Description:
Adopted into a loving family with natural born children, Charlotte has always felt the pressure to measure up, keep good grades, be the perfect daughter. When it all got to be too much Charlie let her daredevil side out, like speed driving at her friend's racetrack, or chatting on an anonymous dating app to a single profile that included 2 hot men

Hockey players Beckett & Will had become fast friends & learned they sometimes liked to share their women in the bedroom. Nothing sexual between the two of them, they just liked sharing the same girl at the same time, no feelings, no strings attached. When they come across Charlie's profile on a dating app they're more than a little intrigued & start lusting hard. They're respectful, they'd never push a girl's boundaries unless she wanted them pushed, but realizing Charlie was sorority-girl-next-door Charlotte Kingston was def testing them

When Charlie discovers who her anonymous boys are she teeters between being hot for them & freaking out at the prospect of doing something so outside of the box she put herself in. The more time she spends with them though, the more she finds she has feelings...for both of them. All 3 of them have decisions to make for their futures but how do u factor in this thing that's looking a lot more like love than just hooking up? 

Review:
I'm always impressed with Elle's ability to create such nuanced well rounded characters and she did such a great job giving each Charlie, Will & Beckett their own individual attention. She was able to layer each of their personalities, including traumas each has endured, making them who they were & contributing to their current struggles. I thought she did a great job turning up the heat without making it something "dirty" or classless. It was very easy to understand how Charlie could have feelings for both guys as individuals as well as for what they had as a group. The way that they were stand up guys and the ways that they were there for her *major swoon.* The author did a good job at showing how it could be a reality, though I couldn't help but question the sustainability of such a prospect and slightly scoff at the possibility of such an easy acceptance from outsiders

Waking up to receive an email to this ARC was not on my 2025 bingo card.

I am so beyond thankful to Elle and her team for allowing me the privilege to read this early!

I have only ever read one why choose book and it was incredible and this why choose didn’t disappoint. Elle was not shy when she was writing this book and holy crap did it exceed my expectations.

Will Larsen and Beckett Dunne have catapulted their way onto my god tier book boyfriends list. They are confident, sexy, and amazing.

The thing I love about Elles writing is that she puts such real life scenarios into the story that drag you and tug at your heart.

Charlie was such a believable FMC, she was unsure, and took the weight of the world’s views on her shoulder and I think we all tend to do that. She cares about what people think because she doesn’t want to hurt anyone around her and that’s admirable.

This as such a good conclusion to the campus diaries trilogy, and I look forward to reading more set on the Briar U universe. I really need a Blake and Wyatt book. Think about it, what a full circle comment for Logan and Garretts kids to fall in love. I would die.

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

Tropes:
❤️‍🔥 women in STEM
❤️‍🔥 hockey boys
❤️‍🔥 why choose
❤️‍🔥 triple POV
❤️‍🔥 sugar puff

Elle continues to bring the heat in The Charlie Method and I am head-over-heels for her characters and dirty talk.

5 million stars!!! ♾️⭐️

This book completely exceeded my expectations (which were already VERY high to begin with!)

If you are looking for a hockey romance/college romance that has depth and incredible character development, then look no further!

The Charlie Method follows perfectionist/overachiever Charlie who is the perfect student, sorority girl, daughter, and friend by day but has a secret risk-taking side to her. She finds herself on a dating app talking to two guys sharing one profile. They turn out to be students at her school and she falls for both of them despite being concerned about what everyone will think.

I fell in love with Charlie and her story despite her being a new character in the series. She had big shoes to fill because I LOVE Will and Beckett so I needed her to be as phenomenal of a character as she turned out to be. Her character had so much depth and I loved the side plot of her looking into her biological family (she was adopted).

There are POVs from all three of our main characters and it truly made this 500+ page book read like it was half that length. I was rooting for this relationship all the way to the end and I absolutely love how it was wrapped up. This is one of my new all time favorite books of Elle’s which is not something I say lightly as an avid fan of hers!

This book comes out February 25th and is an absolute must read in my opinion! 💗🏒📚

GUYS! HOLY MOLY!!!!! This book is EVERYTHING!

Charlie, Will and Beckett have my freaking heart. I was so so excited for their story from the teasers we got and I absolutely loved this one.

What starts off as an unconventional relationship, quickly turns into something none of them want to end. We get the Briar hockey we’ve come to love, but get to see a new side of Briar with Charlie and the STEM program!

I loved how Charlie isn’t afraid to go after what she wants, but she’s still got those fears on the inside even though she knows what she wants to do. Will and Beckett support her so well and the 3 of them just fit together perfectly🥹

I adored them and I’m so so excited for you all to read this!!!

❤️Review❤️

The Charlie Method
Elle Kennedy

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶🌶🌶/5

🏒 MFM Romance
🏒 Hockey Romance
🏒 Sorority Girl with Secrets
🏒 Super Spicy DMs

I received a paperback ARC of The Charlie Method by Elle Kennedy from @getredprbooks & @ellekennedy33 in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so very much for my gifted copy!🫶

This book was so much fun to read! I thoroughly enjoyed being able to see Will and Beckett's story come to life. Charlie was the perfect girl for them both!
I've been super anxious to see what would happen with these men since reading The Graham Effect. I was far from disappointed!
I really enjoyed that all three of the main characters were extremely different from eachother.
I felt super drawn to Charlotte from the get go. She's a super relatable character with her need to please everyone around her. Beckett and Will mesh so well together, they were bound to end up with the same HEA.
The spice in The Charlie Method was so good I was struggling to keep a straight face in public! With this being a MFM romance, you know it was packed to the brim with spice.
I honestly can't wait to see what Elle Kennedy writes next!

“My wild and fearless side is your favorite thing about me..”

Book: The Charlie Method (Campus Diaries, Book 3)
Author: Elle Kennedy
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Beckett Dunn and Will Larsen couldn’t be more different and similar at the same time. Beckett being the playful, outgoing and rowdy friend, while Will is quiet, mysterious and sweet. But these two don’t just share a spot on the roster of Briar U’s Hockey Team, or their intense opinions and interest for time traveling; they also share women. Although, sharing women isn’t as easy as it sounds, it's messy; which leads these two to seeking out a partner on dating apps. Their most recent match has piqued their interest and she seems into the idea of sharing, yet when identities are revealed and the uptight Charlotte Kingston is their secret admirer the boys are even more intrigued. But can Charlotte move past the conventional and formal expectations set for her by others and finally do something that makes her happy?

I will be honest, a MFM romance wasn’t on by TBR but everything Elle Kennedy is, so I thought I would dip my toes in on this one. We more like we jumped headfirst into a “why choose” and now let’s just say, I GET IT. Having Elle’s well developed storyline and the scenery at Briar U made what could have been an uncomfortable first time so worth it! At the beginning there was a mystery between the characters, and yet such a unique chemistry that had me turning pages faster than I could read them. As always, her characters have such distinctive attributes and notable backgrounds that I fell in love with each of them. The only question I am left with is, will the Briar U Universe continue? It has to, right?

If you like:
MFM Romance
Hockey Romance

Reviewed by: Kassi

This review was written by members of the Sporty Spice Book Club. (sporty.spice.book.club on both Instagram and TikTok).

I absolutely love this author’s writing. She continually hits every mark that I love about romances and this was no exception. just love a spicy book with a good plot. Not only is the banter and spice great but each character had some type of stressor they were dealing with and it brought a lot of depth. I loved getting the different pov and I don’t think one out-did the other. Not usually the romance trope I lean towards but I flew through this.

Thank you @getredprbooks for the gifted copy.

“This, right here, this is home.”

Book: The Charlie Method (Campus Diaries, Book 3)
Author: Elle Kennedy
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Charlotte Kingston will do anything she needs to maintain her perfect image. Being adopted makes her perfection complex hard enough, but being adopted into a family where everyone seems to have their lives all figured out from birth takes the pressure to a whole new level. When in desperate need of stress relief, she can be found at the racetrack driving cars or searching dating apps for some noncommittal matches. Her most recent match? Two mystery men looking for a good time. Apprehensive at first, their chats continue to build tension until they are ready to meet in person. Their identities are revealed as the two Briar U hockey players driving her crazy in class, Will Larsen and Beckett Dunne, but that doesn’t change the draw to them. As the three continue to spend more time together they quickly realize that the noncommittal fun they all were having has turned into something they can’t live without.

Never having read a MFM romance before, I wasn’t sure what to expect or if it was something I would even like, but in Elle Kennedy we trust. Even with three main characters, we are given a deeper look into each person’s past and see how their current limitations in their relationship came to be. All three being complex characters kept their individual storylines moving just as quickly as their relationship was developing. The anticipation of everyone’s identities being revealed made the beginning quick paced while the chemistry and instant connection kept me intrigued after the reveal. I was shocked by the limited drama between the three main characters but the side drama was very present. Will and Beckett were both sweet and attentive to Charlotte while she offered them constant support and a deeper connection. The three really made for the cutest couple and a steamy read!

If you like:
MFM Romance
Hockey Romance

Reviewed by: Karley🧡

This review was written by members of the Sporty Spice Book Club. (sporty.spice.book.club on both Instagram and TikTok).

This was my first MFM romance !

Elle does a wonderful job of covering a number of substantive topics in this book which I really appreciated. From how polyamorous relationships are viewed in today’s society, to challenging people to examine who are we to judge others on how they love, and the range of emotions transracial adoptees may face as they grow up.. this book will challenge you to reflect - all these are very current topics and Elle definitely gave a lot of people voices through this story.

Thank you so much to Elle Kennedy and Get Red PR for the ARC of this book!

Guys Briar Hockey is so backkkk! Literally every single Off Campus and Briar U man makes an appearance in this (YES that includes Mike Hollis lol) also don’t even get me started on how hilarious their “Dad Chat” text thread is!!!

One of my favorite parts of this book was the “side quests” you get to read engaging text threads In between chapters or a time travel historic romance novel chapters that one of the characters classmates is writing.

Overall this was a very enjoyable and fast read. I found the characters to be incredibly funny while also having a lot of depth and meaning that the majority of hockey romances do not have.

This was an enjoyable book and I highly recommend it to fans of off campus, sports romance, or romance readers in general!
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It’s senior year at Briar U. Beckett and Will are best friends who have been known to share…but don’t kiss and tell. After Charlie matches with their joint account on a hookup app, it takes some time (and scorching texts) before they’re ready to meet up.

I get that not all readers will appreciate a MFM romance. I thought Elle did a fantastic job on making all three characters seem realistic and each had their own unique journey. The love that both of them had for Charlie - and that Charlie had for both of them - was genuine, supportive, and not just physical. As it’s their senior year, they are all trying to figure out the future and readers get a front seat to job offers, grad school applications, and more. We definitely got to know Charlie the best, but Beckett and Will were well-represented, too. I had such a hard time putting this one down and really enjoyed it.

If you’ve enjoyed Elle’s previous books, or simply love a spicy new adult romance with a good dose of real-life, too - give it a read! As usual for Elle’s books, the friends and family were really special - and the Dad Chat text thread in particular was hilarious.

I received an advanced reading copy, receipt of which did not impact my review.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this one, as it's definitely not a trope I've ever read before, and let's be honest - a throuple is most definitely not the most conventional of relationships.

But somehow, this - works.

I don't know how Elle Kennedy does it so flawlessly, but the way this couple of three: Beckett, Will and Charlotte, comes together (pun intended) - actually works! Of course we've met Beckett and Will - who are on the lookout for a new lady to round out their dating triangle. Enter Charlie - STEM overachiever, sorority girl and people pleaser... and closeted 'wishes she was anything but'. She's looking for excitement, and some (minor) rule-breaking, and when she swipes on not one, but two, hot bodies in a dating app profile photo - it doesn't take her much thought to make the match.

This one is so open door, it's blown off the hinges. But as much as it's steamy and sexy - it is equally tender and sweet with consent and care taking the wheel as this tantalizing threesome has all sorts of ups and downs (of every kind) navigating the most unconventional of relationships... that somehow just ends up working out perfectly for them. Each character on it's own has depth, layers, and interesting qualities, but together they are almost destined to be together - as three.

Fun and flirty, hot and uninhibited - The Charlie Method throws convention out the window and leaves the blinds wide open for all to see!

Charlie matches with an anonymous dating profile online, but the catch is that the profile isn’t just one guy.. it’s two. They start messaging daily and flirt back and forth. This only makes Charlie want more with both men.

I really liked Charlie’s character. She was a perfectionist to a T but also a rebellious college senior who hides this part of herself from others. Will was such a pure and wholesome guy. I was rooting for him from the beginning. Loved how him and Charlie had a bond from their college class before they knew that they were messaging on the app. Beckett grew on me and FAST. A hot, sarcastic and sweet Australian? Yes please.

I think that this book will definitely get everyone’s attention and I am so thankful that Get Red PR gifted me an early copy. ❤️

This was so fun, spicy, thought-provoking, and an all-around good time!! There is so much character development in this book, which offsets the spicy scenes so it feels well balanced. It really feels like the more important focus was the self journey that Charlie, Beckett and Will all go on than their romantic relationship. I love this, because there's no relationship more important than the one you have with yourself. I'm excited for everyone to read this book, and I am so thankful to Lori at GetRedPR for the advanced reader copy on Netgalley!!

Just when I think Elle Kenedy couldn't possibly top her previous book in charm, swoon or steam, she manages to do it again!

Admittedly this story line is different than my usual romance preference of a couple, and I wasn't sure what to expect. I should have known better than to hesitate. Each of the characters in this trio (thruple?) are well developed (ahem), complex and facing individual challenges in their respective lives. The result is a story that is as tender as is is steamy. The respect the Charlie, Beck and Will have for each other, and the explicit consent, communication and care, added so much to the relationships and the novel.

I hope this series continues because there are a couple more characters I'm rooting for at Briar!

What readers may want to know:
Door wide open
Death (in past, off page)
Emotional abuse by a parent
Emotional partner abuse (in past, but part of story)
Adoption storyline

My god I loved this book. I saw so much of myself in Charlie and resonated so deeply with so many of those inner thoughts she had about the life she wanted for herself vs. the life she thinks she is expected to live. The character development, not only for her but also for Beckett and Will, was so amazing to witness. I felt like I was right there cheering on every single one of them and I LOVED the ending each of them got. One of the biggest things I love about Elle’s writing, besides the spice of course, is the way she makes you just feel every emotion. One minute I was laughing at dad chat and the hilarious text messages, the next I’m pacing around my apartment because of the mouth on these men, and the next I feel like I’m ready to bawl my eyes out. If you’re looking for a book to get lost in and fall in love with, this is it. I have cherished every second I have spent in this universe, and dare I say this may be my favorite book in the series? I don’t know if I can ACTUALLY pick a favorite but just know I loved this book so much and it’s a must read!

***Trigger Warnings: Loss of parents and mention of cancer***

The Charlie Method follows Charlotte who is the perfect sorority girl, a STEM student, and the adopted daughter of an overachiever family. At night she is Charluie who is looking for fun and finds herself chatting on a dating app with two anonymous men. Will is a hockey player and the son of a congressman. Beckett is also a hockey player and Will's roommate. Charlie soon learns that the two people that she has been talking to are Will and Beckett. Will and Beckett like to have fun together. They all start to hook up but then it turns into something more. Soon Charlie, Will, and Beckett start to fall for each other. They all know that this is not a conventional relationship but nothing will become between them and loving each other. 

Elle Kennedy is my favorite author when I tell you I am obsessed with her books I really am. This book was my most anticipated book of the year. This book I don't even know how to express how much I loved it. This was my favorite book in the series. Beckett was my favorite side character in both The Graham Effect and The Dixon Rule. He is my favorite "Ice Boy" and I was so excited that he was one of the main characters in this book. I loved that all the books in this series have the perfect mix of serious movements, spicy moments, and lighthearted ones. I also love that all of these books have callbacks to the Off Campus and Briar U books. Which I would highly suggest reading those before reading this series It just makes the callbacks so much better. I am just obsessed with every single thing about this book. I just love everything Elle Kennedy writes. I don't know how to function like a normal human right now, I just really loved this book. I can't wait to reread this one. 

Thank you so much, Elle Kennedy, Bloom Books, and Getredpr for the ARC of this book. This book was perfect in every way. This comes out on February 25.

My first 5 Star read of the year! The Charlie Method is my new favorite of the Campus Diaries Series!

I read this in a day. I was captivated. A MFM romance, these three MC's drew me in and kept me turning the pages. Charlie is pretty type A. In a sorority- she's driven, organized and an excelling STEM student. But there is so much more than meets the eye when it comes to her. Will is the steady yet sweet guy next door- with a thorn in his side he calls dad. Beckett is pure playful charm, with a heartbreaking secret from his past. College students who match anonymously on a dating app, things get steamy fast when they meet. Especially since these two hockey gods like to share. Just as feelings develop, the end of senior year is approaching. And they are about to have to make some difficult life decisions.

This was so much more than I expected it to be. I am truly just going off of vibes for this one. I adored each of these characters, their unique personalities, and even more so- their connections. But aside from the lighthearted, and seriously steamy moments- there are many real life complexities that draw such a variety of emotion too. Adding in depth and growth. It was just the reading escape I needed. I'm keeping this vague so not to spoil the reading experience, but I truly hope we get to see glimpses of these characters again in future Elle Kennedy books!

*Thank you to the author, Bloom Books, GetRedPR for the ARC via NetGalley. All opinions are my own and given freely.

✨Book Rec✨
The Charlie Method by Elle Kennedy
Can be stand-alone

1st person triple POV
Spice: 2.5/3🔥

I absolutely ADORED this book!! I’ve wanted this throuple since Beck and Will were introduced in book one and it did not disappoint. They are everything and I’m obsessed with them. Also this one is spicyyyy.

What you’ll find:
- throuple
- college
- hockey
- adoption rep