Max Monroe delivers a delightful and swoon-worthy romance with Meet Me at Midnight, a novel brimming with humor, charm, and heartwarming moments. With a refreshing take on modern love, this story captivates from the very first page, proving that sometimes the most unexpected connections can lead to the most unforgettable romances.

One of the highlights of this book is its unique premise—two characters forming a connection through a dating app, a contemporary twist that adds an extra layer of relatability. It’s refreshing to see a storyline where the heroine takes charge rather than waiting for the guy to make the first move, breaking away from traditional romance tropes. The witty banter, flirty exchanges, and genuine chemistry between the protagonists make their relationship feel authentic and deeply engaging.

Max Monroe’s signature humor shines throughout, blending perfectly with the swoon-worthy romance. The dialogue is sharp and laugh-out-loud funny, making it impossible not to be completely charmed by the characters. The pacing is spot-on, balancing the lighthearted moments with deeper emotional beats that give the story depth.

Overall, Meet Me at Midnight is a feel-good romance that leaves readers grinning and believing in the magic of love. With its perfect mix of humor, heart, and irresistible chemistry, this book is a must-read for fans of romantic comedies. Max Monroe has certainly earned a new fan, and I can’t wait to dive into more of their work.

4.5 ⭐ 3 🌶️ 5 🎧

I swear I'll never get enough of Max and Monroe. They never fail to make me laugh out loud and swoon so big. Beau and June were no different, I adored them to pieces and loved watching them fall in love.

Midnight was such a cool idea and a great catalyst for these two. While I did feel their Midnight relationship went from zero to sixty without much rhyme or reason, I still loved the whole premise and their back and forth. Secret penpals has always been one of my favorite tropes, it's just so fun.

While I wanted to throttle a certain someone from the third act and felt it was a touch unnecessary, I absolutely loved the profession of love that came from it. Then the epilogue, ohmygosh so dang sweet. And a look at book two that has me wondering why it can't be September, even though we've barely finished October... Bring on Avery and Henry, I can't wait.

I really loved the audio. CJ Bloom is one of my favorites and together with Alexander Cendese, these two brought this story to life so perfectly.

3.5⭐
Genre ~ New Adult Romance
Setting ~ I forget 😂
Publication date ~ book ~ November 8, 2024, audio ~ March 4, 2025
Publisher ~ Dreamscape Media
Est Page Count ~ 356 (44 chapters +e)
Audio length ~ 9 hours 12 minutes
Narrators ~ C.J. Bloom, Alexander Cendese
POV ~ dual 1st
Featuring ~ 12 parts, secret crush, best friend's brother, sister's best friend, coworkers, neighbors to lovers, secret romance, some steamage

Juniper (23) & Beau (28) have known each other for ages, and she's had a secret crush on him for just as long. She practically grew up in their house because her parents have no interest in being in her life. Truly heartbreaking, but the found family is so well done that you can't help but be happy she has them to support her.

Avery is the bff and sister and I absolutely could not stand her. I couldn't stand her so much that I will not be reading her book, I just can't. She was so awful and I just can't see myself enjoying it at all, so it's best to just pass. While we're discussing her ~ how did she not know Juniper has been pining over Beau for all these years? Too self absorbed it seems. She has no work ethic and just gives off too much of a spoiled rich bi!ch vibe for me. She spends most of her time clubbing, partying, getting manis/pedis and drinking starby's.

Anyway, June and Beau started texting on an app. The thing is that she knows it's him and he has no clue who he's talking dirty to. I'm not super big on deception like this, but Beau was sweet and I'm so glad he did not have any interest in her back in the day due to their age gap.

Overall, their banter was pretty great and as I said above the support of the found family parents was perfect, therefore I'll round up my rating. This will probably appeal to those in the new adult phase of their life.

Narration notes:
I love love love! when it's duet narration 🥳🙌 I think it really gives it more pizazz!

Best friends Avery Banks and Juniper Perry both grew up never in the lap of luxury with extremely successful and wealthy families. However, June’s parents were divorced, absent and trying to “buying her love”, which led to her becoming like a second daughter to the Banks family. Spending so much time with them led to Juniper having the biggest secret crush on Avery’s older brother Beau. Now that the girls have been hired as interns at Mr. Banks marketing firm June has her work cut out for her, not only is she doing the work of two people on her own, thanks to Avery leaning into the, “my dad won’t fire me” mentality, she also has to work with Beau Banks, who she is still head over heels for.
I listened to the audiobook for Meet Me at Midnight, narrated by C.J. Bloom and Alexander Cendese. They did a duet narration that was phenomenal! In the first chapter I had to pause and check if it was a full cast. Each character had a distinct and recognizable voice. Switching from one character to another was seamless and even the dialogue between male and female characters was produced brilliantly, there was never a lag switching between the narrators. They brought to life all of the banter, longing, and chemistry between Juniper and Beau! C.J. had me laughing out loud at the sarcasm and humor she brought with the subtle changes in tone. This audiobook is one of the best duets I’ve heard, for me its up there with Lights Out and Butcher and Blackbird!

Super cutesy, adorable contemporary romance. It also gets the tear ducts working at a couple points!
Of course we know where the story will end up but getting there is a really fun ride. The only thing I wish had been a little different was a little less fangirling from the FMC over the MMC in the first half, OR more of her working through the feeling of being Starstruck when she finally gets with him. I only say this because it felt a bit inconsistent but not enough to remove a whole star off my rating. So 4.5 stars rounded up from me!

2.5 ⭐

80% horniness,15% plot,5% comedy
This was my first Max Monroe book and let me tell you I'm not excited for more 😐 let's break the book up
The MMC's inner monologue is borderline predator-like. He never thought of the FMC's good characteristics; it's always her body this and her body that. I don't have anything to say about the FMC, but I really hated every moment of them s*xting texting. Like, don't you have a better thing to do or say, for example, getting to know each other? 🤨
The narration is 3 ⭐ it's in Duet I think but nothing special 🤷🏻‍♀️

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SKIP CHAPTER:17, 28, 32, 36

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Thank you Netgalley and Dreamscape Media for providing me with an early listening copy of this book 🫶🏻💋

This audio was so funny. The banter at the beginning was amazing. Such a wonderful best friends brother book. Will be recommending to family and friends.

Meet Me at Midnight by Max Monroe

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Mad Monroe does it again with all the swoony spice and romance wrapped all in one.

❤️ In love with your best friends older
brother trope
⭐️ Hilarious banter
🌶️ mid level Spice
💬 Sexting

Another winning Max Monroe book! I really enjoyed the interactions and banter between Juniper and Beau. He'd always been her crush but was a bit off limits as he was her best friend's brother. But her crush still always lurked right there under the surface. Now they are both adults and working for his family's company. When they are trying to land the marketing deal for a new dating app, Beau and Juniper end up talking to one another on it but only she knows it's him. He doesn't know who the mystery woman is on the other side. Will he still feel the same once he knows it's "Juniper June," his little sister's best friend?

These characters were so fun and easy to become attached to. Also, in typical Max Monroe fashion, there were so many one-liners that made me laugh out loud while I was reading. Their books are always the perfect combination of romance and comic relief - - they give rom-com a whole new meaning. But they also throw a little sensitive, emotional in there too. After all, it would be a shame if they didn't give us the full spectrum of emotions, right?

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: I was also fortunate enough to receive an early copy of the audiobook. It was also quite enjoyable and the narration felt on target for the characters. I loved listening to the book as well because the narrator did a great job - - especially with Beau's sister, Avery who is blissfully unaware of just how entitled and pampered she is. So much so that you can't help but chuckle at some of the things she says. 5 stars

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

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Meet me at midnight is a sweet and spicy best friend’s brother romance. Midnight is a new dating app that allow anonymity which Juniper uses to talk to her childhood crush Beau.

The duo narration made this story even better with fun banter and good chemistry!

This unique story was a quick read with great ending! I recommend this story and audiobook to anyone looking for a sweet romcom!

This was such a fun book and my first by Max Monroe.

The whole secret identity of texting your crush of ten years? And that crush just happens to be your best friend’s older brother and your coworker? Say less—I’m obsessed. The banter was great as well! The author's note promised that the book would have the reader giggling and swooning, and they definitely held up to that promise! The audio made this book even better! CJ Bloom and Alexander Cendese did an amazing job narrating!

Meet Me at Midnight is a fun and flirty romance with just the right mix of humor and heart. Juniper has secretly crushed on her best friend’s older brother, Beau, for years. When they start chatting anonymously through a workplace campaign, their connection grows in unexpected ways. The tension of their hidden identities and forbidden romance kept me hooked!
I loved the witty banter and sizzling chemistry between June and Beau. Their midnight conversations were both sweet and steamy, making me root for them the whole way through. Beau’s relationship with his mom was a nice touch, showing his softer side, while June’s struggles with balancing work and love felt relatable.
The slow burn made the payoff even better, and the mix of tropes—best friend’s brother, secret identity, office romance—worked perfectly. If you love lighthearted, romantic reads with humor and heart, this audiobook is a must-listen!
Very grateful to @dreamscapemedia for my alc , opinions are my own

I was really excited about this book based on the description. Unfortunately, I had to DNF this book at 15% into listening. The main characters were not at all relatable (trust fund children who were working at their parents' companies). The main romance plot had not even started at this point, but the characters were so unlikeable, I had to stop listening.

Really enjoyable listen. The narrators did a great job with the voices and I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I haven’t read or listened to Max Monroe stories before, but will soon be remedying that. Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me access to an early copy of this audio book.

Meet Me at Midnight was such a good book! Juniper, Junie, June....our main character is a women who has been best friends with Avery and has been a part of their family in the absence of her own parent. Beau, Avery's older brother, is just that - her older brother...or is he? Juniper has had a crush on Beau since the day she met him but because of her friendship with Avery, never pursued him. That is, until the Meet Me at Midnight campaign begins, where Beau is leading on of two team in the market campaign efforts. The premise is simple. No strings, only accessible by invitation code, and you can be as honest (or not) as you choose. What started as a way to let Beau know his competition was trying to steal his ideas turned into something neither one expected. Beau is Avery's brother, so how can Juniper go down this forbidden path of what starts as simple flirting but rapidly progresses to more meaningful conversation and attraction? You'll just have to read or listen to this story to find out! I had the pleasure of receiving a review copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this opportunity.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tropes: secret crush, best friend’s brother

Meet Me at Midnight by Max Monroe is a wonderful blend of humor and romance that had me hooked from the very beginning. The witty disclaimer set the tone, and I loved it so much, I finished in a single day. It has undoubtedly secured a spot in my top five reads of the year.

Juniper Perry has harbored a decade-long crush on her best friend’s older brother, Beau Banks. When the opportunity arises to anonymously chat with him, she seizes it, leading to late-night conversations. As their professional and personal lives intertwine, Juniper navigates the challenges of secret affections, workplace dynamics, and the complexities of revealing her true identity.

Meet Me at Midnight is a must-read.

Meet Me at Midnight Honest ARC Review:

Funny, endearing and entertaining, this novel is a great addition to your TBR!

This is a very relatable story with a little suspense and hilarious moments.

The chemistry between June and Beau was sizzling!

Will June and Beau remain together once their identities are revealed? Will they be able to have a relationship while working with one another?

I love that when it comes down to it, Beau seeks advice from his mother. The two bond and this just made me appreciate his character more. June was reflective and tried her best to remain professional. Her character was very relatable!

I really enjoyed reading this and look forward to more from Max Monroe!


Tropes:

⭐️ Best friend’s Brother
⭐️ Office Romance
⭐️Forbidden Romance
⭐️Secret Identity
⭐️Slow Burn 🔥
⭐️Found Family

Thank you for sharing this ARC with me.

The humor didn't quite land for me (I found it a bit funny, but I think the author's note honestly set an expectation that it just didn't personally meet for me). I think I could have still enjoyed it but I found the narration distracting. I may try reading the ebook at some point and see if it works better for me in that format.

Out now! Thank you Dreamscape for the copy to read and review!

The narration production on this one was fantastic! This is a duet narration with each "Part" alternating between Juniper and Beau's POVs.
Both narrators had great pacing and emotion, plus a duet narration is just so fun! Highly recommend getting this one on audio if you can!

I loved lots of aspects of this story. Juniper seems so sweet and hardworking you can't help but love her immediately. Especially with that opening scene! That was lots of LOLs 😹 The anonymous app messaging was a fun way for these two to communicate and get to know each other. Their convos get deeper, more meaningful and WAY more steamy as the weeks go on. Their texts are HOT, my peeps. Their relationship also seemed to grow naturally through the messaging, they start fun and flirty and got more into serious stuff until finally agreeing to "meet" in person. Avery's character was so fun. She might rub a lot of readers the wrong way with her character traits but I thought she was really there for June when it mattered. Excited to see she's getting her book next!

The aspects I did not love: this leans heavily on "I hid my crush on my childhood best friend's older brother for a decade" and it just seems like, you have to know people will notice how you longingly look at this dude for years and years, lol. Also, the 3rd act breakup was not it for me. I completely understand that Juniper doesn't want to lose her "found family" but you eventually have to stop lying and hiding; plus, you have to know your friend is going to get over her shit. The later parts dragged on a biiiit too long for me. Like, we only need to hear how you're lying and hiding this from the family for so long until we need something more to happen.

Will I ever get bored of Max Monroe Audiobooks... Definitely not! Meet Me at Midnight was adorable and funny.

Juniper (June)was pretty much abandoned by her uber wealthy parents at a young age. Her best friend Avery and her family treat her as one of their own. From the moment June met Avery's brother Beau, she was smitten. She developed a life long crush that she was convinced would never go away.

June and Avery start working at the family's marketing firm and interns and everything begins to change. Avery rarely shows up to work and June covers for them both. The first scene with the cat filter on zoom is absolutely priceless.

When June realizes someone is trying to steal Beau's ideas for a major project, she decides to step in by messaging him on the anonymous Meet Me at Midnight App. He begins to fall for her as they continue chatting nightly even though she won't divulge how she is.

On another note, I usually dislike over the top, spoiled divas. Avery should be at the top of that list but she is just so funny. Her antics with her father made me laugh out loud so many times. I look forward to her story.