4.5 stars

This was such a fun slow(ish) burn tennis romance. Dylan and Oliver were such a fun pair and I loved their friendship. Dylan really just needed someone to believe in her and not give up on her and Oliver was the perfect person. His unwavering support and pride in her was so sweet and I loved how much he cared about Dylan.
There was so much pining and tension and forbidden romance in this book and it was so fun watching them try to keep their hands off each other. The spice was so good but honestly I liked their chemistry out of the bedroom even more. They were so in sync and I felt like they really just got each other.
The tennis aspect of this book is a very significant plot point. There’s a lot of technical aspects and play through of the matches. Not in an overwhelming or hard to understand way, just in a way where this is solidly a sports romance, not a romance where a character happens to play a sport.
I had such a great time with this book, especially getting to see Scottie and Nico again and I highly recommend it!
Read it you like:
-Black cat x golden retriever
-forced proximity (they’re roommates!)
-sports romance
-coach x player
-forbidden romance

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for the ARC!

4 stars! 🌟 Huge thanks to Avon, Harper Voyager & NetGalley for the ARC. 💌

FRIENDS-TO-LOVERS WITH TENNIS?? SIGN ME UP. 🎾🔥

This book had me HOOKED from page one. Dylan Bailey is DONE with tennis—she’s tired of losing, tired of feeling like a failure. Enter Oliver Anderson, her ridiculously charming, slightly infuriating, and insanely supportive bestie, who throws down a bet she can’t refuse. He’ll coach her, she’ll give the sport one last shot, and if she loses? She walks away with his freaking US Open trophy. If she wins? Well… let’s just say the stakes get a lot higher than just tennis. 👀

THE TENSION?? THE SLOW BURN?? THE ANGST?? Meg Jones did NOT come to play with this one. The chemistry between Dylan and Oliver is chef’s kiss—that perfect mix of bestie banter, deep emotional connection, and UNDENIABLE attraction. Oliver is such a green flag but with just enough spice to make things interesting (the “brat” nickname? I had thoughts but ultimately, I forgave him bc… well, you’ll see 😏).

Dylan’s journey?? SO satisfying. She’s prickly, stubborn, and her own worst enemy, but watching her rediscover her love for the game and fall for Oliver in the process?? PERFECTION. And let’s not forget the Australian Open setting—I FELT like I was courtside, sweating through every rally.

I will say, some of the tennis terminology was a bit off in the first half, which might bug hardcore fans. Also, compared to Clean Point, this one felt a little less intense in terms of emotional depth. But honestly?? Still SO worth the read. If you love sports romances, besties-to-lovers, and a couple that actually communicates instead of running away from feelings, Game Point is a WINNER. 🏆

Final verdict:
🔥 Tension-filled slow burn
🎾 Sports + romance balanced perfectly
💖 Bestie banter that turns into something more
🛑 No annoying miscommunication or third-act breakup

READ THIS IF YOU LOVE:
🎾 Friends-to-Lovers
🔥 Slow Burn
🎾 Sports Romance
🔥 Bet for Love
🎾 Emotional Growth
🔥 Bestie Banter

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars!)
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️ (a lil something-something but not too much)

I am such a sucker for sports romances where both characters are athletes, and this one was phenomenal. Game Point puts you in the mind of a top-ranked professional tennis player and the sheer physical and mental toll that it takes on your body. This book was extremely captivating and rewarding, and yes, the romance was adorable.

Oliver and Dylan are both successful pro tennis players, though Dylan has a notorious reputation for choking when it matters most (and as a bit of a diva). The book focuses mainly on Dylan's career, as Oliver decides to take a step back and coach her. After the two of them become fast friends, he even moves from Britain to Australia, Dylan's home base, to "coach" her. Though that's definitely not the only reason...

The two of them were such a good pair, and the friends-to-lovers here was so well done.
I loved that there was no dramatic third-act breakup or miscommunication trope-- instead, the end focuses on Dylan as she navigates the Australian Open. The author does an excellent job of building up tension and anticipation; the stakes were so high and I was so stressed that I felt like I was the one playing the match.

I just adored that the book focused on Oliver and Dylan's relationship, but gave equal (if not more) weight to Dylan's mental health struggles and battles as a top tennis player! I cannot recommend this book enough.

Thank you so much to Avon, Harper Voyager and NetGalley for this ARC!

This book wasn’t bad at all, but I know literally nothing about tennis and to me it just kinda wasn’t all that interesting.
So for the review, I’m going to focus on the romantic relationship instead of the plot because like I said, don’t care about tennis and this book was a lot of tennis information and references- so if you actuallyknow or love tennis dive in head first you’re gonna enjoy this book.

AnyWho, the romance -
I think I spent the first few chapters trying to figure out if this was going to end up being a why choose or a love triangle. I genuinely couldn’t figure out what was going on.
My main vibe throughout the entire book was the FMC really liked the MMC but he just wasn’t that into it.
Even by the end of the book, I still felt like the romance was flat and he just kind of settled because she was there.

So for me this book was good and had promising parts however it really didnt pick up for me until about half way through the book. Not everyone will hold on that long to get to the good part unfortunately. I did enjoy the MC and FMC and felt that they were a good match. While I dont know much about tennis I was able to enjoy it through the authors eyes without being confused which was nice!



Thank you for the ARC!

This was a fantastic friends to lovers book between a "black cat" FMC and sweet yet spicy MMC.

I read Clean Point prior to this and really loved it so I had high hopes. Dylan wasn't my favorite character in the last book, but she had such a good redemption arc. I'm a sucker for a flawed, stand-offish and prickly FMC that slowly opens up and gets vulnerable.

The tension and slowburn dynamic while they were trying to balance their coaching/friendship and obvious attraction to eachother was just right. This book has the perfect mix of chemistry, banter, and personal growth.

I think the Game Point really kicks into gear about 65% into the book and that's a very long time for readers to hang on to really feel invested in the characters in the story. It's also indicative that this story doesn't need to be this long. It felt bloated and flat with not a lot wasn't happening. But I will give credit to tennis world that Meg has created that's fun and embraces the energy in the movie Challengers.

Thank you so much Avon Books for the digital arc!

*Game Point* by Meg Jones is a fun, sports romance about Dylan, an Aussie tennis star on the brink of retirement, and Oliver, a British player who convinces her to keep going. The chemistry between them is off the charts, and the tennis world adds some serious drama and intensity to their romance.

It’s the perfect mix of competition, personal growth, and steamy moments. If you’re into sports romance with some heart and heat, you’ll definitely want to check this one out!

This was cute , simple and not that much going on, but cute. it does need some work and maybe some chapters need to be looked at. The characters do need a little more development and some work to make them a little more likable.

I was so excited for more after the Dylan redemption arc and it did NOT disappoint. She is prickly and angry and has an alarmingly short fuse and I LOVE her. And I love how Oliver accepts her for who she is instead of trying to make her into someone softer or more palatable.

Their friendship is so genuine and hilarious, and feels so natural as they navigate the new ways they’re approaching their careers. And all the Scottie and Nico appearances? Double love (that’s not an intentional tennis pun but if it works…)

Dylan needed someone she could be vulnerable with consistently, so that she can let her perpetual guard down without fear of disappointment. And Oliver needed someone who met him where he was and let him be vulnerable, too.

They just needed to be able to be soft sometimes, and they found that in each other before they even realized they felt more than friendship. But they also found someone willing to match their energy regardless - to push them, to hold them steady, to get midnight zoomies together. And to overcome the fear of failure to understand what they’re each capable of, together and individually.

Meg Jones has quickly become a favorite author of mine. I love this series focused on tennis and the amazing athletes at the top of their games. This had spice and special characters. I really liked it and look forward to more. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Meg Jones has delivered yet another standout hit with Game Point! This friends-to-lovers romance set in the high-stakes world of professional tennis had me absolutely captivated from the very first page.

Dylan Bailey’s struggles with her career and self-doubt felt so authentic and relatable, making her journey deeply engaging. And Oliver Anderson? Wow, he’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy! The evolution of their friendship into something more was filled with so much tension, stolen moments, and just the right amount of angst. The bet they make? Brilliant. The coaching dynamic? Electric. The slow burn? Perfection at its finest.

What stood out most to me was how the book perfectly balanced the intense world of professional sports with the deeply emotional and personal aspects of their relationship. The chemistry between Dylan and Oliver was off the charts, but their friendship and mutual respect for each other added a layer of depth that made it even more satisfying. And the setting? Jones truly brought the Australian Open to life, making me feel like I was right there on the court, experiencing every serve and volley. I’ll admit, I’m not a big tennis fan, but this book has definitely piqued my interest in the sport!

If you’re a fan of sports romance with high tension, sizzling chemistry, and a couple you can’t help but root for, Game Point is an absolute must-read.

A big thank you to NetGalley, Meg Jones, and Avon for providing the eARC of this book!

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!