The banter between the Heroine and the Hero was outstanding. The book we fasted paced and entertaining throughout.

I love sports romance - specifically baseball. I also love Sloane's books. I fell for Matt in Bossed and couldn't wait for Scored to come around. Unfortunately, Scored didn't live up to my own hype. For the lead being a ball player, there was very little baseball involved due to it being the off season and Matt being a free agent. Kelsey has no interest in sports and doesn't want any part of the limelight. I get it, I really do. He's recognized everywhere and approached constantly. I like how well matched the couple was on a basic level as far as interests and hobbies go. Their shared love of music really was a beautiful thing. I understood Kelsey's hesitancy every time she pulled back - which was a lot, but Matt was able to bring her back relatively quickly and with very little (if any) drama. There weren't a lot of highs and lows, and I never got pulled in enough to be fully invested in the characters.
I received an advanced reader copy of this book via Netgalley for a voluntary and completely honest review.

I read Bossed and definitely remember this author paving the path for this book. However, the vibe and possible story between Kelsey and Matt seemed waaay different there than here. But it's been some time since I read Bossed, so easy to roll with a different expectation.

Lately, I seem to be reading a lot of immature bad boy stud stories. Where rat-a-tat dialogue in Male/Female POV is mistaken for snappy. Where crude dialogue is considered adorable. Where the gal likes male-dominated sex (animalistic, rough, etc.).

I think I need to take a breather from these because this one felt very formulaic. It lacked soul and emotion.

This is my 2nd read from Sloane Howell and likely my last. I think he's got potential to write something exhilarating, but the past 2 have fallen a bit short of a hitting it out of the ballpark for a home run.

This is a steamy, romantic and funny story. Matt is sweet, charming, romantic and funny. Kelsey is spunky, amusing and gun shy. The storyline is captivating and entertaining, I laughed, I cried, I sighed, and got mad. If your a baseball fan you'll know what I mean. This book should be at the top of your TBR list, it's just brilliant.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

It’s a baseball-inspired romance. Think about it… tight pants, tight bodies, tight buns! You can obviously tell where my mind went ;)

I’ve read pretty much everything I could get my hands on from this author. Not only can he write, but his online personality is charming, funny and approachable, which comes out loud and clear in his work. To date, my favorite book of his was The Matriarch, but now… my new favorite is Scored. This book was brilliant. It was hilarious, romantic, and although I don’t personally know any baseball players, I am friends with a few professional athletes (football and basketball players), so I found this story to be pseudo-realistic.

Ever since I read Bossed, I knew that Matt and Kelsey were going to get it on. I was so excited to find out how their story would play out. I’m beyond impressed. Matt knew that he wanted Kelsey. He was even willing to admit that she was his forever. Kelsey was a bit hesitant, but Matt’s persistence, charm, and naturally good personality slowly but surely won her over. However, their happily ever after hit a huge snag. Matt might not be around for long as he was a free agent, with an offer to leave his home team for millions upon millions of cold hard cash. It’s a tempting offer, because he could do so much with that money for the charities that are close to his heart. So where does Kelsey fit in to this decision?

Again, I loved this story. Absolutely, positively loved it. This was, in my opinion, Sloane’s best work by far. I can’t wait to see what he’s going to give us next. If you haven’t had the privilege of experiencing his writing, I can’t recommend this book enough. You most definitely won’t regret it!

Release Date: October 17, 2017
Genre: Contemporary Sports Romance
POV: Dual - 1st person
Heat: 4 out of 5
Type: Standalone - crossover of characters from Bossed

This one was just an ok read for me which is sad because I was really looking forward to Matt's story. It was light, easy, and definitely steamy. Maybe a little too steamy. The steam seemed to interfere with the story really developing. For me the story never had that moment where you knew these two were meant for each other and would make it. Matt and Kelsey are both great characters and I would have liked to have seen their story be a little more dramatic. This really isn't a bad story I was just hoping for a little more.

Scored follows a baseball star and a hot indie records store seller, they have met more than once through their best friends, and their chemistry is sizzling hot.

Kelsey and Matt showed up in Bossed, and I enjoyed them immensely as side characters. Somehow, I enjoyed them a little less as main characters in Scored. I think it was because both of them kept second-guessing themselves quite a bit, and while I can understand some of that, it also kind of got old.

Matt really liked Kelsey from the first time he met her, but he had no idea they had even more in common than what came to light when they were out with Ethan and Jenny. Scored showed these common interests nicely, but they were both resisting the attraction so hard!

A sweet, sexy story with a nice pace. Not a lot of extra drama in this book, just a bit from a couple of Matt Stallworth fans. And I like the way Matt handled them. He always put Kelsey first. Now granted, Matt was keeping a pretty big secret from Kelsey. And it's going to be interesting to see how that all plays out in the long run.

This is the second book in the series, Bossed is the first. Although I preferred the first book I still thoroughly enjoyed this one. Sloane is definitely one of my fave authors and I’d highly recommend.

I really enjoyed this story. It was everything I hoped it would be. A cute opposites attract read with some serious chemistry. At first I was a little thrown off because there wasn’t much background on either MC but as there relationship progressed it didn’t bother me that much.

Classic case of opposites attract. I think I finished it a day. The ending was so cute but I didn’t feel it was that much of a climax. And I didn’t understand why they waited so long to get to that point. I felt that their communication could have a a bit better but ‘m almost positive it was a plot point so I understand why it wasn’t. This is my first Sloane Howell book but it won’t be my last.

Kelsey didn’t really stand out to me that much as far as MC’s go. She was a bit of a rebel and almost everything Matt wasn’t. I didn’t think she was really that different than most girls and therefore I didn’t really become too attached to her.

Now Matt, oh he was one smooth character. I really enjoyed his struggle with his baseball career and his relationship with Kelsey. He was able to balance it all pretty well. I also enjoyed their make out sessions! Wooo! There was some serious panty melting words going on in this book!

I have other titles by Sloane Howell on my TBR, but this is the first one I've read and even though Scored follows Bossed, this easily reads as a standalone.

Matt and Kelsey's relationship felt a little rushed to me - e.g. Matt's immediate certainty about Kelsey being "the one" after seemingly spending so little time together - and Kelsey's reluctance about the relationship seemed a bit forced. The drama/relationship crisis was a bit predictable and seemed to resolve itself pretty quickly. It was a quick and steamy read, and although it was a "sports" romance, I didn't feel like it was terribly heavy on the baseball (which isn't a criticism, just something to be aware of if you have a thing for sports romance and like reading about the actual sport).

All in all, a quick and steamy read and I'll likely go back and read Bossed so I can find out how Jenny and Ethan get together.

I LOVED Scored! A great read; Scored drew me in from the very beginning. I loved the baseball and music themes! The music lyrics at the beginning of each chapter were very cool too!

Scored tells the story of cocky; yet swoon-worthy MLB baseball player, Matt and feisty, music loving, Kelsey as they go from being “sort of” friends to lovers. Their hilarious banter, sarcasm and cockiness had me laughing out loud! And the chemistry between them? Sizzling HOT! I couldn’t help but root for them to find their HEA. I loved seeing Ethan and Jenny too! Seeing them was like catching up with old friends!

Sloane Howell never disappoints and always leaves his readers wanting more! I can’t wait to see what he brings us next.

This was a fun and steamy sports romance. We first met the lead characters in Bossed, but this could be read as a standalone without any problem. This is Matt and Kelsey's story on how opposites attract. Kelsey is hesitant about getting into a relationship, let alone, a relationship with a professional athlete. But Matt is determined to win her over with his sweet, but masculine personality. A great read!

Very good opposites attract, standalone romance! Wonderful sports romance in this series that can be read as a standalone. Although I didn't read the first book, I don't think it ruined my enjoyment of this one -- good chemistry between Kelsey and Matt. Very good supporting characters, lots of steam with just enough drama -- not too much angst in this one. Would definitely recommend.

Cheeseburgers

It is rare for a romantic read that makes me giggle and have all the other delicious "feels" at the same time but that's the beauty and charm of a romance written by the incomparable Sloane Howell. I particularly enjoy the slightly goofy, super witty, oh so sexy Dominant Alpha male protagonist that he writes in his romances. It is in his skill at writing this endearing character that you can feel the authenticity of emotions portrayed by this character and notice that there may be a bit of the author's own person used in the crafting further adding to the believability.
"Scored" was simply the telling of a "love" story. It was scorchingly hot and there was great skill in its unfolding. The plot line may not have been scintillating but it takes a certain genius at knowing which buttons to push with the ardent romance reader that keeps their interest and has them entertained throughout.
Matt Stallworth is that beautiful creature known to womanhood as a professional baseball player. Now just think about this male beauty for a minute or maybe longer 😊. He is tall well over 6' and then those powerful forearms...and hands and chiseled abs oh and the equipment!!! Along with his physical beauty is his love of music and goofy personality. He is also quick witted with flirty banter and not afraid "to go there" with his quips.
All of this blessed male feels an inner tug toward Kelsey Martin. She is a singular beauty with honey colored eyes and a body that pleases his eye. She is a rocker chick with a distinct style all her own. She knows her mind and guards her heart. She has wit and a terrific sense of humor. Most of all, athletes are just not her type. She has always fallen for the lead singer of some up and coming band with her heart in tatters after he has taken his leave.
Their story begins with all the angst, uncertainty and insecurity that a first real date involves. As a reader we are caught up in the tale from this point forward. In the back of our minds we know that this is our favorite type of book, the typical romance. We can guess at the ending yet, we are still taken in by both characters and their drama.
Oh and the sex..the hot chemistry, the holding back, the exquisite tension of will they? When will they? How will they?
Ohhh and how will it feel for her? For him? How does it feel for a man? What really is his inner dialogue? Swoon worthy answers to be had...
Get ready to be surprised at how this author handles these questions and in the answering you are swept away to another place as we always hope our romantic reads will do for us. They remind us when we ourselves were once at this place and even have us hold on to the hope that we will go there again. And for the uninitiated, will this place be where I may hope to go?
I really need to add that the author kicks up the action a notch surprising us with a little of that irresistible dirtiness, dirty talk, dirty boy and dirty, dirty girl.
Now granted the author is not diving deep into the mind, psyche and soul of a super complicated hero or heroine. The story is what it is. For me it is delicious like a cheeseburger is delicious. Tasty, meaty, All-American and eaten lustily sometimes quickly but in the end, it is oh so satisfying.
Forgive me my easy metaphor, but this is what you can expect from this book... a well-written, oh so sexy a little dirty romance to take you away. There is a real craft to this type of read and because this book is so well crafted I choose the 5 star rating. That and it is by the irrepressible Mr. Howell and even I can't take rating this book more seriously than eating a cheeseburger. Although from what I'm told some people take their handcrafted cheeseburgers very seriously.
By whatever measure, this is worth the tasting and digging in...I mean it's worth the one click. One thing for certain is you won't be left hungry 😁.

I’ve been looking forward to finally reading one of Sloane’s books for a long time. I received this book on netgalley, and I’m glad I did.
I love the style of writing. I love the characters. Sloane was able to keep my attention throughout the entire book. I really wish there was more of them! 😍 looks like i found a new author to binge read!

2.5 stars

Scored by Sloane Howell was an OK read.
After reading Bossed I was excited to read Scored, Matt and Kelsey's story.
Unfortunately I didn't connect with the characters and I found the storyline just OK.
It makes me sad writing this as I was truly looking forward to reading :(