Wreck the Halls

Tessa Bailey, a bestselling author recognized by the New York Times, presents a delightful and enticing romantic comedy perfect for the holiday season. This standalone novel centers around the adult children of two ex-rock stars who join forces to persuade their estranged mothers to perform at a Christmas Eve concert.Melody Gallard, despite being born into music royalty, leads a life far removed from glamour. She dedicates her time to restoring old books and consciously avoids the public eye, still embarrassed by an awkward tabloid photo from her past. But when a producer offers her a hefty sum to reunite her mother's band for a live television event, Mel begins contemplating whether it's time to disrupt her serene life and revisit the past—including reconnecting with the one person capable of managing the rock and roll divas.Enter Beat Dawkins, the charismatic son of the lead singer, who is everything Mel is not; adored by the camera and blessed with undeniable charm, his life is free of cult-like rumors swirling around his mother. They might have been the best of friends, if not for the notorious fallout that disbanded their mothers' group. Meeting as teens sparked an interest between them, a feeling that has now matured into a fiery attraction as they embark on a wild undertaking to get their mothers to agree to one last performance.Throughout their comedic adventure filled with rock star antics, a persistent film crew, fighting Santas, and crowds of devoted fans, Mel finds herself stepping beyond her usual boundaries. With Beat encouraging her, she feels truly seen for the first time. However, as Christmas Eve nears, an old scandal threatens to undo everything—the reunion of the Steel Birds, their relationships with their mothers, and the burgeoning romance between Mel and Beat.