“I just want you all to know I’m picturing this sit-down of hotties in my head and burning it there so I can take it out and savor it later,” she announced. “And I’m not even sure which selections on the smorgasbord showed.” -Ryn

Seriously, this book brings back everyone. The Nightengale men, I mean Lee (just the thought makes it exciting!), the Hot Bunch (all yummy), Hawk and his crew (just badass hot!), Chaos (no explanation necessary!) including Tack (one of Katie’s all time favorites) and even Knight and his guys (which we haven’t heard from in a while). Are you getting that? All the hottest, baddest, alphahole, seriously hot KA men all in one book!!! And we could never and would never forget Ally, she’s there being her hysterical private investigator self keeping all these testosterone laden men in line.

Girl, can you imagine thinking about all your favorite KA Alpha men sitting around a table. We have always wanted, since the beginning, to be a part of this group. Move to Denver, work at Fortnums, get in some terrible trouble and need these men to help us.

Crap, this woman can write the best book boyfriend. No man, and I mean NO other man can compare to them. Some of them are close, yes, but they will never, not ever, be at the level of a Kristen Ashley Alpha Hero.

“You know, if we’re gonna take this slow, you’re gonna have to not be so hot”
“How am I gonna do that?”
“Not talk about fucking hard would be a start.”
“Rynnie, baby, you gotta know delayed gratification is the best kind.” - Ryn and Boone

They give the best over-bearing alpha, they give the best fuck-ups, and then they follow with the best grovel without groveling.

And they are sometimes so “normal” that it makes you laugh.

“Fried chicken, macaroni salad, potato salad, ambrosia salad, and don’t give me any shit about that, I dig the stuff. And a happy birthday cookie because whoever had the idea to put frosting on a huge-ass cookie is a saint.” - Boone

Combine that with a strong woman who has (of course) had loads of family crap thrown her way who just happens to be so awesome and beautiful that the newest KA alpha hottie, Boone, is just not going to let her get away.

“I need to be wanted,’ I told him. ‘I need to be loved. I need to be won. You have another woman. I’m already second runner-up. A man like you...with a man like you, I can’t , Boone. I can’t have and not have a man like you. It would tear me apart. I can’t have and maybe win and then maybe lose a man like you. That would destroy me. So I just can’t.” -Ryn

"So tear down the walls, Ryn, I want in, I’m getting in and we’re gonna see where this goes.” - Boone

This series is seriously freaking perfect. It is old-school KA and the only thing I would change is to make it longer. Why do her books have to end? Well, and it could have had a kidnapping. I kept waiting for the “bad” thing to happen to Ryn. I know that sounds so wrong, but I love when the KA alpha men have to save their women. Those moments are swoony and hot!

Only KA could write an entire series, well even more because Smithies girls make appearances in many books, about strippers and make you love them. Every time I read these books I think about Demi Moore in Striptease - god she is a badass!

But truthfully, this book isn’t just about a bunch of strippers and commandos. This book is about some of the strongest heroines you can read. Women that have been dragged through shit in life, but still work their asses off to take care of the people in their lives - even though those people don’t fucking deserve it. Their loyalty is beyond anything you see in most books and you wish you saw more of in real life. These women give THE BEST friendships!

This book is also about a bunch of hot ass alphas who will stop at nothing to protect and save these women who will not put their safety before anyone else.

“You’re safe and you’re going to stay safe.”
“A thousand years ago, knights embarking on quests made vows in voices that sounded like that. Leaders of revolutions made speeches in voices that sounded like that. Star crossed lovers made promises in voices that sounded like that.

Can’t you just hear the gravelly voice that makes you feel so safe, just ahhhhh.

“Love just happens. It just blooms. Then it’s yours to give. And you give it. The end. - Boone

“He had an awesome pad. He cooked great. He fucked amazing. He was beautiful. He complimented my outfits. He liked lots of ketchup on his onion rings. He did the work (albeit belatedly, he still did it) to get shit straight between us. He got uber pissed at the thought of his friends being mean to me. And he lost it when he thought he was falling down on the job of protecting me.” - Ryn

Sign me up! I’ll take me one of those!

Just a heads up, this series ties everyone, and I mean everyone together. They are written in so perfectly that when you finish this book you will be doing the same thing I’m doing right now, wondering which KA book you need to reread. I’m thinking it’s going to have to be Tack again. (Katie) I can never get my fill of that man. For Karen, it will always be Lee and the Rock Chicks. Her forever book boyfriend/husband.

We have said it before, and we’ll say it again. This woman can do no wrong in our mind. We will forever happily lose sleep because I can’t put her books down.

ARC kindly provided by NetGallery and in exchange for an honest review.

Alpha heroes & enough suspense to fuel a rocket ship, Ashley has landed herself a new fan. 
Did I read this one sitting? Heck yes.
Am I working my way through the Rock Chicks as well? Absolutely.

Something about a man that comes in with his radar locked on one woman just does me in, and Boone came in swinging. 
And Ryn, adamant about having her own back and unwilling to just roll over for a man, gave as good as she got. 
I can’t wait to continue this series, seriously, I’m so invested in this crew.

After reading Dream Maker, I was itching to read the second book in the Dream Team series Dream Chaser. Did Kristen Ashely's second book in the series live up to my expectations, Oh Boy Did It Ever! I love how the author gives us characters that can be relatable to her readers in the situations she places them in. Not only that, I love how matter of factly Kristen makes her characters, no bull....She writes main characters who are honorable, kind and sexy as can be, but who also have been through very painful pasts. 

There couldn't be a better man for Ryn than Boone. His protectiveness, kindness and warmth has been what Ryn has needed all her life. These two made me laugh my heart out, cry my eyes out and swooned my soul! I am anxiously awaiting the third book because I know it will be just as good.

Dream Chaser is book two in the Dream Team series.  This story follows Ryn and Boone.  It's fun to get a glimpse back into the rock chick world!  I adore Boone and how swoony he is with Ryn.  He spends much of his time trying to convince her that the connection between them is worth exploring.  I loved them, but especially Boone.   

Thanks so NetGalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing) for an eARC of this book exchange for an honest review.

After reading Dream Makers, the first in this new series, I immediately wanted to buy and read the second book.  Coming out in December 2020, I was resigned to wait for Kathryn's (aka Ryn) book.  To my surprise, it was available as an ARC and I danced with glee when I was awarded a copy for review.  I felt like I won the lotto. Rock Chick lovers, Ms. Ashley is back and even better than before.  If you enjoy protective alpha males, females with hearts of gold, dysfunctional families and tear-jerking drama, this book is for you.

At first, I Ryn generates mixed feelings for me.  She comes across like a doormat who is just being used by her worthless sister in law.  Her brother's selfish baggage only drags Ryn down.  Not only do they not appreciate Ryn's kindness and support, they tromp all over her.  I'm just as pissed for her as Boone.  Boone is the love interest who wants Ryn.  But... it's complicated.  He's a dominant and Ryn is a submissive whose been scorn and torn down.  

For those who think this is going to be kinkfest, that is not the case.  This is one of the most vanilla books I have ever read with a Dom and sub.  Yes, yes, there is a supposed invite only party.  We all know how that turned out.  There is a lot of mentioning of kink but it was all more of a cock tease.  Frankly, I'm a bit baffled and not sure where the kink was in this story.  It is so light that I couldn't taste a trace of it.  Then again, I am a bit heavier into kink so that could be why to me, this was just sweet, sweet vanilla.  

As with the first book in this series, there are several familiar characters showing up as supporting cast.  One surprising character is Cisco.  The more I read about this guy, the more I want to learn about him.  He almost but not quite eclipsed the main love interest, Boone for me.  Cisco is a man of mystery with a complicate past and a turbulent existence.  I am hooked.  Plus, he drives the "good" guys crazy.  He is the perfect anti-hero.

Speaking of perfection, what I like about Ms. Ashley's characters is that they are not perfect.  They are relate-able people with real life issues that they work through.  Sometimes it goes well and other times it does not.  In the end, all works out with a little help from friends.  Readers who enjoy feel good books about chosen family instead of blood families, this will hit the spot.  Strongly independent readers will be able to easily step into Ryn's shoes of refusing people's help.  There is a reason why some people are overly independent, because they have learned to not trust on anyone else.  This story is an uplifting one where even the most broken find a path to healing.  This book is highly recommended to romance lovers who enjoy a wild rollercoaster ride and still want a happily ever after.

*4.5 Stars*
Love just happens. It just blooms. Then it's yours to give. And you give it. The end.

This series has the classic KA feel to it that I really enjoy. Full of drama, action, and humor. Truthfully I almost always enjoy every KA book I pick up. They feel like being wrapped up in a fuzzy comfy blanket. With this one I really enjoyed Ryn, I felt I could relate to her a lot and I admired her strength even when faced with some really shitty situations.
I wasn't Boone's biggest fan going into this, but he worked at it and slowly won me over. Both him and Ryn are hotheads that had a habit of going off half cocked on each other and other people. Normally not my cup of tea, but I found it really refreshing that through out the book they were acknowledging their issues and actually working together to work on them. It made their relationship feel that much more real and solid to me.

I'm not feeling you taking any shit first thing on a Monday morning. In fact, after the last few days you've had, I'm not feeling you taking any shit at all this week. Honest to fuck, pretty down with saying, if I have anything to do with it, you now live in a shit-free zone.

My only issue with this one was the 'suspense' or 'action' part of the storyline. I totally get that it is going to be an on going storyline through out the series but it felt pretty thin in this one. Like it was just sort of tacked on. Hoping the next one has a bit more. Can't wait for Axl and Hattie's story!

Recommend this series to anyone who is a KA fan, and to anyone who might be just discovering her for the first time *lucky*

ARC Provided By NetGalley For An Honest Review

The author is a must read for me. Everything about her books is just wonderful. Her heroes are always amazing but I really loved Boone. Keeping up with the other cast of characters was a bit much but it was nice to see familiar faces. The balance of angst and sweetness is just perfect. This book is perfectly sweet and sexy.

4.5 stars

Reading a new Kristen Ashley book is like finding a Christmas present in July. It is always a treasured treat. There is just something so special about this author and the way that she crafts her story and characters that are unlike anyone else out there. It is part of the reason that in a world of acronyms that just saying KA and people automatically know what the letters stand for.

I am loving this new series of interconnected standalones. There is an underlying story that seems to be intermixed and leaves a little bit of a mystery to be carried over into the next book. I am not sure how she manages to do this considering that the story is finished but not finished at the same time. In this case, the "bad guy" from Evie and Mag's story is in this one too, however, he isn't a bad guy, just his actions haven't always been conducive to being a standup guy. I actually really hope that he gets his own story because there is something special about this character. He fits in with the typical OTT KA man and I dig that.

I was expecting this to be more BDSM focused since the sneak peek from the previous book talked about Boone being a Dom and Ryn being a sub. However, I really didn't find that to be the case in this story. Boone reminded me of every other KA hero with his OTT possessive, dominating characteristics while also being caring and attentive. He liked being in control like all of the other guys. I am not saying that as a bad thing because trust me it wasn't. I just was expecting that it would take the direction of the Honey trilogy and that was not the case at all. I thoroughly enjoyed Boone and how he was with Ryn. Ryn was a solid female character. I did have a few issues with her but that had more to do with the backstory of her niece and nephew. I had a hard time wrapping my head around how far the author went in making a point with her niece and that entire situation. However, I did like that there was a change in regard to a certain situation with one of the parents of her niece and nephew.

I can never recommend enough how amazing this author is. Granted, I really won't have to since just her initials alone show how huge her following is, and with good reason. This book is just another example of that. There were hints of what and who is to come next and I look forward to that. Another hit for this author.

This is the second book to the Dream Team Series, and it is a beautifully written book with lots of emotions and love. Not just love from the opposite sex, but this also includes friendship (your girl friends having your back and the men too) and most of all love of family.

I read this in one sitting, and I must admit that I couldn’t stop reading it. Kristen Ashley has this writing style that as a reader you would be able to  relate to and feel all the words can cut through the heart and leave a piece in there. The only reason why I deducted a star is because, there are so many characters mentioned in this book that I don’t remember who is who. I might have to read the previous books in the Rock Chick, Chaos and The Unfinished Heroes Series. I wish there were more hot scenes, banters, and interaction between the two main characters. All in all it was very good and quite happy with how the story turned out. I can’t wait to read this in paperback version and also Hattie and Axl’s story.

Another classic from Kristen Ashley ~ alpha male, strong female, good friends, a bit of drama, steamy sex scenes and a HEA. 

In this book we meet Boone and Ryn. They both have their issues. For Ryn it's her family drama and for Boone it's some PTSD (both are addressed in the book). Dream Team books, in my opinion, can be read as stand alone but there is a running minor storyline that will make better sense if you start with Dream Maker and read through. This storyline helps to be the suspense and helps to solidify Boone and Ryn. 

Without giving you the plot and ruining it for you... this book and this series is <bCLASSIC</b> Kristen Ashley that all her fans will love and adore. The Dream Team is similar to the Rock Chicks series but slightly less crazy. You won't be disappointed. Bonne and Ryn had my swooning throughout the book. Enjoy ~ 5 Stars!

Love, Mystery, and Family Drama….what could possibly go wrong? I don’t know about you guys, but that is the perfect recipe for a KA read. Dream Chaser was a fabulous read and takes readers on one heck of a ride…

When it comes to her niece and nephew, there isn’t anything Ryn won’t do. She’s hardworking and has a heart of gold. To some, her life could be considered chaotic, and the last thing she’s looking for is Boone. Boone loves the challenge that Ryn presents and will do anything to show Ryn how good they could be together. But being with Ryn is anything but simple….

Dream Chaser is the kind of fun read that you expect from KA. Ryn and Boone are a couple you can easily connect with and find yourself rooting for. I loved all the drama, chaos, romance, and cameos in between. In true KA fashion, Boone and Ryn’s story had me glued to the pages and devouring all the words.

Dream Chaser is a great addition to the Dream Team Series. The characters were a lot of fun and there certainly was never a dull moment!! I enjoyed getting swept up in Boone & Ryn’s story and I look forward to seeing where this series will take us next!

Its been too long since I visited Kristen Ashley's world.  I read the Rock Chick series and drifted away - this book reminded me of why I loved that series so much (the novella about Daisy and Marcus remains one of my all time favorite books)!   I will say - this isn't the place to start in Kristen Ashley's world.  You totally could - but the character list is so long at this point you might find your head spinning trying to keep up!  Kathryn (Ryn) Jensen is a dancer at Smithie's and good friends with all the girls there - she has a dream of flipping houses instead of dancing, but keeps giving all of her extra cash to her brother's ex to help support their children.  She's been extremely attracted to Boone Sadler, Lottie's fiance's co-worker and friend, but hasn't acted on it because of her past history of loss.  Ryn is also a submissive and has had some very bad experiences there.  She keeps going and moving forward, but she isn't making progress towards her dreams.

Boone is,. like basically all Kristen Ashley heroes, a serious alpha male.  He works for Hawk Delgado and doesn't always operate inside the bounds of the law.  He is a Dom and has some serious baggage.  He and Ryn have been circling each other  - but can't seem to bridge the distance between them - until Boone discovers just how much Ryn's brother's ex is taking advantage of her and Ryn's life is put in danger by associating with a dangerous guy.  

One of the things I like best about Kristen Ashley books is the realness of her characters.  They aren't perfect or even close.  They have serious issues and learn from their mistakes. They also inhabit an interconnected world that is so real you feel like you could get on a plane to Denver and maybe run into one of them on the street.  Ryn and Boone are fun and very sexy together.  I am excited to see where this series goes and now am probably about due to go down the rabbit hole into other books I've missed along the way.

If you love Kristen Ashley and the Rock Chicks - this is a must read for you.

I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, but these opinions are all my own.

While Kathryn “Ryn” Jansen enjoys her job working at Smithie's strip club, what she really dreams of is a future in flipping houses. Unfortunately, Ryn is nothing if not used to putting her own dreams on hold to help the people she loves when they need her most. But everything is about to change when the sexy commando (that she absolutely DOES NOT want to date!) Boone Sadler provides Ryn some hard truths about the people in her life taking advantage of her big heart.

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Dream Chaser was a story that was equal parts sexy and sweet in the delightful Dream Team series. Ryn and Boone having been skirting around anything that involves a relationship between them for awhile, but when things start to heat up for Ryn in her personal life, Boone is the first one there to offer his assistance, a shoulder to lean on... and just about everything else she has always wanted in a partner...

Ryn is a stripper who has a great group of friends at her back in the aptly named "dream team." She also does everything she can for her niece and nephew and their mother who struggles with taking care of them. Basically, she is always helping others, frequently to the detriment of her own goals. But when Ryn's eyes are opened to the truth of her family situation, and a whole host of other drama thrown her way, she agrees to accept the assistance of the very sexy, and very dangerous to the state of her heart, Boone Sadler. 

Boone is one of Hawk's commandoes, a direct and observant man, and also the Dom that Ryn has always been looking for. With the beginning of their relationship starting out rough, it takes Boone some time to get to the place he has always wanted to be with Ryn... by her side.

I almost always enjoy a KA book, and Dream Chaser delivered with another good read, but I felt like there was some missing substance that kept me from truly loving this story.

I really liked the D/s aspects to Boone and Ryn's relationship... but ended up feeling bereft with the glossed over sex scenes that barely supported this big character detail. Crossovers from all of the various Denver-centric series from KA are always a treat... expect for when they're so overdone you feel like you see a cameo from EVERYONE who has basically ever set foot in the city. For me there just were too many added scenes with a frivolous amount of characters, and not enough plot to engage them all. And then my final big issue was... I didn't really love Boone. I mean, I love a good alpha.. but the only vibes I got from him were more of a bossy jerk than an attentive Dom.

I received a complimentary copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.

Kristen Ashley is my queen, and I am one of her loyal rock chicks.  I will always be a fan, no matter what I read or how I feel about it.  As such, it pains me deeply to say that this book just did not do it for me.  I did not enjoy the first book in this series, the Dream Team series, either so it may be that it is just this series.  I have loved almost all of her other books.  She has written so many fantastic book series, and I have loved them, including Dream Man, Colorado Mountain, Rock Chick, Unfinished Hero, Chaos, and my favorite, The Burg.  Joe Callahan will always be it for me.   I think this qualifies me as a Kristen Ashley expert.

I can’t put my finger on what I didn’t like about Dream Chaser, but it didn’t have that oomph for me that I loved in her earlier books.  I couldn’t connect with the story or the characters.  Her male protagonist was the typical KA alpha who takes immediate charge of the female’s life.  I didn’t dislike him, but I didn’t love him either.  You can see I’m truly struggling with this situation.  I’m going to blame Covid19 for this since my mind couldn’t stay with the story.  I gave the book 2 ½ stars rounded up to three because I will always love KA.  I thank NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.

As a devoted Rock Chick fan I couldn’t wait for this series to continue. The Dream Team is just as hot and alpha as the Wild Bunch.

“When you’re not being bossy, invasive and sticking your nose into things that aren’t your business, you seem pretty awesome.”

Ryn and Boone are scorching hot. The whole Dom Sub thing is not my cup of tea but it wasn’t to overdone as to ruin the storyline for me.

“Part of what I get off on is that. I can take you out, and you’re gorgeous, and men are gonna look at you, and want you, but you’re mine.

There is some intrigue  going on that put Ryn in danger. So many past favorites show up. Just like old times. I’m was  so glad to be back in K.A.’s world for this amazing adventure.

As Hurricane Zeta was barreling down the Gulf to eventually knock out power, you know what I was concerned with? Does my i-Pad have enough juice to get me through it because I've just started Dream Chaser and there is NO WAY I can stop reading. So what did I do? I charged my i-pad, forgot to charge my phone, and found myself absolutely content without the normal conveniences of life because Ryn and Boone had my complete and full attention.



I knew from reading Dream Maker that all of the couples in this series would be absolutely fun to read and so far, they are. Ryn and Boone had the trademark Kristen Ashley hilarity, fashion, and banter that I've come to know and love. Between Ryn's insane family situation and Boone's ability to see her through it, some nutty run ins with Cisco, appearances by all of the favorite Kristen Ashley characters, and the on-going drama with a situation that was first discovered in Dream Maker not a one of us stands a chance at resisting this series. 



I love all of the things that Kristen Ashley's characters stand for--goodness, kindness, and warmth. I love how she tests them with various obstacles and painful experiences and even when they aren't perfect, their flaws are what make us understand them, root for them, and can't wait to see them succeed. They may be prettier or smarter or funnier than us, but somehow we see a little of them in us or a little of us in them and I think it's that humanity and hope to be as good as her characters are that will always keep me coming back for more.



Great read and I absolutely am dying for Pepper and Hattie's books!

I'm so happy that this spinoff is living up to everything I loved about the Rock Chick Series.  Not only do we get the perfect spinoff, but we also get to see all the old crews from the Rock chicks and their hot bunch, to the Chaos crew and even mentions of Knight.  

I'm a big fan of the group of girls that have your back,  and the group of guys that will go all in to help protect.  It makes for any drama that happens well worth it when you see all of them group together when one is in trouble.  Plus there is always some form of funny antics going on with the woman.

I was a big fan of Ryn right from the start.  I won't lie and say I wasn't worried about her and Boone when she turned him down in book one, but what that inevitably showed us was a woman who expected more and relayed that in one of the best ways I've seen in a book.  I won't say much more than that so you can experience it for yourself.

Ryn was just an all around likable heroine even if she had some baggage with her family.  I respected her and I like how she communicated with Boone.  Boone had a bit of a rough start with me but quickly turned that around. He has just as much baggage as Ryn has and like I mentioned above, it was that rough start that showed why Ryn initially turned him down and what she expected.  It was so worth it.

I loved it and I want more!

Words cannot describe how much I loved Ryn and Boone! They were both, just so, flawed, but in ways that made them vulnerable, not hard. Ryn made me cry, she made me chortle, yes chortle, she made me want to be there just to hold her hand. So much strength, so aware, yet unaware, and such a hair-trigger reactor, yeah, I got Ryn. Boone, so clueless to women, really. He made some pretty rookie errors, but I guess growing up with only brothers contributed to his lack of woman awareness. Of course, once he was in, he was all in. And when he messed up, he did it pretty good, but his grovel was on point as well. This relationship struggled to get started, but once it did, these two’s attempt at taking it slow was laughable. One big problem, but then really, the story was all about these two. They were hot together, super duper, cant look away, squirming on your seat hot. They got each other on some very simple, yet important, levels. They connected, they grew together, they fell in love, and as much as Ryn thinks Boone is her hero, I’m sure he feels that about her as well

Bonus, besides our Dream Team girls and Hawk’s commandoes, we get all sorts of side characters in the story from other KA books. Hawk has some pretty good page time *swoon* and at just the mention of Knight (no appearance) my heart rate ticked up. Tack is there, being all mentoring and sweet, in his way, and other guys from Chaos are around a lot. Hank and Eddie are pivotal, and of course, the Rock Chicks have to be in a scene. And the mystery, the problem, it still isn’t solved, With Axl and Hattie up next, I think I’m going to need to invest in more tissues, because the glimpse we got, that ones going to be an emotional one

Can I talk about how much I love Kristen Ashley? This new series is a spinoff of a previous series. This book is about Boone and Ryn. I loved the development of their relationship They were a great couple. The overarching mystery of the book is intriguing. I have not read the first book in this series but I will read to fix that ASAP. I will continue with this series.

This was my second attempt to read a Kristin Ashley novel. I hear so many people recommend her books, but, alas, her wiring style and I don’t go together. This books says it’s a stand alone but I definitely felt like I needed some major back story to understand the dynamic between the lead female (Ryn) and her romantic interest (Boone). Right from the start it seemed the two had some kind of ‘history’ together, They didn’t really have much chemistry and mostly Boone barked at Ryn. The whole plot was bizarre and hard to follow. For fans of Kristen Ashley, this book was very similar to the previous book of hers I attempted,  So if you like her style, you will probably like this one. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.