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alwaysbooking's review
4.0
4 what a tangled web we weave stars!!
Donovan was not quite the ass hat everyone believed him to be was he? Of course he couldn’t go on being the evil brother otherwise there wouldn’t have been much character development. He wasn’t my favorite brother but that doesn’t mean he wasn’t a good brother. I really enjoyed his coming together with Tate in this book, it was something quite unexpected but really nice. I don’t think his reason for leaving Paisley behind in college were quite good enough, but I get it in a weird way. I loved how he loved Paisley when she came back, dove in head first she is it for him. Not so much that he decided that they were gonna start a family but everything else was great. (the family thing goes both ways)
Paisley was a character that I had rough time connecting too. She was so wishy washy the whole book, was she in, was she out. Her relationship with her grandparents was adorable. If she really was this no holds barred lawyer like Tate I wanted to see that, but I didn’t even get a glimpse of that in this book. She just felt to indecisive for me, not enough backbone. When you get to the end you see why she had some of the conflict but why not stand up for yourself.
I wish we would’ve had a little more brother bonding in this book than we did, I know there was an epic scene but I wanted some comrade somewhere in between. The girls seem to have it in spades and they are not even blood related. I know this review seems like I didn’t like the book when I actually did really enjoy this book. I probably just put it on such a high pedestal it would obviously get knocked down a peg or two. This whole series was amazing. I cannot wait to see what this duo comes out with next.
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Donovan was not quite the ass hat everyone believed him to be was he? Of course he couldn’t go on being the evil brother otherwise there wouldn’t have been much character development. He wasn’t my favorite brother but that doesn’t mean he wasn’t a good brother. I really enjoyed his coming together with Tate in this book, it was something quite unexpected but really nice. I don’t think his reason for leaving Paisley behind in college were quite good enough, but I get it in a weird way. I loved how he loved Paisley when she came back, dove in head first she is it for him. Not so much that he decided that they were gonna start a family but everything else was great. (the family thing goes both ways)
Paisley was a character that I had rough time connecting too. She was so wishy washy the whole book, was she in, was she out. Her relationship with her grandparents was adorable. If she really was this no holds barred lawyer like Tate I wanted to see that, but I didn’t even get a glimpse of that in this book. She just felt to indecisive for me, not enough backbone. When you get to the end you see why she had some of the conflict but why not stand up for yourself.
I wish we would’ve had a little more brother bonding in this book than we did, I know there was an epic scene but I wanted some comrade somewhere in between. The girls seem to have it in spades and they are not even blood related. I know this review seems like I didn’t like the book when I actually did really enjoy this book. I probably just put it on such a high pedestal it would obviously get knocked down a peg or two. This whole series was amazing. I cannot wait to see what this duo comes out with next.
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briandthemoon's review
5.0
Sometimes I find that by time I make it to book 3 or 4 of a series, my interest starts to take a serious dive. This is my first series by Howell/Wolf and I am delighted to report there has been zero loss of interest here! In fact, I think this is my favorite of the Cocky Suits to date! Donovan was exceptionally well developed. I love that family issues were explored both separately and in connection with his love life. Paisley was a fantastic, strong female lead. I just loved her! One of my favorite 2020 reads.
dmconnolly1's review
5.0
Arrogant Playboy was another great read from Sloane & Alex. Donovan & Paisley had it all, anger, passion and really hot sex!!! I love this series!
hannas_heas47's review
5.0
This is one of those series that seriously needs a binge read... but if your at book four then you already know that. Each can be read as a stand alone book, and each book features a hot asf...brother.
What you need to know going into book four....
1. Donovan is the youngest in a family of four brothers....this is his book.
2. This is a second chance romance... these characters come out of the gate with some intense love=hate vibes.
3. Read it slow and savor it....because this is the last brother.
What did I like? There is something to be said about that love/hate vibe. In this book it just emanates off the page. Really though? Who doesn’t love a second chance romance with a fiery passion that never went away. Donovan starts this book off really arrogant but Paisley doesn’t budge until she brings him down a notch or two. It’s so steamy to see a woman who just knows her man, and Paisley knows Donovan.
Would I recommend or buy? My favorite of this series is still Possessive Playboy but all these get a five star rating from me. It was an amazing series, and I’m saddened that this ride is over but I’m glad the brothers all found their HEA’s. The covers in this series are gorgeous and I plan on getting a copy of them ASAP for my shelf. No matter what format you get though, I recommend you read all of them because they are so good. KU too.... so grab and read.
Thoughts for the authors? Congratulations Sloane Howell and Alex Wolf on this terrific series. I devoured it, and I got my daughter to read them on KU. Fabulous job. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next. Five stars of entertainment!
What you need to know going into book four....
1. Donovan is the youngest in a family of four brothers....this is his book.
2. This is a second chance romance... these characters come out of the gate with some intense love=hate vibes.
3. Read it slow and savor it....because this is the last brother.
What did I like? There is something to be said about that love/hate vibe. In this book it just emanates off the page. Really though? Who doesn’t love a second chance romance with a fiery passion that never went away. Donovan starts this book off really arrogant but Paisley doesn’t budge until she brings him down a notch or two. It’s so steamy to see a woman who just knows her man, and Paisley knows Donovan.
Would I recommend or buy? My favorite of this series is still Possessive Playboy but all these get a five star rating from me. It was an amazing series, and I’m saddened that this ride is over but I’m glad the brothers all found their HEA’s. The covers in this series are gorgeous and I plan on getting a copy of them ASAP for my shelf. No matter what format you get though, I recommend you read all of them because they are so good. KU too.... so grab and read.
Thoughts for the authors? Congratulations Sloane Howell and Alex Wolf on this terrific series. I devoured it, and I got my daughter to read them on KU. Fabulous job. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next. Five stars of entertainment!
slovenianbookworm's review
4.0
Very short review:
- I did not like similar names. This was my first book in the series and there were a lot of names from the start and all the brothers have similar names. Deacon, Dexter, Decker and Donovan. Expect Donovan, I did not know who was who and to whom he was engaged to when I read about them.
-Secondly, I did not fully understand why Donovan broke up with the heroine. At first, I thought it had something to do with her family but after reading the whole book I still don't know what made them broke up. I guess I just don't accept him being the asshole reason.
-Also didn't understand his resentment toward one of his brother's fiances. I mean, it was explained but I didn't like how he became hostile every time he saw her. Chill, man.
-Loved the ending, though. Got me teary and all.
-sexy times, tension - hooot!
3.5-4 stars.
Thank you to the authors and a publisher for providing me with an ARC. All thoughts are my own.
- I did not like similar names. This was my first book in the series and there were a lot of names from the start and all the brothers have similar names. Deacon, Dexter, Decker and Donovan. Expect Donovan, I did not know who was who and to whom he was engaged to when I read about them.
-Secondly, I did not fully understand why Donovan broke up with the heroine. At first, I thought it had something to do with her family but after reading the whole book I still don't know what made them broke up. I guess I just don't accept him being the asshole reason.
-Also didn't understand his resentment toward one of his brother's fiances. I mean, it was explained but I didn't like how he became hostile every time he saw her. Chill, man.
-Loved the ending, though. Got me teary and all.
-sexy times, tension - hooot!
3.5-4 stars.
Thank you to the authors and a publisher for providing me with an ARC. All thoughts are my own.
mommasaystoread's review
5.0
Okay, I'm just gonna say it, Donavan is a jerk. I mean, we've pretty much known that since book one of this series. But the question is whether or not he's a redeemable jerk, and I'd have to say a great big yes because much like the rest of the Collins men, he's a big ol' marshmallow in the middle. It just takes some work to get there, and the journey was terrific. We're four books in now, and every time I say the authors have given me a favorite couple, they top it with the next book, so I've decided that they can all be my favorites since this series has definitely become a must-read for me. This one does have its share of secrets to uncover, and I think it may be the most emotional of the series so far, but it's also got the witty dialogue that I look forward to and Donavan and Paisley are hot enough to set your Kindle on fire. All in all, another great couple in a series of great couples, and I can't wait to see what Sloane and Alex do next.
bookedandbusybookblog's review
5.0
I didn’t expect all the feels with Arrogant Playboy, book four in the Cocky Suits Chicago series but man, did these two authors deliver them! This intense second chance romance between Donavan and Paisley had everything...laughter, tears, smoking hot chemistry, swoon worthy moments and more. Donavan is definitely the most intense, complicated brother out of all of them but Paisley gives him a run for his money. I enjoyed their story and cannot wait for more from these two authors!
bookaddictreviews's review
4.0
Arrogant Playboy is my first read by Alex Wolf and Sloane Howell….and after reading this one I am definitely dying to read more from this writing duo, especially the Collins brothers.
Donovan is a criminal law lawyer. He is arrogant, dominant, hot, and powerful. He has worked hard to get where he is and prove to his old brothers that he is more than just the baby of the family. Paisley is a successful lawyer and she is doing everything she can to help her father and her grandparents out, even if that means moving back to Chicago and working for a law firm that took her father down and also happens to be the one her ex, Donovan works at.
The chemistry between Donovan and Paisley is EXPLOSIVE. These two were on FIRE. The dislike between them led to tons of tension, which led to some steamy scenes. They were together for three years during law school, so there is a lot of history between them and it is history that you don’t just forget about it. Things quickly progressed between them and seemed to only grow hotter as the story and their relationship progressed.
There was a little bit of drama, some great family moments and whole lot of heat. If you love powerful, dominant, dirty talking lawyers and second chance romances then this is definitely one you’ll want to check out,
Donovan is a criminal law lawyer. He is arrogant, dominant, hot, and powerful. He has worked hard to get where he is and prove to his old brothers that he is more than just the baby of the family. Paisley is a successful lawyer and she is doing everything she can to help her father and her grandparents out, even if that means moving back to Chicago and working for a law firm that took her father down and also happens to be the one her ex, Donovan works at.
The chemistry between Donovan and Paisley is EXPLOSIVE. These two were on FIRE. The dislike between them led to tons of tension, which led to some steamy scenes. They were together for three years during law school, so there is a lot of history between them and it is history that you don’t just forget about it. Things quickly progressed between them and seemed to only grow hotter as the story and their relationship progressed.
There was a little bit of drama, some great family moments and whole lot of heat. If you love powerful, dominant, dirty talking lawyers and second chance romances then this is definitely one you’ll want to check out,
paddlefoot55's review
5.0
ARC received for an honest review
I have really enjoyed the Cocky Suits series, however this is the one I have been wanting since the start.
And Howell and Wolf have not disappointed.
In fact, this is my favourite book in the series. Paisley and Donovan's second chance at love is one full of heartache, hurt, and sexual tension through the roof.
Donovan - man, I love this guy. Even when I hate the guy for being an arrogant a-hole. And boy, the last 10% of this story had my emotions alllll over the place.
I love the Collins brothers as much as I hate them all at times. They and their lady loves made me mad, made me sad and made me laugh out loud at times.
Paisley and Donovan are both a ruthless as each other - and all that animosity leads to some great scenes and sexy AF moments.
There is a scene that completely blindsided me. Like, I was happy and smiling one minute, and a complete emotional wreck the next. All I can say is have some tissues nearby.
I devoured this book, and can't wait for more from this duo.
I have really enjoyed the Cocky Suits series, however this is the one I have been wanting since the start.
And Howell and Wolf have not disappointed.
In fact, this is my favourite book in the series. Paisley and Donovan's second chance at love is one full of heartache, hurt, and sexual tension through the roof.
Donovan - man, I love this guy. Even when I hate the guy for being an arrogant a-hole. And boy, the last 10% of this story had my emotions alllll over the place.
I love the Collins brothers as much as I hate them all at times. They and their lady loves made me mad, made me sad and made me laugh out loud at times.
Paisley and Donovan are both a ruthless as each other - and all that animosity leads to some great scenes and sexy AF moments.
There is a scene that completely blindsided me. Like, I was happy and smiling one minute, and a complete emotional wreck the next. All I can say is have some tissues nearby.
I devoured this book, and can't wait for more from this duo.