Shoutout for the ARC!!

I had such a good time reading this book! It made me feel the adrenaline of Challengers, with the intensity and passion of tennis but minus the threesomes. I was a tad skeptical going into this book since Dylan wasn’t my favorite character in the previous book, but her character development really won me over. Her tenacity but struggles with anxiety and feeling the pressure made her easy to relate to. And of course Oliver was absolute perfection!

I’ve found a new niche in tennis romances and I’m not upset about it!

overall, I enjoyed this book, but not as much as Clean Point. I was soooo excited about the prospect of Dylan and Oliver getting together after meeting them in Clean Point, but it fell flat compared to the first book in my opinion, though I wouldn’t say it was bad at all.

to get it out of the way immediately, the first half of this book had a number of errors as it relates to tennis rules and scoring. there weren’t any in the latter half, so I’m not sure why the first half had that issue. but there were references to “sets” and “points” where the author really meant “games.” Also an instance that implied both players served during the same game, which doesn’t happen. I’m a big tennis fan, and maybe this wouldn’t bother someone who’s not, but I think as an author writing a sports romance, there needs to be enough due diligence to ensure that you’re accurately representing the sport. otherwise you’ll end up with a cranky superfan like me.

other than that, I felt like this book didn’t have the same quality of writing as Clean Point did, and while the characters had their traumas and challenges, it felt like it lacked some of the substance that Clean Point had. also, him calling her “brat” all the time was just overkill and felt cringey 💀

my final critique is that there were just a number of formatting errors and spelling errors that should be caught in editing.

all that being said, I DID very much enjoy the plot for what it was. Like I said, I’m a superfan, so any excuse to read a tennis romance is thrilling to me. I loved seeing Dylan and Oliver go from friends to lovers, and see him help change her mentality on the sport and find a new way to love it without feeling like a failure after a loss. they had such fun banter and his dedication to twilight was admirable. again, overall, I enjoyed it, and it’s definitely worth the read if you liked Clean Point.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the advance copy to review!

Meg Jones serves up another absolute winner with Game Point! This friends to lovers romance, set against the high stakes world of professional tennis, had me hooked from the very first page.

Dylan Bailey’s struggle with her career and self-doubt felt so raw and real, making her journey incredibly compelling. And Oliver Anderson? Oh man, talk about the perfect mix of sweet and spice! Their friendship turned something more was filled with tension, stolen moments, and just the right amount of angst. The bet? Genius. The coaching dynamic? Electric. The slow burn? Perfection.

What I loved most was how this book balanced the intensity of professional sports with the deeply personal, emotional stakes of their relationship. The chemistry between Dylan and Oliver was off the charts, but their friendship and respect for each other made it all the more satisfying. And let’s not forget the setting—Jones truly brought the Australian Open to life, making me feel like I was courtside, feeling every serve and volley. I will be the first to admit I am not a tennis fan, but this book makes me want to get interested! It had me hooked on a sport that I did not know I would like.

If you love sports romance with high tension, sizzling chemistry, and a couple you can’t help but root for, Game Point is a must read.

Thank you to NetGalley, Meg Jones, and Avon for the eARC of this book.

I have been reading quite a few sports romances the past few months and I really enjoyed this one!

Read if you enjoy:
*** Friends to lovers
*** Sports Romance
*** Spicy fun
*** Coach and Player
*** Age Gap

Loved the witty banter and great writing style of “Game Point”. I was rooting for our FMC Dylan throughout the whole book, and I just loved Oliver. This was spicy and yes, it was great!

Will definitely look into Meg Jones’ catalog!

Thank you to Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC of this novel; all opinions are my own.

This book is about Dylan and Oliver finding each other as Dylan tries to get her groove back on the court. After a string of final losses, she’s ready to put down the racket for good, but her new friend Oliver doesn’t think her time has come quite yet.

I actually really enjoyed the pacing of this book, nothing felt too rushed or slow, which tends to happen in sports romances with plots like this one. It felt reminiscent of Carrie Soto is Back, which is my favorite read of all time. I don’t think I missed it, but I still have no clue how old either character is, which is my only complaint here.

Overall, if you’re looking for a fun, flirty, tennis romance, I think this will check most of your boxes!

loved this even more than the first book! jones continues to raise the bar with the chemistry, entangling sports plot line, and lovable characters! these are such easy books to binge and i finished this in less than a day! i highly recommend reading this series 💫

Huge thanks to HarperAudio and NetGalley for allowing me to review this ALC!
4⭐️/ 3 🌶️This was my first tennis romance and I’m OBSESSED!
This book was delicious in all the best ways.
✅ sports romance
✅ enemies to lovers
✅ revenge
✅ age gap ish (9 years)

Scottie is forced to leave tennis after it’s believed she cheated to win at Wimbledon. An opportunity presents itself for her to seek revenge on those who wronged her, and what better way than with her father’s rival?

This is my first Meg Jones book and I cannot wait to read her upcoming novel about Dylan!

This book was such a delightful read! From the very first page, I found myself completely immersed in the story. The writing was so approachable and warm, making it easy to connect with the characters and the plot. I loved how the book felt both inviting and engaging, without ever being too complex or hard to follow. It was just the right mix of comfort and intrigue, and I truly enjoyed every moment of it. It’s a wonderful read that I’d happily recommend to anyone looking for a heartwarming escape!

Game Point is a highly entertaining friends-to-lovers romance set in the world of competitive tennis. As someone who typically doesn’t gravitate toward sports romance—often finding them cheesy or overly fluffy—I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this book.

Meg Jones’ writing style is engaging and fast-paced with sharp dialogue and witty banter - I flew through this book. I appreciated how it balanced humor with more serious moments, offering a deeper insight into the rigorous training and mental preparation required in professional tennis. I felt connected to the main character and was rooting for her to succeed—not just in romance but also in her tennis aspirations.

And for those who love some spice, this book delivers! The chemistry between the leads is set up early on, and I loved watching the lines between coach and player blur throughout the story. Thank you Netgally and publisher for the ARC.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher. Although I love the world of tennis I didn’t like this book., the authors words or her style of writing.