*** Thank you to Netgalley, Tessa Bailey, and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC. Opinions are entirely my own***
Release Date: 10.03.2023

“Maybe so. Peaches do have pretty thin skin.” “Yeah, but they have a tough center.”

Holy Christmas Balls. Tessa Bailey could write a shampoo label and I’d read it at least once. She also is the queen of dirty talk and banter and boy; did she bring it for this one. This isn’t the Christmas story you give to your grandma this December, unless grandma likes smut and knows what edging is.
Beat, the son of ½ of 90’s ultimate band “Steel Birds”, is harboring secrets. The biggest one, the blackmail from his father, just makes things worse, as every time he re-appears, he wants more and more hush money. When he is propositioned about a reality show to try to get the band back together, he knows he needs to reach out to Melody. Melody, the daughter of the other half of “Steel Birds”, a girl whom he met once as teenagers and felt a connection since then. Melody and Beat couldn’t be more opposite, but she agrees to helping – in the form of a live stream reality show. As the two try to get their mothers to reunite, quirky chaos ensues, and the two find out more about each other as they fall in love, until the truth comes out shattering the foundation they were striving towards.
I loved this book. I was engaged from the first sentence. I usually want to throw my phone at the miscommunication trope, but Tessa went above and beyond with this one. I would read more about Beat and Melody any day.

Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for this advance reader copy. All opinions are my own.

I will read most anything Tessa Bailey writes. I was especially happy to see a holiday story since one of my favorites from her is her Christmas story, Window Shopping.

I thought that this book was very sweet. The characters were wonderful together and they really complimented each other nicely. I liked them individually as well and seeing them confront their issues separately and together was very interesting to read about.

I wish we could see more of these characters someday!

This book was well written (of course), fun and super steamy! I loved the characters and the very entertaining story. Tessa Bailey always brings the spice! Look forward to more from Tessa!

Thank you NetGalley and Avon Books for the arc of this book!

I will read anything Tessa Bailey writes. I love a holiday romance and my only wish was a waited for the holiday time to read it. The plot of famous rockstars children plotting to get them back together was unique and memorable. Really enjoyed this one.

Oh man, I need this palate cleanser.

Christmas is coming and so is Beat’s deadline. For the past five years, his blackmailer has been demanding more and more money to keep his family secret in the dark. Now it’s the biggest sum ever and Beat has no choice but to accept the impossible… he must team up with Melody’s and reunite their mother’s rock band. In doing so both he and Melody’s stand to make over seven figures each. It would solve all his problems.

Unfortunately, their mothers hate each other fiercely. Can Beat and Mel pull off a Christmas miracle?

What I liked:
- Tessa Bailey is the queen of dirty talk and this one did not disappoint
- normally I’m not one for “destined for each other” trope but this one pulled me in
- Octavia and Trina’s insults are the stuff of legends and I’m a Steel Bird fan for life now.

What I Wasn’t Fond Of:
- I’m really tired of women being clumsy as one of their characteristics and I feel like it happens a lot in some of Tessa’s books

Solid 4/5

Thanks to Netgally and Avon for this Arc in exchange for my honest review

Classic Tessa Bailey!!!! It has a simple formula, but such a salifying ending. Passionate characters, great sense of humor and lots of good chemistry. Love the fact this one is holiday themed, it makes it that much more likeable!

I love books that have at least one famous person in it, so I really enjoyed this. The reality tv aspect of it was so fun. Beat and Melody's relationship was cute and their relationships with their respective parents were interesting, though I wish there was a little more about Melody's relationship with her mom. It seemed like there was a lot there but the book didn't touch on too much. All in all, a solid romance. Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for this ARC!

First of all, I loved Melody and Beat. Their chemistry and character development was 😘. The live stream show in an attempt to get their famous mom's band back together was engaging and fun, also loved it.

I would have loved it so much more if we could focus on all of that awesomeness and not on the miscommunication and Beat's blackmailer.

🔥🌶️🌶️🌶️
The romance was spicy, in typical Tessa Bailey style.

Overall, if you don't mind the miscommunication trope, and you like Tessa Bailey, you will probably love it. There was just a lot going on with the blackmail and the miscommunication and it distracted from the main plot.

I would totally watch this as a movie! 🎥🍿

Thanks to netgalley for an eARC to review.

This holiday romance is the perfect prescription for lonely souls, depressed individuals who carry clouds beneath their heads, and anyone in need of a great laugh and heartwarming moments. It revolves around a captivating friends-to-lovers trope with a Parent Trap twist, featuring two rock legend parents who happen to be arch-nemeses.

There were two aspects of this book that completely won me over:

Firstly, the main characters are incredibly adorable. If you were to search "sweethearts" on Google, their names might just appear on your screen because they are the epitome of huggable cuteness. They are the kind of fictional characters that you can't help but fall in love with a million times over.

Secondly, the smart banter between their mothers, Octavia and Trina, had me laughing out loud. In fact, I couldn't help but envision the talented Cate Blanchett as Octavia and the incomparable Winona Ryder as Trina. If this book were to be adapted into a holiday movie, that dreamy duo would be the perfect casting choice.

Octavia leads a luxurious and glamorous life in New York, gracing philanthropic events organized by Beat to provide scholarships for aspiring young adults and give them a better future. On the other hand, Trina Gallard is the polar opposite—a nudist, cultist, anarchist, brilliant songwriter, and legendary rock babe. She prefers banging drums and starting fights with men dressed as Santa Claus, truly living life on her own terms.

Melody Gallard, the daughter of Trina, is a quirky, introverted, and shy "Brooklynaire." She is a rare book restoration expert, quick-witted, and kind, trying to find her own place in the world after living under the shadow of her mother. During her teenage years, she endured public humiliation due to mean paparazzo comments about her acne problem and braces.

On the other side, Beat Dawkins is handsome, cool, confident, and knows how to command the spotlight. He is the quintessential golden boy, but he also possesses a golden heart.

Their paths cross at the age of sixteen during a studio interview, where Beat chivalrously steps in to save Melody's reputation in front of the press. They realize they share so much in common and become the only two people on Earth who can truly understand each other's predicaments. However, it takes another 14 years for them to reunite due to a reality show offer with a seven-digit paycheck. Beat needs the money to solve his financial problems caused by a blackmailer who threatens to reveal a life-ruining secret. Melody, on the other hand, needs the money to liberate herself from her mother's control. Plus, she gets to spend time with her teenage crush, Beat.

But there's a catch—the show centers around two children's attempt to reunite their mothers to sing at Christmas Eve on Rockefeller Center, 30 years after their last performance together. Although they will still receive payment even if their mothers refuse to sing together (which is highly likely), they find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of wild adventures. These include intense fights with Santa Clauses, singing duets in front of rolling cameras and their growing fan base chanting for "team Belody," getting trapped in jail cells, competing in bocce matches, and engaging in epic snowball fights.

As their palpable attraction continues to grow, Beat struggles to carry the weight of his secret. Will he be able to let his guard down and let Melody in? Can they find their happily ever after despite being the children of lifelong nemeses?

Overall,this holiday romance novel is a perfect escape for those in need of a dose of joy, laughter, and heartwarming moments. With its captivating characters, delightful banter, and an enticing premise that combines rock legends, estranged parents, and a charming friends-to-lovers storyline, it is a book that will leave you with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.

I encourage everyone to immerse themselves in this beautifully crafted tale, as it offers an escape from reality and a journey towards love, forgiveness, and self-discovery. Whether you're a fan of holiday romances or simply looking for a feel-good read, this book will exceed your expectations and leave you yearning for more.

So, grab a cozy blanket, prepare a hot cup of cocoa, and lose yourself in the pages of this heartwarming holiday romance. You won't regret it.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to NetGalley and Avon/Harper Voyager for providing me with the opportunity to read this wonderful ARC copy in exchange for my honest thoughts. Their generosity in sharing this enchanting story is truly appreciated.

I never thought I’d be reading a christmassy book in June, but here we are! I will read anything Tessa Bailey writes. While this is set around the holidays, it doesn’t really give big holiday vibes. It was a quick, easy read & I enjoyed parts of it but definitely not my favorite TB book. I finished it in a few hours. I really liked Melody, but the H, Beat, was not my favorite. The plot felt a little all over the place but it was a fun concept. Overall an easy read but I couldn’t get into it as much as I wanted to.

Melody and Beat have a destiny together that they just can't fight. Their mothers are a rock duo who broke up over a guy, and the modern day fans want them back together. While they are only two months apart in age, they have never had a friendship and have only met once when they were young teenagers. The media is in love with Beat. He is charismatic, good looking, and all the things being a child of a huge start encompasses. Melody is not so much. She is an introverted book restorer, who is awkward at best. The two of them are asked to team up to reunite their obstinate mothers for a one time only show and be recorded 24/7 over the weeks leading up to the reunion. Can they make the impossible happen? How does destiny shape their futures or will they be like their mothers and turn their back on it? Tessa Bailey does an excellent job with her character development and putting them in fun, sexy, and funny situations.

I love a good holiday romance sprinkled with some humor, and Tessa Bailey always delivers. She also delivers on the steam and sexy bits too, and this story definitely didn’t disappoint in that area. (Wowza!) This book reminded me a lot of Daisy Jones and The Six with the rock band vibes. (Am I the only one?) If you’re looking for a light-hearted and quick read, then I highly recommend Wreck the Halls. I was able to finish it in a couple of days. The past few books I’ve read have been very serious and intense, so it was a welcome change diving into Tessa’s world with all the fun and humor. I look forward to her next book.

Not my favorite of Tessa Bailey's books, but I was engaged all the same. There wasn't a whole lot of holiday aspects to the story besides the snowball fight scene, so the title is a little deceptive. Tessa Bailey's writing style is widely accessible and her female characters are likeable. Is it just me or are her books getting spicier?

I love Tessa Bailey's books and this one was no different. I loved the characters, including the two mothers they are trying to bring back for a reunion. They are wacky and flawed, but it makes them believable. A good romance with just enough humor.

This was fantastic. This is so well written and fun and super steamy. Melody is a wonder and Beat is lovable despite his constant fuck-ups. Bailey knows how to write a great story, a great romance, and amazing characters. And she certainly knows how to get my husband into my pants. This book is not overly Christmas-sy but it does take place during December. Thank you so much to NetGalley for an ARC!!

Cute and very sexy hot. This was a fun read for a holiday romance that has some definite Daisy and the Six vibes.

Tessa Bailey has yet to let me down. She hits another one out of the park with this one.


Melody and Beat have a lot in common, they are the children of the famous Steel Birds rock band duo. They haven't seen each other since they were 16, but now the world wants Steel Birds to get back together.
The shenanigans soon follow when they set out to make a reality show about getting their famous mothers back together.

There is lots of baggage carried around by all the characters and making it a story that revolves around a rock band solidified my love for Tessa Bailey.

Tessa Bailey can do no wrong. I liked the addition of Melody's relationship with her mother and watching Melody's character growth, even outside the central romance. Of course Tessa is going to have the spice in there and "loving from afar" is a trope you don't see much, it made for a fun holiday read!

I could not love this book any more than I do. 5 million stars. I couldn't put it down-had to read it at my desk at work. I love the main characters and while it was instalove, their story made that seem real. So good. Very spicy and very fun.

Wreck the Halls is a hilarious rom-com that is the embodiment of that one "we're getting the band back together!!" meme.
I know I have said this a thousand times, pledging my fealty as I loyally hand sell Tessa Bailey day in and day out, but! She can't keep doing this to me (writing the best books ever). If two things bring me joy, it is holidays and romance, so when I was sent a Christmas rom-com by Tessa Bailey? I read it in two days. I devoured it, sneaking away to read this bad boy at family dinners. It's that good.
Sparks fly when Melody and Beat are tasked with getting their mother's band together after decades apart. This book builds into a satisfying love story that I cannot wait to display come December! The brooding, the emotional growth, and the very real intense feelings on the page are so well done. Not to mention Tessa Baliey remains the crowned queen of 'dirty-talking heroes' FYI. ;)