Ryn Jansen is attracted to commando Boone Sadler but does not have the time or willing to take the risk on him.  She makes good money stripping and her dream is to flip houses but with an alcoholic brother and his ex-girlfriend/baby mama who fall down on taking care of their two children, she has no extra money from helping them out.  But when Ryn ends up neck deep in a conspiracy, Boone and the commandos step up to protect her and figure out exactly what is going on.  But will Ryn give Boone a chance and finally say yes to going out on a date?  And will they be able to trust each other and turn their relationship into more while protecting Ryn from dirty cops?

Kristen Ashley did it again!  Fans of the Rock Chick, Dream Man, and Chaos series will love this second book in the Dream Team series.  Not only do we hear Ryn and Boone's amazing story but it is also riddled with KA's previous characters that we love.  This book is a roller coaster of emotions and keeps you hooked from start to finish.  I cannot wait for more in the series!

This book was given to me an an ARC from the publisher through NetGalley in an exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way.

The Dream Team series by Kristen Ashley brings me back to the days of her   series which was my first foray with this talent author. 

Kristen Ashley has a voice all her own. I’d pretty much binge read all her books once I’d started them several years ago. Her writing style is unique and once you get used to it, and the lingo of her bada$$ characters, you are sucked in completely. I forgot what it’s like but man, it was like coming home after being gone for a while. 

I’ll admit to not reading the first 2 books in the series but I’ll amend that right quick. Her characters all revolve around each other and though each book is a stand-alone, I’d always found I prefer reading her stuff in order. Not required, just feels more familiar that way.

Here we get to experience the story of Boone (what a unique, yet typical KA bada$$ hero name) and Kathryn (aka Ryn). Commando hunka man wants relationship-shy gorgeous stripper and he’s gonna get her, even if she makes him work for it. Throw in some bad guys, more hot good-guy commandos, and reunite with even MORE commandos from the past, and we’ve got ourselves a sexy yet kind of suspenseful KA story.   

Boone is all kinds of hot Dom and he’s drawn to the clearly sub feelers he’s getting from our Ryn. She’s tough, independent and loyal to her deadbeat brother and sister in law, but deep down he can feel the submissive side under all those layers of protection she’s built up around her. 

This isn’t a BDSM riddled story, more typical KA alpha hero that takes it a little farther than vanilla in his D/s sexual preferences. 

I’ve missed Kristen Ashley and I’m happy to be back! Now to catch up with Lottie’s and Evie’s books! 

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I LOVED this book! This is my favorite in the series so far. It has all the great story lines in one phenomenal story; love, mystery and family drama. Throw in some smoking hotness, fun characters and intense plots and you’ve got a classic Kristen Ashley book! As usual, this author creates female leads that are tough, independent women who throw out snark like its confetti. Yet, they all have an inner soft core that’s highly compassionate. They’re encountering hardships that only the perfect alpha man can combat, alongside his spit fire gal, that is.

Cue Boone and Ryn!  Great multi-layered characters! Ryn’s the woman of steel carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders as she cares for all of her family members. And Boone, swoon!!! He’s perfect for her! Then there is Ryn’s niece and nephew…OMG I was in tears!  Kristen Ashley definitely put me through the emotional wringer with this one.

It was hilarious how the Rock Chick bet was mentioned in this story and I can’t wait to see if it will carry on in the next installment. I also enjoyed seeing beloved characters! This book has the previous characters appearing in a more organic way that flowed so well! And the Madonna costume idea was awesome!
Although I didn’t want the story to end, it could not have had a more perfect ending!

I am intrigued with the new character, Dorian, that was introduced. Hmm. I am hoping there is a story in the works for him! My heart is already hurting for Hattie! I am eagerly waiting for her story, and so glad Axel is waiting in the wings for her.

Dream Chaser is an entertaining read I highly recommend!

Welcome back to The Dream Team! Here we go, guys. Dream Chaser is a gift wrapped up in a sexy bow from the fabulous Kristen Ashley. Boone Sadler knows what he wants and he's gonna go out of his way to help the object of his desire out. 

Ryn is burning the candle at both ends and when Boone decides to stick his nose in her business she freaks. Of course, she would, the nerve! What happens next is a story of finding out what means the most to you in life. Sometimes that means letting others figure their own stuff out and rid yourself of toxic relationships. It can be hard when family is involved. 

On the fringes of Ryn's personal issues, there is a hot bunch and a host of MC's lending a helping hand. Throw in some sexy ladies from Smithie's Club, a few Rock Chicks, and we have the Ultimate KA read!

It's love, learning, and some sexy times that dominate the feel of Dream Chaser. Releasing December 15th, it's the perfect gift for the Rock Chick in your life.

After reading 'Dream Maker' earlier this year, I was more than ready to get back to the Dream Team series. I was especially intrigued by Ryn and Boone so when I heard their story was next, I was even more excited. I enjoyed this one even more than the first. It feels like KA has gone back to her roots with these books and it's amazing to get cameos from so many of her previous series.

Ryn's life is a little complicated right now, so love is the last thing she's looking for. Especially from a man like Boone Sandler. She's got her work at Smithies, attempting to flip a house she bought, and basically raising her niece and nephew because their parents aren't doing the work. Boone, however, is exactly what she needs. They're compatible in all the ways and when she lets him, he becomes a true partner for her.

Ryn was an incredible heroine. I loved how strong, loyal, and kindhearted she was. She seems tough on the outside, but she's got all kinds of soft spots on the inside. Especially for her niece and nephew. I adored those kids. Boone was exactly the man that Ryn needed. She needed someone who was in control in some aspects of their life, but let her take charge some in others. I thought their dynamic was great and I loved them together. Their parents were both great as well. I loved the scenes with Boone's parents and Ryn's mom.

One of my favorite things about this book was all the Chaos in it! That is one of the very best KA series IMO, and I loved watching all the guys interact with Ryn and just be present in the book. It made me so happy. We also got a lot of dream man and rock chick cameos, which is always great.

Boone and Ryn's story was another great addition to this series. It was so much fun to read, made me smile and laugh, but also had some emotion and angst to it. Overall, it was a really good time and I enjoyed the heck out of it. I can't wait to get more from this series!

Dream Team is a new spinoff series from Dream Man and Rock Chick universe, and Dream Chaser was just as fun as the first, Dream Maker. 

Dream Chaser follows Ryn Jansen, dancer at Smithies, and her super drama-filled family problems. Along comes Boone Sadler to help her out, and lo and behold she's in danger! Like most of the books in this universe, there is action, drama, angst, and romance. 

Read it if you loved Rock Chicks, Dream Man, or anything really by Kristen Ashley!

I’m a huge KA fan and love where she is taking this series. Her male characters are alphas and the females fierce and inspiring. There’s so much drama, suspense, and what the heck moments. Not to mention the hot and steamy scenes that have you fanning yourself. Each story continues on but you can start in the middle of a series and know what’s going on.  Love Boone and Ryn so much and I know you will also.

Ryn is a stripper who wants to flip houses.  She bought a house to flip, but her resources have been going towards keeping her sister-in-law and her niece and nephew afloat.  Her brother is an alcoholic and being a single mother is hard for her sister-in-law, Angelica.  Angelica is fragile and has headaches so Ryn takes care of the kids a lot – takes them to school, etc.

When Boone takes it upon himself to do a little investigating into Angelica (because he likes Ryn and doesn’t want her taken advantage of) he finds some stuff that’s not so great.  Ryn is pissed that Boone looked into her life, but even more pissed about what he finds out about Angelica.  When confronted, Angelica tries to deny it, but Boone has pictures/proof.  Thinking to punish Ryn, Angelica cuts Ryn out of the kids’ lives.  When Ryn talks to her brother about it, he takes Angelica’s side and agrees with Ryn staying away from the kids she loves.

Ryn is hurt, but Boone is there to comfort her.  When she is pseudo-kidnapped, he is beside himself.  When there’s a murder and Ryn’s life is in danger, Boone steps up and takes charge.  Since he’s a dom in the bedroom and Ryn’s submissive he thinks this is A-OK, but Ryn’s only submissive in the bedroom, not everywhere else.  Boone and Ryn have a lot to work out if they are to make a relationship work between them.  Ryn has been hurt by the men in her life so taking a chance on  Boone is a huge step – one that she hopes she won’t regret.

This is book two in the Dream Team series.  While this wasn’t a bad story, I didn’t care for it as much as I did book one.  When I first saw that it was BDSM I was put off, but kept reading.  It was really BDSM-light in every way.  Nothing too crazy at all and that was fine.  What bothered me was that there was So. Much. Talking.  My God it just went on and on.  Not a lot happened in the middle of the book and it dragged. I liked the first 25% and the last 15% a lot, but that wasn’t even enough to save the book for me and give it a higher rating.

I liked Boone and Ryn together – and liked Ryn a lot on her own. Boone, by himself, wasn’t my favorite person.  He was like a freight train that ran over Ryn and once he was with her it was fine, but meh, I didn’t love him.  He pulled a stunt once they were together that bothered me a lot, and he never really recovered from that in my mind – despite him trying to talk his way out of it.  It was petty and immature and it pissed me off.

So, while this was a decent read – and I loved the kids in it (should have been in there more, imho) it wasn’t fantastic.  I’m glad I read it for the continuity of the story ARC, but did I love it, no.

Rating: 3.25 out of 5




As an aside let me say I am loving these retro book covers.  They totally remind me of 70's/80' cop shows and I find them very cool.

Dream Chaser is fast-paced and entertaining. I think fans of the series or of Kristen Ashley in general will enjoy this one. I have read some of her book with mixed feelings. I know I can count on a wild, fun fantasy, and this book fit the bill here, but I didn't really like Ryn, so it was hard for me to get invested in her story. Her thoughts were all over the place and when she wasn't jumping from one random thought to another, she was talking nonstop. Boone was the other extreme: stunted me-Tarzan-you-Jane speech. They were hard to relate to.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Ryn sure likes to drive her man batty, "baby, can you do me a big effin’ favor and not make friends with fugitives?” he asked." Boone's attitude really is awesome, “mom, you’re telling my girlfriend what an ugly eff I was.” I liked this book, I loved Boone.

An amazing new title from Kristen Ashley. Part of a series but can be read alone, this book had it all. Romance, angst, action, and the perfect amount of steam! Always a winner, this newest addition to the "Dream" series is amazing. I was blown away by the characters and can't wait for the newest installment. Read this if you love romance at all, you won't be disappointed!

Well this was one hell of a ride. Color me excited that we get to experience a D/s situation. Any who on with the review! In true KA alpha male goodness, this book did not disappoint. We get our girls back together, not as many shenanigans but good friendship all the same.

I enjoyed Ryn and Boone together. I was glad that he did not give up pursuing her and equally ecstatic that she pulled her head out of her butt and gave him a chance. Throughout the book her brother and sister n law were a real piece of work. I cannot believe how Angelica was playing Ryn, that irked me so bad!  There wasn’t a lot of action,  in this book though, no real shoot em ups, but enough to keep you interested. I absolutely loved Ryn’s interactions with Brett (Cisco), he seems like a good decent felon. It was awesome to see how the Chaos crew came to adore and love Ryn.  I did not however like how Boone and his boys treated her when they had an argument and were semi broke up. Other than that it was a classic KA book that was full of steam and hot sexy moments. 

Arc provided by publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Kristian Ashely didn't disappoint! Ryn's bad ass woman .... Working as a stripper to pay to make her dream of flipping houses come true even while helping with her niece and nephew.... Boone OMG I so want a man like him.... Gives me the shivers (in a very good way) such an alpha man!

Yesssssss!!!  In this crazy pandemic we’ve been going through, Kristen Ashley’s Dream Team series has exponentially improved my mood!  Dream Chaser is the second installment in the series and just when I thought Kristen Ashley couldn’t top the first book (Dream Maker), she goes and gives us this gem!  From the beginning, I was “all in” and let me say it definitely had all the feels— my heart swooned, warmed, hurt, and did a couple of flips!  This book is Kristen Ashley gold— some good romance novels have great characters and some have great storylines, but when an author can do both like KA has done in Dream Chaser, it’s pure magic!!!!   I highly recommend this 5 star book (and series) and I am truly so excited for the next installment!

Great book and series!! I took one star off because, for me it feels like I should have read the crossover series, you definitely don't have to I still could follow along just fine but I wish I knew all the characters a little bit more?! Other than that this book was awesome! It's filled with suspense, action,  intrigue, lots of heart pounding moments! And of course it was hot 🔥🔥🔥!! I definitely recommend this book and series, if you've read the crossovers?! Definitely don't miss out on this series! Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for sharing this book with me!