Playboy

“Winner takes all.”

Holy smokes…Sin City just got even more DECADENTLY DELICIOUS in PLAYBOY by Katy Evans! I just adored every single moment of this wildly addictive romance featuring a roguishly sexy high roller with nothing to lose…and a sassy wildcard who drives him to extremes! As the saying goes, to the victor go the spoils and this player is IN IT TO WIN!

THE STORY:
What starts out as a wicked wager turns into a stroke of good luck when Cullen Carmichael AKA “Playboy” wins a bewitchingly beautiful gallery owner in an illegal underground poker game from her jerky date…and decides he’s gonna keep her! Of course his feisty, flame haired prize, Wynn Watson, who is fresh off of a bad breakup, has no intention on being played by anyone! Even if there is an instant lightning bolt of attraction zinging between “Red” and this ”silver-eyed devil” who is just about the most hypnotically sexy man she’s ever laid eyes on!

There is something eerily familiar about Cullen and when she discovers that the “tsar of poker” is none other than her best friend's soon to be brother in-law her hackles go up even more. But Cullen is a man on a mission and after a bad luck streak he has deemed Wynn his lucky charm so he is not about to let her slip away. So let the no-holds-barred WOOING commence!

Despite Wynn’s reservations, when they cross paths again at her bestie Livvy’s wedding, she can’t resist Cullen’s dare to jet off with him to Vegas to embark on a whirlwind adventure. And what ensues are long, sultry nights filled with sinful temptation, mega big wins and glitz and glamour galore! However, when they call each other's bluff in all matters of the heart, can the ultimate gamble on love turn into the winning streak of a lifetime?

MY THOUGHTS:
PLAYBOY is pure giddy romantic escapism at its best…with a fascinating foray into the high stakes world of professional poker playing which I found utterly exhilarating!!!

This is the fifth standalone in Ms. Evans’ mega popular Manwhore series and it was such a trip to catch up with all the beloved characters from previous installments. In this brand new, molten hot page-turner, Cullen Carmichael takes center stage, and he is just so friggin scrumptious I am still DROWNING IN BLISS!

Gah! This man! Cullen is strong, virile, fiercely possessive, sexy as sin and emanates PURE ANIMAL MAGNETISM! However, there is so much more to this almighty poker player than meets the eye! For even though on the outside this tall, dark, mysteriously handsome playboy may be all raw, earthy masculinity, if you look beyond that gorgeously arrogant smirk, those big, hard muscles and all that smoldering charisma, you’ll find a complex, darkly intense man who thrives on control and is as exquisitely tender as he is formidable.

This notorious player has definitely earned his jaded bad boy rep and has no qualms about leaving a string of broken hearts in his wake, and pity the woman who DARES to try to tame him. But then all the rules change when Cullen's fate collides with a bewitching temptress who turns his whole world asunder. I just love how this rich, powerful, uber seductive Alpha Male becomes unhinged by the one woman on earth who holds all the cards… and that woman is Wynn!

Even though “Red” had her infuriatingly headstrong moments where I admittedly wanted to SHAKE SOME SENSE INTO HER, for the most part I really dug this heroine! She's bubbly and sweet and saucy with a sparkling, winsome personality that’s so infectiously charming! But she’s also achingly vulnerable and woefully insecure too. However, what Wynn isn’t is gullible and after everything she’s been through she refuses to fall prey to our suavely sexy PLAYBOY.

But alas, Cullen is NOT a man who ever folds! And despite Wynn’s romantic hang-ups, he wants her with a burning hot intensity and refuses to squander his good luck charm! And when he entices her to accompany him on a whirlwind poker playing extravaganza in Vegas, who is she to turn him down? But she vows to keep their dalliance purely professional.

However, as with all of Ms. Evans tantalizing Alphas, a woman can only resist Cullen’s intoxicating allure for so long, and Wynn eventually discovers she’s fighting a losing battle against this man who makes her feel so loved and cherished....like she can CONQUER THE FREAKING WORLD! And once this deliciously slow burning romance finally reaches a fever pitch all bets are off.

Speaking of highly-voltage sensuality….Cullen and Wynn are so combustible together they GAVE ME FULL BODY SHIVERS! They click on every single level, OOZE chemistry, and I was so captivated by this magical coupling I truly felt each heated glance, every quivering touch, and each and every tender-hearted emotion down to my core. And fair warning…this dynamic duo’s version of strip poker is PANTY MELTING HOT!

Sexy times aside, there are some mighty big obstacles to overcome on the road to HEA, including heartbreaking secrets that both are keeping under lock and key. So you may wonder who ends up winning their sexually charged, no strings attached bet, which of course ignites into full throttle love affair? My lips are sealed but… sigh….lemme just say the way it all pans out is so SPELLBINDING it leaves you with an EPIC BOOK HANGOVER!

4.25 stars---PLAYBOY is the fifth instalment in Katy Evans’ contemporary, adult MANWHORE erotic, romance series focusing on a tight knit group of friends. This is professional poker player Cullen Carmichael, and thirty-year old, gallery owner Wynn Watson’s story line. PLAYBOY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual first person points of view (Wynn and Cullen) PLAYBOY follows the building relationship between professional poker player Cullen Carmichael, and thirty-year old, gallery owner Wynn Watson. An illegal, underground poker game finds Wynn Watson the ultimate prize when her date loses everything to poker player Cullen Carmichael including our story line heroine. Currently in a slump on the professional circuit Cullen’s losing streak comes to an end with Wynn Watson at his side. Hoping to keep his run of good luck, Cullen makes Wynn an offer she cannot refuse as he embarks on the qualifying rounds for a showdown in Vegas. What ensues is the building relationship between Cullen and Wynn, and the potential fall-out as Wynn struggles between head and heart, and her inability to look past Cullen’s questionable profession.

Cullen has wanted Wynn for a very long time but Wynn was in a relationship, and Cullen has no plans to become the ‘other man’. With the nickname ‘Playboy’ on the professional circuit, Cullen’s reputation with the ladies precedes his introduction to our story line heroine, a heroine who is well aware of the man at her side. Discovering Wynn to be his ‘good luck charm’ Cullen is desperate to keep our heroine by his side.

The relationship between Cullen and Wynn is based upon multiple bets, and an on-going game of winner takes all. Every action is measured by win, lose or draw but the ultimate loss comes in the form of a potential broken heart when the relationship becomes something more. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful secondary and supporting players who figure prominently in Cullen and Wynn’s life including all of the previous story line couples, as well as Cullen’s brother Callan and Wynn’s best friend Olivia (Womanizer #4). We are introduced to a number of players on the professional poker tour, one of whom is about to change the direction of Cullen’s life.

PLAYBOY is a fun and flirty story with sassy and sexy characters that reads a little bit like ‘Indecent Proposal’. Cullen offers Wynn everything she could every have imagined, an exchange that could have felt business-like but came with good intentions, from the heart. The character driven premise is realistic and spirited; the romance is tender, erotic and intense; the characters are charismatic and feisty. PLAYBOY is a sizzling and suggestive story from the pen of Katy Evans.

<b>"People don’t really know how addictive love is until they fall. Once you’re in, you crave the feeling like a drug and you feel lost without it."</b>

Katy Evans has done it again. She has given a book I fully adored. Seriously, how does she do it. How does she keep giving hit after hit. I want to camp outside and know her secrets. Her books always make me so heady. They steal a part of my soul. They carve a deep cut in my heart. Always flawless. Always effortless. I am always left speechless with every new book she releases. Playboy was a sinful package. It was a rapid and heart rushing romance that pummeled me. Deep in my heart. Deep in my mind. Deep in my soul. Wow, Playboy exceeded all my expectations. The hot pulsing plot. The sexy and spicy characters. Playboy ultimately ERUPTED. Playboy INFLAMED me. Playboy ENGULFED me.

Playboy is the fifth book in the Manwhore series and absolutely my favourite. The Manwhore series is by far my favourite series from Katy Evans. Why? Well, let me tell you, the series just give me sweet and sexy tingles. Of course, make me emotional and losing my head. In a good way. The series is just a magnificent essence. Playboy is a catalyst to that essence. Bold. Brilliant. Outstanding. Heart-stirring. Playboy was a divine read with an entertaining storyline that captured me. Playboy was hilarious. Playboy was sensual. Playboy was inducing. My heart was coaxed. My soul was blistered. I was sucked into a world of poker and art that rocked my world. I was titillated into a high class romance that haunted me. My love for Kay Evan's writing is infinite. My love for her words just hits me till my drunk and high. Every time I read her books, I know I am getting a top notch romance. I know I am getting words that arouses me. Playboy is a jam packed romance with panty melting moments, witty banter and inebriating love that gave me the ride of my life.

Wynn and Cullen truly make my heart swell. Their chemistry so sexy, light and flirty. I absolutely fell head over heels in love with Wynn and Cullen. Wynn was so sassy but relatable. I felt her insecurities and doubts. She was utterly a firecracker with a heart of gold. Cullen made me weak. Yep, he is going into #MakeTanakaWeakClub. He was cocky, incorrigible and melted every single part of my heart. Malcolm Saint will always be my love but Cullen definitely left an etch.

Read Playboy. That is all I can say. Sanctify yourself in the power of Katy Evans words.

PLAYBOY is one decadently steamy read! Katy Evans has yet again created another charismatic Alpha Male Hero, who is sure to get her reader’s pulses racing! This fifth installment of the ”Manwhore” series was pure unadulterated fun! While Malcolm Saint is, by far, the most swoon-worthy of all the Heroes in this series, I can’t deny that Cullen Carmichael comes in a close second. He’s the epitome of the tall, dark and handsome alpha with a bad boy image that made him even more appealing. While I usually tend to love Katy’s Heroes, I always seem to have a tough time liking her Heroines and that was the case with Wynn as well. At times, she seemed to create unnecessary drama which made it hard for me to really like her character.

Wynn and Cullen run into each other at an illegal underground high stakes poker game. She’s there on a date with a man who loses her to Cullen when he’s dealt a bad hand. At first, she doesn’t realize who Cullen is but before the night is over she recognizes him as her best friend Livvy’s brother-in-law. Cullen ends up winning the game and claims that Wynn was his good luck charm. When the two run into each other a few days later, the flirting begins and soon they make a naughty wager that has Wynn flying to Vegas with Cullen to be his companion at a poker championship game.

Cullen has been captivated by Wynn from the moment he saw her, and she has no clue. He’s pulling out all the stops to woo her while they’re together in Vegas, and what starts off as a no strings attached arrangement is quickly turning into something more. The passion that ignites between this couple is off the charts smoking hot! I mean like a FIVE ALARM FIRE.????? Once the sexy times start, it’s on! Cullen is one insatiable and truly giving lover.

The two have quite a few obstacles in their way. Wynn is afraid of jumping into a serious relationship. She’s still damaged by her breakup with Emmett, which nearly crushed her and knows that if Cullen breaks her heart, it will destroy her because what she feels for Cullen far surpasses anything she’s ever felt for the previous men in her life. Cullen and Wynn also each have secrets that they fear will put an end to their romance.

Here are my overall ratings

Hero: 5
Heroine: 3.5
Plot: 4.5
Angst: 4
Steam: 5
Chemistry Between Hero & Heroine: 5

In both his personal and professional life, Cullen Carmichael is the ultimate player, so it doesn’t come as a surprise when he wins a beautiful woman in a bet, even if she was with another guy, but what is surprising is when Cullen invites his good luck charm to go with him to Las Vegas - a place where the stakes are even higher and the ultimate prize might just be the one thing neither of them had thought they wanted.

Uncharacteristically, Wynn Watson takes a chance and agrees to head to Sin City with her best friend’s soon-to-be brother-in-law, Cullen, notorious playboy, gambler, and bet winner. Wynn doesn’t see her decision as that much of a risk because she plans to guard her heart, and the trip allows her to have fun and let loose, which since her breakup, she hasn’t felt like doing. Who would have thought, though, that the playboy would want to do anything but ‘play,’ forcing Wynn to go all in or fold and give up what might be the greatest and most fulfilling risk of her life.

I’m a huge fan of Katy Evans’ Manwhore Series, especially when she provides readers with insight about previous characters from the series, and while I did feel like Cullen and Wynn’s story was a bit too predictable, it didn’t really take away from my enjoyment because the hero and heroine were incredibly likable and I liked watching them circle around each other and play off how they felt about one another until they could no longer deny their feelings.

I also really liked how Cullen treated Wynn, helping her see just how amazing she is and how much she deserves in life and in love and through his words and actions, readers also see just who Cullen is beneath the suave and sexy playboy.

Vegas, the setting for most of Playboy, is perfect for the risks Cullen and Wynn are taking, even if the outcome has no way of staying in Vegas due to their responsibilities back home. With Vegas as the backdrop, anything goes and let me tell you, Katy Evans makes sure Cullen and Wynn gamble with more than just money.

Playboy is a sweet and sexy ready that has the hero and heroine taking the biggest risks of their lives in a variety of ways, meaning that once these two go all-in, hopefully there won’t be a winner and a loser but two people winning it all.

4 Poison Apples

He’s the epitome of everything you should stay away from but where’s the fun in that.

She’s the straight laced, by the book woman who needs to stand on her own but what could a harmless little bet with the ultimate playboy hurt?

A smoking hot Katy read with great twists, witty banter and an alpha man to make you squirm in your seat.

Cullen is the master at cards with his ‘no tell’ face and ultimate poker champion demeanor....then SHE get inside and no pair of sunglasses will hide the smolder in his eyes!

I fell in love with Wynn and Callan...I lived thier story in a way only Katy words can provide! The story takes you on an unexpected wonderful ride and you will be a smiling fool by the time you reach the end!

When I first started the Manwhore series, meeting Wynn as Rachel’s friend, I was hoping she would get back together with her chef boyfriend, Emmett, and it seemed like they would by the end of Womanizer. But now that I’ve read Playboy, I’m so glad Katy Evans decided on Cullen for Wynn. He is alpha, sexy and sweet all at once, wanting to give everything to the girl who deserves it all. I adored both of these characters and their love story. If there’s an author who can make the love and romance between her characters feel real, it’s Katy Evans.

After breaking it off with the man she imagined her happily ever after with, Wynn is ready to get back in the game and find a partner who’ll cherish her this time. Unfortunately, it’s not the guy she’s on a date with, who’s taken her to a poker game. But that’s where she meets Cullen Carmichael, the gorgeous man her date is playing against. There’s instant attraction and want on both ends – and once Cullen makes a bet with Wynn, they’re off to Vegas, where the stakes (and emotions) are higher.

Despite the label of “Playboy,” Cullen is very much into Wynn and only Wynn. He shows her the glamorous side of being with a successful professional poker player, treating her like a queen, but once they leave Vegas, will the charm rub off? Wynn and Cullen have fallen head over heels for each other, but with that love last outside of Vegas?

Wynn and Cullen are perfect together. I love the way Cullen dotes on her the way Wynn deserves, and the way Wynn softens the hard edges Cullen has. The chemistry between them is off the charts – Katy Evans knows how to turn up the heat in her books, and the way Cullen can focus all of his desire, dominance, and need onto Wynn has me all heart-eyed and fanning myself. And besides these two lovely characters, I’m happy we get to see all the previous characters in this book. If this is the last Manwhore book, which I’m praying it’s not, because I could read about all of these characters for ages, it ended the series perfectly!

In inimitable Katy Evans style, this is a romance of the very highest order and one that will leave you not only hot under the collar but with baited breath.

The fifth in the Manwhore series sees Wynn and Cullen get their time in the spotlight and it is most definitely a spotlight that they both share equally.

Cullen had, had his eye on the gorgeous Wynn for a long time but since she was already in a relationship he steered well clear, after all his isn’t known as Playboy on the poker circuit for nothing, it’s not as if he was hurting for company. When he learns that her relationship has ended…it game on and this champion player is all in, because this is the woman that his soul knows is different to all the others, this is the woman that was meant to be by his side, meant to be his, his heart told him so!

I loved that when they picked up on what was initially a bet, it was obvious that they were both circling the truth, both reluctant to accept and acknowledge that there was more to their bet than they initially were willing to share. Feelings were mutual if not always clearly communicated. Losing a bet may have never been more appealing to either of them.

I adore the way that Cullen may have appeared to be every inch the perfection of alpha male, but there was a whole lot more under that perfectly sculpted exterior…he was a glorious specimen of maleness!!! The interaction between the two of them was off the charts hot but it was the emotional connection, the banter and attitude that I felt gave me a clearer picture of who they were underneath, they were the perfect match!

Everyone deserves to be someone’s lucky charm and for this pair they were able to give that to each other, yes, I know they fell long and hard, very very quickly but that didn’t bother me at all, my own relationship took a week to fall into place and for him to move in and over a quarter of a century later we are still married.
Great story, sensational writing, and fab characters…nothing else needed!

Playboy was one of my most anticipated reads of 2018. It seems like I had to wait forever to get this book in my hands. I could not wait for Cullen's book. While it was not my absolute favorite book in the 'Manwhore Series", it was still enjoyable. As always, I love how this book is told in dual POV, and that even though it can be read as a standalone, we get to see past characters reappear and let their voices be heard.

Cullen Carmicheal. The famous gambler, the ultimate playboy, the one hero I had high hopes for, the one manwhore that I thought would want to devour, fell short for me. I felt like he didn't really have much to say. Kinda like a one word man. Not that it is a bad thing, but I felt like there was a lot of unspoken words that needed to be said. I also think Cullen made critical errors when it came to family life.

Wynn. Is the gorgeous redhead who loves everything about art. Owning a gallery truly makes her happy. She is the last single woman in her group of friends. After being burned she is officially done with men, but secretly still wants a family to call her own one day. I did like Wynn but wished she would have been better at having a backbone. She would let others tell her how to feel and go along with it. I just wish she was a stronger woman when it came to her feelings and not let people dictate what she was doing.

Even though Playboy was not a five star for me, I still think others will enjoy this, so don't let my review deter you away from it. The story line was really good, and the plot wasn't some huge blowout, so it was somewhat of a light read which is a nice change of pace for me.

* I would recommend this book to someone who enjoys a light read. To someone who LOVES books about finding the one, and doing what they have to to make that happen.

When bringing the poker face to the table, Cullen knows how to keep it calm, but also bring the fire within Wynn and win big time...

Everyone who knows me, know that my love and admiration towards Katy Evans is real and powerful. There is no exception when she writes about new characters from a continued series that I will hop right into it. With Manwhore series, getting to meet all these dark, mysterious, and dangerous characters is so thrilling to me that the word crave does no justice as to how much I want every single one of them. Cullen and Wynn were noticed in the previous novels, and I am honestly beyond glad that they both got their romance novel. A couple that are inseparable in every way, bringing the vibes of possessiveness to the mix.

Katy has outdone herself in this compelling romance, making me have such a hangover over the fact that my love for Cullen is now immense. Wynn has such a unique persona that when reading more of her insightful point of view, you really immerse yourself to her world. As someone who has a broken past with her ex-boyfriend, Emmett, Wynn tries to present herself in a positive ambiance by putting herself out there. When one date leads her to a game of poker, Wynn encounters herself with the mysterious silver-eyed Cullen. The chemistry is instant, and one knows not to mess with the power the oozes from Cullen.

When encountering upon a bet, Cullen and Wynn begin to play the game of seduction, bringing the best poker face they both have. When temptation is brought to the mix, there is no turning back to admitting of wanting each other. For Cullen however, bringing happiness to Wynn is the only thing he can ask for. Finding that happiness becomes so easy for Wynn when being around Cullen, making them both fall hard for each other in a way that is unexpected for both. Thankfully wooing Wynn is the only thing on Cullen's mind, making her want him more and more is just the up side of the relationship they have.

Overall, the seductive side that is Cullen Carmichael has brought me to my knees of feeling weak and drooling over such a powerful male character. And if Katy ever stops making characters such as Cullen, my world will be destroyed completely. Not many authors can achieve the fact of making me love their characters through the point of view of one individual, but Katy will never stop amazing me!

Howwwww do I always find myself jumping into series a few books in? I've been reading Katy Evans for a few years now and for some reason, this series has completely slipped by me. Playboy is the first book I've read in the Man***re series and I'm absolutely in love with Cullen and Wynn. I'm quite the fan of Katy Evans and will read just about anything she writes. And I couldn't wait to dive into this one, it was one of the moments when I dropped everything I was doing when this book popped into my kindle.

These two are just sizzling off the pages from the very beginning, which made it one of the books that you can easily read in one sitting. Yes, their connection and chemistry is instant and absolutely hot. But thanks to that dual POV, we get to see into the mind of Cullen and we learn more about his attraction towards Wynn and when it actually began.

Now I'm not a huge fan of gambling and had the initial idea that poker for him was some sort of addiction. And I didn't want to the story to go towards the direction of where he'd be choosing his profession over Wynn. It didn't surround that one bit, it's pretty evident what/who he'd choose if it ever came down to that. Cullen was such a surprising character because he's a ladies man after all, so I was curious to see how he was going to win Wynn completely. They've got little bets going on during their time together and you'll be eager to know who wins in the end. And when it comes to Cullen, there's definitely a whole lot more than meets the eye.

What started out as bets turned into something real and rather unexpected. Can the "playboy" change his ways and make Wynn his end game? Will Wynn throw everything to the wind and try to capture Cullen's heart?

Prepare yourself for a read that'll completely capture your heart, it's steamy and downright s**y!

Katy Evans has always been one of my favorite authors since I first found her through "Real." I've kept up with her various series - and loved getting to fall in love over and over again with not just her stories - but her style of story-telling. Her writing is always amazing, well organized, and draws you in so quickly that you're done with the book before you know it.
In Playboy, we get Wynn and Cullen's story from the Manwhore series. Wynn has always been one of those side characters in the other books that made you smile, let you know she was a good person. And getting inside her mind this time, it was so much fun. A lovable, sweet, smart, independent woman whose been hurt. That's our Wynn. Someone who has suffered and has more or less given up on the thought of love. At least for now.
Enter Cullen - brother to her best friend's husband. Playboy in every sense of the word. And one that is determined to win what he wants at all costs. And now that Wynn is free - She's the greatest prize he'd love to take home.
Their story was magnetizing. I loved every word. And really, I LOVED Cullen. He wasn't at all what I expected, and I really loved to read his chapters, and know what he was thinking. And Wynn - Oh the feels this girl brought to my heart.
I loved Playboy. I can't recommend it enough. It was different, and unexpected, really.
You can't go wrong with ANY Katy Evan's book. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would.

Playboy is a hot, sexy read. Author Katy Evans gives us another fantastic book boyfriend that is everything we love about her heroes.

Cullen is alpha, gorgeous, confident, funny and charming. Wynn is beautiful, smart, and heartbroken. Their banter is witty, sarcastic and filled with promise. Their push/pull is intense and frustrating. Author Katy Evans gives us a slow burn with lots of teasing and innuendo. No insta-love but the attraction is palpable.

They try to fight it but the cat and mouse chase that ensues is worth the fight. Will they or won’t they and when? It was very frustrating but at the same time, the build up is worth it. Author Katy Evans develops their connection. I could feel the air sizzle between them.

Playboy is a fun, sexy story with steam. It was fun being with the Manwhore characters and see how they’re faring. Playboy can be read as a standalone, even with the character crossovers because it focuses on Wynn and Cullen. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.

This book wont let you down... Im hoping for more Manwhore series and Cullen is my new favorite... super seductive.. playful.. teasing... Playboy definetely is in for the play... my cheeks were in constant blushed... how can i not? The words can be so simple yet can melt a girl heart?

Cullen Carmichael had been smitten when he saw Wynn for the first time.. a woman who didnt go after him as a playboy.. they both had their sparks and love to tease each other.. I love the dynamic.. the variation from slow burn romance... hellooo it kept me keep wanting more! This playboy was a cahoot!

The manwhore series continues.

I loved this book! I really enjoyed the dual POV and really understanding Cullen. Wynn is hilarious in her own head, and it often made me laugh out loud at a few of her remarks. Katy Evans did a good job painting the Vegas scene with the gambling and such. I honestly felt as if I was right there the whole time.

Of course, as with all good books, I wanted more :) I loved the ending! I don't want to post spoilers... but if you have read any of the other Manwhore books, don't hesitate... but this one now!

Cullen Carmichael is a known Playboy, and it's amazing to watch him fall. The more you read, the swoonier he becomes. He has had feelings for the heroine, Wynn, for a while, and acting on these feelings is tricky for several reasons.

The setting of this book is so SEXY. I loved the gambling element surrounding the plot. The Wynn and Cullen end up spending time together because of a bet, and continue to spend time together as Cullen's good luck charm. The story is a slow burn that is HOT HOT HOT until it just explodes. The chemistry between these two is FIRE and probably my favorite part of the story. I also appreciated the low angst. The fact that it had little drama and was slightly predictable didn't take away from the story and made it an easy read.

I recommend this series to anyone who loves alpha men and off the charts sexual chemistry.

The Heroin, Wynn just became single again. Her dream has always been to get married and have a family. She's not over her Ex when she meets Cullen "Playboy" Carmichael. The best poker player in town. He makes big money playing cards. Cullen knows the second he meets Wynn, she's the one for him.

I read every book Katy Evans writes and Playboy (like all the other ones) did not disappoint.
I loved the slow romance between Cullan and Wynn, that build up to a great HEA final. Very Sexy and very captivating Story. Playboy is a well written romance. I enjoyed the deep characters. The Setting and Plot. Everything.
Playboy contains characters from the Manwhore series but can be read as a complete standalone.
I would recommend Playboy to everybody who loves sexy romance novels.

Unbelievable! Just when I thought Katy Evans couldn't create a more alluring hero, she blew me away with Cullen Carmichael! Hot damn, this man was dee-lick-a-licious! I devoured Cullen and Wynn's story! Their story is EVERYTHING! The storyline captivated me from the very beginning and left me salivating until the very end. Their chemistry and the sexual tension between them was off the charts. I did not want to put this book down. No adulting during this read! I highly recommend!

♥ Review by Lys

I thought that I was in love with Callen Carmichael, but now that I’ve been introduced to Cullen I have to say that he’s taken first place. I was so darn excited to read this book, I mean any book that the lovely and talented Katy Evans have released. She writes these books with characters that you can’t help but to fall in love with them and their story. This was just the case with Wynn and Cullen, I was happy I get to see Wynn get the HEA that she more than deserve.
Wynn and Cullen’s story is filled with passion and some of the hottest chemistry that once it went off it was beyond explosive. Then we have the fact that we see Wynn’s emotional growth and that in itself was beyond beautiful to watch.
Want to read a book this summer that will set your soul ablaze then this the book for you.

Wynn and Cullen left me speechless. Talk about steamy!! It started out as a bet and then it wasn’t; it was much more. They both found in each other what they never thought they’ll find between them.

Cullen was alpha hot and sexy!! He knew what he wanted and that was Wynn. He never believed in something’s until he met her. She changed his life completely.

Wynn was a romantic and brought that side out in Cullen. My heart broke for her on a personal issue that she faced but Cullen wasn’t having it and made sure to give her everything she ever desired. He turned out to be the total opposite of what I expected from the blurb. He was way better.

The group of friends adds to the fun in this story. Her friends are a very fun and supportive bunch.

Release Date: July 29, 2018
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Actual Rating: 4 stars

Once again, Katy Evans proves that she is a pro in the romance department. Playboy, her latest release, is downright sexy. She has perfected the alpha male, and this one is a character you won't want to skip! Cullen is dreamy! He's also deliciously sexy and totally fun to read about. I think any woman would love to have a Cullen in their life!

If you like your books erotically enticing and steamy, you aren't going to want to miss Wynn and Cullen's story. It's the 5th book in the Manwhore series but can stand alone completely. I have read a few (but unfortunately, not all) of the books and am telling you from experience! Don't miss out on Playboy! I recommend it!

Another book, another alpha male hero... Katy Evans did it again.
Hot as hell, decadently sexy, dark, determined, insatiable, "MakeYouDrool", "IWantHerAndNobodyElse" hero : ✔️
Sweet, funny, sensitive, "YouHaveToFightToWinMe" heroin : ✔️
Sexual tension growing and then booooom explosion : ✔️
Funny and sexy banter : ✔️
Vegas baby! : ✔️
Cullen is full of surprises and will make you melt. He claimed Wynn before she knows, he's been patient and totally deserves this loving woman.
The book starts with a game, then a bet. I liked the bet but not really the price... Not really romantic....
Malcolm is still my fav hero of the series but Cullen is amazing!
Fan of Katy Evans : Go for it!!!

Cullen and Wynn equals hotness! I loved this story every page had me wanting more. Cullen is a gambler he is the Playboy he’s hot sexy and knows what he wants and will do anything to get it. Wynn is a sexy red head who just gave up on love and tired of getting hurt but one look at Cullen things might change her mind. I loved the angst and the end had me a crying smiling mess! Don’t pass this book up! Cullen will have you melting! 5/5 stars

Playboy by Katy Evans

5 STAR all the way....

I love Katy Evans and this read has all the feels. Fall in love with this playboy and trust me you will not be sorry. What may have started as a game may be the biggest part in Wynn and Cullen’s life but will there be a loser or only winners? The chemistry and passion between the characters of Cullen and Wynn will set your kindle on fire. So if I were you I would place all my bets on this Playboy because I guarantee it’s a sure win of your heart and be first on your must read list. This well written read lives up to my standards of Ms. Evans. I can’t wait to read more.

Another winner of a book from Katy Evans! From start to finish, this was one hell of a game and I really enjoyed getting to know all of the players. I really love all of Katy's heroes, but Cullen has to be one of my favorites. Despite his outward appearance and his reputation, he really was just a sweetheart who, when he loved, he loved hard and unconditional. And Wynn was dealt a pretty crappy hand in life until she met him; then her luck began to change for the better. There were a few times when I just wanted to shake some sense into her, but for the most part, she was a good character and a good match for Cullen. Such a fun book!

Oh, how wonderful it was to revisit the Manwhore world of characters created by Katy Evans.

I have adored and loved each of the couples that found their ever after and Cullen Carmichael and Wynn Weston have now been added to that list. Their characters were exquisite.

Cullen is older brother to Callan Carmichael from Womanizer. Cullen is amongst the best of the best in world of poker and has no qualms about going after what he wants..and one look at Wynn, he knows that she is what he wants above all else.

Wynn is best friend to Olivia, Callan’s love. She’s recovering from a break up and not looking to start back up in the dating game and a game with Cullen isn’t one she’s ready to risk. But a bet with him opens up a side of her that excites and terrifies her. He adds a risk to her structures life and it makes her feel alive. His protectiveness and doting charisma allows her the chance to feel freer than she’s ever felt, without losing herself.

These two had tremendous chemistry filled with angst and passion that rounded out the story perfectly. I loved it from start to finish.

Sigh! Talk about breathtaking. Katy Evans knows what she's doing. I absolutely love her writing it just keeps getting better and better. Playboy will leave you in a puddle and smiling like a fool. This book was insta-love for me. Such a pleasant read.

Playboy by Katy Evans is sexy, playful, and all kinds of romantic. Cullen Carmichael will squeeze his way into your heart and then all bets are off. I couldn't help but relish in Cullen and Wynn's attraction. The chemistry between these two characters is off the charts. It's like the stars all aligned and when these two finally see each other and take a leap, it gets explosive.

If you love Katy Evans books then you are going to flat out treasure this one. It's everything a book lover could want. There is so much fun and passion flowing from the pages. I couldn't put it down and I never wanted it to end. This book is so deep and raw, I just can't express how much I loved it. So make sure you one click because you won't regret it. Such a beautiful story.

I give Playboy by Katy Evans 5 out of 5 LUCKY STARS!!

Playboy is a hot, sexy read. Author Katy Evans gives us another fantastic book boyfriend that is everything we love about her heroes.

Cullen is alpha, gorgeous, confident, funny and charming. Wynn is beautiful, smart, and heartbroken. Their banter is witty, sarcastic and filled with promise. Their push/pull is intense and frustrating. Author Katy Evans gives us a slow burn with lots of teasing and innuendo. No insta-love but the attraction is palpable.

They try to fight it but the cat and mouse chase that ensues is worth the fight. Will they or won’t they and when? It was very frustrating but at the same time, the build up is worth it. Author Katy Evans develops their connection. I could feel the air sizzle between them.

Playboy is a fun, sexy story with steam. It was fun being with the Manwhore characters and see how they’re faring. Playboy can be read as a standalone, even with the character crossovers because it focuses on Wynn and Cullen. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.

This book wont let you down... Im hoping for more Manwhore series and Cullen is my new favorite... super seductive.. playful.. teasing... Playboy definetely is in for the play... my cheeks were in constant blushed... how can i not? The words can be so simple yet can melt a girl heart?

Cullen Carmichael had been smitten when he saw Wynn for the first time.. a woman who didnt go after him as a playboy.. they both had their sparks and love to tease each other.. I love the dynamic.. the variation from slow burn romance... hellooo it kept me keep wanting more! This playboy was a cahoot!

The manwhore series continues.

I loved this book! I really enjoyed the dual POV and really understanding Cullen. Wynn is hilarious in her own head, and it often made me laugh out loud at a few of her remarks. Katy Evans did a good job painting the Vegas scene with the gambling and such. I honestly felt as if I was right there the whole time.

Of course, as with all good books, I wanted more :) I loved the ending! I don't want to post spoilers... but if you have read any of the other Manwhore books, don't hesitate... but this one now!

Cullen Carmichael is a known Playboy, and it's amazing to watch him fall. The more you read, the swoonier he becomes. He has had feelings for the heroine, Wynn, for a while, and acting on these feelings is tricky for several reasons.

The setting of this book is so SEXY. I loved the gambling element surrounding the plot. The Wynn and Cullen end up spending time together because of a bet, and continue to spend time together as Cullen's good luck charm. The story is a slow burn that is HOT HOT HOT until it just explodes. The chemistry between these two is FIRE and probably my favorite part of the story. I also appreciated the low angst. The fact that it had little drama and was slightly predictable didn't take away from the story and made it an easy read.

I recommend this series to anyone who loves alpha men and off the charts sexual chemistry.

Holy sinful and passionate story. It all starts with a bet. Literally. Then you go on this rollercoaster ride of Sin City, emotions and tons of naughty moments. I loved Cullen’s character. How playful but serious he is at the same time. He is a very passionate man and once he sets his sights on Wynn, all bets are placed on her. I love the banter between Wynn and Cullen as well. There are a lot of laughs wrapped up in swoon worthy moments. One thing I adore about this story the most is how much these two snuck up on each other in the love department. They were not expecting for their feelings to run so deep and they fought them pretty hard.
Overall, this was a great and enjoyable addition to the Manwhore series. By far, my favorite of them all. There is just something about the magic between Cullen and Wynn that leaves you breathless!

The Heroin, Wynn just became single again. Her dream has always been to get married and have a family. She's not over her Ex when she meets Cullen "Playboy" Carmichael. The best poker player in town. He makes big money playing cards. Cullen knows the second he meets Wynn, she's the one for him.

I read every book Katy Evans writes and Playboy (like all the other ones) did not disappoint.
I loved the slow romance between Cullan and Wynn, that build up to a great HEA final. Very Sexy and very captivating Story. Playboy is a well written romance. I enjoyed the deep characters. The Setting and Plot. Everything.
Playboy contains characters from the Manwhore series but can be read as a complete standalone.
I would recommend Playboy to everybody who loves sexy romance novels.

Unbelievable! Just when I thought Katy Evans couldn't create a more alluring hero, she blew me away with Cullen Carmichael! Hot damn, this man was dee-lick-a-licious! I devoured Cullen and Wynn's story! Their story is EVERYTHING! The storyline captivated me from the very beginning and left me salivating until the very end. Their chemistry and the sexual tension between them was off the charts. I did not want to put this book down. No adulting during this read! I highly recommend!

♥ Review by Lys

I Could not put this book down.
Cullen...Holy hotness
Playboy is one of those reads that when your kids ask if they can have candy for breakfast you say 'YES whatever you want' because you're not listening and can't book the book down, lost in an amazing world written by Katy Evans.

One of my very favorite things about this author is how well she writes chemistry with her characters. Cullen and Wynn have off-the-charts amazing chemistry! The steamy scenes are super hot and the romance sweet and sexy. I really enjoyed this book and can't wait for more by this author!

I literally start foaming at the mouth when I hear Katy Evans has a new book coming out, I just know I will be thoroughly entertained. Playboy was so SEXY!!! A high stakes love and a passion that burns hot until the very last page. Katy sure knows how to keep her readers panting for more.

Cullen Carmichael is the absolute definition of alpha and I couldn't get enough of him!!! WHOA!! 
The relationship him and Wynn developed was steamy, sexy and sooo good. He came very close from knocking Malcom from my top favourite character....and that's saying alot!!!

Wowzers. I really enjoyed reading this book from start to finish. I absolutely love Cullen and Wynn’s character. They are just perfect for each other in every way. This book is Hawt, Sexy, and All of the Above. Thank you Katy for another amazing Book!!!!

Absolutely loved it! Even though this can be read as a stand-alone I still enjoyed seeing all the past cast of characters. This was a hot and sexy book that held my attention from page 1. Can’t wait to see what’s next.

Cullen lives a fast life of gambling..lots of betting and chances. He takes a chance on Wyn and she is smitten but afraid to take Cullen and let go.. All Wyn wants is to be loved and will she let Playboy be the one!

A great addition to the series. Cullen showed great patience while helping Wynn overcome her heart break and her misconceptions. It was a wild ride to friendship and then more. Loved the several chapters of epilogue.

Playboy was another win for Katy Evans. I loved the chemistry between Wynn and Cullen. This story was sexy and had fantastic banter for days. I could not get enough!

When Cullen Carmichael sees Wynn, she has no idea the winning hand he has in store for her. Without giving away any spoilers, this story was an unexpected treat that seriously reminded me why I love this author. I love how appearances are deceiving when it came to Cullen and what you see is not what you get. It was such an amazing treat and I can't wait for more! Bravo! 4 stars! ~Ratula