Loved this! Fun, festive, heartwarming, with great characters and some depth. Great holiday read! Will definitely be recommending for holiday reads!

It's like Daisy Jones and the Six and The Charm Offensive met up and combined to make the sweetest rock n roll adjacent, reality tv spectacle, living with parental trauma story ever. I really loved it and read it in a day. I appreciated that although the plot was fast-paced with some outlandish elements (galas and then a hippie/santa faceoff fight) the communication between the main characters remained a focus and didn't get overshadowed.

Tessa Bailey and the holidays go well together! This is a cute read to get cozy with. This has the classic Tessa Bailey charm, with good characters and fun settings.

Oh boy y’all! Don’t let this cutesie cover full you. It is chalked full of spice! 🔥

Briefly this is a holiday rom-com about the adult children of two former rock stars who team up to convince their estranged mothers to play a Christmas Eve concert…

First of all naming your children after music is the cutest…Beat and Melody just go together. 😂 I loved the premise of reuniting their mothers because it felt like a bit of an adventure story. The chemistry between Beat and Melody flies off the pages. And let me tell you Tessa Bailey does not skimp on the steam. 🥵
The only issue I had was the miscommunication trope. I’m just not a fan. Overall this was an enjoyable romance with just a hint of Christmas.

Wreck the Halls might be my favorite Tessa Bailey book to date. I absolutely loved this unique Christmas romance. I am not normally a fan of the insta-love trope, but it worked perfectly for me in this book. Since Beat and Melody share a unique life experience of being children of rock duo, Steel Birds, their connection made sense to me. They share so many of the same frustrations and struggles and I do think that sort of shared experience could make an intense connection with another person. Throw in Beat's protective nature and the way he supported Melody from a far by standing up for her with the press, I was all in.

And Melody might be one of my favorite heroines ever written. She is goofy and a little shy, has the best one-liners and is just very relatable through her vulnerable moments. I loved how the public embraced her this time around and was just as enamored with her as they were. She was wise beyond her years and just an amazing character.

Beat and Melody together were just perfect. The only thing that could have made this better would have been an epilogue 10 years down the road where they have a crew of babies with corresponding musical names because Melody would be the best mom and Beat as I dad I cant EVEN.

I also loved the Trina and Octavia story line too and them finding their way back to each other. The whole group of them deserve all the happiness in the world.

This one is truly a forever favorite. I finished the book and immediately downloaded the audiobook because I could listen to their story 100 times.

thank you so much to Avon for the early copy for review; all thoughts are my own.

Melody and Beat will go down as one of my favorite romantic couples. I mean even their names are adorable.

This isn’t a typical “Christmas” book, the plot is surrounded by the holiday and what Melody and Beat need to accomplish which may be next to impossible. What you ask? Getting their rock moms back together and performing after a 30 year hiatus.

So many funny moments and some teary ones as well.

I am a sucker for epilogue and really wanted one for this one. Not sure if it’s because the publisher nixed or because I was reading an ARC, but I wish there was one.

Overall I enjoyed and Tessa never disappoints with her writing.

An ARC was provided via Net Galley for an honest review.

This story is kind of brilliant in its layers. Rock and roll queens Octavia and Trina have an epic band split while both pregnant. Over the years, these two children, Beat and Melody, are the ones in the spotlight as media try to get the story behind the split and a reunion of the band. When he's put in a situation that he needs to make a reunion happen, Melody is on board, no question. But the more things get out of hand, the more they have to sort out within themselves as well as for their mothers.

This was a wild look at what fame and residual fame does to kids, teens and adults plus the dangers of media fascination with celebrities. Tessa Bailey doesn't know how to write a disappointing book and she didn't start here. It was a brilliant read.

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Wreck the Halls is a fun holiday novel that follows the children of two former members of the rock group, Steel Birds, Trina Gallard, and Octavia Dawkins. Melody Gallard, the daughter of Trina, first meets Beat Dawkins, the son of Octavia, when they are younger and are now reuniting when they are offered money to reunite the Steel Birds. Trina and Octavia are complete opposites and had a falling out years ago, so reuniting them is easier said than done. The story not only follows the two moms, but also Melody and Beat getting to know each other and possibly connect on a romantic level.

The motivations for Melody and Beat may be different, but they were both equally enjoyable. Beat initially appears to have the more interesting storyline and character traits, but Melody held her own as a character. The two of them sign up to live stream their journey to reunite their moms so there is the on-camera aspect to add to the off-camera action. I am not sure why recording could not have worked instead as this streaming just makes more sense compared to live streaming. It was not a huge detail as the focus is on Melody and Beat interacting on screen. There was instalove, which is not my favorite, but their chemistry was very apparent. As this is a Bailey novel, there is a lot of spiciness. If you enjoy spice, then this is a great novel for you. Overall, this was a great novel and I look forward to reading more from the author in the future.

**I give a special thank you to Netgalley and the publisher, Avon, for the opportunity to read this enjoyable novel. The opinions expressed are completely my own.**

Another fantastically spicy romp from Ms. Bailey. I adored the character she created with Melody, though I found Beat a bit forced. Good side characters with the moms, and the camera/production crew. Not much of a holiday feel to it, but fun nontheless.

Thank you Avon and Netgalley for the ARC!

If you love laugh out loud romcoms, then Tessa is your gal! She is great at writing quirky, unique and fun books that’ll definitely kick up the heat alongside her special brand of humor!

Wreck the Halls has open door romance, which we expect from TB, but there were also lots of sweet and swoony moments too that really just make you smile. This is a fun holiday season romcom to pick you up when you’re feeling the winter sads ☺️

This was not what I was expecting and that is totally fine. I was expecting a story with lots of holiday but it was more winter themed. The reality show and reconciliation of their mothers takes center stage and happens to conclude on Christmas Eve.
Loved the romance between these two second Gen enemies. They didn't really know each other but met in passing and had a big connection. But since their mom's hated each other over reasons that will make you gasp at the end, they weren't allowed to get close.
This reality show that would help them both out financially when they needed it was definitely the close proximity their fascination with each other needed to ignite.
I always enjoy Tessa's spice since she tends to highlight more than just vanilla. Beat has a preference I see rarely in books but hear about a lot.
And that humor was definitely up my alley. Looking at the cover she has a New Girl Zoey look to her and she had some quirk to her.
Beat and Melody are two such unique and definitely musicians' children's names.
"Do you prefer spaghetti or beignets?” “That’s like asking me to choose a favorite child. I simply cannot.” “You’re a good mother.”"

❄️Add to your holiday TBR for something a little different
Rating : 4.5⭐

Thank you avonbooks for the e-ARC for my honest and voluntary review.

Fans familiar with Tessa Bailey with enjoy this holiday infused novel. Bailey’s trademark humor and spice make this an enjoyable read for the holiday season.

✨ Wreck the Halls ✨⁣
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⁣Funny, heartwarming and spicy! In Wreck the Halls, two adult children of estranged rock stars team up to convince their mothers to reunite for a Christmas Eve concert. Featuring adorable characters with tons of chemistry, this is the perfect read cozy season. ⁣
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⁣Troupes: ⁣
⁣- Set during Christmas but isn’t super focused on the holiday. ⁣
⁣- Insta Love. ⁣
⁣- Friends to Lovers. ⁣
⁣- Forced proximity and one bed.⁣
⁣- Lots of miscommunication. ⁣
⁣- Tons of spice! ⁣
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⁣All in all, I really loved this one! I recommend reading it on a chilly winter day with a cup of hot chocolate and a cozy blanket. Four stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⁣
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⁣Thank you to @Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of Wreck the Halls in return for my honest review. It is out now!

Tessa Bailey does it again. Wreck the Halls is a fun story and Beat & Melody have such a great connection. Their mother’s are funny personalities and a good addition to the story.

I love Tessa Bailey. This was a fun, spicy read. Also cheesy.

Descriptive, explicit spice. I lost count of how many scenes at 4 of them. I was more focused on enjoying the story.

This is ridiculously cheesy. I knew that from the moment I learned the character’s names are Beat and Melody. But it was a fairly light read. No epic plot. Follows a storyline that you mostly learn about character’s pasts and their current relationship.

Special thanks to Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for this digital ARC.

The MMC’s name is Beat and the FMC’s name is Melody. Get it, because their parents are legendary rock stars. Cringy, right? Also adding that the third person POV was dry as old bread makes this a DNF for me. I haven’t had much luck with Bailey’s newer releases and that makes me sad as heck.

ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Content & Rating:
- 368 pages
- Dual POV in Third Person
- Rating: 3.5 / 5⭐️
- Spice: 2 / 5 🌶

Tropes:
- Holiday RomCom
- Strangers-Friends-Lovers
- Forced Proximity
- He falls harder

Convincing Quote:
‘I’m not a vice,’ ‘You could be.’

‘Of all the privileges I never feel like I’ve earned, you’re going to be the ultimate one, aren’t you?

Beat Dawkins is hiding a secret that requires him to need a large amount of money, and boy does he needs it STAT. That’s why when an opportunity to work with a girl who he’s been thinking about for years, lands in his lap, he wants to do the impossible and reunite their fallen-out-of-touch moms, a former rock duo, for one last concert.

Melody Gallard has harbored a crush on Beat since their very first meeting when they were 16. Once she sees Beat years later and hears about the offer that could allow her some financial independence and time well-spent with Beat, she’s willing to play the role he needs her to.

It was a very fast-paced read and is essentially insta-love. I thought that the two main characters would have had more than one interaction together when they were younger, but alas, it wasn’t in the cards. I will say, Tessa Bailey knows how to right pining and she knows how to write it WELL. You could feel the longing between the two characters in the pages when they were playing friends before entertaining a relationship, I just wish it wasn’t so instantaneous.

The wit and one-liners were right on par with Tessa’s other books, Melody was super relatable with her humor and trying to navigate adult friendships.

Released October 3rd, 2023.

What a perfect holiday romance! Tessa Bailey can really do it all!

Beat and Melody, children once-famous musical pair, the Steel Birds, find themselves in an unexpected situation, when a reality TV producer is determined to orchestrate a reunion of the two musical legends. Beat reluctantly agrees for the money and when he asks Melody for her help, she can't say no. The two find themselves thrown together and their connection is instant.

This narrative thrives on its rich character development, Among them, Melody shines the brightest, exuding a quirky personality and a zest for life that endears her to readers. The palpable attraction between Melody and Beat adds an extra layer of charm to their dynamic.

3.5 Stars!
Melody Gallard lives in Brooklyn, New York where she works doing book restorations. She is an introvert who most days prefers books to people. She's the daughter of a famous rock star, and is considered music royalty, but she's never enjoyed being in the spotlight. She likes her privacy, and tries to avoid the paparazzi, but when a producer offers her a lot of money to help reunite her mother's band is it too good an opportunity to pass up? It also might be a chance to see the only person who she felt could truly understand her. Beat Dawkins also had a celebrity mom. He was genuine, cool and blindingly gorgeous. He led a charmed life, and people loved him. He'd always treated her with kindness, and she'd been crushing on him since she was sixteen, when she'd been an awkward teenager. Their mother's band had an extremely public break up in 1993, and fans have speculated about the reason for years. They were often referred to as one of the greatest female rock duos of their time. Beat and Melody grew up separately, but were tethered by their mother's rocky past. It had been fourteen years since Beat & Melody met, and experienced such a strong bond neither could explain. They still share an intense attraction and are captivated by one another. When they join forces to approach and convince their estranged mother's to reunite for a Christmas Eve concert will they be successful, or will the Steel Birds reunion idea go up in flames?

Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey is a standalone, opposites attract, forced proximity, childhood friends to lovers, holiday romance full of humor, emotion and unexpected connections. This was a cute rom com about family and second chances. <33

absolutely loved this one tessa bailey continually proves she's the queen of the steamy romcom game, even in holiday fashion!!