That Time I Kissed My Beachfront Boss is a cute small-town romance—funny banter, great chemistry, and characters you can’t help but root for. Julie Christianson nails the slow-burn tension between the heroine and her charmingly off-limits boss, all set against the dreamy backdrop of beachy Abieville. This story is a minimal spice story that could almost be used for YA. While predictable, it's adorable.

Even if you haven’t read the first two books in the series, this one works perfectly as a standalone. It’s light, feel-good, and totally bingeable. If you like romantic comedies with depth, sass, and a side of sunshine, you’ll love this one!

3 stars. I think there is potential for this book to be a 3.5 or 4 stars, but it just didn't hit that high for me.
I didn't hate the book, but I also didn't love it.
It was a quick read, I loved that about the book. This would be a beach read that I would read after I read all of my other books and needed another one.
The setting and premise was cute.
There are some trigger warnings - so make sure you read the description well - abandonment and parental death.
The beginning of this book starts out great, but I would say 30-40% into the book, I could not engage as much anymore. The story was written at such a slow pace that I could not keep myself actively engaged enough. However, I know myself, and I do not do well with slow burn, so if that is your thing, you will like this book.
Olivia and Hudson were pretty well developed and relatable. Chemistry was good. There just wasn't much complexity to them.
The plot structure was well done, but the pace killed me. Specifically, the second half of the book.
I will say, I have not read the previous two books, but I thought this read well as a standalone. I didn't feel I was missing any pertinent information that was essential to the plot of this book.
Overall, decent read, could use a change in pace during the second half of the book.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book.
Happy Reading!

This was fine. It held my interest on audio and I was glad that there wasn’t a ton of drama but that also made it a little slow for me. I liked Hudson and Olivia as characters and the romance was cute. It got a little cheesy with the books/library but I also feel like I have seen that in a lot of books lately so I may just be tired of it. I do love the big family aspect of this series and seeing all the triplet/sibling connections plus characters from other books reappearing. I sense another book coming for Darby because there is definitely more to the story with her boyfriend.

I like dual point of view and I thought both narrators did well. This is almost like a full cast because the male narrator also reads his dialogue parts when it is her point of view and vice versa. I don’t always love that method but it worked well for this book.

I received an a copy of this audiobook via NetGalley. The thoughts and opinions in this review are my own.

Content Notes: Kisses

I loved this story. Olivia grows so much and finds her true calling while Hudson learns to trust himself and to trust in love. This wasn’t quite enemies to lovers but in the same vein with forced proximity. It was a fun novel with all the markers of a rom com.
The narrators did a fantastic job, the voice acting was really good and the editing and pacing was good.

Forced proximity
He falls first
Flirty feels
Dual POV

Dual Narration - Amanda Friday & Andy Harrington
Great voice well narrated

A fun and lighthearted quick listen. I loved all the flirty banter. Well written and easy to follow. Definitely recommend

This book was just okay for me. I felt that the book was fun but also made me cringe in several places. I was not a fan of some of the family dynamics. It was funny but was not a book I found myself totally immersed in. The narration was great. I love others more from this author.

This is sweet, easy to listen to love story. The family connection was entertaining. I enjoyed both Olivia and Hudson’s characters. I did feel the story was a little on the longer side but still enjoyable.

Fun banter between the two main characters!

One of the best of the series! There's a wonderful dynamic between Olivia and Hunter. Both with vulnerability, and a sweet sense of protectiveness between the two. The book and the audio were thoroughly enjoyable!

Hudson and Olivia have both had life changes and are struggling to find themselves. They each end up working together at a beachfront inn.

This was an enjoyable audiobook. 4 stars

Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Select for an audio ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a very enjoyable read! I listened to it on one day! It’s not everyday you read a book and the female main character is a triplet! I loved the dynamics of Olivia’s family especially with the cousins and the closeness. The family dynamics in this book were so real even the ones that were hard to read especially Hudson and his mom. I really enjoyed Olivia as a character she really is everything. She’s attractive, kind, thoughtful, smart, and I loved how she stood up for herself and took a risk at the beginning of the book. Olivia and Hudson were cute and I enjoyed reading about them coming together following a failed kiss 2 years prior. It felt natural and realistic. If you are looking for a sweet summer romcom to read I recommend picking this one up. Don’t be scared that this is a book theee I have not read the first two but I have now added them to my TBR!

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape for the audio ARC!

4 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️

I enjoyed this audio. The FMC voiced annoyed me some but it was still good. I enjoyed the MMC tho. It flowed nicely.

The story tho was super cute!! I really enjoyed it.

This was meh. Not sure if it would have been better if I read the previous books in the series, but was not super entertaining and very cheesy.

**Review: *That Time I Kissed the Boss* by Julie Christianson**
**Rating: 3⭐️ story | 🌶️0 spice | 4⭐️ narration**

*That Time I Kissed My Beachfront Boss* is a sweet, low-stakes romance centered around Olivia, one of a set of triplet sisters. After being passed over for a promotion, she leaves her job and heads out of the city to regroup with family. She ends up helping market a small hotel, where she meets Hudson Blaine—a former corporate powerhouse who's traded in the big leagues for a quieter life.

The chemistry between Olivia and Hudson is charming but feels a bit surface-level. While the story is enjoyable, it lacks depth and complexity, making the romance feel more sweet than swoony. For those hoping for heat, this one leans fully into clean romance territory—no spice here.

As the third book in a series, there are several characters who pop in and out, and I suspect fans of the previous books will get more out of those interactions. As a standalone, though, it still holds up, especially if you're looking for a lighthearted escape.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.