i felt like i was watching one of my favorite romcoms on paper! the chemistry built between these two characters is refreshing, as you watch two strangers over time become acquaintances, best friends then much much more! its not in every book that you feel the characters evolve through so much time. this sports romance hits every mark!

so sweet, so sexy, so meant to be!

Game point was such a delight. As a lover of all things tennis I was so excited for this story. Little did I know this was book 2 in a series, but I didn’t let that stop me. Dylan and Oliver are so sweet and supportive of each other. The spicy scenes were delicious. All around a wonderfully cute sports romance.

As a tennis fan, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. With high-stakes competition, emotional depth, and a slow-burning connection, Game, Set, Match is a heartfelt and addictive romance.

Dylan Bailey, an Australian tennis pro, is ready to retire after her tenth grand slam loss. But when British player Oliver Anderson convinces her to give it one last shot, their journey becomes about more than just titles. What begins as friendship slowly evolves into something deeper as they train and grow together.

The chemistry between Dylan and Oliver is undeniable. Dylan’s guarded intensity plays perfectly against Oliver’s warmth and patience. Their dynamic is authentic, full of tension and tenderness in all the right ways.

The friends-to-lovers arc is well-executed, and the coach/player element adds just the right amount of emotional complexity. The dual POV lets you fully feel their evolving connection.

Meg Jones’ writing is sharp and immersive. This was my first read from her, and I’ll definitely be watching for more.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC!

✨️ Friends to Lovers
✨️ Sports Romance - Tennis
✨️ Coach/player relationship
✨️ Dual POV
✨️ No Third Act Breakup
✨️ Only One Bed
✨️ Mutual Pining
✨️ Cinnamon Roll Hero
✨️ Mental Health Awareness
✨️ Medium level spice - multiple scenes with some detail

⭐️ 3.75 stars

Thank you to NetGalley for the free ARC!

I was drawn to this book because I love sports romance and don't think I've read one centered around tennis before. I was also drawn to the synopsis. Dylan is a fiery tennis pro who can never pull out a final win. Oliver has had a successful tennis career but no longer has the hunger he once did and is looking for his next career step. The two connect at a party, and what starts as Oliver betting Dylan she will win a slam turns into a friendship and more.

I really wish the story would have focused more on Dylan's relationships with her inner circle (coach, mentor, friends, family) and how those relationships affected her self-esteem and playing. Each time we see Dylan play, she's plagued by accidents and injuries, which undermines the point that her blocks are supposed to be mental and Oliver is supposed to help her with them. I also found Dylan's flippant attitude toward mental health care odd given that she knew she struggled with anxiety and pressure before tournaments. I could understand her being hesitant it would work, but we're also led to believe that she is at the point where she will try anything if it will help her win. She was even willing to get back with an old coach and go "back to basics" because she thought it might help, so being so resistant to journaling for 15 minutes didn't fit. The story also touched on Oliver's anxiety and panic attacks, but it was never really addressed in detail. I would've loved a conversation between Dylan and Oliver where they really opened up to each other about their struggles and how they help each other through them.

I did really enjoy the evolution of Dylan and Oliver's relationship from friends to lovers and coach/player. I liked seeing their friendship develop long distance through texts and calls and then more as they lived together and trained.

I also really appreciated that the main characters were confident in their decisions to be child free even though it was only touched on. This viewpoint is rarely included in romance books and is a huge factor when it comes to relationships.

I did have some nit-picky issues with the writing, including dialog that didn't flow naturally and detail inconsistencies in some scenes, but it wasn't bad.

Overall, I enjoyed this book, but I don't think it would be one of my top recommendations. I wished it would've leaned more into the mental health perspective and Oliver introducing Dylan to self-care techniques he learned through his own experience. The potential was there but slightly missed the mark for me. It was a quick fun read, though, so I would be interested in giving the author another chance with a future book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books for this ARC! After reading Clean Point, I was so ready for Dylan’s story and loved to see Scottie and Nico as a part of this book. Dylan is trying to make her way to a championship win after years in professional tennis. Her newfound friendship with men’s player Oliver is unexpected but right for both of their careers as they both ponder what is next. Their easy banter and eventual romance was heartwarming and I was genuinely happy for 2 fictional characters. Great read!

This is so much better than the first book. The plot was so much stronger and there weren’t so many plot holes. There’s still not as much focus on tennis as I would like butttt it probably satisfies the general public. The technical writing during the matches could use improvement. This is no Carrie Soto, but I still enjoyed it.

I love Oliver. I wish we learned more about his family. His parents are mentioned but we don’t understand his relationship with them. I like Dylan as a main character, too. We don’t embrace aggressive women enough in society and instead villainize them. Reminds me of society’s treatment of the William sisters.

Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC.

Dylan Bailey is a beast on the tennis court. She is aggressive, athletic, takes no prisoners and doesn’t make friends. Until she gets to a final. Dylan holds the professional record for the most Grand Slam finals without a win. When she hits that final, she chokes every time.

When she meets Oliver Anderson, men’s professional player, at a party after one of her finals losses, the two become friends. What starts as a texting friendship, sharing tennis tips and observations, soon turns into a deep friendship like Dylan has never known.

When Oliver decides to retire and coach, he knows he wants his first player to be Dylan, whom he’s watched for years and feels like he can help with her mental game. But can they keep their coaching relationship professional when their feelings for each other are turning into anything but? And can Dylan overcome her finals block and finally reach the goal she’s worked towards her entire life.

I, for the most part, really enjoyed this book. I really liked their dynamics and the way that Oliver could really see Dylan to give her what she needed to be successful. There were two kind of big issues that they never discussed on page which felt like a missed opportunity (his panic attacks and the fact that neither want to have kids). I think we are to assume that they discussed them at some point but they were kind of big plot points that were left unresolved. And there is a lot of tennis in this book so if you don’t want to read about scores and matches and serves and hits (and lots of other details that I didn’t understand) this might not be the book for you. But if you enjoy tennis, there is a lot of tension around her career.

This is a professional tennis sports romance. It contains the following elements:
- friends to lovers
- black cat/golden retriever
- texts and articles on page
- open door (2/5 🌶️)

I received this advanced readers copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. It is being released on Aug 5, 2025.

Game Point by Meg Jones was a delightful addition to the Game, Set, and Match series. Meg seriously outdid herself with this book. The chemistry and tension between the two main characters was amazing. The banter alone was addicting. I ate up every single word of this book. Friends to lovers is one of my favorite troops because you really get to see how the relationship progresses. This book was adorable and such a fun read, I highly recommend it.

Game Point is a solid follow-up to Clean Point, offering a fun and easy read that doesn’t ask too much of the reader. Dylan, who felt inexplicably awful in the first book—despite seemingly having no real reason to be such a menace—gets a bit of a redemption arc here. While her “villain origin story” still doesn’t quite add up, she becomes surprisingly likable as the story progresses. Oliver, the MMC, is sweet and supportive if a bit vanilla. Still, their dynamic works well enough to carry the book. If you’re in the mood for a quick, low-stakes romance to unwind with, Game Point is a nice little palate cleanser.

Oliver and Dylan 4 Eva!!
Meg jones does it again with another spicy heartfelt tennis romance. This was like a long soak in a hot bath after a rough day. The chemistry between these two is amazing and their story just unfolds with ease. I was crying and cheering throughout the book!

Can’t wait to see who’s book is next!!

Tennis pro Dylan Bailey has been through four coaches this year. She’s playing well, but chokes at the final for each competition. Out of desperation, she has two choices: retire or work with new coach, Oliver Anderson. She chooses option two and learns all kinds of lessons about winning.

ARC REVIEW!!!!

I lovedddd this book it absolutely lived up to my expectations the grumpy fmc trope will always get me it is unmatched!! I also really love a redemption arc and this book showcased it so well Dylan changed so much for the better but also still staying to her true self it was refreshing to see. Oliver was also so amazing the way he believed in Dylan from the start was so adorable he never gave up he was the perfect man for her. I absolutely recommend this book and this series it’s phenomenal!!

I recently became interested in Tennis and knew it was time to pick up a tennis romance.

Dylan is an excellent professional tennis player that keeps making it to the finals but cannot win the last match. Her passion for the game is palpable, as is her temper. She formally meets fellow tennis player, Oliver, at a party after the US Open and the pair become friends. Told through dual pov and snippets of text and news reports, the two bond over time zones and their love for the sport.

I've found sports-focused books with a sports psychology spin interesting ever since learning about the yips in Evie Drake Starts Over. This a continuation of the fascination of mine- what makes someone at the top of their game lose the ability to do it well?

There were a couple parts I cringed at, especially Oliver calling Dylan "brat." Something about it as a sexy nickname just didn't hit for me.

Overall, a lovely tennis romance where the MMC is the FMC's biggest cheerleader!

I really loved the first book in this series and was thrilled to get to read #2! While at first I was surprised to see Dylan was the FMC after her behavior in the first, I started rooting for her quickly. I can appreciate a slightly flawed MC. The tennis was fun to watch but mostly I was in it for the love story — I like how Jones focuses on supportive partnerships between the main characters and gives a good example of what a good partnership looks like (plus - no 3rd act breakup).

4 stars

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I adore a sports romance with a friends to lovers trope!

Dylan and Oliver are both successful professional tennis players. Dylan is known for consistently making it to the finals, but never pulling off the win. Oliver decides to take a step back from his career and coach Dylan. These two make a great pair. The author does a great job builidng the tension between these two. It is a definitely a slow burn. I love that the book was not only a romance, but also addresses Dylan's mental health struggles. It was a great read!

Thank you Avon, Harper Voyager and Net Galley for this ARC!

Fun, quick and easy read. Pretty predictable but sometimes you need a book like this. Main characters were interesting enough and I enjoyed the alternating perspectives. The songs at the start of each chapter were also great choices.

Meg Jones' Game Point serves up a compelling mix of sports, romance, and personal growth. The story follows Dylan, a talented but frustrated tennis player chasing her first Grand Slam title, and Oliver, a former champion seeking renewed purpose. Their dynamic evolves from friends to coach-player, and eventually, something deeper, as they navigate the pressures of professional tennis and their own insecurities. Jones captures the intensity of the sport and the emotional stakes with sharp, engaging prose. While some may wish the coach-player dynamic kicked in earlier, the payoff is worth the wait.

thanks netgalley for the arc!! this tennis romance was very cuttteeee - i loved the couple together and loved oliver! he's such a golden retriever boy. dylan was a little too nice compared to how snarky she was in the previous book but growth i guess? i really enjoyed the friendship they built together as the base of their relationship as well as the trust/safety they felt in each other. and ofccccc the one bed trope!!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for an ARC!

Dylan is a fierce tennis competitor who has earned the title of always the bridesmaid never the bride for a pattern of getting into finals but never pulling out the win. Oliver is a tennis competitor who is losing his spark with play competitively.

A chance meeting between Dylan and Oliver is the start of a friendship to a coaching relationship to maybe more...

The growth that Dylan goes through in this book was amazing and the dynamic between Oliver and Dylan kept me reading. Both Dylan and Oliver's characters explored what it meant to be competitive athletes finding their identities outside their sports and grappling with both the mental and physical challenges that come with that journey.

This is perfect for fans of Carrie Soto is Back but looking for more romance to go along with the tennis growth storyline!

5 stars
Such a good sequel. I’m a fan of Meg Jones. More tennis romance please

Many thanks to NeyGalley for the ARC.

So excited
In-depth review to come!!!