5*

Last year, I read a beautiful Christmas romance called Five Gold Rings and wondered if Bailey’s newest book, We Three Kings, could ever begin to rival it. I’m happy to say it does. It’s also set in London, which I still maintain is the most beautiful city in which to celebrate the holiday. It’s also a workplace romance but features Maggie and her three male employees in the IT department of a London firm who have become friends in their four years together. So, it’s no surprise how torn she is when she’s told, at the start of Christmas break, that she’ll have to lay off (make redundant) one of these lovely men who are like family. The painful decision is complicated by the plans these three proposed when they learned she’d be spending Christmas alone, and she doesn’t have the heart to ruin them by revealing the sad news. Her new and budding feelings for Leo also compound her decision with the worry about crossing ethical lines as boss and employee. From attending awkward (probably autistic) Frank’s sister’s wedding as a fake girlfriend and then joining eccentric Jasper’s posh but dysfunctional family for a Christmas party and foiling a fox hunt (cue the adorable baby foxes) to visiting Leo’s warm and welcoming family for a raucous Christmas Eve and Day and participating in an annual donkey abduction, Maggie comes to love this trio of wonderful, quirky men as she learns more about their lives and the influences that have formed them into the true “kings” of men they are.

If you’re looking for a truly heartwarming and humorous Christmas story that is full of kindness, love, laughter, loyalty, fade-to-black romance, and a high degree of silliness, I highly encourage you to check this one out. I guarantee you will be absolutely charmed.

I love how I went into this book expecting an RH and it wasn’t. The FMC had such a fun relationship/friendship with each guy. I loved seeing each guy grow and become comfortable. Jasper had to be my favorite 😍
Maggie was the best kind of FMC. Such a loyal friend and it shines through the whole book.

We Three Kings is an enjoyable contemporary, festive tale focusing on workplace relationships, friendship and romance. It has a diverse cast of characters working in the much-used but often-overlooked IT department. Maggie is the leader and supervisor, but she is an inclusive and understanding boss whose colleagues appreciate her so much that they insist she spends time with each of them when they realise she is spending Christmas alone. As this story progresses, there are some great friendships, gentle romance, and many festivities. It uses sensory imagery well, so it is easy to imagine the characters and what is happening. I like this festive tale's dynamic between the IT team, the romance and the laugh-out-loud humour.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

A wonderful holiday romcom with fun characters set in England (my favorite!)

With no plans for Christmas and her parents away on a cruise, IT manager Maggie plans to have a quiet holiday in her jammies, but when her coworkers find out they make it their mission to not allow her to spend the holidays alone so they invite her to their holiday events. Before the start of the holidays, she is called to HR and told that she has to let go of someone in her department. As she spends time with each employee over the holiday she has to grasp the idea that she has to let one of them go, but as she gets to know them on a more personal level, the idea seems impossible, especially when she might be falling for one of them.

Coworker #1: Frank, a shy introvert whose sister is getting married and his family is bugging him on who he is bringing to the wedding. Maggie proposes she goes with him as a friend so he has an ally at the wedding. He is often pushed around by his large family and appreciates that Maggie is there and stands up for him against his brash sisters and mother.

Coworker #2: Jasper, a grump who just revealed that he has been dating his roommate Miles and needs Maggie’s support at his holiday party. His complicated family situation makes it awkward for him to come out to his entire family but she finds that his grumpiness is a cover and he really is considerate and super thoughtful and thinks of Maggie as an important person in his life.

Coworker #3: Leo, the newest member and also the one that Maggie feels an attraction for, Invites her to come home up north to spend Christmas with his family. Leo has secretly been pining for Maggie since he was hired and Maggie has recently started to feel an attraction towards him.

I loved the organization of this book. Each co-worker and event was a different part of the book but the overall love story weaved in so seamlessly. You really saw how the two connected romantically but also how she was connected to her other co-workers on a platonic friend/family level. It was nerve wracking to see who she would choose to be let go but the conclusion was satisfying. Overall this book was heartwarming and charming. Plus being set in England, it had some of my favorite English words/sayings in the book that I just adored.

Huge thanks to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for sharing this book’s digital advanced review copy with me in exchange for an honest review.

My rating: 5/5
This was my first Kristen Bailey book and it won’t be my last 🫶 It was hilarious and had so much heart.

Maggie was a charming and loveable MC, and the way she cared for her co-workers was so sweet and touching. All the supporting characters were also lovable. Wyatt, Jasper and Frank were all fleshed out, and had their own troubles, personalities, and quirks which added to the story and made their unlikely friendships believable.

I won’t say much about the romance to avoid spoilers, but it was very sweet and heartwarming and I loved it ❤️

Overall the book felt very much like a British romcom which I thoroughly enjoyed. And I loved that it was a cozy Christmas read, but the storyline didn’t revolve entirely around Christmas, which I felt made it original and memorable.

This is definitely one to add to your festive tbr for a feel-good read! 📚

*Many thanks to publisher and netgalley for providing an arc in exchange for an honest review.

Last year I was lucky enough to be approved for Five Gold Rings. I hadn’t read any Kristen Bailey books prior and it became my favourite Christmas read to date. Since reading that I’ve been making my way slowly through her back catalogue and have loved absolutely everything I’ve read so far, so much so that I don’t even read the blurb any more!
Hopes were therefore very high for We Three Kings. Unfortunately this one came with a little ick for me – I enjoy a workplace romance but one between a boss and direct report (and one that the fmc actually hired too) is a bit much. I would highlight that this is a personal opinion and not one that most readers will likely share!
Whilst I found the storyline a little predictable, I still very much enjoyed it. I only wish I’d read it at Christmas! I adored Frank, Leo and Jasper, and loved the kindness they showed each other and Maggie. We Three Kings is definitely a fun romcom, perfect for the festive season. Kristen Bailey certainly has a talent for a feel good story and I can’t wait to read more.

Without a doubt, this is one of the funniest romantic comedies I have read this year. Kristen Bailey's ability to create relatable and charming characters particularly delighted me and, including the fake dating trope in this storyline, made for an enjoyable reading experience. Bailey's influence might slowly make me appreciate this genre despite not being my typical preference.

The engaging nature of this narrative contributed to its swift pace, keeping me absorbed throughout. The inclusion of comedic elements dramatically enhanced the book's entertainment value, making it a highly recommended read for enthusiasts of this genre.

This is the ideal choice for those searching for a delightful and uplifting book and is highly recommended.

would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this awesome book

you cant go wrong with a kristen bailey book and this one is full of christmas adventures and friendships....

maggie fields was the boss of her IT unit... she had 3 work colleagues that all worked in the basement room and she loved it.... they worked well together

when maggie found out that they had not been invited to the firms christmas party she took it upon herself to arrange their own christmas party so they went to a mexican and partied

frank jasper and leo loved her for it...

but just as she was about to leave for her christmas break maggie was called to hr and it was there that she found out that she had to lose one of her team members.... and had to decide which one she was going to lose...

maggie was distraught... she was spending christmas with each of them after they found out that she was going to be on her own and they loved her enough to invite her to their family celebrations

the adventures that maggie had during her time with each of her team was to make her decision so much harder as they all became closer...

this book has it all.... the funny elements the rude elements but overall its the friendships that developed that make it stand out and maggies decision on who had to be released really wasnt hard to guess...

cant wait for the next book by this author... you always know you are in for a good read

Loved It❣️

Told in five parts, latter four focusing on different characters perspectives.

Maggie head of IT is a thoughtful department boss, after their department being overlooked again for the Christmas works do, Maggie takes it on herself to arrange an evening out and make her team feel appreciated. Although they know they’ve not been included with the main event, her efforts which they’re all aware and appreciate. Knowing she’ll be alone this Christmas her team rally round including her in their family’s in the run up and through the festive season, unaware that she’s been given a difficult decision to be made by HR shortly before leaving for the Christmas break.

I’ve read lots of Kristen’s books which don’t disappoint, I also like the fact if you’ve read previous novels Kristen brings in characters from other books to look out for (if you’ve not read others, it will not effect your enjoyment of this book, but worth reading more). Authors notes I do ensure I read by this author also.

A definite should read this Christmas, light hearted, with humour and a sprinkle of romance❣️ You can’t go wrong with a Kristen Bailey book. Look forward to the next.

I just loved this book. It was such a fun premise. I loved Maggie and all the guys. What a lovely holiday book. Such great characters.

I’m not done with this book , but I thought to share my review since it’s publication day today, so far it’s going great, I really like it, and I’m not big fan of Christmas books!

Kristen Bailey's book "We Three Kings" is a truly heart-warming story of friendship, love and hard choices. The protagonist, Maggie, is a young IT manager who shares her daily life in the basement of a large corporation with three rather remarkable colleagues. Frank, Jasper and Leo all have unique personalities, but what they have in common is their friendship and love for Maggie. To Maggie, these people are more than just co-workers, as she has had a close relationship with them for years and considers them almost like family.

Kristen Bailey's story captures the small beauty and challenges of everyday life. Maggie not only struggles with the pressures of her job as a manager but also as a young single woman trying to find her place in the holiday season. Being invited by the three men - Frank, Jasper and Leo - to spend the holidays with them and their families takes Maggie on a deeply personal journey, where she not only learns about the special world of their friends but also confronts her own emotions. However, the close bond between them and Maggie's self-sacrificing, 'putting others before herself' nature is challenged when the HR person at the company tells her just before Christmas that she must decide which man should lose his job.

One of the novel's greatest strengths is the depth and richness of its characters. Frank's anxious nature, Jasper's complicated family relationships, and Leo's kindness all add a special colour to the story. For Maggie, these holiday visits not only reveal new relationships but also memorable, emotionally defining moments. As she grows closer to them, Maggie is faced with a heartbreaking dilemma: the stakes of her decision could jeopardize not only their friendship but also a blossoming love. The duality of the Christmas idyll and the underlying tension gives the book a unique atmosphere.

Kristen Bailey's style is light, humorous yet emotionally deep, which helps to make the story both entertaining and thought-provoking. "We Three Kings" reminds us that family is not always made up of people who are related by blood, and that true friendship can be preserved in the midst of life's most difficult decisions.

This book is for anyone who appreciates a light-hearted story with emotional depth, and who likes to see the relationships between characters in a novel show real growth. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who likes cozy, holiday-themed stories, and who would love to read about deep friendships, complicated family relationships, and a sincere, genuine love.

I absolutely adored this book! I just recently visited London so it was really fun for me to read a book based there!
Kristen Bailey writes such an enjoyable group of characters that you find yourself rooting for. Maggie is so relatable, and someone I would want to be friends with. Frank, Jasper and Leo are also the perfect friends and work family.
I really enjoyed getting to read the different relationships and friend dynamics between Maggie and all 3 men, and the love that she has for all of them. I have worked with some amazing people and there is something so special about colleagues that become close friends, so I really enjoyed that aspect as you don’t see that very often. This was also such a fun read to get you in the Christmas spirit. I don’t normally read holiday themed books for some reason, but I truly enjoyed this one.
I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone!

I loved this!

It was cute, funny and festive and was a delight to read. I adored the characters and the writing style, I definitely recommend it.

Wow! I LOVED this!!! The banter was spot on, I laughed so much reading this. I loved the growing friendships and how Maggie’s warmth spread out onto others and she really saw people and cared. Her friendship with Frank, Jasper and Leo is so great, she looks out for them and they see that, they see that she protects them and does things to make them feel valued in the workplace. In return, it was touching to see them all step up and look out for her over Christmas. She brings the best out if people.

Leo and Maggie are lovely together, I loved how Leo was smitten king before her and looked out for her even when they weren’t together, the scene when he books her an über to make sure she gets home was so touching and showed a deep level of care.

The added twist that was put on Maggie from HR made things even more interesting and I must confess to shedding a tear or two when Leo finds out, and again when Jasper steps up to take one for the team.

I loved their friendship and the epilogue really made me so happy, I loved every single character, well, maybe not Jan from HR!

I can’t wait to see what’s next as so far, every single book by Kristen Bailey has me laugh out loud at some point of reading.

Kristen Bailey has wowed me yet again with another captivating, heartwarming, witty, and endearing book. I loved the friendships, the banter, the cute situations, the chemistry, the dilemma(s) and the animals in this book. Plus, this book takes place around the Christmas holiday so you will get some festive holiday cheer as well.


Maggie is the head of the IT team which works in the basement of a financial firm. She does her best to make their working situation enjoyable. As she will be alone for the holidays each of the three men that she supervises invite her to spend the holidays with them. What a great way to get to know them better. Before they break for the holidays, Maggie is given a tough choice to make.

Maggie is a wonderful character and very easy to like. She comes across as fun, kind, charming and someone who would be fun to have around. I enjoyed getting to know Frank, Jasper, and Leo, the three men that Maggie supervises as well. It was lovely to read a book where I enjoyed and cared for all the characters. I especially enjoyed the focus on relationships in this book. I appreciated how Kristen Bailey showed the character's strengths and vulnerabilities. The bonds they formed while working together were strong and felt real. Let’s not forget the workplace romance as well. I enjoyed the banter, the chemistry, and the flirty interactions.

We Three Kings is a wonderfully written, delightful and charming rom-com which put a smile on my face and had me turning the pages.

I look forward to reading more of Kristen Bailey's books.

This is a gorgeous work life romcom. Maggie is the boss of the IT department which is housed in a dreary basement, newly and gradually up cycled by Maggie and her three coworkers. There is a general sense of kindness and joviality between four workers, when Christmas approaches and Maggie decides to not spend it with her family (parents who are going on a cruise) each of the three men take it upon themselves to share a part of Christmas with her. How she spends her time with them, how their relationships develop, and how the love is shared in friendship and romance is extremely well portrayed in this lovely story.
There are undercurrent of course, problems to be overcome and new pathways to forge.
I totally brilliant story.
This is the second book I’ve written by Kristen Bailey add it is a delight.
Thanks to #NetGalley for the opportunity to have read this ahead of publication and exchange for an honest review. I will be recommending this to many.

Kristen Bailey writes the best holiday books! This story follows Maggie as she spends Christmas with each of her three coworkers. The plot offered enough friction from Maggie’s work-related stress to keep things interesting without getting too heavy for a holiday rom com. I loved each of her coworkers and following her time with them. The writing is light and funny but also very sweet. This is the perfect book to read by the light of a Christmas tree!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the ARC given in exchange for my honest review!

This was a funny and sweet holiday rom-com! I loved the main character, Maggie. Maggie and her misfit co-workers become family as she spends one-on-one time with them over Christmas break. As an only child, I love a good found family trope. The romance is fade to black or off page completely but the lack of spice didn’t take away from the story.

I really enjoyed this book. It is indeed a Christmas romance but it had a lot of depth to it. The romance was pretty well incidental. I enjoyed the work place interactions with the different characters and the dilemma facing the main character. It was very good read. I found it well written with an unusual plot.