Broke and Beautiful
reading order.
2 books by Tessa Bailey.. Spice tracked per book. Here's the only order that works.
Quick verdict
Use this reading-order guide to start the series without guessing, then follow the related book and author paths if the world feels like a fit.
- Best starting clues: 180 pages, Spice 4/5.
- 3 book profile links help you compare before choosing.
- 8 related guide links keep the craving going.
Reader fit
180 pages | Series guide available
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Spice breakdown
- Spice 4/5
- Use this as a comfort-zone clue before you commit.
Pacing and commitment
- 180 pages
- shorter commitment
Series context
Reading order guide | verified series context
What you're getting into.
This series feels like catching up with people you actually know. The dialogue is sharp, the situations feel real, and the emotional beats land because nothing is exaggerated. Tessa Bailey's Broke and Beautiful spans 3 books and totals 540 profiled pages (roughly 9 hours of reading time). The spice level sits at 4/5 on the spice scale.
The series is complete with all 2 books published, so you can binge the whole thing without waiting. If you're looking for a series that rewards you for reading in order — where callbacks land, character arcs pay off, and the ending hits different because you were there from the beginning — this is worth clearing your schedule for.
Last updated April 2026
Start with Book 1. Always.
Start with Chase Me. It's Book 1 for a reason — the author built the world, the characters, and the tension in order. Skipping ahead means missing context that makes later books hit harder. Trust the process.
The 3 books, in verified profile order.
The heat, book by book.
How the spice level changes across the series.
Every book in one line.
- Chase Me - Spice 4/5 | 180 pages | Contemporary Romance.
- Need Me - Spice 4/5 | 180 pages | Contemporary Romance.
- Make Me - Spice 4/5 | 180 pages | Contemporary Romance.
Before you dive in.
Themes and content present in this series, based on book summaries and spice levels.
What you're signing up for.
Real talk: once you start, you won't want to stop. Plan accordingly.
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Quick answers.
Do I need to read Broke and Beautiful in order?
Yes. Broke and Beautiful is built to be read sequentially — characters develop across books, plot threads carry over, and later reveals depend on context from earlier installments. Starting out of order means missing the buildup that makes the payoff worth it. Start with Book 1: Chase Me.
How spicy is Broke and Beautiful?
The spice level in Broke and Beautiful ranges from 4/5 throughout. This series contains explicit romantic content — if that's not your thing, consider something with a lower heat level.
How long will it take to read Broke and Beautiful?
The full verified local series set is 540 pages across 3 books. At an average reading speed, that's roughly 9 hours of reading time, or about 19 hours on audiobook. It's a manageable commitment — you could finish it in a dedicated weekend or spread it across a couple of weeks.
Is Broke and Beautiful finished?
Yes — Broke and Beautiful is complete with all 2 books published. You can read the entire series without waiting for future releases.
What is Broke and Beautiful about?
Broke and Beautiful by Tessa Bailey is a 2-book series. A steamy, fun Adult contemporary romance built around roommates, broadway, slow burn. 180 pages with moderate to... The series builds on its foundation with each installment — characters deepen, stakes raise, and the story earns its payoff by the end.
Are there content warnings for Broke and Beautiful?
Yes — we've compiled content considerations for Broke and Beautiful in the content warnings section above. These are based on themes present in the book summaries and the spice level of the series.
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