This was a cute holiday romp! If Tessa Bailey writes it, I'm gonna read it. The themes of 90s rock and roll, reality tv, and a pseudo star crossed lovers were all super fun. It wasn't my favorite TB book, but I'd love to read another holiday book by her!

This one was just okay for me and I honestly had a very hard time finishing it. There was A LOT going on in this one, the live reality show, the kink thing, blackmail and even the crazy Santa’s. It all felt messy to me. It didn’t feel much like a love story either, but came off more like obsession and lust (especially on Beat’s part) and I was bored by the time it turned into anything more. I enjoyed the start, and then for then it slowly declined and got a bit boring.

The blackmail thing started strong then just disappeared until the very end. I lost interest in that fast. The Kink thing was a surprise and a little bit odd honestly. It became the main focus toward the end and was just like …unmm okay.

I usually love her books, but this one wasn’t my favorite Tessa Bailey book, but I do look forward to her next book since I do enjoy her writing. Thank you @netgalley for this #arc for my honest review.

I read this right after the holidays and it was the best time to do so because it wasn’t super focused on being Christmas time like I thought it was! Such a great read anytime of the year.

I devoured this book and I feel like it might have pulled me out of a slump. It was full of emotion, the characters were so easy to absolutely love, and I rooted for the two of them so hard!

The entire storyline was fantastic, I was never asking myself what was going on or where the story was going because it was written so well.

My first 5 star read of 2024!

Probably not her strongest books. I felt the storyline wasn't great and the two main characters were pushed together without a strong plot.

Thank you Avon and Harper Voyager, Tessa Bailey, and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this advanced copy in exchange for my review.

I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into with this one, especially reading a Christmas book in the summer, but I’m always a sucker for a Tessa Bailey book. Melody and Beat were clearly meant to be together but their mother’s feud kept them apart for years and years. Until they are approached by a media company to film a live streamed reality tv show in order to get their mom’s band back together.

Beat and Melody had chemistry from the moment they met and it only grew and grew throughout the book. Though this book is exceptionally unrealistic, I loved every second of it. I’m usually not a huge Christmas book fan, but this book ended up being less about Christmas/winter/the holidays and more about the story at hand which I appreciated. Another TB book I love. Always always recommend!

Tessa Bailey's Wreck the Halls brings her trademark blend of steamy romance and witty banter to a holiday setting, offering a festive twist on her usual fare. Unlike her other works, which often center on contemporary settings and everyday dramas, this novel immerses readers in a glamorous yet chaotic world of rock star reunions and media frenzy. Melody's journey from the shadows to center stage, alongside Beat Dawkins, feels fresh and vibrant against the backdrop of Christmas chaos and high-stakes showbiz.

The novel excels in capturing the excitement of a high-energy holiday setting, with Bailey’s skillful world-building making the rock-and-roll scene feel as dynamic and colorful as the season itself. While the core elements of Bailey’s style—such as intense chemistry and emotional growth—are present, the Christmas theme adds a unique layer, enhancing the story's charm. This novel stands out as a festive, engaging entry in Bailey's repertoire, blending romance and holiday cheer with her usual flair.

A cute little Christmasy romp. It wasn't my favorite Tessa Bailey and I felt like the chemistry between Beat and Melody was lacking. The whole thing was too insta-love for me. But it was still entertaining to read.

I have loved every single book I’ve read by this author and this book was no different. If Tessa Bailey writes it I’m going to read it. Her books have just the right amount of spice and just the right amount of plot. I don’t normally like an insta-live but this one worked for me maybe it was the storyline of two kids of famous musicians. I love that the male main character is named Beat and the female main character is Melody.

From the names of the leading characters — Beat and Melody — to the cringe worthy interactions, I was bored and annoyed by this book. I gave it 1/3 of the novel before throwing in the towel.

This book is not a Christmas romance in case you’re wondering. It just so happens it takes place in December.

Too insta-feelings for us - unable to bond with the feelings in a meaningful way. Would prefer more depth and development.

"Wreck the Halls" by Tessa Bailey is a delightful holiday romance full of wit and charm. With engaging characters and a festive backdrop, this book is perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit. A fun and heartwarming read for the holidays.

I am the biggest Tessa Bailey ever and this book put me over! I loved the idea of starcross lovers because of ghost from their parents past! Tessa Bailey has a way of creating a world to escape to when the real one sucks. I would read her grocery list if she let me! These characters were so down to earth and relatable and lets be real, Tessa knows how to right spicy scenes without it feeling corny!

Love, love, love - Tessa Bailey fan for life over here! Very fun, cute romance - highly highly highly recommend.

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I lost my kindle and couldn't redownload it. Sorry!
I lost my kindle and couldn't redownload it. Sorry!
I lost my kindle and couldn't redownload it. Sorry!

Tessa Bailey definitely writes fun light entertaining stories and Wreck the Halls didn't disappoint. A few of her books were uneventful and I couldn't wait to finish, but this one has a little depth and a few funny moments. I would recommend picking this one up.

Thank you for your advance copy.

This definitely isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but I enjoyed it. Would I pick it up again? Probably not. The main characters name threw me off from the beginning and the story had so much potential.

I thought this was going to be a cute holiday read. It was a little slow to get through. Several times I didn’t want to even finish reading it. She meets Beat at 16 for a few minutes and pines over him for 14 years. The book didn’t seem realistic and dragged on.

Best selling modern romance author, Tessa Bailey, writes a charming holiday story. Two children born to the to raucous women of the rock duo, Steel Birds, join together to reunite their mothers for a once in a lifetime concert. Beat and Melody have only met briefly but as teenagers but felt drawn to one another as if it is fate. When they are approached by TV producers to get the band back together they agree for personal reasons.

Beat needs money because a secret from his mothers past demands payment for their silence and Melody wants to confront her mother about their relationship and to just be near Beat. When the two fall in love and the show Wreck the Halls becomes more about Beat and Melody falling in love than the band, the internet literally breaks. Their mothers come together to save their children from burden of the secret of the bands break up.

While the concert date and goal for the bands reunion is Christmas Eve the book really isn't about Christmas. It is all Beat and Melody and a love so true and fiery it can't be denied. Very steamy read and two thumbs up.

"Wreck the Halls" by Tessa Bailey follows Melody Gallard, daughter of music royalty, as she navigates the challenges of her quiet life and the unexpected opportunity to reunite her mother's band on live TV.

Despite her inclination to avoid the limelight and focus on restoring old books, Melody finds herself tempted by a producer's offer of a large sum of money to bring her mother's band back together. This decision leads her to reconnect with Beat Dawkins, the lead singer's son, with whom she shares a complicated history due to a legendary feud that tore the band apart.

As Melody and Beat embark on a mission to convince their mothers to perform one last show, they find themselves drawn to each other in ways they never expected. Amidst the chaos of dealing with rock star antics, filming crews, and the looming threat of a scandal, Melody begins to step out of her comfort zone with Beat by her side.

However, with Christmas Eve fast approaching and the specter of a decades-old scandal threatening to derail everything they've worked for, Melody and Beat must confront the challenges of their past and present if they hope to salvage the Steel Birds reunion and their newfound love.

Tessa Bailey books are always fun, but I felt like this book brought a new, edgy quality with the feud between ex rock band-mates and their children. It's a very star-crossed lovers story featuring a blackmail arc, amazing banter between the main characters, and some really dynamic side characters. It's a very wild ride that I greatly enjoyed even with the formula being somewhat different than Tessa normally goes with.