J.l. Perry — Bossy Bastard By

: The quintessential "bossy" hero, Ashton is smug, egotistical, and fiercely protective. However, beneath his alpha facade lies a man deeply scarred by a tragic past.

Reviews on platforms like The StoryGraph and Goodreads generally rate the book around , with readers praising its "swoon-worthy" romance and the "rollercoaster of emotions" it provides. Bossy Bastard by J.L. Perry

: Features a dominant, high-handed hero who "orders" rather than asks. : The quintessential "bossy" hero, Ashton is smug,

: Readers should be aware that the book includes themes of bullying, self-harm, and eating disorders , which may serve as triggers for some. REVIEW: 'Bossy Bastard' by J.L. Perry (Cocky Hero Club) : Features a dominant, high-handed hero who "orders"

: A compassionate child psychologist who volunteers at a dog rescue, Emma is described as an "old soul". Having faced her own "torrid past" and bullying, she is initially wary of Ashton’s aggressive charm.

: The romance is built on heavy "push and pull" as both characters struggle with their insecurities and past traumas.

Bossy Bastard by J.L. Perry is a high-heat, emotionally charged contemporary romance that is part of the , a shared world based on the works of Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward . This novel blends the "alpha-boss" trope with a deeply emotional exploration of trauma and healing. Plot Overview