2.75 🌟

In Meet Me at Midnight, we have our fmc (Juniper) who has been in love with her best friend, Avery's, older brother (Beau) for as long as she can remember. After their graduation, they start working at Avery's father's advertisement company where Beau also works. In order to protect Beau's work from a nefarious colleague, Juniper starts to send Beau anonymous messages that quickly turn flirty and for the first time ever Beau seems to be interested in her. But the question is, will he still be interested when he finds out it is her who is sending him these messages.

The premise for this book was so solid. I will eat any book up that has the "best friend's older brother" trope, but this book fell a little flat for me. I'm all for an fmc who is obsessed with the mmc, but in this book, every other sentence she is thinking about her crush on Beau and what it would be like to be with him. She's an absolute nutcase around him. All she thinks about is how attractive he is and how much she wants to sleep with him, so much so that we didn't get a chance to learn more about the characters aside from this crush. The character development felt shallow and we only saw surface level aspects of each character. I feel like if there was more depth to her outside of her crush and his superficial interest I would have loved this book.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

This one was so much fun!!! I had an absolute blast from the first sentence to the last sentence. Loved the relatability of the characters. I didn’t love the 3rd act breakup, but it was still a wonderful book!

A cute read with alternating FMC and MMC pov sections which made the story interesting. I have to say Juniper’s whole first section made her out to be a bit pathetic really, but she does redeem herself quite quickly after that. Also Avery’s character was too privileged and spoilt to believe (or like) she could have been toned down a little! Overall a good lighthearted palette cleanser.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC to review.

Thank you Max Monroe and the publisher for this copy!

This was such a fun book. I loved the banter between the characters. Sister’s bff has a secret crush on the brother. It was spicy and cute. I cannot wait for Avery’s book.

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 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.

If you love rom-coms with sassy banter, ridiculous antics, and just the right amount of spice, Meet Me at Midnight is your next guilty pleasure. Max Monroe delivers a laugh-out-loud enemies-to-lovers story where two former best friends-turned-rivals are forced to spend a summer together—cue the pranks, tension, and undeniable chemistry.

It’s got all the ingredients of a perfect beach read: a sun-soaked setting, a love-hate dynamic that keeps you hooked, and characters who are equal parts frustrating and adorable. Expect chaos, swoon-worthy moments, and plenty of “just kiss already!” energy. If you’re looking for a fun, flirty escape, this book has you covered!

✨💜𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 𝑅𝑒𝓋𝒾𝑒𝓌💜✨

Author: Max Monroe

Couple: Juniper Perry & Beau Banks

Tropes:
👩‍❤️‍👨 Dual POV
😍 ”I’m in love with my best friend’s older brother”
🤫 Secret, forbidden, off-limits romance
🫦 Addicting Banter
🚪 Forced Proximity
🫠 She falls first, but he falls harder
🏢 Boss/Employee workplace romance
📲 Texting/S3xting

Review: 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 is another binge-worty romcom by the romcom master duo Max Monroe! This book had me sucked in and refused to let go until days after I finished and I still wish I had more of Juniper and Beau! 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 is a book that needs a caution label since there is NOT a place that is good to pause for breaks and you really just HAVE to read it until the end…which I did unapologetically. Max Monroe was able to include just enough forbidden and workplace romance vibes while also adding the sweet touches to Beau’s and Juniper’s story, for one he calls her “Juniper June” and I just swooned every time!

Juniper is such a conundrum of awkward, independent and romantic that I just wanted to bundle her up in a hug. I adored her story and really enjoyed the way Max Monroe began the romance between her and her longtime crush, Beau. I really loved her POV throughout this book and hands down LOVED the friendship she had with Avery. The bond these two had was the BEST sisterly and best friend bond I have ever read and I loved the exasperation Avery pulled from EVERY. SINGLE. CHARACTER! Max Monroe was also able to balance the progressing romance between Juniper and Beau in a way that showed how much they each loved Avery and did not want to upset her.

Beau Banks. A man of many talents…and dirty words. Hands down, Beau was the MC I adored in this book. I loved how he was the steadfast older brother who began to see his little sister’s best friend in a different light. And I also really enjoyed how his protective side began to show when Juniper tried to move on from Beau before their 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 chats began. His whole brotherly vibes were quickly replaced with the knowing that Juniper was actually quite well matched for him and Max Monroe really created the conflict his character faces once he realizes that his perfect match has always been there right in front of him! And… his mouth! Oh boy, I did not see that coming from the sweet prodigal son he portrays himself as!

The whole concept of the anonymous chat inside a dating app was a unique spin on the forbidden aspect of a workplace romance and I loved how Juniper began the chat as a way to tell Beau someone was sabotaging him. The web-chats also allowed us to see inside of Beau and his mind more instead of the prodigal son in the Banks empire…which needless to say had me falling in love with his character even more! From the get-go Beau was a surprising shock and once Max Monroe dove deeper into the after-work chats I truly began to see his insecurities. The way he tries to find out who his “Mystery Woman” is had me laughing since Juniper was always right there and I truly loved the final reveal Max Monroe did when he learns who is behind his late night conversations.

𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 is a laugh out loud romance that had me in stitches from start to end but also kept me guessing at when the other show would drop. Max Monroe was able to balance the fragility of best friend’s brother romance with “it’s always been you”m in a way that warms the heart but also makes you sweat with the intense attraction and chemistry Juniper and Beau share. This book was another amazing read by one of my favorite romcom author duos and I can only hope to see more of this couple in (fingers crossed) future books within this cast of characters!

Rating: 100+; 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝑀𝑒 𝒜𝓉 𝑀𝒾𝒹𝓃𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 is the perfect off-limits, best friend’s older brother romance with the iconic Max Monroe twist that had me laughing until I cried right up until the end!

This book was so much fun. It had some of my favorite tropes (best friend’s brother, office romance, hidden identity) and I really believed these characters cared about each other and had a solid relationship before the romance started.

Loved these two together and was so excited to root for their HEA.

Meet Me At Midnight- Max Monroe
Narrated by CJ Bloom and Alexander Cendese

Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice 🌶️🌶️.5
Narration 🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧

Max Monroe never fails to crack me up with the antics their characters bring in their books. Think took me all the way back to the Georgia and Kline days a bit with a similar premise of hidden identity over a love match app and workplace relationship. Add in best friend’s brother and June and Beau are cooking. I loved their banter and how comfortable they are as June is a pseudo-member of the Banks family already. It was fun seeing their relationship morph from best friends brother/little sisters best friend to more. I will say, Avery, the best friend/little sister annoyed the hell out of me, and I’m sure that was on purpose. I can wait to see her wiley club hopping days be tamed in her upcoming story, or maybe they won’t since Henry is the adrenaline junkie. 😂😂

Alexander and CJ did amazing in this duet narration. I love how comfortable they seemed like they truly were June and Beau.

Max Monroe knows how to get a reader's attention. This book captured mine. I loved Beau and Juniper together. I enjoyed this book I could not put it down.

Max Monroe has done it again!

Juniper Perry has pined after her best friend's brother, Beau Banks, since she walked into their childhood home. When the opportunity to anonymously reveal her feelings through an app called Midnight arises, Juniper begins to chat with her forever crush. What could ever go wrong?

This book was so hilarious and fun! I was hooked so early on because the humor was off the charts. June and Beau have the most charming slow burn ever! I loved reading their banter along with their secret cookie exchanges. I adore the secret admirer trope, and it was so well done! Their connection was beautiful and sweet, and the epilogues made the swoon so hard.

My one drawback was Avery. I thought she was funny, and her superficiality didn’t bother me as much as other similar characters, but as the book progressed, it kept getting worse. I wanted her to get reprimanded by her family or someone at her father's business. I hope she gets a book and gets the redemption she needs. 

All in all, I could not put this book down! It was so sweet but also funny. I was in a reading slump before, and this boosted me out of it. This was my second Max Monroe novel, and I know I'll be back for more!

#MeetMeAtMidnight #NetGalley

Book Review: Meet Me at Midnight by Max Monroe

"Meet Me at Midnight" is a charming romantic comedy that explores the complexities of love and secrecy through the eyes of Juniper Perry and Beau Banks. For over a decade, Juniper has secretly crushed on Beau Banks, her best friend's older brother and a high-powered executive at her workplace. The dynamic becomes even more complicated when Beau moves in next door.

The heart of the story lies in their anonymous "Midnight" chats, where Juniper cleverly flirts with Beau without revealing her identity. These exchanges are filled with humor, leading to laugh-out-loud moments that keep the tone light and engaging. However, while their chemistry is palpable, I wish it developed more slowly, as the characters seem to move quickly into intimacy. A gradual build-up could have made their connection feel even more authentic, and adding steamier moments would have enhanced the romantic tension.

When Beau discovers that Juniper is the mystery woman he’s been chatting with, the shift in their relationship is compelling, though it may benefit from a deeper exploration of their emotional complexities.

Beau is undeniably a worthy book boyfriend that you won’t want to miss! His charm, depth, and swoon-worthy persona make him the perfect match for Juniper. Additionally, I love how **Avery’s family** took Juniper in as their own when her own family was never around. This aspect adds a beautiful layer of warmth to the story, showcasing the importance of friendship and chosen family.

All in all, I loved this cute rom-com featuring a lovable heroine and a hero who sweeps you off your feet. You can’t help but root for Juniper and Beau's happily ever after. Interestingly, Juniper's best friend, Avery, who is often portrayed as spoiled and lazy, caught my attention as well. I would be eager to see a story centered around her and Henry, as there’s great potential for character development and depth in that pairing.

Thank you to NetGalley and Max Monroe for this ARC! The witty dialogue, comedic situations, and relatable characters make the journey enjoyable. "Meet Me at Midnight" is a lighthearted tale brimming with charm, humor, and heartwarming moments—perfect for fans of romantic comedies.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

* I want to start by thanking the author and publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. wasn’t exactly what I was expecting

There's a reason tropes are tropes. And this book proves why we both love and need them sometimes. Done well and it's proves just how soft our little hearts are when we admit to wanting certain romance books in our lives. This was cozy but not to gushy. It had wit and light moments but enough tension and spice between the two to keep it real.
It was quite a quick read for me that came at the perfect timing after a previously read thriller.
I also like how linked in the title was. I've noticed thsf a few times in books recently and I think adds a real.sweet element.

A fun journey of a story with the unfolding of a long term crush into a deeper seated romance.

The secrets and fun in this book kept me reading though there were moments I did want the characters to act more like adults.

Having said that this was overall an enjoyable read with depth over and above the fun elements

3.5 stars

I've read a few books by Max Monroe, so I was very excited about this one. Unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark for me this time. It was good for a quick read and I still enjoyed the humour and the messages in the story, and it was very relevant to the tech world we live in. I think my biggest problem is that I really didn't like Avery - she just made me so mad! If the authors set out to make people hate a character, they get 5 out of 5 stars from me - they succeeded! I guess there are people like her in this world though, so some people will be more accepting of this character than me.

Still worth a read - I'm a big believer in making up your own mind, and there's always the possibility that I just wasn't in the mood for this book at the time I read it!

Thank you to NetGalley and Max Monroe for an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own and I'l leaving this review voluntarily.

I really enjoyed this book. The author did an excellent job with the characters and story line. I thought this was a cozy read filled with some of my favorite tropes. I was caught up in it from the beginning, and I could not put it down. It was filled with humor and a warmth that made your heart beat a little faster. I can't wait to read more from this author. I definitely recommend this book to other romance readers.

Thank you Net Galley and Max Monroe

Meet Me at Midnight by Max Monroe is an absolutely adorable and cozy read, packed with all the best tropes that make romance books so enjoyable. From start to finish, the story is filled with warmth, humor, and heartfelt moments that keep you hooked.
One of the standout elements of the book is the “meet me at midnight” phrase and its deeper meaning woven throughout the story. It adds a unique, sentimental touch that makes the romance even more special. The chemistry between the characters is undeniable, and their journey is both fun and swoon-worthy.

this book short and sweet Beau and juniper know eaxh other because Beau sister Avery is beat friend with Juniper. Juni has been crushing on Beau. Beau is always kind to her especially because her parents were not there. While working juni hears a conversation and contacts Beau in secret thru midnight app when he find out who she is he want Juni and start dating each other and Avery find out and is mad at them and Juni distance herself from Beau because she hurt her friend but Beau gets her back convnces her to cme back to him