group all while trying and eventually seducing Tate!
Now Decker, his balls are just that much bigger than Tate’s!
I thoroughly enjoyed Decker and Tate’s story and immediately scooted back over to Amazon to purchase the rest of the series and honestly I can’t wait to (finish) book 2. Welcome to my “gotta read these guys” list Sloane and Alex! Looking forward to more of your stories!