2 books. 768 pages. Steamy energy from start to finish. The Bellinger Sisters series by Tessa Bailey is the kind of contemporary romance commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way Tessa Bailey intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A steamy, fun Adult contemporary romance built around fish out of water, grumpy/sunshine, small town. 384 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A steamy, emotional Adult contemporary romance built around friends to lovers, small town, playboy reform. 384 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
It Happened One Summer is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the steamy energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for It Happened One Summer →Read the Bellinger Sisters series in publication order: 1. It Happened One Summer, 2. Hook, Line, and Sinker. This is the intended reading order by Tessa Bailey.
The Bellinger Sisters series has 2 books totaling 768 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Bellinger Sisters series averages 4/5 spice, with heat ranging from 4/5 to 4/5 across the series.
The Bellinger Sisters series is a contemporary romance series by Tessa Bailey with steamy, sweet, fun vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with It Happened One Summer — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for It Happened One Summer breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.