This was a fun little story! I liked all the characters- every single one on them! I enjoyed Maggies interaction with the other characters.

A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

I am an avid Kristen Bailey fan & We Three Kings was one of my favorite works by her! The humor and workplace romance were so well written. Such a festive rom-om, this was definitely one of my favorite holiday/Christmas reads! I will definitely re-read this one at the holidays.


Thank you to NetGalley, the author, & the publisher for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

We Three Kings by Kristen Bailey

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Storm Publishing and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Maggie Field was looking forward to a solo Christmas in her cosy London flat – before her three workmates decided to liven things up for her.

Maggie loves her job as head of IT at a financial firm, and her three geeky but lovable work buddies. And when they invite her to stay with each of them for the holidays, she can’t resist the chance to get to know them better.

But then her boss tells her she has to make one of her beloved team redundant, and Maggie is distraught. Frank’s work is his world, Jasper’s sarcastic humour is everything, and Leo…well, he’s talented, professional, confusingly attractive, dependable, and funny… Maggie definitely doesn’t want to lose him.

With her career and her heart on the line, Maggie sets off on the Christmas adventure of a lifetime, from playing fake girlfriend at a lavish wedding, to rescuing baby foxes on a posh country estate, to chasing a very confused donkey on Christmas Day in the Lake District. She can’t ignore the sparks between her and Leo – but she also can’t avoid her dilemma.

Can she find a way to keep her work family together, and maybe even find true love under the mistletoe?

My Opinion

We Three Kings was a lovely, festive read. When Maggie’s team find out that she will be spending Christmas on her own, they all invite her to join in their celebrations – she also has to make a decision that will potentially break up the work family. A charming and funny romance with some great characters.

Rating 4/5

We Three Kings
Kristen Bailey
Read and Reviewed: December 2024

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First off, Thanks so much to Netgalley and the author Kristen Bailey for the chance to read this book prior to it's publication in exchange for my honest review.

I have read everything Kristen Bailey has written and have never once been left disappointed. She writes such lovable storylines with wonderful characters that always have me laughing out loud and this one was no different.

We Three Kings is the perfect Christmas Read. Grab a blanket and hot cup of something and curl up guys!

This one is perfect for anyone looking for a cosy romantic comedy that will defo get you into the festive Spirit.

Maggie is the head of the IT department for a financial services company. Her 3 co-workers ~ Frank, Leo and Jasper are what make every day at work fun though and although Maggie loves her job, it is the close friendship she has with her co workers that stand out. The 4 of them have such a lovely friendship which is evident from the very start.

When Frank, Leo and Jasper learn that Maggie is going to be alone over the Christmas Holidays each of them invite her to join them for a few days at a time at their respective family Christmas's.

The Story continues on from there and it was just such a sweet, fun book guys!

I loved the 4 main characters and all their unique personalities. It added so much to the story and Kristen masterfully weaves together themes of friendship and love in such a warm and light hearted way.

There was so much joy in it guys.
A brilliant festive feel good read and I defo recommend it.

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A chaotic and comedic Christmas treat. Kristen Bailey brings her signature humour to this dysfunctional family tale, packed with festive mishaps and sharp banter. Light-hearted but with real heart underneath, it’s the kind of story that’ll make you laugh out loud and maybe even tear up a little.

It took me a minute to get into this book but push through it! It's so good and you'll love how it turns out.

Take my favourite city (London) , my favourite holiday (Christmas) , one of my favourite tropes (found family) , then combine them and you will understand why I loved ‘We Three Kings’ so much!

The plot is simple: Maggie is the head of the IT department of a company in London and is spending Christmas alone. And that is precisely why Leo, Jasper and Frank (her colleagues and friends) propose to her to spend a piece of the Christmas holiday with each of them. So Maggie ends up pretending to be Frank’s fiancée at a wedding, attending a big event at Jasper’s big mansion and slowly starting to fall in love with Leo with whom she will spend Christmas in the Lakes with his family.

What I perhaps liked most about this book was the author’s way of making the chemistry and friendship between the four main characters completely genuine and making even complicated dynamics seem simple. From the very first page, in fact, @kristenbaileywrites managed to describe each character perfectly with their strengths, flaws, strengths and weaknesses making them real people where it’s easy to find yourself in Frank’s awkwardness, Frank’s no-nonsense (except when he’s with his family), Leo’s good-guy, caring vibes and the way Maggie considers them her family and would go to the ends of the earth for each of them.

The love story between Maggie and Leo also developed simply and naturally, step by step, talk by talk, without drama and with small gestures.

✨ We Three Kings the set of moments that make you move, smile, warm your heart, rich in friendship and family that made me think: ‘that’s why I love Christmas! So all that remains for me to do is to thank the author for taking me on the book tour and to recommend that you read this book!

If you're looking for a book that’s equal parts hilarious and heartwarming, this one is a must-read for the holiday season!

Cute romantic book. It took me a little bit of time to fully embrace the book. Unfortunately it just felt a bit too on the nose for me. It was still an enjoyable read and Im glad I got to experience it.

Kristen Bailey, you did it again!!! Another festive rom-com that had me laughing, crying, and making my heart flutter. While I normally like more spice in these sorts of cozy romances, the character development between two in particular (cough cough no spoilers) was SO good that I didn’t even notice the lack there of.

The banter between Maggie and her ‘three kings’ Frank, Jasper, & Leo was perfectly written. I loved each of these characters equally because they pulled on my heartstrings, and even though I read this in January, it gave me all the festive holiday feelings. When I say warm and fuzzy, I mean warm and fuzzy.

Maggie has to make a tough decision to axe one of the boys, and with the way Bailey has written this one, you will seriously be rooting for them all. I can’t wait to reread this again next holiday season!

<Thank you Kristen Bailey and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. I was thrilled to review another one of your novels!

This is my first Kristen Bailey book and I was delighted to find it. 'We Three Kings' is a deeply layered story of friendship, difficult choices and love. I enjoyed the depth of the characters and the kindness Maggie as she navigates through fun challenges in the book. I highly recommend it for a wonderful holiday read!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

I have to admit: when I first started reading We Three Kings, I was very concerned that this might be a reverse harem situation. Why else would 3 different men be mentioned in the blurb?! I put off reading this book because I don't want to read a book like that. But...I kept seeing ads for the book on social media and/or in my emails. So I finally decided to give this book a go.

And I'm so very glad I did!! I still can't believe that he waits FOUR YEARS to make a move with her!! Crazy!! Maggie is so sweet. Everyone who meets her falls madly in [platonic] love with her. Her time with each guy is fun and wonderful! I love the foxes!! And Maggie's reindeer onesie!! Such a fantastic book!!!

Thank you to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed this book and read it in one sitting. I loved the story line and the characters. I would definitely recommend this book.

I sold this book like four times over the holiday because it was so cozy and so much fun, and a PERFECT holiday read for RH lovers. It was exactly as advertised and I had a great time.

Super charming and fun story, perfect for Christmas time. I loved the romance elements so much, the banter was GREAT! Overall highly recommend :)

Another cute story by Kristen Bailey. This one isn't just a romance - - it's very much a story of friendship as well.

The main character, Maggie not only loves her job, she loves her work family. So, when she's told she has to choose one to let go, she agonizes over it. How can she pick any of them? They each are special in their own way. Along the way to learning more about each of her co-workers, Maggie also learns more about herself and might even find romance....but you'll have to read it to see what happens.

I've read several books by this author and find that they all leave me with a smile on my face. This one did take me a bit to settle into but once I did, I can say I really enjoyed it.

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: The audio was also enjoyable. I found the narration added to the story and made it even more fun for me to listen to. 4 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley for early copies of both the ebook and audiobook.

Alright, buckle up, because Maggie Field’s Christmas plans are about to get wild—and not in the way she ever expected. She’s just trying to chill solo for the holidays when her three very different colleagues—Frank, Jasper, and Leo—decide that Maggie is their Christmas MVP. Instead of the quiet Christmas she envisioned, she’s thrown into a series of wacky adventures, including pretending to be Leo’s girlfriend at a wedding and rescuing foxes in a fancy country estate (because who wouldn’t want that?). The holiday chaos turns spicy when it’s clear that Leo, the charmingly complicated guy from work, might be more than just a colleague.

If you’re into workplace romance with a side of quirky characters and Christmas cheer, "We Three Kings" is a solid pick. Maggie’s emotional journey is as fun as it is relatable, navigating her way through a love triangle (sort of?) and finding her own holiday magic in the process. The book has the perfect blend of lighthearted fun, romantic tension, and festive shenanigans. You’ll love the awkwardness, the chemistry, and the sense of comfort and joy that Bailey’s characters bring to the table.

I’m giving "We Three Kings" a solid 4 out of 5 stars! It’s the perfect holiday read for anyone looking for a balance of romance, humor, and just the right amount of chaos. Not every Christmas story needs to be picture-perfect, and this one shows us that with the right company, even the most unpredictable holiday can turn out to be magical.

* I want to start by thanking the author and publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. I liked it!

A charming, funny Christmas romance with great flirty banter. I loved both the main characters & all the side characters in this one. Reminded me of a cute hallmark movie. Enjoyable altogether.