3 books. 1,072 pages. Steamy energy from start to finish. The Hot & Hammered 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 fake relationship, brothers best friend, sports. 384 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A steamy, emotional Adult contemporary romance built around marriage in crisis, couples therapy, renovation. 336 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A steamy, witty Adult contemporary romance built around enemies to lovers, renovation, fake dating. 352 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
Fix Her Up 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 Fix Her Up →Read the Hot & Hammered series in publication order: 1. Fix Her Up, 2. Love Her or Lose Her, 3. Tools of Engagement. This is the intended reading order by Tessa Bailey.
The Hot & Hammered series has 3 books totaling 1,072 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Hot & Hammered series averages 4/5 spice, with heat ranging from 4/5 to 4/5 across the series.
The Hot & Hammered series is a contemporary romance series by Tessa Bailey with steamy, fun, sweet vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with Fix Her Up — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for Fix Her Up breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.