This novella was the perfect cute and sweet friends to lovers story I was looking for! It's no secret that the friends to lovers trope is one of my very favorites, and Kendall Ryan did not disappoint! I loved the longing and angst between Sam and Maggie, as they each struggled with their desires and whether or not to tell the other and possibly ruin their friendship. I am a huge fan of that moment when the main characters finally figure out what everyone else around them has known all along - that they're perfect for each other.



Sam was such a wonderful hero. Even though he was more sure of his feelings, he has always been a friend to Maggie first, taking care of and supporting her through thick and thin. His vulnerability and thoughtfulness though were so swoony, that I found myself wishing that The Bed Mate was longer than a novella! The build up and sexual tension was delicious and I couldn't get enough of these two! The epilogue left me with a huge smile on my face and you really don't want to miss this sweet and sexy novella!



*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*