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Thank you to Netgalley for letting me read and review an advanced copy of this book. Oh my word! I didn't not want this story to end! We first met the Bellinger Sisters in book one which featured older sister Piper returning to the sea fisherman town that her father was from and where he is know as a hero after his death. Piper ended up falling for fisherman captain Brandon and is settling down in this town. Both sisters step father is a big wig in Hollywood and Hannah is working on a film, attracted to the director while texting and flirting with Fox - who has told his buddy Brandon, Hannah is off limits. When the crew is in town filming and Hannah needs a place to stay and Fox has an extra room well you can see where this is going.....loved, loved these characters, this book, this town and all! I did not want this book to end.

The spice! The emotions! The humor! This was a great follow-up to Bailey's It Happened One Summer and Fox and Hannah were a delightful pairing. I sped through this one and would highly recommend for any fans of Bailey's contemporary romance.

Hook, Line, and Sinker is definitely my new favorite Tessa Bailey romance.
Hannah and Fox have such great chemistry as a couple, but I also adored Hannah and Fox's stories, watching them come into their own in their storylines. I can't wait for March 2022 to bring this heartwarming and hilarious romance into more hands!

This was perfection.
Hook, Line, and Sinker was the absolute perfect conclusion to the Bellinger sister’s stories.
As soon as this was announced I was dying to get my hands on this. I absolutely adored Fox and Hannah’s story, and I’m so glad it was everything I wanted and more. This had me laughing, swooning, and smiling throughout the entire book.
Tessa Bailey, you have a fan for life!
Thank you so much to NetGalley & Avon Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was so so cute and such a good follow up to It Happened One Summer. Loved this spicy friends to lovers story!

A read It Happened One Summer a few months ago, and I thought it was amazing. So, hearing that it had a sequel I was excited to get back to these characters, but also nervous that it wouldn’t live up to its predecessor. But those fears have been squashed!
Where Piper and Brendan’s story had been fun, romantic, and steamy, Hannah and Fox’s steered more towards meaningful and cathartic while also keeping the steam and spice. Hannah is the ever relatable “go with the flow” girl trying to figure herself out. And Fox is stuck in a box of assumptions made about him, and can’t decide whether it is better to stay or break free. Together, the two create an emotional story that hits you in the feels when you don’t expect it to.
I’ve honestly never read a book with such a layered relationship as this one! It keeps you emotionally invested until the very end leaves you with a nasty book hangover.
I’m really sad to be finished with the Bellinger Sisters series, but very happy that I got a opportunity to read them.

I ate this story right up. It was a fun laid back coastal story. This is the second installment in this contemporary romance dualology. It is multi-perspective following Hannah and Fox, who were both side characters in the first book. While I have not read the first book, it was easy to get caught up and Tessa Bailey provides enough information without giving up the story. Hannah and Fox, both are dealing with some internal struggles, but they have developed a budding friendship over text with their love of music. However, even though feelings are developing, they live thousands of miles apart. Not to mention that Fox has gotten several warnings from his best friend and Hannah's sister to be on his best behavior, since he does not have the most stellar reputation with the ladies. When Hannah suddenly gets the opportunity to visit her sister and catch up with Fox, she jumps on board and things get heated( in a good way).
This is the second book I have read by Tessa. I enjoyed this story, it was cute! It was a story focusing on where both characters needed to work on themselves and fight their attraction, with a bit of miscommunication. There was some tension, especially with them staying in the same house. I personally would have liked a little bit more heated moments, but that is my personal opinion. I loved Hannah's character, she is fun and optimistic but still struggles with self doubt and taking her shot, which I know everyone deals with. Fox, I felt a bit more on the fence with him. Sometimes he was great and others I was like what is his problem. I really enjoyed the setting on the coast of Maine, it was nostalgic and looking at the hard life of a fisherman. Overall, great story, fun time and I would definitely recommend checking this out. I will be going and picking up the first one because I definitely can’t miss out.
I received this advanced ebook, via Netgalley. This review is my own honest opinion.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Holy smokes Batman if I could have given this book more than 5 stars I would have. Fox and Hannah are the perfect couple. I absolutely love their dynamic and how well the compliment each other in every way. I think this is my first time reading a friends to lovers romance and I am absolutely sold! The writing of this book is phenomenal, I loved getting to get to see how both characters felt and loved getting to see Piper and Brendan as well.
I also loved how Tessa Bailey put the “That kid is going to be a heart breaker” theme in there for Fox and what mindset that can give a kid when put into their mind at such a young age. I definitely think Fox and Hannah both had amazing character development which only made me fall in love with them even more.
And the epilogue was absolute perfection!

Tessa Bailey does romcom well. And after adoring It Happened One Summer, I knew I wanted to get my hands on Hook, LIne, and Sinker as soon as I could. This is the ultimate Friends to Lovers: Boy Falls First edition. In book one, Fox and Hannah are support characters. HL&S gives them their HEA. They are friends first, and really lift each other up that way. Even though they love each other and want to be with each other, they keep that on the sidelines until they are both ready. The tension at times is unbearable, but it is totally worth it in the end. I will always one-click a Tessa Bailey novel, and can't wait to see what she does next.

Hi. I'm Millie and I'm obsessed with Tessa Bailey's romances. Getting to read this early felt like Christmas in October.
Unless you're a Leo, you have probably had times where you felt like the supporting actor or actress in your own story. A big part of my enjoyment of this book was seeing a female character who is trying to find her way in her career and take charge in her own life, instead of just being the best friend and the one in the background, and at the same time, she is supporting and helping someone else see their worth. But the best part is that Hannah doesn't read insecure, clueless, and passionless. (Which is how this could have played out in a more Chick Lit format) She knows she loves music, is good at selecting songs for every mood, wants more for herself in her career, and she pushes herself to get it.
Unless you are Beyonce, you've probably felt a bit of imposter syndrome at some point too. We also get to see the growth that Fox experiences as someone who does not believe he has what it takes to be a leader, have responsibility, and to be a partner, which is not something I think we typically get for male leads. Especially with Tessa Bailey's typically alpha males, they always seem to be sure of themselves and confident, but Fox shows that a lot of times there are feelings under that facade.
Hannah reads very grounded and mature and it was refreshing the way that she considered Fox's insecurities without judgement and allowed the relationship to progress naturally and authentically without a physical aspect. BUT that does not mean it was boring or slow. The tension is constantly building, and there are tons of little moments that will make you swoon. And in true Tessa Bailey fashion, the steam delivers.
If you are a fan of friends to lovers, you will die for this one. I highly recommend starting with Piper and Brendan's story because this book picks up after Hannah and Fox have already established a friendship in the first book that you don't want to miss.
Now I'm just sad there isn't a third Bellinger sister. Westport will hold a place in my heart.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an Advanced Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Hook, Line, and Sinker delivers! Hannah and Fox continue their story after meeting in It Happened One Summer. This story is arguably more about Fox’s character development than Hannah’s, and I was here for it. I enjoyed watching him try to navigate living beyond self-imposed and societal pressures, as Hannah found her footing personally and professionally. I would have enjoyed seeing more of Hannah and Piper together, but overall I really enjoyed this story.

Oh boy did I love so much about this book. It's the perfect friends-to-lovers book. I read it in one sitting - completely devoured the characters, their little town, and the love story between Hannah and Fox. I've already pre-ordered a paperback copy of this because I can't wait to read it again when it's published!

I loved this book! Fox was my favorite he has the purest heart and him and Hannah both learn to overcome their personal hangups! I would definitely recommend this book it is a quick and fun read! I am so jealous of the bellinger sisters that got a sexy fisherman!

Thank you SO SO much to NetGalley for the copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review. I now forgive the mediocrity of It Happened One Summer because it means that we got to start Hook, Line, and Sinker with phenomenal sexual tension from the very beginning. Having the background story of Hannah and Fox's budding friendship meant we get to jump right into the good stuff. Not only do I enjoy a friends to lovers much more than an enemies to lovers story, but Hook, Line, and Sinker was such a fantastic slow burn that kept me turning the pages until the very end. I am absolutely in love with Hannah and Fox's dynamic. Hannah exhibits absolute queen behavior by refusing to reduce Fox to his sexual value like everyone else in his life has. Fox does the hard work of discovering himself and the value of this relationship by dismantling his previously internalized beliefs. The dual POV gives the reader insight into how hard that struggle is for both of these characters, and I am so thankful for it. This is a beautiful love story, yes, but it is also a hard hitting commentary on toxic masculinity and the sexualization of young boys. Fox comes to value himself and recognize his own worth outside of what he can offer another person sexually, and it is such a beautiful metamorphosis to watch! Hannah is so patient and persistent in pursuing Fox for his personhood, and it is so precious. I smiled the entire time I was reading this book. So heartwarming, SO spicy, such an amazing story of the meaning of love. Highly recommend.

Hannah and Fox? So cute. Loved this book and their story. So much chemistry and Tessa Bailey can write a romance!

I was really excited about this book as a sequel but I was left disappointed. It didn't have as much of the same vibe as the previous book about her sister. The love scenes were not as good and sort of awkward. For most of the book the characters are apart. The ending is also very similar in the crisis element to the first one. I didn't care for it.

Brendan and Piper were a Happily Ever After, but Fox and Hannah are End Game.
That epilogue???? Be still my beating heart. I would love to have this series/setting be twenty books deep. I would never get tired of Westport. I want to be Hannah’s best friend, make fun of the Captain with Fox, and be part of this little town. I never want it to end.

I thought I loved Piper and Brendan from It Happened One Summer. And then I read this book.
I saw myself in Hannah---the supportive one who put everyone else first.
Friends to lovers is my favorite trope, when it's done well. And this book is a masterpiece. The reasons for friendship-only status have merit and meddling to them. For that reason alone I was sold.
Watching these two people fall in love, in ways similar AND different from Piper and Brendan was interesting. The physical chemistry is perfection, for sure. But what struck me from the beginning was the deep emotional connection. They have faith in one another, talk about some really hard things, and they don't give up when things get tough.
It's a strong character driven romance that I'll most definitely read again!

OMG. Where do I even start???
It Happened One Summer quickly became an all time favorite book and so I, naturally, had very high expectations for this stunner of a book. And it absolutely followed through!!! Just for some insight into my excitement for this book, when I got the notification that I received an arc, I seriously started crying. I kid you not. I was so damn excited!
I guess the easiest way for me to express my deep love for this book and these characters is to break it up by characters. So here we go.
Hannah. Hannah Hannah Hannah!!! My girl. She's absolutely amazing. I have been cheering for this couple to happen ever since Hannah and Fox first interacted in It Happened One Summer because Hannah was a total boss. I've had so much respect for Hannah since the first book with how much she cared for her sister and dealt with situations as they came at her. With her career being in film making, my respect only grew for her with her not wanting to use her step-dad's name to get a high up job. She wanted to earn her way in. Hannah is absolutely phenomenal and deserved everything she wanted. Hannah's passion for music was so beautiful. We get to witness being in her brain and how her entire world is wrapped up in song and lyrics and it was so stunning since I have such an intense connection with music as well. She is loyal, strong, and so kind. She's always been seen as the "side character" in her life and has kind of been used by people and I related to that so much it honestly hurt. But it was so amazing, because there's so many characters in books where they're always so bold and flirty and sassy and always easily able to grab people's attention. I don't relate to that whatsoever. Hannah, the girl who is more of a wallflower and finds it hard to put herself out there in order to be seen? THAT'S who I relate to. And it was so beautiful witnessing her character development as she grows bolder in herself and her identity and finding who she truly is unapologetically.
Fox. My sweet baby Fox. Let me just say, he is such a damn sweetheart. His reputation definitely proceeds him from the first book, but that doesn't even begin to describe anything of real substance with Fox. He sells himself so short and thinks the worst of himself. And it's just so heartbreaking. He's so stubborn and set in the ways of how he views himself and is just so accepting of all the critical words from people that are supposed to care about him and for him. He plays it off like it doesn't reach him, and yet each little jab slices away at him until he feels like nothing. And all I wanted to do the entire book was hug him and protect him at all cost. Fox is so much more than he gives himself credit for. And thank God Hannah sees it and acts as his protector when no on else does. We get to witness Hannah breaking down his walls centimeter by centimeter to give him the confidence he needs and deserves. He is not a damn hall pass. He is worth the time, the energy, the care, and the love. He's worth is all and deserves it all.
These characters absolutely bring out the best in each other. And Hannah FIGHTS FOR HIM. Normally we see the hero fighting hard for the girl, but it was amazing to see the roles reversed. Hannah is one of the most resilient girls and she does it in a way that comes alongside strength, grace, and love. She chooses him and knows he's worth the time and patience it takes for him to realize he is worthy enough of having her in his life.
If you can't tell by the intense amount of ranting I've done about these characters, I absolutely loved this book. I still think It Happened One Summer is my favorite of the two, but it's by the smallest margin because this book blew me away with how incredible it was.
The scenery, just like in the first book, was breathtaking and beautiful and just makes me so happy that I live in Washington so close to this small beach town. The atmosphere was perfectly developed and this story and these characters couldn't have been more perfectly written.
This book also had the most PERFECT ending. That epilogue legit had me crying. Both of those couples deserve the absolute world and it was so amazing to see them together and deliriously happy. I'm never gonna get over these books.
While you can read this book on its own, I highly recommend reading It Happened One Summer first. Not only because of its sheer brilliance, but because you get to see these characters and get a feel for them and it makes the best opening for their story.
*Thank you so much Tessa Bailey and NetGalley for giving me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.*

Thanks to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC.
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Tessa Bailey is one of those authors who could write a shopping list, and I'd read it and give it five stars. I loved It Happened One Summer, and adored Hook, Line and Sinker. I'm beyond thrilled to have been able to read it early.
I'm a sucker for a good friends to lovers story, and this did not disappoint. Fox and Hannah are so fun, and after the tease in the first book, I'm so glad we got this one. As a music person, and someone who loves making playlists, Hannah was quick to become close to my heart. Her love for music, and her ability to weave it into everyday life just made me love her more.
Fox and Hannah's relationship may be cliche, but their story is so good. Their insecurities affect not only themselves, but their relationship, and it's up to them to overcome that to make it out on the other side.