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One of the best rom com writers around - Bailey was once likened to Mhairi MacFarlane and I can’t think of a bigger compliment than that.

Wonderful characters that you wish you could bring to life off the page and fantastic comedy - there’s little more that you could ask for. Highly recommended as usual.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

I'm hooked on Kristen Bailey's writing after reading this delightful holiday romance!
Maggie, a dedicated IT manager, finds herself surrounded by a supportive "work family" - three charming colleagues who refuse to let her spend Christmas alone while her parents are away. Instead, they concoct a festive plan, each inviting her to join them for various holiday events.
This heartwarming office romance expertly weaves together Maggie's deepening connections with each of her colleagues, making it impossible to put down. As the holiday season unfolds, Maggie faces a difficult choice, keeping me turning pages until the very end.
A perfect holiday read, this clean and uplifting romance is filled with genuine moments that will leave you feeling cozy. Don't miss out on this charming tale when it releases - it's sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Themes :
Found Family
Workplace Romance
Friends to Lovers
Colleagues to Lovers
Christmas

Disclaimer: This is an honest ARC review. Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for an ARC.

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This was such a fun, thoughtful holiday read.

Maggie is the head of an IT department and enjoys working with her three co-workers. When they find out she's spending the holiday alone, they scheme together and decide she's going to spend it all with them. She heads off to a wedding with one, a posh country estate with another and a hometown visit with the third. Along the way, she learns all about them and their families and what the holidays mean to them. It's a fun story, but deep character interactions. I really enjoyed this one!

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

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A cozy Christmas read, with realistic characters, humour and although it’s fairly predictable, I enjoyed the story line. I like that it shows that men and women can just be friends, that your work family is just as valid as your real one and that you should always be yourself. One for your Christmas stocking.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this book.

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Kristen has become one of my favorite Christmas authors. I really enjoyed We Three Kings and Maggie was such a sweet and funny FMC. I found myself wanting to be part of the quirky IT group. Kristen does a wonderful job of bringing a complex story with mini adventures to page.

I will continue to look out for her books, recommend this one and sing its praises.

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“We Three Kings" by Kristen Bailey is an adorable Christmas romcom that radiates cozy holiday spirit. The characters are genuinely likable, and their interactions, particularly the playful banter, add to the charm. This quick and delightful read has left me eager for the festive season. I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys lighthearted, feel-good stories. While the plot may be predictable, it remains an enjoyable experience.

Many thanks to Kristen Bailey, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for the eARC of "We Three Kings." The book will be available for purchase on October 14th, 2024.

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A nice, steady (albeit sometimes paced a little too slowly) rom com with a few literal LOLs thrown in. I will definitely be recommending We Three Kings as a reliable, cozy, contemporary romance for the holidays — I envisioned the entire story as a movie that played out in my mind,
between all the England locales that make the Christmas season feel even more nostalgic and majestic. Bridget Jones vibes in the best way.

*Possible spoiler*

I’m not sure if it’s a European vs US thing but Maggie’s fraternizing relationship with her subordinates was totally unrealistic based on my corporate experience in the states. And, not in a cute way but in a frowned upon, loose, annoying way. And, as much as I enjoyed how each played out, I didn’t love the personality of any of the three men. As a matter of fact, Leo felt whiny and undeserving of how the story ultimately played out.

Beyond my distaste for the characters’ flaws, I did genuinely enjoy the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity to review an ARC of this novel!

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We Three Kings was a super cute Christmas romcom. It had all the warm Christmas vibes and truly likeable characters. The plot was predictable, but it was still a fun read.
Thank you NetGalley for providing me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This was so magical and fun! The perfect holiday read that wasn't too schmultzy...if you read holiday books you know what I mean.!'
This was well written, engaging, fun and overall a great read!

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I loved it! It was such a cozy read that it made me excited for the holiday season. I love the characters and their relationships, especially the banter. I would recommend it to everyone who likes lighthearted, wholesome stories.

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This was a quick holiday read, I did find myself laughing out a few times. While I didn't find this book amazing, I enjoyed it enough. And Leo was my absolute favorite.

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to be able to read this book. All thoughts are my own.

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♥︎♥︎ 𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 ♥︎♥︎

𝗪𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦
𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘆
𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴
October 14, 2024


This is such a heartwarming and entertaining story of co-workers /friendships during the holiday season. It has a great cast of main characters, who were just adorable and showcased well.

I loved how Maggie had such a big heart and was so supportive and caring of her team, and they cared for her as well. The Three Kings - Jasper, Leo, and Frank - are all a bit nerdy but the sweetest guys who each have their own distinctive personalities that will have you falling in love with them.

The book is fast-paced and easy to read with some great laugh out loud moments. It's about friendship and loyalty and the things you will do for the people you love.

You will find :

♥︎ Found family
♥︎ workplace romance
♥︎ friends to lovers
♥︎ donkey
♥︎slow burn
♥︎ he falls first

It's the perfect city read to put in a festive mood

Thanks to Netgally and Storm Publishing for the early copy. My review was voluntary.

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A charming Christmas rom-com that blends humor, heart, and holiday chaos, We Three Kings follows Maggie as she navigates love and workplace dilemmas, leaving you both laughing and cheering for her festive adventure.

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'We three kings' brought a festive Christmas mood to my dark and rainy October.
Filled with wholesome moments, sweet characters and funny bits, it sure did make me feel very cozy and warm.

Maggie is a great main character and her three kings were the sweetest!! Loved each one of them!
The way they supported each other was just so nice to see. This book showed how little it takes to be nice to other people and how hard it can be to make decisions when you love someone.

Would've easily given this book 4 stars, but it was very predictable (at least for me). So I'm giving it 3.5 stars. Overall, this is a truly amazing and very cute Christmas book I would definitely recommend to my friends.

Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for this ARC.

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This is a really cute one! It is a "Hallmark Christmas" story. This is a nice, light read for the Christmas season.

Thank you to Net Galley for the arc!

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So excited to read another Kristen Bailey book. Loved following Maggie along during her Christmas adventures, and getting to know each of her three employees a little better (and one even BETTER, wink wink). I loved exploring each character's family and traditions, sharing the things that we sometimes keep private at work. I loved Maggie's supportive parents, and her constant optimism to create a positive work environment and to do little things that have a big impact on those around you. Great read!

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This is a perfect festive read! It's funny, heartwarming and a pleasure to read. I loved all the characters, they all felt real and you were genuinely rooting for them all throughout the book. I loved that Maggie spent time with Frank, Jasper and Leo one-on-one as it really showed their different characters and a little bit of each of their backstory. Each part of Maggie's Christmas adventure was really fun to read and I loved how her relationship with each of the boys developed. The romance was sweet and although it was clear from the start that they would get together, it was lovely to see their journey together. I will definitely be reading more of Kristen Bailey's books and would recommend this to anyone who likes a fun, festive romance.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this eArc in exchange for an honest review.

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Christmas time is the only time I will read romantic comedies. my only gripe is I read it too soon before Christmas

What a great read

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This is possibly my favourite Christmas romance book so far. I adored the banter and the friends turned family. I love how easy it is to read, each chapter gives you that "just one more chapter" feeling. Definitely an easy 5 star for me.

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Some books instantly make you feel at home, and this one made me feel like I was snuggled by the fireplace, hot chocolate in hand and wrapped in a ( Christmas ) blanket. Kristen Bailey filled this book with humor and kindness and romance and fun!

Maggie and her co-workers Jasper, Leo and Frank are the work friends you dream of, as they idle their days away down in the IT Department. Their four personalities, all different and unique, end up meshing in that brilliant way that only forced friends can be, in that you suddenly don't know how these people could ever not be in your life. Which is a dilemma for Maggie as she is forced to choose one of her friends to let go by the New Year. When they hear that Maggie will be all alone for Christmas, they bandy together to ensure that she gets that same Christmas experience, by spending her time across the three friends festive celebrations. What follows is laugh out loud moments, true signs of friendship, genuine romantic sparks ( hello!) and a decision that Maggie has to make.

This was my first Kristen Bailey book but it won't be my last, as her writing and humor had me hooked from the word go, a truly lovely read that I inhaled in one sitting. The perfect festive read to get you ready for holiday hijinks!

Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for an early arc in exchange for an honest review.

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