A Tessa Bailey book? A hockey romance? A forbidden romance? Sign me up! This was a fun forbidden, soon to be step-siblings romance that kept me on my toes. The chemistry and passion between Sig and Chloe was palpable and it was great to see them get their HEA. My main downfall for this book was that there were just too many cheesy and kind of cringe moments. I think it's great that Sig and Chloe had an instant connection and were it for one another, but some of the dialogue and actions were just a bit much for me at times.

Read if you like:
- Hockey romances
- Instant Love
- Touch Her and Die Vibes
- Forbidden Romance

This was such a fun read! Per usual Tessa Bailey brings the heat. I always enjoy her story lines and approach. I haven’t read the others in the series but now I wanna go back in and enjoy them also!! Recommend this book to romance lovers!

99% of the time I don’t like insta-love/instant connection but there’s something about the way that Tessa Bailey does it that has me EATING IT UP.

I listened to this book and when I tell you that I had to pull my hands back from my keyboard and cover my mouth, I’m not lying 😅🥵

The instant connection was HAWT. The mutual pining was EVEN HOTTER. THE SPICY SCENES?? *puddle* 🫠 Tessa Bailey knows how to write a romance that’ll have you seeking out your partner!!

I actually liked Chloe as a character. She could acknowledge how dependent she was on everyone around her but by the end, she really found a way to branch out on her own. And girl, I can totally relate to spending your rent money on Sephora hauls.

Sig was an absolute dream boat. He felt that connection from the beginning and never stopped fighting for it. He took care of Chloe at his own expense, which reminds me a little of my man 🥹

And let’s not forget the plot?? I was absolutely STRESSING at how this HEA was going to come about, if at all. Maybe everyone else did but I didn’t see the twist coming and was so relieved when Sig hopped off that plane!!

Now I just need to decide which SE I want to get as my trophy for this book 🤭

I smiled and swooned so much while reading this book! Man obsessed doesn’t even do justice to the way Sig cares for Chloe and I just could not get enough!

While I think much of the forbidden aspect of this book is supposed to hinge on the "step-siblings in love" aspect, much of my focus was on Sig and Chloe breaking the societal rules and boundaries set forth by Chloe’s mom’s and the hockey organization for which Sig played. From threats of ruinous scandal from Chloe's family or the optics for a public sports figure like Sig, these are the boundaries I felt made it more forbidden for them to date. This is likely why it never bothered me that two step siblings could fall in love…and boy did they!

I appreciated so much that Sig and Chloe’s attraction to each other could easily be considered insta-lust with a special connection rather than insta-love! However, there were many swoon-worthy insta moments! Insta-protective, insta-supportive, insta-kind, insta-respectful, insta-generous, and so much more! From stocking up on her favorite Poptarts to rubbing her back during that time of the month, Sig was there for his dream girl and I melted every time! His support and belief in Chloe were exactly what she needed to break out of the “pampered princess” role she had been shoved into all her life. Watching her experience life’s vastness was so endearing! From having a dog to playing the harp for herself, rather than the clout of her family’s societal standing, each moment was completely heart-warming!

Of course, this wouldn’t be a Tessa Bailey book without the undeniable steam these two created! It’s a bit of a slow-burn to get there but it sure ignites when the moments happen! Gosh, I just LOVED these two so much! Can’t wait for what’s next to come in this series!

I have a lot of thoughts and feelings about this book. I enjoyed Fangirl Down and The Au Pair Affair, but this next installment fell flat for me and I am so sadden to even say that. I was so excited for this one, but it ended up being a boring disappointment. I found the main female lead, Chloe, to just be an airhead and couldn't connect to her at all. I didn't find myself caring about her situation at all or that she didn't know that Sig was paying for this or that. Sig, I really wanted to like him, I mean he's a hockey player for crying out loud! Him being obsessed with Chloe right off the bat and wanting to buy her whatever she wanted just seemed a little far fetch to me and I just found them as a couple to be a little non-believable. I think the whole step sibling trope in and of itself in this book too was a little bit of a missed opportunity. It didn't really feel "taboo" or not to sound repetitive - believable. I mean they met one another before they found out their parents were engaged and they are both adults so them not giving in to each other because they would want more was just annoying. I hate giving a bad review because I really enjoy Tessa Bailey's books, but this one was a no go for me. I greatly appreciate you allowing me to read this book and giving my honest review.

What can I say about Tessa I absolutely devour all her books there isn't one that I haven't enjoyed. Opposites attract, forbidden love, all the spice hockey player ooo my go to reads... Loved every minute of this book.

I’ll be honest, not the biggest fan of this book. The FMC felt too immature and I wished they had built up her character stronger. The step sibling trope usually interests me but this time I felt it was unnecessary.

I was definitely nervous about this one, but I should have known that Tessa Bailey would not let me down! Sig and Chloe are goals from their very first meeting! Sig is a simp in the very best ways, and Chloe is so innocent to the way the world works that it’s comical. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see how they could possibly have their HEA, and I am sure will too, but just remember, it is all worth it in the end!

This book had my heart racing until the very end! Chloe was so relatable, the constant rambling, shouting, shopping - she is such a girl’s girl! Sig was DOWN BAD from the moment he met Chloe. Every girl deserves a Sig. He is a man that will do anything for his woman...when he went on the hunt for all the Strawberry Pop Tarts so she never misses her favorite breakfast meal I melted. Loved the glimpses of Burgess & Tallulah throughout and foaming at the mouth for book 4!!

Tropes:
- Forced Proximity
- Pro Hockey Player MMC
- Musician FMC
- Slow Burn

I just can't with Tessa Bailey anymore. She has a good thing going and then ruins it with cringe, unrealistic sexual situations. I love spice but she just loses me.

I really did want to like this book. Tessa’s two other books in this series have been enjoyable.

But I think the hold-up for me were 2 things : both of them were way to immature for their age and step-siblings. 😬😬😬 it did hold up to the title, however!

I know some people like the step-brother/sister trope but I’ve never been a real fan. 😅

Also, I felt like the characters - Chloe and Sig - didnt really have a solid connection, it felt waaaay to insta lost and forced. 😕

With all these things aside, if those points above dont bother you - you’ll probably still enjoy this.

2/5 ⭐️ ⭐️
3/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️

ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher-in exchange for an honest review. #DreamGiRlDrama

ummmm i was so pumped to receive and ARC for this book!! i absolutely loved Fangirl Down so i will be eating up every damn book in this series!!!

it was a taaaad bit insta-lovey (but who can argue with love at first sight??) but also watching Sig and Chloe was everything (they are literally so mf cute i cannot). the classic third act breakup was rough (i hate that shit even though i know it’s coming and that it will be resolved), but the end was super sweet of course. i also love when Tessa throws in some humorous characters like our favorite Orgasm Donors AND a sneak peak into who the next book will be about!!

Thank you NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC.

After reading The Au Pair Affair I was so excited to read Chloe and Sig's story.

Sig's trick breaks down and has a chance encounter with Chloe, their chemistry is off the charts and they make plans to meet up only to realize later in the evening that their parents are getting married.

Sig convinces Chloe to move to Boston to continue her music studies and the pair falls hard and fast for each other. It's angsty by chapter 4.

The slow burn is intense and so are the spicy scenes.

There were things about both main characters that I loved, but overall she generally came off too clueless at times and he felt too possessive/controlling for my taste at times.

Overall I enjoyed this book and look forward to others in the series. After reading The Au Pair Affair I was so excited to read Chloe and Sig's story.

Sig's trick breaks down and has a chance encounter with Chloe, their chemistry is off the charts and they make plans to meet up only to realize later in the evening that their parents are getting married.

Sig convinces Chloe to move to Boston to continue her music studies and the pair falls hard and fast for each other. It's angsty by chapter 4.

The slow burn is intense and so are the spicy scenes.

There were things about both main characters that I loved, but overall she generally came off too clueless at times and he felt too possessive/controlling for my taste at times.

Overall I enjoyed this book and look forward to others in the series.

This book had all the forbidden romance goodness—longing looks, electric tension, and that delicious “we shouldn’t, but we can’t help it” energy. Sig is completely obsessed with Chloe in the best way, and their chemistry is undeniable. I loved how he took care of her while she was trying to find her own independence. The slow-burn buildup was so well done, even though it started a little insta-lovey. My only wish? More domestic bliss once they finally got together! If you love angst, yearning, and a touch of found family, this one’s for you.

This was a fun cute read. it was interesting reading about chloe and sig. they were super cute. I find these books shallow but I also can't help picking up the latest by this author.

Unfortunately I will not be giving feedback for this book. I honestly just couldn’t get into this one. It’s a me problem 😂

Tessa Bailey knocked it out of the park with her new book. Dream Girl is the third book in a sports series by Tessa Bailey. This slow burn romance will hit you with all the feels and have you wanting more. As always there is a happy ending but this one threw me for a loop! Cant wait to give this book a listen and a reread.

Absolutely loving this series! This was her spiciest so far of the series, but the forbidden step-sibling love was something I didn’t know I needed! I can’t wait to continue with her sport series!

I honestly did not expect to like this as much as I did, I think my biggest problem with the storyline is that the “conflict” did not have to be that big of a deal. 2 consenting adults, well into their 20’s, who met before they knew their parents were going to get married, should we completely okay for them to date….if they knew each other from childhood or each of their parents had adopted the other’s kids, then that would be a big conflict but Chloe’s and Sig position was totally okay, in my opinion. I wish the parents would have been completely cut off and it is one of the reason why sometimes Chloe became unbearable as a character, she had the “courage” to cut off the love of her life but hesitated in telling her mom to piss off when she did things to hurt her. I enjoyed the yearning in this book and I hope we see more of that in Tessa’s writing, because she usually has the habit of getting her two main characters together right away.

Thank you NetGalley for an arc

Tessa Bailey is SO hit or miss for me. This one was cute but I enjoyed Fan Girl Down and Au Pair a little more.

There were some really cute moments but also some ick as well.

Overall, a very cute read for those who truly love Tessa's writing style!