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by Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward

Op weg naar een interview met de succesvolle zakenman Dex Truitt komt journaliste Bianca George vast te zitten in de lift met een knappe man. Om zich af te leiden van haar paniek vertelt ze de man die ze voor een bezorger aanziet hoeveel ze een hekel heeft aan mannen als Dex Truitt: rijk, bevoorrecht en ervan overtuigd dat de wereld van hen is. Ze heeft geen enkel vermoeden dat de man waarmee ze praat de machtige CEO zelf is.
Dex houdt zijn echte identiteit verborgen en doet zich voor als fietskoerier Jay. Wanneer de chemie tussen Dex en Bianca sterker wordt en de twee beginnen te daten, kan hij het niet bij die ene list houden, en al snel zit hij vast in een web van leugens. Kan Dex de waarheid onthullen zonder Bianca kwijt te raken?

Genres: Romance, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Audiobook, New Adult, Adult, Humor

233 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 8, 2017

About the author

Vi Keeland is a #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author. With millions of books sold, her titles have appeared in over one hundred Bestseller lists and are currently translated in twenty-six languages. She resides in New York with her husband and their three children where she is living out her own happily ever after with the boy she met at age six.

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Reviews

[SueBee★bring me an alpha!★ · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2! Mister Moneybags (stand-alone). To get the girl, horny CEO pretends to be a regular guy until it snowballs out of control!

“Put your hand out.”
“You’re going to put my phone in it, right?”
“No I have taken down my pants and I’m going to stick my dick in it.”

Mister Moneybags (stand-alone) opens up to a fateful elevator ride that set in motion a lie that will have one very horny heir, playboy and CEO, Dexter Truitt, Dex aka Mister Moneybags bending over backwards to make himself look like a regular guy named Jay Reed.

Centerstage is one oblivious, albeit begrudging opinionated reporter, Bianca George aka Georgakopolous who is convinced she has the bad boy millionaire Dex all figured out.

“I most certainly cannot get whatever I want. If that were true, I’d be underneath this table right now with my head between your legs.”

Story goes onto follow a budding romance between Bianca and her perfect match Jay, until her online exchange with Dex complicates matters for them both. A roller-coaster of lies and coverups on a crash-coarse with the truth.



Seven words to describe Dexter Truitt, Dex aka Mister Moneybags aka Jay Reed: Charming, conflicted, impulsive, intense, reflective, endearing and adorable.



Seven words to describe Bianca George aka Georgakopolous: Opinionated, trusting, observant, reflective, strong, sweet and determined.

Mister Moneybags, told from dual POVs, starts off as a mixture of hilarious situations, sizzling sexual tension and fun bantering, but soon snowballs to the angst-filled aftermath of lies, deception, secrets and coverup. Overall a heartfelt, funny, angsty and romantic journey of self-reflection and growth.

“Be with me. Yell at me. Scream at me. Be angry with me… but be with me.”

***
Hero: ★★★★1/2
Heroine: ★★★★
Plot: ★★★★
Storytelling: ★★★★★
Sexual tension: ★★★★1/2
Sex scenes: ★★★★
Story ending: ★★★★1/2
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OVERALL RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Angst: | HIGH FOCUS |
Darkness: | LOW FOCUS |
Humor: | HIGH FOCUS |
Kink: | LOW FOCUS |
Romance: | HIGH FOCUS |
Sex frequency: | LOW FOCUS |
Suspense: | MEDIUM FOCUS |



ARC provided to me by authors Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland in exchange for an honest review.

[Vi Keeland · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[A. · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 Stars

I guess I could stretch it to 3 stars…



I’m sure the majority of my GR friends will hate me after this. Again.



But I was always honest about my feelings and opinions in my reviews and I’m planning on staying that way. Everybody's entitled to their opinion, right?

First of all, I'd like to point out that I wasn't expecting Dostoevsky. I mean, I knew what I was getting myself into. I just wanted to have fun, to read something light and mood-lifting. I love both authors and their works. I was completely aware this book could be a bit predictable and that was okay, I was ready for it.

However, one thing I can’t stand in books is manufactured drama and ridiculous, eye-roll inducing storylines. And here I had to suspend HUGE amounts of disbelief. The story in the second half became so ridiculous, over the top and cheesy that I simply could not enjoy it anymore.



My second problem is insta-love.

Although I did feel the connection between the characters, I did not feel their love or chemistry. Even the sex scenes were boring and felt unemotional to me. I've read lots of books with no sex in them that felt way hotter and more exciting.

The positive side?

I really enjoyed the first half of the book. It’s full of witty banter and funny situations which I loved. I liked the writing. I even liked the characters (Although the heroine felt a bit two dimensional. Her character was not as developed as the hero’s character in my opinion.)

All in all, this book is fun and entertaining if you don't mind over-the-top soap opera worthy drama. And I'm one hundred percent sure this will be a winner for a lot of readers.

[Penelope Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

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::: FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED ::: 4.5 Stars!!

She was falling for two men.
Only, both men were me.
And when she found out, we were both going to lose her...

SQUEEEEEEEEEE!!!!! Penelope Ward & Vi Keelend have hit another home run with this book!! It was everything a romance reader could wish for — FUN, SEXY, ANGSTY and HEART-WARMING! The banter made me laugh out loud, the romance was swooooooony and passionate, and the twists took me by surprise and kept my heart racing as I madly flipped the pages as fast as I could!! The story was very intriguing — the heroine met two men who seemed like complete opposites, one online and the other in person, but what she didn't know was that they were actually the same guy!!! If you're looking for a thoroughly entertaining, exciting, thrilling, and HOT romance, I highly recommend this!!!

I met Bianca in an elevator.

She was on her way to interview me when we got stuck.
The beautiful raven-haired reporter assumed I was a delivery guy because of the way I was dressed.

She had no clue I was really Dex Truitt, the wealthy, successful businessman she’d dubbed “Mister Moneybags”―her afternoon appointment.

Bianca told me how much she hated Dex’s type―snobby, over educated, silver-spooned men who didn't appreciate the simple things in life.

So, after the elevator finally started moving again, I cancelled the interview and let her believe I was someone I wasn’t―a bike messenger named Jay. I loved the way she looked at the fake me and didn't want it to end.

I began dating her as “Jay”―all the while letting her interview the real me over email.

I didn’t expect that our chemistry online would be just as hot.
I didn’t expect the mess I’d gotten myself into.
I didn’t expect that Jay and Dex would fall in love with her.

And she was falling for two men.
Only, both men were me.
And when she found out, we were both going to lose her.

Nothing could have prepared me for that day. And I certainly wasn't prepared for what came after.

All good things must come to an end, right?
Except our ending was one I didn't see coming.

From the first few pages, I was already smiling and chuckling. Even though they'd just met, when they were stuck in that dark elevator, their banter was so much fun and I couldn't wait to see where their story would go.

“Sorry. It’s a technique I use to fend off the panic — screaming at the top of my lungs.”
“That’s the best technique you have?”
“I have a few different techniques. I can also massage my balls."
“Excuse me?”
“I have balls. Massaging them really helps.”
“Your… balls? You looked like a woman to me, pretty damn shapely from the back, at least.”
“They’re Boading balls. Metal meditation balls. I massage them against each other in a circular motion in my palm. It helps calm me down.” I began to frantically search through my purse.
“What’s all that rustling?” he asked.
“I’m trying to find them. They’re somewhere in my bag.” Without light, I wasn’t able to easily locate them. “Shit, where are they?”
He chuckled. “I have some balls you could massage if you’re in a pickle.”

I have to say that even though it was undeniably wrong of Dex to have misled her into thinking he was someone else, I kinda understand why he did it. I don't agree with it, but I get it. He'd never met a girl who intrigued him as much as she did and it was clear that he was set up to lose since before even meeting him, she had her mind set on hating him. He had no idea why she was so convinced that he (as the CEO) was an asshole, but he was determined to find out -- and the only way he could do that and also get a chance to actually get to know her was to hide his real identity. If she knew he was really the man she thought she hated, she'd never have given him the time of day.

“Just because someone is rich and powerful doesn’t make them a bad person.”
“It’s not just that.”
“What is it, then?”
“Let’s just say, I’ve done my homework for this interview, and I have first-hand knowledge the guy’s an asshole. It’s too much to get into.”
Fuck. My pulse was starting to race. I needed to know why and she had such preconceived notions about me. She definitely couldn’t have suspected that I was Dexter Truitt, given the casual clothes I was wearing after the gym. I looked like a fucking bike messenger instead of the CEO of a multi-million-dollar empire.

Unfortunately for him though, the deeper the lie about his identity went, the further up her shit list he placed himself because not only was he lying to her, he was also hiding the fact that he was exactly the type of man she hated most. In part. Lucky for him, she was actually falling for the side of himself that he was showing her and he wasn't changing his personality by pretending to be Jay so the person she was falling for was in many ways just as real as he (Dex) was.

“Sweet dreams.” I sounded more like a teenage boy than a mogul. Unprofessional, but I really didn’t give a shit. I’d almost called her Georgy Girl, too. That’s Jay’s nickname for her, you dumbass. That cocksucker, Jay. Laughing to myself, I thought about how insane this was. Dex hated Jay because he would be spending time with her in person soon. And Jay fucking detested that rich prick, Dex, for abusing his power to get to know her better.
…
Jay had a date with Bianca for two nights from now, and Dex was gearing up for his 11PM chat. What had this woman done to me?

As Dex, his real-life CEO persona, got to know her more through emails, and Jay, his made-up 'bike messenger' personal took her out on real dates, the deeper their tangled relationship went. She had no idea they were the same person and Dex knew he only had a limited amount of time to put things straight before he risked losing her forever.

And just.... LOLOLOLOL!!!! I'll let you find out on your own what happens when she figures everything out. Heeheeheeeeeee!!! :D

Oooooh and if you thought things were complicated, just you wait because there's a huuuuuuge SECRET connecting them that neither one of them knew about and that placed everything they'd come to know and feel in jeopardy! From that point on, the book took a decidedly angsty turn (which I loved) -- almost forbidden -- and I just couldn't turn those pages fast enough! And I really thought that that whole "issue" was handled SO well!! I completely agreed with their approach to it and in the end, the epilogue gave everything I could have dreamed of for this story!

“I’ll be going home to my house and curling up under my sheets with a four-legged beast who seems to think my bed is his. I will be praying to God that you find it in your heart to forgive me. And I’ll wake up tomorrow morning, seizing the new day and trying like hell to get you to give me a second chance.”

This is a book about not being afraid of who you are and realizing that you can't judge someone before meeting them. Everyone has layers and you never know who you might fall for even if you expect to hate them. I loved watching Dex and Bianca fall in love and navigate through the unique challenges that their relationship's rocky start brought on. And most importantly, I loved seeing them learn from their mistakes. I never expect characters to be perfect -- making mistakes is human, but what I always want to see and what tells me the most about their character is how they handle their mistakes and whether they learn from them.

It's also a HOT HOT HOT romance that'll make you blush and swooon. It's got that perfect balance between fun and feels that I've come to love from these authors. It's a sexy, swoon-filled romantic comedy with heart and surprises!!

"No matter what, you are the love of my life. No one will ever replace you.”

This is a complete standalone novel -- not related to any other books written by either author. It's written in first person perspective from alternating POVs. There is no cheating, no real triangle (or at least, I don't think it really counts as one if the two guys are the same person) and a completely satisfying ending with an epilogue.

Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland are two of the most talented authors writing romance today. I'm always eagerly looking forward to each book that they release (separately and together) and I highly recommend their books to any fans of sexy, angsty, heart-warming romance that is guaranteed to make you laugh, swoon, and fall in love!!!

Rating: 4.5 + stars!! Standalone Adult Contemporary Romance.


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[Patty ~ Wrapped Up In Reading Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

*****4.5 BALLSY STARS*****
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I smiled back and looked Dex in the eyes for a long while. What was staring back at me was absolutely beautiful. Not the man himself, but looking into his eyes, I saw love in its purest form. It was honest and open and willing to give me anything I wanted.







I’m convinced now, more than before, that the writing duo of Keeland and Ward is pure MAGIC!! Each time they release a new book it’s like the ultimate torture waiting to get my hands on it but, oh, how satisfied I feel when I get to the very last word!! MISTER MONEYBAGS was nothing I could have ever expected as far as the storyline went but it definitely was highly entertaining and pretty freaking amazeBALLS!




I don’t know what it is about elevators but I love it when a romance starts between two strangers who get stuck in one together!! This is how Dex and Bianca meet, and it might not have been one of the sexiest scenes I’ve ever read, but it was damn near the funniest!! Bianca is a magazine journalist on her way up to interview one of the wealthiest and most elusive business moguls in NYC. Little does she know that the man with the sexy voice who she is stuck in the elevator with but can’t see since the lights went out, is Dexter Truitt – the star of her magazine article. There is quite a bit of hysterical and pervy banter that transpires between them, but Dex also learns that Bianca is not a huge fan of his for some reason. He decides to keep his identity a secret from her and pretends to be Jay, a man who owns his own bicycle messenger service. When the lights turn back on, there is no denying the strong physical attraction they feel for each other, and soon plans for a date are made.



Dex has his secretary call off his interview with Bianca but later on, he offers her the opportunity to continue with the interview but over text only. She can ask him anything and he’ll provide her with his answers but only if he can ask her questions of his own. With each passing day, Dex is leading a double life and digging himself into a deeper hole with all the lies he has told to cover for his alter ego, Jay. Not only is he in deep, but his feelings for Bianca are intensifying and the fact that she is attracted to Jay, has him growing insanely jealous as well! He knows he has put himself in an impossible situation when he learns that Bianca has trust issues that stem from her father’s betrayal that resulted in her parents’ divorce. She’s not a big fan of lies no matter what the excuse may be.



Bianca was a sweet, sassy, and slightly neurotic Heroine. She gave as good as she got and kept Jay/Dex on his toes. She definitely made him work for her affections! Lies are eventually exposed and Bianca isn’t quick to offer forgiveness to Dex, but the man is beyond sexy, extremely charming, and utterly determined to get back in her good graces. So this is what I thought the main plot of the story was when in fact it was just a tiny piece of the story. Shocking revelations are made that could end up causing irreparable damage and keeping the couple from ever sharing a life together. This is when things got extremely angsty and Dex’s determination to be with Bianca was incredibly heartbreaking!



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[Hulya Kara Yuksel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well I liked it but it’s not my favorite Vi & Penelope's book. (Stuck-Up Suit was soooo good!). But still I really enjoyed it. Dex was so sweet and funny. :)

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[Maria✦❋Steamy Reads Blog❋✦ · Rating 3 out of 5]

➦This, unfortunately, wasn't my favorite book by this author duo. I will say that I thoroughly enjoyed the first half of the book. It was sort of ridiculous but at the same time gripping and funny. The second part of this book was so... sooo... dramatic and gave off some strong soap opera vibes. And that's just never the sort of thing I enjoy in books.

➦Mister Moneybags is a super rich and super successful, sex on a stick dude, who has been hiding from the public eye and nobody knows what he looks like. Well, he finally agrees to an in-person interview with a certain sexy journalist. It just so happens that on the way to the interview these two get stuck in an elevator together.


➦Ok, it wasn't quite how things went. lol Now, Mr. Moneybags might or might not have a split personality disorder right there in the elevator. He might or might not ask the sexy reporter out on a date while pretending to be someone else. He might or might not cancel the in-person interview and resort to only online communication with said reporter.


➦I really enjoyed the funny/sad (depending on how you look at it) situation the hero finds himself in. He falls for the heroine and realizes he has to come clean. How is he going to do it? It was hilarious being in his head, the dude was jealous of his made-up persona.

➦The book takes a completely unexpected turn in the second half. Actually, scratch that. I probably shouldn't say it was COMPLETELY unexpected, because, well, I have seen this in some other books by these authors.

➦I mainly enjoy reading about the relationship between two people, their interactions, the whole "falling in love" process. Family drama and life stories of secondary characters is not something I care reading about. On top of everything, the situation described was so far fetched that I just became completely detached from the story. Again, just a personal opinion here, it might float your boat just fine!

[Stacey · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was funnier than I remembered...

Absolutely LOVED the audio of Mister Moneybags. The narrators do a fabulous job and I found the scenes were even funnier because of their talent in "becoming" the characters.

I didn't read my previous review so I have no idea what I blathered on with (geez, I can ramble, it looks long) but I don't remember this story being as funny as it was. There's this scene where Dex is teaching himself to whittle and it was hilarious.

I'll admit, I did forget about the double whammy angsty conflicts in this one. You have your first doozie when little fibs turn into WHOPPERS of lies. Then, towards the end, we're confronted with lies from the past that ruined lives. Basically, this story is a lesson in telling the truth. I'm the first person to admit to "enhancing the truth" a time or two, but I really don't think I've told any whoppers...I THINK!!

Anyways, thoroughly enjoyed visiting with Mister Moneybags. I was a wee bit embarrassed when I couldn't help but laugh out loud while I was listening on the train. Oh well, that's the price you pay when you're a romance reader. Forget your audience...and feel your read.

Not changing my ratings, loved the experience.

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I tried but I couldn’t stay angry at him

You would not believe how many times I had to remind myself that I did not like this guy. Oh, at first I fell a little for his looks and charm. Then, he thought a few things, acted a certain way and LIED!! Yes, he LIED to me…I mean Bianca. How the heck do I forgive him…let alone love him? Well, it’s more like lusty love him, hubby is my one and only love. I kind of lusty love all of my heroes and if I don’t feel that, then Houston, we have a problem. Anyways, so for the first half of the book, I didn’t like Dex Truitt…and I mean REALLY didn’t like Mister Moneybags. But, after the halfway mark, I REALLY struggled to stay angry at him. I mean, this guy…ended up being BLOODY AWESOME!! WINNER!! MR LUSTY LOVE MONEYBAGS!!

So, we’ve established that I changed my mind (I’m a woman, it’s my prerogative). Even reminding myself constantly through the second half of the book, I couldn't help but fall for the guy. I tried to hold out against him but he was kind of sweet and a little mushy gushy. I fell...I fell hard.

I ended up loving Mister Moneybags. I’m going to keep my review fairly short and sweet (famous last words) because there are a few surprises that really need to be experienced first hand to enjoy…ummm…survive…ahhh…suffer through, to get the full impact.

Bianca was a really interesting character. When we initially meet her she’s playing with her balls and screaming at the top of her lungs. Sounds a bit weird? Well, she was actually having a stress attack and playing with Boading Balls (never heard of them until now) and screaming at the top of her lungs is how she relieves tension. The fact that she’s doing it in a pitch-black elevator with a complete stranger, she couldn’t have picked a better time or place. Eventually, the lights come on and she sees him and her heart skips a beat. Wow!!

Dex is fascinated when his ball player ends up being beautiful. The problem is that she’s supposed to be meeting him for an interview…and she’s already decided she doesn’t like him. Yes, his reputation precedes him…well not really reputation, more like pre-conceived ideas. So, how does Dex get a date with the hottie when she’s decided (before meeting him) that she doesn’t like him? Well, he pretends to be someone else…of course.

The first half of the story I did struggle with. Besides the fact that he’s LYING, he also has one of those accessories that most millionaire/billionaires in romance have…the plus one/sex without emotion woman in his life. Yeah, yeah, too busy for emotions. Sure, sure, you can’t trust a woman to want you for more than your money. Really…whatever. Anyways, that part of the drama seemed unnecessary to me and kind of fizzled so that it seemed pointless in the first place.

So, overall I really enjoyed Mister Moneybags. This is not an overly sexual story but it did pack enough tension that it left a buzz under my skin. There is plenty of drama with Bianca having to learn to trust the LIAR, but eventually, that became the least of their worries. What was heading their way was about to blow them out of the water…and I’m not going to even hint at what happened. It’s a doozy…so brace.

Now, I’m at a place in my life where I think I should go back and retry all the books that I did not finish because the hero didn’t work for me in the beginning. If I can forgive a LIAR…well, there's hope for me yet.

Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward fans unite…you’re going to bloody LOVE IT!!

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[warhawke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Genre: Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:




Bianca George worked at a financial magazine. As a journalist, her latest assignment was to interview the elusive Dexter Truitt who she dubbed as Mister Moneybags. What supposed to be a straight forward interview became complicated when it turned out he was not what she expected.

Dexter (Dex) Truitt grew up with a silver spoon. As the heir of a successful venture capital firm, he was determined to make a difference as soon as he took over the company. But a move to be more in the public eye became a battle of private identities in order to win the woman of his desire.



I usually avoid books with wealthy characters because they tend to be stereotyped. But when I read the blurb, it definitely intrigued me with the promise of something different.

My hole I had dug for myself had just bottomed out, and I had no idea how I was going to get out of it unscathed.

Dex was not your typical successful businessman. He was humble and relatable. I love the things he did to win Bianca's heart. It was funny and somewhat sweet.

“I’ve been trying to slow down since the day I met you. I seem to only have one speed when it comes to you, Georgy Girl.”

At first, Bianca appeared to be a judgmental bitch. But I like how she owned her mistakes and willing to compromise.

The story started really well. I love the way they met and what he did on the fly. And I love all the funny innuendos. I really enjoyed the first half of the book.



However, the second half kind of lost its steam. When the second roadblock of their relationship happened, the outcome was predictable, so whatever happened in between felt a little dragged on. I also wish for more sexiness.

"There is never a reason to hide the truth about anything. The truth shall set you free. Ever hear that?”

My favorite part of the book involved the two secondary characters - Bandit and Jelani. I like how those two added heart to the story.

This lying thing was really beginning to come naturally now. It wasn’t unlike criminal behavior—starting out with petty crimes— one day you’re whacking a gumball machine on its side to make a plastic container filled with a broken ring pop out, and before you know it, you’re robbing a bank at gunpoint.

Mister Moneybags is an amusing story of a couple overcoming secrets and lies that riddled their relationship. It would appeal to readers looking for a lighthearted story.


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[Ramona Popescu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anybody said Penelope and Vi?? Goodie!!!! When I hear this combination I know the book will rock and I am dying to get my hands on it. After Playboy Pilot, I knew that it will be difficult to read another book as good as it, but I tried to keep an open mind and see where it takes me. I named PP one of the best books of 2016 alongside with Carter's character, so Mr. Moneybags had a lot of work to do to impress me.

It did, but it didn't.. I am not making much sense right? So, let's begin.  
Bianca is a very beautiful and successful reporter, who one day succeeds in getting the interview of her life. She will meet Dexter Truitt, a powerful business man, with a huge empire at his feet. On the day of the meeting, they will get stuck in the elevator and will have that instant click we romance seekers look for. Just that Bianca has this preconception about rich and handsome guys, that they are infatuated, full of themselves and don't care about normal people. When Dex hears that, he is reluctant to give Bianca his true identity and tries to blend in as a normal guy.

But you know what they say about lying.. Soon Dex will be caught in a bunch of mess up situations, when he will literally be 2 persons at the same time. Will Bianca discover his lies? Who will she choose?  The person that represents Dex and that will destroy everything she believed, or the normal guy that has all the qualities she thought were safe?

The plot was amazing and quite original. I have never read anything like it and Penelope&Vi have a huge 5 stars for this thing. I was catchy, funny and so so romantic. BUT, I wanted more. I would really apreciate an opinion from persons who read it, because I'm curious to know if I'm being paranoid or right in this matter. The plot was rising beautifully up to a certain point when it was just FLAT until the last 15 % of the book. The begging and ending were exciting, kept you so wired up, but I expected in between to have something, to feel something, but it was not there. This is the main reason why the book got only 4 stars. It could have developed into something more and make me so aware about this couple.

And it really was a shame because I wanted to see Dex work his ass off to get Bianca. Don't get me wrong, the guy put up a good fight, but it would have been fun to see him struggle some more:))) He was funny and really romantic, kind of charmed me off completely. The way he rediscovered himself, fought for his love, believed in his feelings, were very sweet and made me often swoon at his gestures. He kind of put Bianca in a dark corner, not making her stand out so much. But again, this is my opinion, so if I'm wrong, please correct me..

To end this, Mr. Moneybags is a romantic and hot story, with a very clever and original plot that will make you believe that no matter what, you have to be true to yourself. Don't try to be someone else, because YOU are always the most important and valuable person out there.  

4 stars!



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[Angie - Angie's Dreamy Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

Vi and Penelope are what I consider the dream team author duo. Separately their books kick bookish ass, but together it's like magical unicorns are uniting while eating cotton candy and dancing in glitter gloss--it's freaking epic. It's almost as if they can do no wrong and I must admit that I am obsessed with their stories. When Mister Moneybags landed on my kindle I wanted to throw a full fledged party. I was that excited. So obviously, I started right away, diving in to see what angsty, romantic goodness they had conjured up this time and I'm glad to say they did not disappoint (not that I thought they would)!

Mister Moneybags is an angsty, wicked, delicious slow burn romance that had me on the edge of my seat. The twists and turns are crazy, so insane you never see them coming. I'm telling you, I was left gasping at what was in this book. I had NO IDEA that that (omg!) was coming at me. I almost died. DEAD. MY HEART STOPPED ** hahahahahaha--OK, I'm being dramatic! Again! :p **

Also, the swoon and romance in this is so real (shiver worthy real) and the feels are heart stopping and intense. My chest actually ached for these characters and I could not get enough of their story! It was downright unputdownable!

Dex and Bianca meet in an elevator, and while that's not an original concept, these authors put their 100% original stamp on the encounter. With witty dialogue you are sucked in as the elevator gets stuck, the lights go out, and a hilarious conversation ensues. One thing that Vi and Penelope excel in is dialogue that's sharp and smart while being funny and sweet at the same time. I absolutely LOVE that about this novel. Throughout there are moment of brilliance in the dialogue. You're either smiling, swooning, or feeling the achy feels in your chest as you read some of the conversations. Our first impressions of Dex and Bianca are perfect, endearing, charming, and immediately I found this couple absolutely captivating.

I also felt enticed by the premise. Dex lies to Bianca about who he is right from the start. She ends up thinking she's talking to a man named Jay Reed in that elevator, but instead she's meeting Mister Moneybags himself, Dex Truitt, who is also the man she's supposed to be interviewing.

The story that unfolds from that point was really awesome. It felt easy and swoony, with angst that kept me in it. I was addicted to knowing how Dex was going to untangle himself from the wicked situation he found himself in. I thought at that point, I knew where this story was going. However, I was WRONG.

SO SO SO SO SO SO SO WRONG!
SUPER WRONG!
UTTERLY WRONG!

If you think you are going to get a typical romance with Mister Moneybags, think again. The twist in this novel is JAW DROPPING. I was absolutely FLOORED by it! I didn't see it coming. Not even a little. I felt like this specific twist is what sets this book a part from many others.

It's a little painful, a lot cruel, and utterly forbidden. I couldn't look away. And it ate at me in the best, most magical way. It made this novel feel downright MEMORABLE. I will never forget a moment of it. From start to the finish it was intoxicating.

I really do think that Vi and Penelope have something super special together. Their writing flows seamlessly. I can't tell where Vi began and Penelope ended. Seriously. You have no idea who wrote what! The chapters, the words, the everything is all so fluid. I am IN LOVE with this novel, with these characters, and obviously with these authors. And I can absolutely say without a shadow of a doubt that they have another HIT on their hands. I don't know how they continue to bring fresh, fun, romantic, original and well written story lines, but I am in it to read EVERY SINGLE BOOK they put out (together and separately) as so many of my favs come from these two authors!

Once again, I'll say BRAVO! This is another MUST READ romance that will blow you away!

[Bindi Boo · Rating 2 out of 5]

WHAT!? HUH!!? That's what i raged to myself at the 60% mark..What the hell did i just read! That was one of the most unbelievable, disappointing turn of events. I can't even begin to comprehend...
How did something start off SO DARN SWEET and take that very ODD, STUPID turn?!! We all knew how it was going to end..so really, what's with that plot anyway?
Can't believe i was looking forward to this book..SUPER DISAPPOINTED!

[Jennifer Kyle · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

[Megan✦❋Steamy Reads Blog❋✦ · Rating 5 out of 5]

*****5 Stars*****

“I’ve never felt connected to anyone like I do to you. It feels almost chemical. We haven’t known each other for that long, but in some ways, it seems like a hundred years.”



Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward have done it again with yet another amazing collaboration with ‘Mister Moneybags.’ I absolutely love when these two authors work together and I always anticipate highly when one of their releases is close to hand. ‘Mister Moneybags’ did not disappoint, it was fun, sexy and somewhat more emotional than I was expecting, but I love being surprised by stories. Bianca and Dex drew me in from the very beginning, I loved these characters and I just could not get enough of them.

Bianca and Dex meet in an elevator. That whole scene was absolutely hilarious and I can’t remember the last scene in a book where I laughed so hard that I snorted. The witty banter between the two characters was classic and I instantly knew I was going to fall in love with them. I certainly wouldn’t object to getting stuck in an elevator with Dex Truitt.

“I also whittle.”
“Whittle?”
“Yes, whittle. You know, the ancient form of woodcarving. I carve various things from wood.”

“What the fuck? Hiking or distilling couldn’t have popped into my head first? I didn’t know the first thing about wood. Well not that type of wood anyway.”

Bianca is a journalist for a business magazine called the Financial Times and was on her way to the top floor to interview CEO, Dexter Truitt, AKA Mister Moneybags; that is until the elevator abruptly stops. While stuck in the elevator Bianca meets a beautiful stranger, who is none other than Mister Moneybags himself.

Dex soon becomes aware of the fact that Bianca does not like the elusive CEO and has a preconceived idea of who Dex is. Due to this, Dex decides to keep his identity a secret from Bianca and not divulge who he actually is. Dex introduces himself to Bianca as Jay Reed, bike messenger. He created this alter ego as a way to find out the truth behind Bianca’s preconceived beliefs about him and her hatred for rich and powerful men.

“This lying thing was really beginning to come naturally now. It wasn’t unlike criminal behaviour – starting out with petty crimes – one day you’re whacking a gumball machine on its side to make a plastic container with a broken ring pop out, and before you know it, you’re robbing a bank at gunpoint.”

The interview that was to take place between Bianca and Dex never happens. Dex contacts his secretary to have her keep Bianca waiting for forty five minutes and then to cancel the interview once she has waited for that time. Dexter however sends Bianca a message to reschedule the interview at eleven o’clock at night via email. Bianca agrees and they spend several nights emailing back and forth and hence Bianca starts to develop feelings for not only Jay, but also for Dex.

After digging himself even deeper with all the lies Dex has told Bianca, he becomes extremely remorseful and knows he has no choice but to come clean and explain the reasons for creating his alter ego. He knows there is a very good chance that he will lose Bianca forever considering she has no time for liars.

“My hole I had dug for myself had just bottomed out, and I had no idea how I was going to get out unscathed.”

I absolutely loved this story from start to finish. Dex was the perfect hero for me. He was sweet, sexy, hilarious and had a deeper side to him. He absolutely stole my heart with his attempts to win Bianca. If you love strong heroines who have no problem speaking their mind and calling people out on their lies, then you will absolutely adore Bianca. Without going into too much detail, her revenge for Dex/Jay was absolutely priceless. If you’re anything like me and a huge fan of Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward’s talented work then you will love this story. I highly recommend it.

[Jenny••Steamy Reads Blog•• · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another short review...

Love this author duo, liked this book but definitely not my favorite.

First half was fun and exciting, loved watching Dex & Bianca fall into each other. It went a little overboard the last half of the book with drama. I think it took a turn where I lost interest and honestly started to shake my head at the poor circumstances that just kept getting dealt to this couple. Ending epilogue was good =))
My Dex:

My Bianca:

[Sophia Triad · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dex is Jay and Jay is Dex.
Obviously Dex has a split personality and Jay only exists for one reason: Bianca does not like Dex. According to her, he is Mister Moneybags, i.e. a crabby, money-hungry asshole
Obviously Bianca does not know how Dex looks like because she really likes Jay when she meets Jay at the lift.
Later on Bianca will also like Dex when she starts a phone interview with him that it will be done every night, while she also dates Jay during daytime.

Dex is not happy that Bianca likes Jay.
Jay is not happy that Bianca likes Dex.

To be honest, it irked me a little that she chose not to cancel on Dex. I actually had to remind myself that we were rooting for Dex. And by we, I meant Jay and Dex. Me. Deep down, we were both rooting for Dex. So, why was Jay fucking pissed?

Confusing?!?
It is slightly confusing, but it is also an incredible funny and fluffy story.... until Bianca confesses to Dex the real reason she wanted to interview him in the first place.

After that the story will become a dramatic soap opera (with unfaithful husbands and wives and DNA samples), which I did not really like.
If the story had stopped in the middle of the book, it would have been a 5 star story for me.

What I loved in this story:
Dex/Jay's attempts to whittle and Dex/Jay’s attempts on dog walking

P.S. Two words: Richeli Murari

[Jiana · Rating 4 out of 5]

BUDDY READ WITH CAIT THE TROUT.

YES! Keeland and Ward have done it again!!

I was super excited to start this book. Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward always manage to deliver fun stories with swoon-worthy males and crazy plots. Mister Moneybags did not disappoint.

First, can we talk about that cover? Look how gorgeous that model is!!! I imagined Dex as him as I read the entire book and it was wonderful, let me tell you. Dex, the hero, is amazing. I love him, okay. He's a sweetheart. He's caring, he's nice, he's fun, and he's hilarious. I was laughing so hard at the banter between him and Bianca. Keeland and Ward never fail to write witty banter!

The plot was crazy. So much drama and so many obstacles come between Biance and Dex; however, I loved how they dealt with all of it. They communicated, they talked about it. They confronted each other and they trusted each other. There were no hidden secrets and random break ups and I absolutely loved that. Only reason I didn't rate this a full 5 stars was because I lost some interest during the second half.

I absolutely can't wait for Keeland and Ward's next release!

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG, I just loved this book! Dex and Bianca were perfection and reading this book just put a huge smile on my face! First, these two meet in the best possible way. Bianca is running late to interview Mister Moneybags. The new mystery CEO who Bianca has already made up her mind about. She is expecting this older, crabby, a-hole who loves money, but she gets so much more.

On the way up to the interview, the elevator stalls and she is trapped in the elevator with a man. A man she didn’t even realize was there because she was too wrapped up in running late. So with the lights out her and mystery man talk and get to know each other a little. This is how CEO Dex Truitt realizes the lady coming to interview him for Finance Times in the elevator and already hates him.

Dex is quick on his feet and decides to lie to her. He cancels the interview and pretends to be a regular guy and asks her out. I swear this story snowballs so freaking quickly I was dying laughing and wondering how the heck he would ever get his way out of this. See Bianca despises liars, she actually mentions it many times and as the story continues you can just see Dex’s lies building on each other as he tries to maintain this regular guy persona.

I know it’s hard to believe after I just said Dex lies and pretends to be someone else, but I just loved him. I swear he was pretty freaking perfect when all was said and done. I know, I know such a contradiction, but he is! Yes, he makes mistakes, but after all the humor falls away and he grovels, he is perfect. Dex is open, honest, and not afraid to share how he is feeling. I loved how open he was with Bianca and how he was dead set on earning her trust.

This story is really the perfect mix of fun, sexy and heartwarming. The beginning starts out super fun, but as their connection builds the story just turns into something so sweet and my heart was melting. There are a lot of twists and the reveals just keep coming, but I felt it helped the story continue to move quickly.

I am a super fan of these two writing together. They deliver every time and highly, highly recommend jumping in as soon as possible!

ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.

[Alba and Her Secrets..♥ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 'Georgy Girl' Stars!


I love Vi and Penelope's love stories and I was extremely excited to read their newest release, Mister Moneybags. As always, these two authors together continue surprising us with wonderful characters and a great plot!

It was Jay’s mouth she thought she was moaning into, but every part of me was kissing her as Dex.

I feel like Mister Moneybags was even more emotional and mysterious than the other books Vi and Penelope have written together. This got so thrilling, especially towards the end, and it definitely got me at the edge of my seat! I loved Dex and Bianca, I love the banter and the funny moments and the great chemistry between the MCs.

“Take a chance on me, Georgy Girl. Take a chance.”

I do have to say one thing though. And maybe that's why I am rating this book with 4 stars but I feel like there were too many obstacles between Dex and Bianca. I mean they gave us some pretty entertaining and hot moments but the actual sex? I felt it was a bit rushed and too late. I really enjoyed the whole dynamic towards the end but I kind of missed having more sexy and coupley scenes. Yet, I did enjoy the journey of reading Mister Moneybags a lot so I can't complain much lol

“Give a girl a ride?” I flirted.
“You have no fucking idea the ride I want to give you.”

So, definitely check this book out if you got a kick out of Vi and Penelope's books in the past because it's another fantastic creation by these two amazing writers! I always love their books and Mister Moneybags was no exception!

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[Maria... · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 Stars

This was a nice reading but definitely NOT what I had in my mind!

So lets start with the things that I enjoyed...

The HOT man in the cover takes my breath away every time I look at it!



I loved the first half of the book, their funny and witty meeting in the elevator was amazing! And I was "Yeah babe, that's what I'm talking about!". I had so much hope that the second half would have been even better, full of sexting and hot, sweaty, dirty sex scenes...but the joke was on me obviously...://

I just wanted a funny book with two lovable characters and crazy situations surrounding them.

Why didn't I get that????

When I saw what was coming from these two authors... I was like....



Again the joke was on me!

Now what I didn't like is the second half of the book. (Yeah, very specific Maria!Well done!)Why so manufactured drama...??? Why? It's not like these 2 authors needed it! In my opinion the book was focused more on the secrets and mistakes their parents made in the past than the actual couple in the present. And even if you wanted all the stupid things from the past, WHERE the hell are the damn sex scenes to make it up to us......????

I couldn't wait for this book and that's what I get???


I loved Dex at least!

[✰ Bianca ✰ BJ's Book Blog ✰ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bianca and Dex met in an elevator.
After this very adorable, funny and sizzling encounter they both don't want to say goodbye yet, and they spend a beautiful day together.
But of course Dex kind of lied to her - by saying his name was Jay. And that he's a bike messenger.
It was a stupid spur-of-the-moment lie, because Bianca was on her way to interview the real Dex. And after what she said about Dex in that elevator, poor Dex just couldn't reveal his identity.

This whole thing might have ended happily ever after once Dex/Jay told Bianca the truth.
But idiot Dex decided it's a good idea to start emailing Bianca, to get the interview done without having to meet her!

And now poor Bianca is falling in love with two guys!
And none of them will probably be her Happily Ever After guy, because if there's one thing she hates more than anything - it's a LIAR!

But don't worry - it won't take her until the 99% mark to find out the truth!
Because the little Dex/Jay lie might seem like nothing the further into the story we go...

What else will happen to Bianca & Dex/Jay?
Will there be a HEA?
READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT ☺

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This was such a fun & serious romance.
I soooo want to see Bianca & Dex on tv one day!
I first thought - meh. This lying/pretending to be someone else thing has been romance-novelled a million times before! Also, I hate love triangles! It's not really a triangle when the two guys are one and the same, but yeah, it kinda is. And I hate those. That's why it wasn't really my kind of blurb. And the farther into the lying poor Dex got, the more I wanted to jump into the book and grrrrr.... slap some sense into him!



He should've told her the truth much sooner!
The reader just hopes that once the truth is revealed, we will still have a chance for a happy end. I loved that the lie doesn't drag on all through the book, we get rid of it around the 40% mark - which doesn't mean we'll have our happy end at that point too! There are even worse problems in store for our darlings!

What made me read the book in the beginning, even though I kinda hated the blurb, is a pretty stupid reason, but I LOVED the name of the heroine. ☺ With the name Bianca, it's not very often that you get a book heroine named after you! ♥ I loved that Bianca is called Bianca. Even though she looks nothing like me. She's a greek goddess and I'm a german whitebread. ☺

BUT - after complaining about the story, and after being happy about a name.... I also have to say that I really loved reading the story!

Dex is so adorable! In both his Dex and Jay personas.
And the sparks are flying like crazy whenever they're in the same room or chat room.
I loved their banter, their flirting, everything they did.
I loved the dog moments - just adorable!

My favorite paragraph in the beginning of the book - which explains a lot ☺ ...

Great. Just fucking great. After I rode my bicycle back to my multi-million dollar company, I was going to have to learn how to whittle.

Poor Dex. He knows he shouldn't have lied. But now he just can't get out of it anymore. He's too afraid to lose Bianca. He has to make her fall in love with him, so that there's a tiny little chance she might not kill him once the truth comes out!
And once the truth is out, he will have to fight with everything he is and has to get the girl of his dreams. But that will be so much easier than surviving what else is coming for them!

If I had to name some things I didn't like? Yeah...the sexiness was missing for me. No, there was sexiness. Romantic, sizzling, sexy moments. But the real sex doesn't happen until ... you don't even want to know. It wasn't all that bad, because there was so much other stuff, but I missed it.
The other thing I didn't like... the stuff that pops up after the first lie is cleared up. Some of it was ok, but then it just got ridiculous in my opinion. It was a bit much. I still loved the story, and it was exciting and interesting, but a tiny bit too ... over-the-top. ... BUT still ....

#MisterMoneybags was such an adorably funny & sexy & exciting Love-Triangle Romance with only two people! Is that called a Love-Duangle? Probably not.☺ Run to your nearest amazon for your own Dex/Jay - this one/those two is/are MINE!!!! ☺☺☺

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[MELISSA *Mel Reader* · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars!



Dexter Truitt runs a multi-million-dollar empire that he took over from his father. Montague Enterprises is a venture capital firm. As the CEO, Dex eats, sleeps, & breathes his job. He's extremely successful, but a very private person. He's finally agreed to give an exclusive to a magazine & be more in the public eye. On his way to get ready for his interview he gets stuck in an elevator with a gorgeous woman that intrigues him. When she mistakes him for a delivery guy based on his appearance, he doesn't correct her after she'd shared her thoughts about rich men. She thinks they act entitled & feel the world revolves around them.



Bianca George is on her way to interview Dexter Truitt aka "Mister Moneybags." She works as a reporter for a business magazine called Finance Times. She's assigned to cover the story for this multimillionaire. Her plans are derailed when she's heading up to his office & the elevator breaks. She soon learns she's stuck in the dark with a sexy sounding stranger. Once the lights cut back on she's stunned by how gorgeous he is.



The chemistry between Dex & Bianca is off the charts. Dex wants to get to know her & makes a split second decision. He lies about who he is & says his name is Jay. He wants a shot with her & was afraid she'd never give him a chance if she knew who he really was. She made it clear she prefers the simple life. She doesn't care about money or prestige & seems to hold a grudge against those who have it.



Dex decides to let Bianca interview him over email since he now can't let her see him in person. They begin talking every night & become addicted to their time together. Bianca starts to realize how genuine a person Dex is, and Dex realizes what a huge mistake he's made lying about his identity. Both Jay & Dex are falling for Bianca, and now Dex is worried he will lose her when she finds out the truth. He's crazy about her, but keeps digging himself a deeper hole pretending to be Jay. Will Bianca ever be able to fully trust Dex when she finds out he deceived her?

I really adored Dex! He's a wealthy, powerful, beautiful man with a huge heart. He falls so hard for Bianca. This was such a fun, flirty read full of emotion. Just loved it!

[Sabrina · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Can a relationship built on secrets and lies survive? That's what Bianca and Dex are going to figure out after a fateful meeting turns into relationship full of passion with one man pretending to be two.

This was a really interesting story and I honestly wasn't sure how I was going to feel about the Hero lying about his identity but I actually didn't have an issue with it. Yes, it was an asshole move but I understood his need to not be "Mister Moneybags" and just be a regular guy. I loved his and Bianca's chemistry and they made a great couple. Bianca was sassy and not afraid to speak her mind, which was great to see compared to Dex's no-nonsense quiet personality.

Bottom line, this is a definite recommend from me. It's funny, and sexy, and so interesting you'll want to ignore reality for a few hours.

[Lo Bookfrantic · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 ★★★★ Stars 

Genre: Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Dual

"There was nothing that made you appreciate someone more than almost losing them."

Dexter Truitt, Dex aka Mister Moneybags meets Bianca in his office building elevator and he is so intrigued by her that she doesn't even know who he is that he tries to make himself look like a regular guy so he named himself Jay Reed. What started as a little lie became more and more big and soon enough Dexter finds himself trapped in a huge lie.

"My hole I had dug for myself had just bottomed out, and I had no idea how I was going to get out of it unscathed."

Bianca Geoge is a very opinionated reporter who is not afraid to speak what she feels.  She is convinced that this millionaire is a bad deal.  She only sees what she thinks to be true however she was not intending to find out so much more about this sexy millionaire.  Bianca had it all wrong; soon she finds out Mister Moneybags is truly not that bad as she first thought. That was of course until she catches him in his lies.

I was laughing so hard while reading this book; it was a combination on sexiness and funny.  Dexter was a very lovable guy. I couldn't help but to fall in love with his character.  At times I felt truly bad for him and for the choices he was making to earn the trust of this girl.  Bianca was down to earth and I really liked her strong character. 



Overall, I really enjoyed this story very much.  I did however thought it kind of dragged a little bit at the end like there was so much tension building up the entire book and the aftermath wasn't as rewarding as I was hoping.  I still enjoyed it a lot thought specially because there was a really cool character and the dog I truly loved in this book it made this book so much memorable to me.

"There is never a reason to hide the truth about anything. The truth shall set you free. Ever hear that?”

Readers looking for a fun read, full of sexiness, hilarious scenes and a good story like will find this book appealing.

★★This was a F(BR) with War★★

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[Dali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Charmingly fun, appealingly sexy and addictive. I couldn’t peel myself away from this story and just when I thought I had it all figured out the authors throw a curveball I never saw coming.

Successful businessman Dexter Truitt didn’t want to repeat the sins of his father and was focused on making a difference with his company, partially achieving this by hiding himself from the media. When he decided to “come out” and grant an interview, he never thought the journalist in charge of this article would confuse him for the messenger guy while stuck in an elevator.

“Sorry. It’s a technique I use to fend off the panic — screaming at the top of my lungs.”
“That’s the best technique you have?”
“I have a few different techniques. I can also massage my balls."
“Excuse me?”
“I have balls. Massaging them really helps.”
“Your… balls? You looked like a woman to me, pretty damn shapely from the back, at least.”
“They’re Boading balls. Metal meditation balls. I massage them against each other in a circular motion in my palm. It helps calm me down... I’m trying to find them. They’re somewhere in my bag.” Without light, I wasn’t able to easily locate them. “Shit, where are they?”
He chuckled. “I have some balls you could massage if you’re in a pickle.”

It’s during this brief time that Bianca George from the Finance Times reveals how much she hates arrogant men like “Mister Moneybags”, her intended subject. Wanting to spend more time with her without the prejudice that his name and position carried with her, he flat out lies leading her to believe he’s regular old Jay, while going through with the interview via online chats at the same time.

He never expected the chemistry to be so good nor the connection he forms with her both as Jay and Dex. He certainly didn’t expect his feelings towards her to snowball together with the mess he was creating trying to pass a two men. How can he ever convince a woman with trust issues who detests liars even more than pretentiousness, to give him a chance once the reveals his secret? What will happen when Bianca reveals the reason behind her desire to interview the elusive Dexter Truitt?

I enjoyed this book so very much. I had only read books by Vi Keeland, never by both her and Penelope Ward, but I’m adding definitely them to my list. I got hooked right from the start by their lively and funny exchange and then I couldn’t put it down because I was smiling and relishing their complicated romance while trying to figure out how they’d overcome the truth.

The story reminded me of the movie “You’ve got Mail” with Tom Hank and Meg Ryan. I loved the flirty yet intimate text exchanged between Dex and Bianca as much as banter and chemistry between her and Jay. Of course, they were the same man! But just when I thought I had it all worked out, this amazing writing duo threw a gigantic curveball I never saw coming. Together with a great plot, the pace is perfect (I gobbled it up in a single sitting) and the characters are very appealing.

Dex in particular is the kind of book boyfriend I love. A little flawed but with so much depth and substance that you can’t help but fall completely for. He has a sexy dirty mouth, is completely adorable while trying to figure out how to get out of the mess he created –I have three words for you: dog walker and whittling–, and utterly sweet and swoon worthy when given the chance. I like getting to know layered characters but mostly I like it when I get invested in their story as it takes me on a journey where I can see them grow.

“There’s a first. Not sure a woman’s ever called me sweet before.”
“That’s the thing with you, Dex. On the outside, you appear to be something very different than what I keep catching glimpses of on the inside.”

There’s so much about the book that stands to be shared and I would love to, but I think you’d get bored with my account instead of the actual thing. So I’ll just wrap up.

Mister Moneybags is a standalone contemporary romance co-written by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward. It’s funny, sweet, sexy and heartwarming. A must read for romance lovers. It’s told from both points of view with a happy ending.

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* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via InkSlinger PR. The excerpts taken from that copy. *

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[Erth · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Penelope and Vi release a new book, all becomes right in the world, for me. After having gone through a TERRIBLE book slump, this book brought my reading mojo right back to life! I couldn't put it down and I was instantly reminded why I love reading. I was totally sucked into the story. I laughed, I swooned, I was shocked, I was sad, then I swooned again. I LOVED these characters. Absolutely freaking adored them!!! Bianca and Dex explosive chemistry! The heat is INTENSE between them and the anticipation almost killed me!
I've been a lover of the Cocky Bastard series since the very first one and Graham from Stuck Up Suit had stolen my heart and I didn't think he could he topped. I never expected to fall so hard for Dex so quickly and he knocked Graham off of his pedestal as my favorite cocky Bastard. They're all so different, but, there is something I can't explain, and won't, so you can experience for yourselves, that I absolutely loved about Sex. loyal, devoted and so HOT I could hardly take it! Bianca was everything I loved in a heroine. So spicy and quick witted, she wasn't intimidated by anyone, even a man of Dex's stature and money. She was Dex's perfect counterpart and I loved every single moment I had with them! The story is incredibly unique, and my heart just exploded with love for the amazing writing, loveable and sexy characters and the plot that I never saw coming! Vi and Penelope never disappoint! They always AMAZE!!!

[London · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book is safe and I enjoyed it, HOWEVER, if you ever fucking throw another shoutout to Donald Trump and Mar-a-Lago in your books again I will never buy another one of your books.

Don't be fucking stupid. One and only warning.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC provided by authors in exchange for an honest review



Oh Dex Truitt, you have carved, etched, and whittled your way into my heart!!!! The fab duo Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward are back at it again as they magically and beautifully weaved humor, sass, steam, passion, and romance into one unforgettable love story in Mister Moneybags.

Right off the opening pages, Keeland & Ward sucks you into a literary vortex where you must finish this book in one sitting. Literally, I was totally smitten with the characters and the story line direction that Keeland & Ward have masterfully created. The characters were charismatic and instantly draws readers like myself to be spellbound by their charm, wit, sass, and personality. Whether it was Bianca’s feistiness, or Jay’s easy demeanor, or Dex’s big heart, Keeland & Ward gave their readers a treat when it came to gifting them romance with heart and heat.

Bianca George was scheduled to interview Dex Truitt for an editorial coverage. The public doesn't really knows how Dex Truitt looks like since he tries to keep his private life private. On the way to interview Dex, Bianca finds herself stuck in an elevator with a stranger. While stuck in the elevator, Bianca and the “stranger” begins to engage in small talk and it is there she informs him that she is to interview “Mister Moneybags” and her dislike for rich privileged businessmen. The stranger then informs her that his name is Jay Reed.

Well as it turns out Jay Reed is actually Dex Truitt. Dex didn’t want to tell Bianca the truth since she already assumed “Dex” as an entitled rich man and he wants to really get to know Bianca so he goes along with his charade as “Jay.” Jay and Bianca easily forms a friendship and attraction to one another. But Dex knows that he must tell her the truth soon.

Meanwhile, Dex Truitt agrees to do an online chat interview with Bianca. They would have scheduled chats at night. Dex hopes that these chat interviews would show Bianca that he is not the entitled spoiled rich businessman that she thinks he is. He wants to show her the real Dex Truitt and hopefully Bianca would fall for him and not his other persona, Jay.

But what happens when Bianca discovers the truth that Dex have been lying to her? Will Dex be able to show Bianca that he never meant to hurt and deceive her but only wanted to show and prove to her that he cares for her and that she has consumed his life?

As Dex tries to win her over, Bianca slowly lets Dex into her life. Soon these two begin to form a natural relationship that progresses into something more. Feelings of love begins to develop. Trust and honesty begins to be the foundation of their relationship. But what happens when old lies and secrets begins to get unraveled that could destroy their chance for a happily ever after? Will the truth be their downfall?

Mister Moneybags is a sexy, funny, and smart romance that was full of heart, heat, passion, and tender moments. Keeland & Ward did an amazing job showcasing vulnerability and raw emotions as they allowed their readers to see their characters unfiltered. I absolutely adored this book because the connection of Bianca and Dex was just palpable from the start. It was not just that they were attracted to each other physically but also they showed us that love is not just a word. Love is knowing the definition and for Bianca and Dex, they showed us love is truth, honesty, and vulnerability. So if you are looking for a story that was brimming with lots of love, humor, steam, and wood then look no further than Mister Moneybags.


Vi Keeland Penelope Ward