Smoking hot chemistry. Check!
All the steam. Double check!

I loved this steamy age gap romance from one of my favorite authors! Marni Mann never fails to thrill and entertain with her alphalicious billionaire heroes.

If you’re a fan of the following, this book is for you:

* age gap
* forced proximity
* fake relationship
* billionaire romance
* Bad boy / good girl
* Reformed player
* Steamy and sexy

I simply can’t get enough of this series! Bring on the next one.

•• Grayson and Jovana ••

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Mr. Wicked by Marni Mann
Book 2 : Hooked

Marni, I don’t know how you do it, but you never freaking miss.

Grayson and Jovana’s story was one of the most unconventional stories I have read but I loved it so much. Their marriage of convenience is not something I read often but it was so good. I loved the way it all played out.

I am still just soaking in the absolute bliss (read book hangover) that I get from Marni’s books. Just over here waiting for Holden’s book.

Happy reading 🫶🏻

Marni is becoming a go-to author for me. Ever since reading the first book in the series. I couldn't wait for Grayson's book. It was everything I hoped for. I look forward to reading more of her books.

What is Marni writing in these books that has me so addicted? I love Jovanna and alphahole Grayson together in one of my fave tropes fake dating/marriage of convenience. The spice is always on point in these books and it’s steamy from the get go no slow burn here! I’m really loving the hooked series so far and the guys are just top notch. Also no third act break up which is always a bonus for me and one thing I absolutely love.

Mr. Wicked was AMAZING! I absolutely loved where this story took me. Marni's writing is always evolving into something new and Mr. Wicked was no exception.

Were back to the dating app that is skyrocketing everybody’s love life making dreams come true. Only thing is Grayson Tanner is making it seem like it’s all a fake. Here is a guy who believe love can’t possibly happen especially marriage. Then we have Jovana Winters, who is one of the few people who still believe in love at first sight and the happily ever afters. Two people so opposite from each other yet actually are like two peas in a pod. The chemistry is definitely all there but Marnie Mann shows us that sometimes love can really happen without the physical part. Seeing these two together we see a connection they never expected in a way Jovana brings out the goodness in Grayson. All his life he has never settled, never finding the unforgettable so to speak. See all the women he’s been with never stayed on his mind but then wowza he meets Jovana. Have to say there is nothing like a woman mad to really get you to think about things you could have done better than worse.Not only do we these two but we see Easton and Drake even Holden, the brains behind the app and boy this is a friendship that really helps one another. This was a great story to see and one worth waiting for by Marnie Mann for Mr. Wicked can be good, bad, naughty but in the end he is just like all bad boys you want to teach that love does exist of course with the right woman.

“I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own.”

As Always Marni starts off with Spice! She never disappoints. I enjoyed how Fiesty Jovana was even when MR. WICKED Grayson told her how it was going to go after their one night stand. Jovana seemed to second guess herself each time her and Grayson got together but when she realized Grayson wasn't a relationship man she left him high and dry and loved that about her. She gave as good as she took.
After some media scandals occur and they start to threaten his company’s success Grayson is forced to let go of is bachelor ways and show the world the even Mr.Wicked is capable of being “hooked” and that’s when things get interesting.

I ended up really enjoying this one. I really liked Jovana’s fiery attitude and how she didn’t allow Grayson to just walk all over her despite her feelings for him. And Grayson, it took me a bit, but I fell for that man. He has a bit of a traumatic past, which is what has lead to his no commitment lifestyle, but watching him come to terms with his feelings was just incredibly sweet.

I am definitely cannot wait where single daddy Holden get’s his turn at being hooked.

Thank you to Marni Mann and ValentinePR for the eARC. As always Marni delivers. She just makes you fall in love with her men.

Thank you Montlake, Marni Mann, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my review.

Grayson and Jovana hooked me from when they first met (pun intended). Who doesn’t love the bad boy falls for the good girl trope?? Honestly one of my favorites. Grayson is the type of guy who no one thinks will ever settle down and Jovana is the type of girl who seems like she’ll settle for someone. When she’s put in a situation that could potentially change her entire life, how could she possibly refuse?

For a good part of this book you’re convinced these 2 just won’t figure it out, even though you know deep down that they will. It was truly a very sweet (and spicy) story that I thoroughly enjoyed reading! I’ve already recommended it to several friends so it’s safe to say that I will continue to do so!

I love a good grump x sunshine, fake dating, reformed playboy moment!

You could see the instant connection from the second we met Grayson & Jovana. Even though Grayson never thought he would be the person to settle down (despite creating the "marriage" arm of the dating app he made with his buds). he can't deny that he can't stop thinking about Jovana.

When she steps in to help his company after a PR scandal, he really can't deny things. I loved their connection and vulnerability with each other. I think the mindsets of both characters fit them, but I loved their character development. I couldn't help but root for them the entire time!

I also loved seeing our couple from book 1!

Grayson Tanner is one of the founders of the dating app Hooked. He doesn’t do relationships and he’s said proudly he enjoys being a bachelor. Which causes a PR nightmare when people get wind of how he feels even though he owns a successful dating app.

Jovana is a waitress/social media influencer that he meets and has a one night stand with. What better way to improve Grayson’s image than pretend to be together.

Marni’s writing, the characters, and overall storyline has me always wanted to read her books and this one was so good!

Thank you for the arc 🤍

Thank you both Marni Mann and Montlake for the eARC. All reviews and thoughts are of my own.

Mr. Wicked......swoon, checks blushing and hands fanning. Greyson is definitely wicked with his words, looks and tongue, He is the poster boy for rich bachelor, enjoying the single life, his money, success and any women willing. We love when a man is hit in his chest with all the feels when he wants none of them. Mr. Wicked is book two in the Hooked series, and Greyson is the lucky man right now. It is a stand alone and doesn't need to be read in order which i love. I love how the "love story" literally starts from chapter one. When his friends and him are at a bar and he spots a beauty that he just needs to know.

Jovana knows what she wants and wont compromise or give up. Shes the type of woman to go toe to toe with even the biggest men. She got the last laugh of her being the one to leave and give two middle fingers to Greyson. Thinking she'll never have to deal with him again. The irony though, after a PR disaster, Greyson is tasked now to "find love" and get married. The last thing he ever wants to do. Jovana wants the real true marraige, not a no strings attached, fake one, but shes willing to help Greyson at this moment.

This book took you for a wild ride, These two were complete opposites but worked so well. Jovana was alot younger than Greyson but knew what she wanted out of life more that he did. Its definitely a fun quick read, that has the perfect grumpy alpha billionaire, and the sweet sunshine FMC. The plot was amazing, the build up of the actual relationship was perfect and the ending wrapped everything nicely in a pretty bow. Watching Greyson squirm and do something that was as bad as pulling teeth was so much fun. Watching the growth between the characters was what i truly wanted and got. I did enjoy the book and cant wait to see where the rest of this series takes us!

This book was everything! It gave me all the feels especially towards the end. But I swear Marni Mann delivers every time with her men. Definitely recommend.

I love Marni's writing so much and I was so excited for a new series! This did not disappoint! Thank you so much for giving me an arc!

The second book in the series finds that the dating app the three men came up with has taken off and now they are soaring over another app and the numbers are out of the roof. Turns out that the algrorythms have them finding love. The problem becomes huge when someone catches Grayson saying he does not believe in commitment. Now he is being teamed with a PR person and then fake dating you can see where this is going. Jovana the female character though becomes the strong person she needs to be for the story. A good book.

Marni Mann just knows what to do with her books
Im obsessed with her writing like OMG
When i start i cant put them down
I just need more and more
Queen keep going

Jovana and Grayson have great banter, chemistry, and this fake relationship story is full of spice and good times. Grayson is in need of an image haul over, and Jovana has the right attitude and personality to help Grayson. Though they didn’t have the best start to their relationship, but they would both benefit from this arrangement. I like how Grayson finally comes around and lowers his walls for the right person.

This is Book 2 in the Hooked Series by this author. It is an opposites attract romance between Grayson and Jovana. These flawed characters and the unique plot make for an entertaining read. What starts out as a one night stand turns into something more. It is a slow burn love story with drama and steam, sexual tension and chemistry, and twists and turns, plus appealing secondary characters to keep the reader interested. An emotional ride.

I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Valentine PR and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

I wanted to like this book but honestly, I wish I had DNF’d it.

I couldn’t relate to the characters at all and the FMC drove me absolutely bonkers. The plot had so much promise but I think it was missing higher stakes. Usually the fun part of the reformed playboy trope is that she believes he’s like that and doesn’t want to risk herself with him. This typically puts the MMC in a position to really prove himself. Instead here, we know from the first couple of chapters she doesn’t buy it. So what’s the point of even using the trope?

It just wasn’t my vibe. The writing was solid and the spice was good but I didn’t enjoy the characters or the half done tropes.

Mr. Wicked by Marni Mann is wicked indeed!
Mr. Wicked, book two in the wildly sexy Hooked series features a grumpy elite billionaire, fake marriage, age gap romance. I ate up the chemistry, back and forth banter, and the spice was on point. Jovana & Grayson were to die for, and I loved the journey from fake to real!

If you're craving a scorching hot romance, you'll absolutely love Mr. Wicked!

If you're looking for a man who knows what he wants and goes after it, Grayson is your guy! But don't expect anything more than a good time because he doesn't believe in love or commitment. After a hot one night stand, Jovana finds that out the hard way. Mr. Wicked is the second book in the Hooked series, but can be read as a standalone. And Marni Mann has hit out of the park, as always! Jovana first came across as a little naive and innocent but as the story progresses you find that she is a strong, feisty FMC, who is a true romantic at heart. Grayson is this alphahole billionaire who believes he can get any woman he wants. And he avoids commitment like a plague, but underneath it all you find a sweet attentive MMC. You get everything that you expect from a Marni Mann book - sizzling chemistry, immediate attraction and great banter! Highly recommend!W