In the cozy confines of their office basement, four IT workers forge an unexpected and heartwarming friendship. When they discover that their colleague and supervisor, Maggie, will be spending Christmas alone, Leo, Jasper, and Frank devise a plan to ensure she experiences the joy of the season. They invite her to spend a few days with each of them and their families, creating a festive atmosphere filled with laughter and love.

However, just as they are about to embark on their holiday celebrations, Maggie receives the devastating news that she must make one of her cherished team members redundant in the new year. This heart-wrenching decision weighs heavily on her, especially as she grows closer to these remarkable men and learns about their lives and struggles.

This delightful holiday film captures the essence of family—chaotic yet beautiful—and the power of friendship. It showcases the unique ways people come together to celebrate, reminding us of the true spirit of Christmas. With its feel-good moments and emotional depth, it left me longing to remain in this enchanting world a little longer.

📚 We Three Kings by Kristen Bailey
🎧 Format: Audiobook
🎙️ Narrated by: Harrie Dobby
📕 Genre: Contemporary Romance
📖 Read: October 2024
✨ Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

“𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘴𝘯'𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯-𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘳𝘦 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘬𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩.”

‧₊˚✧ 𝑻𝑹𝑶𝑷𝑬𝑺 ✧˚₊‧
ꕥ Work Place Romance
ꕥ Slow Burn
ꕥ Holiday Romance
ꕥ Found Family

ADORABLE!!

When I first seen the cover, I wondered if this might be a "why choose" book and I immediately requested it! 😏 I love Kristen Bailey, so I was going to read it regardless, but what we got was so much more. I just adored it! 💕

This is a story of friendship, found family and falling in love! It was so damn cute. There was so much joy and love filtered throughout this book, I couldn't help but feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

Harrie Dobby did a fantastic job with the narration. She really brought the story to life.

This is the perfect festive read. It was funny, heartwarming and filled with amazing characters. I would definitely recommend reading this book this holiday season!

𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴: 𝘩𝘵𝘵𝘱𝘴://𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮/𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥.𝘢𝘯𝘥.𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨/

Thank you to NetGalley, Dreamscape Select, Storm Publishing and Kristen Bailey for giving me the opportunity to listen to this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

We Three Kings is a delightful holiday tale by Kristen Bailey. Maggie Field is the head of the small and quirky IT department at her company. Besides Maggie, the department includes shy Frank, posh Jasper, and north country Leo. Maggie has chosen not to accompany her parents on a Christmas cruise where she would be the only passenger under 50. Instead she begged off saying she was spending the holiday with a friend. When her three department members learn of this they make invitations of their own so she won’t be alone. Maggie will be attending Frank’s sister’s wedding with him, a few days at Jasper’s family’s country estate with him, and a trip to visit Leo’s family in the wilds of the north country.

Just before closing time the day before the company closes for the holiday the HR head calls Maggie to her office and informs her that after the first of the year there will be a downsizing and that Maggie must select one of her staff to be made redundant. As Maggie cares deeply for them all this puts a serious damper on her Christmas festivities.

This is such a good, heartwarming story. With well written characters and comic scenarios, the story is filled with love and told with care. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!

This is a perfect Christmas rom-com. Maggie, the supervisor of a very under-appreciated IT department, if faced with spending Christmas alone. When her 3 employees Leo, Jasper, and Frank realize this, they offer to have her split her holiday break up to spend it with each of them in turn. Just before she leaves for the break with the guys, HR informs her she must downsize the department by firing one of them after the holiday. As she spends time with each guy over the break, she learns more about their personal lives, making to harder to decide who must go.

This was a super fun read. The characters were delightfully quirky. You could really see how the IT department was like a little family. I laughed out loud many times, because Maggie found herself in so many funny situations during her holiday adventure. Even though I found the ending fairly predictable, I enjoyed it nonetheless, because it was well written. Harrie Dobby did an excellent job with the narration as well.

Kristen has a way of writing every ounce of emotion out of your soul. This is the third book of Kristen's I have read or listened to and I am now a massive fan! Her books are not spice heavy and this one is sort of closed door, but not actual closed door spice (if you get my drift??). And that is okay! This book really didn't need it! It definitely wasn't lacking in any way and spice may not have made the plot any better than the awesomeness it already is! The narrator, Harrie Dobby, is fabulous. Harrie narrated the previous book of Kristen's I listened to. I also loved the cameo by characters from 5 Gold Rings, another book of Kristens, it really made my day!

Big thanks to Netgalley, Dreamscape Select, Storm Publishing and Kristen Bailey for a copy of this book. This is my honest opinion

Don’t let the title fool you! It is NOT A why choose romance at all! This is a lovely cozy Holiday read about friendship and a slow discovery of love. The three Kings are 3 lovely lads who work with our FMC Maggie and the three become these wonderful friends to each other.

Listening to this audiobook is like drinking hot chocolate on a very cold day. It gives you warmth and comfort and the good positive vibes! The narrator, Harrie, she did a fantastic job showcasing each character’s emotions and personalities too! This was a lovely listen and I hope you go read or listen to it too!

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸…
🎄Work place romance
🎄Slow Burn
🎄Holiday romance
🎄Found Family
🎄Single POV
🎄Mild Spice

I received an advance listening copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Funny, sweet Christmas romance. Maggie is the leader of the IT team and Frank, Jasper and Leo are the three members of the team. When Maggie confess that she is going to spend Christmas alone they team to share their time and their families with her. While experiencing the weird dynamics, and trying to help them, Maggies needs to make a difficult work-related decision that can change their relationship. A great story about family, the one we have, and friendship, the family we choose. The audiobook with Harrie Dobby, makes an amazing story even better.

What a cute story! Maggie is head of the IT team at a financial firm. The three nerdy guys under Maggie: Frank, Jasper and Leo, realize that Maggie doesn’t have anywhere to go for the holidays. Each invite her to join them with their families for their celebrations. Before the celebrations, Maggie is told by her boss that one person on her team has to be let go. I absolutely loved the friendship between all four of them. The way they all cared and respected each other. Found Family, Fake Dating, Friends to Lovers, Workplace Romance are only some of the troupes touched on here. This is definitely Hallmark Christmas movie worthy!

This was a great little cozy holiday book. I loved the friendship and camaraderie between the main character and her colleagues. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a nice, easy read with holiday setting.

This book is such a delightful, heartwarming Christmas story filled with love, laughter, and the magic of found family! Maggie’s close-knit IT team is full of quirky, lovable characters, and their bond adds so much depth to the story. I loved how each of her teammates brings something unique to her life—whether it’s Frank's dedication, Jasper's sarcastic humor, or Leo's irresistible charm. Maggie’s difficult task of having to let one of them go brought a surprising depth to the plot, creating moments of real tension as she grapples with her decision.

Maggie’s journey through the holiday season was full of fun, with everything from pretending to be a fake girlfriend at a wedding to chasing an escaped donkey in the Lake District on Christmas Day! The friends-to-lovers romance between Maggie and Leo was sweet, natural, and kept me rooting for them, adding just the right touch of office-romance excitement.

Listening to the audiobook made this story even more enjoyable. The narrator perfectly captured each character’s personality, and her lively narration added warmth and humor to the experience, making the story’s festive spirit come alive.

This cozy, feel-good read is perfect for anyone looking for romance, laughs, and a little Christmas magic to get them in the holiday spirit! Highly recommended for everyone looking for some Christmas romance!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I absolutely loved We Three Kings! It was a charming and heartwarming holiday rom-com. I really enjoyed the camaraderie among the guys and their individual connections with Maggie. Maggie’s company is downsizing, leaving her with the difficult task of choosing one of the guys to let go. Since she would be alone for Christmas, each of the three men invites her to celebrate with their families. The family visits were great, allowing her to see a different side of each guy beyond their work personas. I highly recommend this book!

Special thanks to NetGalley, Kristen Bailey, and Dreamscape Select for advance access to the audiobook. The Audiobook was narrated by Harrie Dobby and did a fantastic job! This was the first book I’ve read/listened to by Kristen Bailey, and I’m excited to explore more of her work in the future!

Publication Date- October 14, 2024
#WeThreeKings #NetGalley

"We Three Kings" is a charming holiday read that captures the heartwarming spirit of friendship and self-discovery, reminiscent of Bridget Jones's Diary. Maggie, the quirky and lovable protagonist, finds herself in a tricky situation: she must make one of her three friends and teammates redundant. As the story unfolds, Maggie embarks on an unexpected adventure with each teammate, each journey brimming with humor, warmth, and a touch of holiday magic. These moments reveal the unique and endearing qualities of each character, making it impossible not to root for them all. Through Maggie’s dilemma, readers are taken on an emotional journey filled with laughter, compassion, and the hope that she'll find a way to keep her friends close without losing any of them. This is the perfect feel-good read for the holiday season!

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

What a good book! I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. I loved the main characters! They had great chemistry and worked so well together. I loved how the book just flowed. My first by this author but will not be my last!!!

"We Three Kings" is a heartwarming holiday tale that mixes laughter, friendship, and romance in just the right proportions. Maggie Field, the head of IT, is ready for a quiet Christmas until her three quirky colleagues—Frank, Jasper, and Leo—draw her into an unforgettable festive adventure. Kristen Bailey masterfully crafts Maggie’s dilemma of having to make one of her beloved team members redundant, setting the stage for both touching and hilarious moments.

Each stop on Maggie’s holiday journey—from playing a fake girlfriend to rescuing foxes—reveals the warmth and unique personalities of her team, especially Leo, who is not only charming but complicates her choice with undeniable chemistry. Harrie Dobby’s narration brings Maggie’s vulnerability, humor, and inner conflict to life, enhancing the cozy holiday feel of the story.

While the plot occasionally dips into predictable territory, it remains an enjoyable, lighthearted listen perfect for fans of romantic comedies and holiday stories. Maggie’s story is a lovely reminder of the importance of friendship and love.

Kristen Bailey really has the art of writing a 'feel good book'. There's always alittle humour and always compassion in whatever she writes and often you find yourself listening and thinking you've experienced something similar.
This audiobook was no exception, Maggie was going to make the right decision for her. I found myself giggling as I read the book.
The moral of this story is to show someone kindness, it costs nothing but it can mean alot!
Harriet Dobbie the narrator is one of my favourite narrators. She narrates alot of Bailey's books and suits the subjects. A good narrator/good content makes for a perfect match!
Kristen your books are laugh out loud hilarious and at times emotional, thank you for always writing!
Thank you to Netgalley and Dreamscape for an early listen of this audiobook!

Kristen Bailey's books never disappoint and though I was reading while the temperatures were warm, it made me want to snuggle in front of a Christmas Tree and watch snow fall.

The IT department is neglected. In the bottom most corner of the basement, leaky, cold and barely lit, the department holds 4 unlikely friends, one being their manager who insisted on at least proper lighting and a few heaters. She's the one that makes sure that they have their corner decorated and her employees treated to a holiday meal - even when they aren't invited to the black tie affair the rest of the office gets thrown for them.
Over the course of approximately 3 weeks, the three guys take Maggie under their wings as it comes to light that she will be on her own for Christmas, they invite her to accompany them to family weddings, weekends away, and Christmas day. They all get so much closer which is even more rattling when she's put in a tough place as their boss come the new year.

This book was laugh out loud hilarious, reach for the tissues touching, and squeal in excitement satisfying.

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#netgalley
#wethreekings

Unfortunately, I was not the target audience for this book. I really did not enjoy the dialogue between the characters, and while this is a perfect read for some, I DNF'd it.

This was amazingly penned down and the pace was well maintained throughout the whole book. The characters were given sufficient scope to contribute and shine throughout the whole book.

Kristen Bailey is the queen of Christmas rom-coms... or ones set during other times of year... or basically just the queen of rom-coms in general! I love love love her humour and the banter between her characters, and that for me is better than grand romantic gestures or spice of any level. Grand old British humour at it's finest!

Maggie is a thoroughly delightful character with a huge heart and a sweet tooth! She gets put into a terrible position by her bosses at work and has to choose one of her team to dismiss over the Christmas period. Her team are her family and this year due to her parents being on a cruise, the 3 lads had conspired between them for Maggie to be spending parts of Christmas with all of them.

The fun that follows includes being a fake girlfriend while setting up her 'boyfriend' with someone much better, putting awful family members in their place, rescuing baby foxes in a reindeer onesie and stealing wedding cake...and that's before the romance even gets started!

I really love the way that Maggie and Leo start, find each other, take selfies with donkeys and end up together too. I think I've found myself a new book boyfriend crush for sure! The community of families that surround the characters are joyous to read about and such a heartwarming part of the story. My favourite of course being Leo's family dynamics. The smile didn't leave my face.

I did see the way the job situation panned out quite early on although if I had my way with the ending, the Wiseman company could shove their Christmas tree where the sun don't shine and they would have all gotten better jobs for a company that deserved them. Really wanted to knock the smile off Jan's face.

Adore the narrator and the way she could put on the different accents so well. She really made the book come alive and her comic timing was brilliant.

A 5-star read! Thank you so much to Netgalley, Storm Publishing and the queen herself Kristen Bailey for a huge big smile on my face with this ARC. All opinions are my own.

Not since Catherine Walsh’s Holiday Romance has a holiday-themed romance so COMPLETELY charmed me, and that one’s the standard I judge most of these against. Kristen Bailey is new to me, but you can bet I’ll be searching her backlist immediately. I read this on my Kindle while listening to the audiobook, and narrator Harrie Dobby only elevated my experience with her lovely voice that nailed all the accents, genders and ages perfectly.

Maggie Field is the manager of the IT department at a large London corporation. Tucked away by the company in a geeked-out basement office away from the gleaming ones upstairs, she shares the space with her three co-workers and now closest friends Frank, Jasper and Leo. (view spoiler) Frank is your awkward never-been-kissed, heart-of-gold type with mommy issues, Jasper is posh, bitingly funny, blunt and only half out of the closet with his family, and Leo is the smart, kind, thoughtful scruffy one who seems to be saying and doing all the right things in Maggie’s eyes lately. Why didn’t she notice him this way before?

When HR informs her right before the holidays that they’re making staff cuts and she needs to choose one of her team to be made redundant, she’s faced with an impossible choice. How can she say goodbye to any of them? One thing’s for certain, she can’t possibly tell them about it right now. She’ll have a few days to figure it out, as the boys have devised a plan for her to spend a couple days with each of their families so she won’t be alone for Christmas.

From fake girlfriend/accidental bridesmaid snafus with Frank’s dysfunctional family, helping Jasper thwart his entitled half brother’s fox hunt, and learning all of Leo’s most embarrassing secrets from his tight-knit family, Maggie experiences a week she won’t forget while the clock ticks down to decision time. As she and Leo grow closer, will their time be up when it’s just gotten started?

As can be predicted with this genre, there is a third act conflict, but I consider it more of a hiccup. It’s low drama and pretty clean with flirty banter, a little sexual tension and a couple mildly spicy moments, but no truly open doors. Ironically, if I had to make any complaint at all about this book, I might’ve turned that thermostat up just a TINY bit more, but I’m very happy regardless. The pervasive feel good holiday vibes have me ready to break out the hot cocoa and jingle bells before I’ve even brought the pumpkins in!

If you want a charming, funny Christmas romance with a winning quartet of MCs and fabulous side characters, this may be just the right one for you. It’s as much a love story to close friends and family as it is about finding “the one”, and it’s an easy addition to my all-time holiday favorites list!