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Merciless King

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I’m Chuck Sansone.
Cocky, arrogant and the best boxer in the world. I’m a part-time building maintenance guy for Dexter Truitt and now his newest project.
It’s been the same structured routine for years: training, working and fighting. But with Dex behind me, someone who can see my end goal and believes in me, I know this is my time.
Finally…
I will fight for the heavyweight world boxing title.
Nothing will stop this from happening.
Not my team.
Not my friends.
Not the headstrong, desirable, gorgeous blonde bombshell- Caroline.
Certainly not the deadly intruder in my life or the unwanted revelation that will change my life forever.
Blackmail won’t work either.
But who do I trust?
Loyalties and people will be broken if I’m to continue with my life ambition of being Heavyweight Champion of the world.
I hope the selfish destruction I cause will be worth it.

A work based on the book Mister Moneybags in the Cocky book series by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward. Coming 2020.

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Ellie Jean

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My wonderful life consists of my everyday job and looking after my 3 boys and husband. In my 'spare' time I like to try and do some writing.
I love cooking especially desserts and anything chocolate. I am a self confessed chocoholic!
I also love making craft, painting, drawing, cross stitch and calligraphy. But there isn't much time for these at the moment.
Sometimes I just love to grab a cup of tea and read a good, (maybe erotic) romance novel and have some peace and quiet.

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Profile Image for Jessica Alcazar.
4,434 reviews631 followers
November 29, 2020
So, this was unexpected, in not a bad way. Turns out, Merciless King is more than meets the eye. Quite a bit more. It’s MMA meets Mafia. That’s all I’m gonna say on that so as not to give away plot points.

Get ready to twist and turn and twist again and whoooooooa, so that’s happening thru the whole reading. It’s quite the ride. Captivating and sexy, this story sparked from the start! Chuck and Caroline sparked from the start! The entire story was fire! I loved it!

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Profile Image for CeeJay Daisy.
700 reviews23 followers
November 18, 2020
♥️🌼Merciless King🌼♥️
Whoa!! Merciless King has a lot for me to love...mafia...sports...romance...steam...and good solid characters...Chuck is a professional boxing champion and Caroline is his “one-night stand” ....These two have some big obstacles to overcome, some smoking hot chemistry...and a storyline with so many twists and turns, you have to read every page to follow it....If you like to read darker, Merciless King is a good choice...Ellie Jean’s Cocky Hero Club book is one of her best...♥️🌼
Profile Image for Belinda.
1,172 reviews15 followers
November 14, 2020
Wonderful. I absolutely loved this sports mafia book by Ellie Jean who was a new author to me. Caroline and Chuck were so good together and their chemistry was so hot. I was hooked from the start and I couldn’t put it down. This book is part of The Cocky Hero Club but can be read as a standalone. I received this book as an arc for my honest opinion.
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916 reviews11 followers
September 28, 2020
Loved this completely original spin on the Cocky World. This is Cocky World x Mafia with a side of sports romance and not to mention some HOT hot scenes between Chuck and Caroline. This is one not to be missed.
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2,309 reviews35 followers
November 12, 2020
Oooh my hot wicked sweet they meet he is going for the championship of boxing and finds out who and what his family did to her.

Caroline sweet, hot sexy was kidnapped year's ago and finds out the man she has feelings for his family is why

Can they get past it and be together.

Loved it.
Profile Image for World Of Books 65.
3,307 reviews61 followers
November 19, 2020
Merciless King is Sizzling 🔥and is the first book in the Cocky Hero Club that covers all things I love in a good romance
Hot ✅
Sports ✅
Mafia ✅

If you have read any of the Cocky Hero Club Novels you know that there is a link back to the series of standalone's written by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward - Merciless King has Dex from Mister Moneybags making a guest appearance as he and our heroine Caroline were buddies in that book!.

Chuck is a fighter and wants to challenge for the Heavy Weight Boxing Title of the World he is focused on his goal until he meets the beautiful Caroline little did they know but their worlds were more aligned then either of them could possibly of imagined and not in a good way.

Carolines father is rich and powerful and at 10 Caroline was kidnapped by the Basilio family and her father had to enlist the help of another Mafia family to help him and the debt is about to be needed repaying with Caroline once again at the centre of it - only difference is it now affects Chuck as his father who he thought was dead is revealed.

This is a fast past hot romance with a mystery to it that I throughly enjoyed and am sure you will to. r
Profile Image for Sophie Ruthven.
2,358 reviews145 followers
November 25, 2020
This was another great read from this author, and a perfect addition to this world many authors are taking part in.
With lovable characters and a plot that will keep you on your toes, you'll be enthralled from cover to cover.
Both main characters showed strength and resilience no matter what obstacles were thrown at them.
It contained two of my favourite tropes, so this girl was one happy camper.
Definitely recommend whether you're new or familiar to this author.
Profile Image for Linda Dunn.
1,296 reviews29 followers
November 20, 2020
A King will always protect his Queen...

Ellie Jean is a new author to me, how did I not know about her? This story captured my interest right from the first chapter. Caroline and Chuck's journey has all the elements I crave in a book. Mafia, Boxing, Romance and enough sizzle to heat up my kindle.

Chuck is best described as an Alpha sex on a stick. He is dominant but has a soft spot, especially for Caroline. Caroline has a no nonsense attitude. I love strong and feisty women. They are a perfect match together.

There is drama and angst weaved into their story that give it a delicious edge. I am definitely hungering for more of this couple.
Profile Image for Jean Dewsbury.
879 reviews16 followers
November 18, 2020
I absolutely adored this book based in The Cocky World Series. Mafia Sports romance filled with plenty of action drama suspense and passion. So many twists and turns.
The sexual chemistry between Caroline and Chuck was intense from their one night stand forward.
The storyline was well written the side characters were intriguing. I want more.
Chuck is indeed strong, cocky arrogant and sexy as hell.
Caroline is a only daughter to a wealthy businessman who has always been a wonderful father, allowing Caroline the freedom or so she thought.
A strong independent stubborn boxer wanting to be the heavyweight champion and a rich sassy woman who lives by her own rules. That is until everything changes.
Highly recommended reading.
1,304 reviews
November 21, 2020
What an absolutely brilliant story. There was absolutely nothing in this book i didn't like. I was pulled into it from the beginning and didn't want it to end. I was so disappointed when I finished, I just wanted more. Brilliant story.
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1,870 reviews14 followers
November 20, 2020
Wow what an amazing read this was. There was so much going on, i devoured it, couldn't put it down. Chuck and Caro are amazing together, they are exactly what each other needs at that point in their life. The need someone to depend and lean on and that is exactly what they are to each other. A one night stand that ends up being sooooo much more!
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2,525 reviews83 followers
December 1, 2020
Merciless is a fabulous addition to the Cocky Hero Club. I loved Chuck and Caroline's story. It certainly checked off all my boxes ....romance, suspense, mystery, mafia and MMA fighting. That is a recipe for me for a great read.
Chuck is an up and coming MMA fighter. He is smart, determined, street smart and always wants the win. He was raised by a single mom that has always believed in him and never knew his father. Caroline is intelligent, driven, and faithful to her family. She has always had everything that she needs at the tips of her fingers. Yes she may have an over bearing father but is to keep her safe.
Caroline and Chuck are on fire and they soon find themselves engulfed in the flames of one another. The first meeting and I was pulled into their world.
When the past that Chuck never knew existed comes knocking on his door with exuberant expectations he will need to fight for himself and his mother. With a twist I didn't see coming Caroline finds herself in the middle of the past with a crazy connection.
Caroline now must rise up front and center to protect what she loves at any cost.
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Profile Image for Michelle.
317 reviews
November 13, 2020
This book was awesome, an unexpected story by Ellie Jean. It had all the wonderful elements of action, love, lust, surprise that I am used to when reading her books. It made me feel all the feels, happy, sad, angry, scared. I love the rough side to the story and already wish there was a follow-up to this story. In the end it was an awesome love story with a HEA. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to read it and give my review.
Profile Image for Jackie Ashmead.
254 reviews4 followers
November 14, 2020
This was a new author for me and I was excited for a chance to read something by someone new to me. These book was part of the cocky series and was alil bit of x mafia with some sports romance thrown into it. Caroline and Chuck were perfect for each other. I literally couldn't put this book down once I started to read it.
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504 reviews9 followers
November 10, 2020
Chuck and Caroline were fire! Total intense raging fire.

These two are electric together and had a wicked hot chemistry from the get go. I loved the two sides of them both. I loved them being able to be the best versions of themselves together.

The hardships are tough and the angst is real but I wished Caroline would've been a little more ballsy when sh*t hit the fan. I wanted to see her fight, not just cower in the corner and hide..

Overall I really enjoyed this book and the characters.
Profile Image for Sarah DeLong.
1,776 reviews1 follower
November 10, 2020
I absolutely loved Caroline and Chuck's story. Their impressive mafia/sports romance plotline had me enthralled inside the pages. The suspense and intrigue, the fast-paced action and holy wow, their insanely hot chemistry practically melted my Kindle. I freaking loved Caroline and her badass, determined and independent self. And Chuck, that alpha deliciousness with a soft center, yum! Ms. Jean is a favorite author of mine and I was pretty excited to see her participating in the amazing Cocky Hero Club world of books.
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774 reviews17 followers
November 9, 2020
Caroline and Chuck were perfect for each other. I loved Caroline’s take no bs attitude and Chuck being a OTT alpha I absolutely loved it he was such a sweetheart. The storyline was really really good, I was glued to my kindle from start to finish.

I was given a copy of this book but this is a true and honest review
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1,956 reviews49 followers
November 26, 2020
This is my first book by this author and I loved it! This story of Chuck Sansone and Caroline Chambers is one of determination, fighting for what you believe in, and true love.

Chuck is a fantastic character, without giving anything away I can tell you he is hardworking and has a heart of gold. Yes, he is a tad arrogant but that’s not something that seems to last long, his better qualities do. Caroline is a rich, businesswoman who is super sexy and has a terrific sense of humor. Together they are dynamite and their passion is extremely explosive.

The spin on this mafia theme is a different one and works really well, which is refreshing. I found it super easy to read because of its fast-paced and exciting storyline. There’s a great balance between the darker elements of the mafia side and the lighter elements of the romances within the story.

*ARC received in exchange for an honest review*



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2,317 reviews92 followers
November 25, 2020


This is my first book by this author and I loved it! This story of Chuck Sansone and Caroline Chambers is one of determination, fighting for what you believe in and true love.

Chuck is a fantastic character, without giving anything away I can tell you he is hardworking and has a heart of gold. Yes, he is a tad arrogant but that’s not something that seems to last long, his better qualities do. Caroline is a rich, businesswoman who is super sexy and has a terrific sense of humour. Together they are dynamite and their passion is extremely explosive.

The spin on this mafia theme is a different one and works really well, which is refreshing. I found it super easy to read because of its fast-paced and exciting storyline. There’s a great balance between the darker elements of the mafia side and the lighter elements of the romances within the story.
Profile Image for Cheyenne.
168 reviews45 followers
November 27, 2020
Merciless King was fantastic! I really enjoyed this book! It has sports, mafia, action, and suspense. I was hooked from the very beginning. The twists and turns had me guessing what would happen until the very end. I loved Chuck and Caroline! They are great characters. Caroline is sweet, caring, and independent while chuck is athletic, protective, and strong. Chuck is determined to become the next boxing champion but some interesting news may change the path of his life forever. After meeting Caroline there is a lot to learn and many secrets are uncovered. Can Chuck have it all or will there pasts be too much to overcome? This story was written very well and now I am curious about this world. I have not read any other stories from the Cocky Hero Club and now I am going to have to check them out. I would highly recommend this book!
Profile Image for Kari Hansen.
12.4k reviews93 followers
November 29, 2020
Chuck is an rising star in the boxing world and he is focused on achieving the title he has always dreamed about but between the woman who came crashing into his life and the secrets of the past that are about to revealed life as he knows it will never be the same.

Caroline was raised in an affluent lifestyle and always done what was expected of her but keeping Chuck in her life is a fight she is determined to win.

Hot chemistry, intrigue and surprises as Chuck and Caroline’s life are on a collision course that neither expected.
Profile Image for Sandie Chraponski.
1,781 reviews19 followers
November 28, 2020
Wow! This action packed mafia romance will keep you on your toes with all of its twists and turns. But even with all of the that the true story is the attraction and love that blooms between Chuck and Caroline.

This is my first book by Ellie Jean and she did an amazing job! This story has literally everything and it will for sure suck you in and get your heart pumping! This is yet another great addition to the Cocky Hero club! Do not miss out on this one!
Profile Image for Lisa Stinson.
1,403 reviews19 followers
November 30, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. When Chuck and Caroline met, they originally just wanted a one night hook-up. But they both soon realized there was something more there. I absolutely loved their connection.

I really liked how Chuck and Caroline were able to let go and show a different side of each other when they were together.

When some family secrets are brought to life, this story took a whole new turn and really picked up speed. I was so glad when Caroline finally stood up to her father. That was long overdue.

Highly recommend this book.
2,713 reviews25 followers
November 22, 2020
4*
Chuck is after fighting Roy to get the number 1 fighting trophy.
Celebrating another win he meets Caroline in a bar.
Caroline knows what she wants/needs and chuck is just the man for the job.
However neither realising their worlds are about to collide as secrets are divulged.
A new author for me and I enjoyed reading this book
Profile Image for Ria Alexander.
2,699 reviews51 followers
November 29, 2020
Boxing, Romance, The Mafia ... Spellbinding

I loved Ellie Jean's take on her Cocky Hero. MERCILESS KING was dramatic, sexy and romantic, with a touch of Mafia darkness added to make it thoroughly intriguing. Hooked from the opening chapter, this was an extremely hard book to put down.

Chuck Sansone has one dream ... to hold the World Boxing Heavyweight title. It's been his goal for as long as he can remember, and nothing is going to stand in his way. His focus is solely on winning that title ... until a certain blonde begins to take some of that focus. Caroline Chambers does not suffer fools, she has a no-nonsense attitude and I couldn't have loved her more. Strong, determined, sassy, this woman knew what she wanted from life and from men. Then she met Chuck, and everything changed.

Two different worlds collide and the sexual chemistry, tension and desires take over. The passion between the two is completely off the charts, while their banter had me laughing quite a few times. Clothes never seemed to be a priority when these two were together. Just when everything seemed to be going along nicely, Chuck's previously unknown links to the Mafia throw a spanner into the works and the story moves into another direction, producing a spellbinding read.

Ellie Jean has put together a perfect story. With enough romance, drama and suspense I couldn't help but be intrigued. I love the way Dex Truitt (from Mister Moneybags) was given a role in this story. He slotted in just nicely. Overall, this was a terrific story, one that I didn't want to end, and one that I highly recommend.

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2,233 reviews
November 14, 2020
Merciless King is an unforeseen story by Ellie Jean. Chuck and Caroline are intense and had a lot of hot chemistry. The plot had all the elements you want in an awesome story. The story line will keep you hooked until the end. I received an advance copy of this book via Give Me Books Promotions and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Jennifer Pierson.
11.7k reviews186 followers
November 29, 2020
Sports and mafia in the same book?!  Hell yeah, sign me up! Ellie Jean is a new to me author, and I absolutely LOVED Merciless King. Chuck is trying to achieve his dream of being the Heavyweight Champion in the World (obviously he's a boxer), and he's not about to let anyone distract him from that goal. Well, that is until he hooked up with Caroline, who is his perfect match & that chemistry (I'm fanning myself again), but little did they know how intertwined their lives really were. A bunch of family secrets are being revealed to make those fun twists to get the f-bombs dropping as each bomb (and not f-bomb because those come from me) is dropped. I honestly don't want to get into any more detail because the fun is so much better going in blind! So you know what to do & I"ll HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL! 
Profile Image for Cheryl O'Harney.
1,285 reviews22 followers
November 30, 2020
I absolutely loved this one, I’d go as far as saying it’s my favorite addition to the Cocky Hero Club series there has been yet.

Mafia themed with a bit of a difference, that’s how I’d describe Merciless King, it’s a refreshingly,fast paced read with the ideal balance between the lighter and darker elements of the romance/mafia side of the storyline, a story about determination, fighting for what you believe in and true love.

You don’t want to miss out on this fantastic addition to the Cocky Hero Club series, get it one-clicked today, you won’t be disappointed.

𝔸ℝℂ 𝕨𝕒𝕤 𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕕 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕚𝕤 𝕞𝕪 𝕙𝕠𝕟𝕖𝕤𝕥 𝕣𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨.
Profile Image for Kylee.
3,023 reviews58 followers
November 30, 2020
Merciless King blends the mafia world with the world of Mister Moneybags in a action packed intense battle of the heart. Chuck and Caroline have a chemistry that is electric and packs a punch. Two people who are brought into a world neither of them saw coming. Their story is sexy, passionate and filled with chaos and secrets. It will have you on the edge of your seat and has your anxieties running high. A book that grips you from the start and has you hanging off every word.
Profile Image for Clara Martinez Turco.
772 reviews1 follower
September 5, 2021
Merciless King has an enticing premise: a Cocky boxer on his way to becoming the world's heavyweight champion, a one-night stand with a smart and sassy blonde and family secrets that could stand in his way. All wrapped with a splash of drama and the most powerful mafia family who runs New York City.

I've never read a book by Ellie Jean and this story seemed like it could be the perfect starting point to know her work. Merciless Kings starts just a Chuck is ready to celebrate the win that will guarantee his shot at the title. Caroline is the daughter of a business tycoon in need to unwind for a night. Their chemistry is evident from their first exchange. He has no filter and she is the right match for him. She bounds to no one, knows what she wants and it's not afraid to say so.

Chuck has worked hard for his dream and is not willing to give up, even when a past he wasn't aware of comes crashing his life. Caroline has a past of her own, one she has tried to put in the back of her mind. But who gets to chose how life goes? And so the story develops.

But, overall, Merciless King didn't work for me. And it had nothing to do with the writing. I just simply didn't connect with the characters and got annoyed a lot. I guess it wasn't the book for me.
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