From the title and cover of this book I was expecting a really lighthearted, spicy, fun read. And while it WAS all of those things, the characters also had an incredible depth that I wasn't expecting. I've never read a book where people were so self-aware of their issues and demons, and I loved that we got to see both Gib and Bea working to better themselves. Bea was such a great FMC; I loved that she realizes her worth and isn't willing to settle when it comes to what she wants. Gib initially annoyed me with his internal monologuing about the many "brilliant" people he'd previously dated and his contempt towards Bea. But I really enjoyed Bea and Gib as a couple and loved how they balanced each other out. I wasn't expecting to swoon over characters who fall in love after being together for literally two weeks, but here I am. SWOONING. If you're a sucker for sweet, sappy, heartfelt declarations of love this book will have your heart melted into a puddle. I didn't particularly care for or about the side characters in this book, other than Golly (Bea's 70-year-old Godmother), who is WILD and says the most out of pocket things that had me quite literally laughing aloud. Thanks Netgalley for the e-ARC!

This was really a really tough read to get into. I didn’t enjoy the writing style. I did not finish the book and did not leave a review on Goodreads.

This book had some charming moments, especially with the godmother, who added a refreshing spark to the story. She’s hands down the standout character, bringing humor and warmth to an otherwise pretty average read. However, Bea’s personality didn’t quite land – she often came across as immature and a bit too prickly, making it tough to root for her. The romance was a miss for me, too; Bea and Gibson’s dynamic didn’t have the spark you'd hope for, and his "Chris Hemsworth clone" vibes felt a tad forced and overdone. The writing itself is competent, but the story ultimately feels flat, lacking the depth or originality needed to truly stand out. It’s an easy read, but one that’s forgettable once the final page is turned.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

What a good book! I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. I loved the main characters! They had great chemistry and worked so well together. I loved how the book just flowed. My first by this author but will not be my last!!!

As female main character began to grow and develop she became more compelling as she began to reveal more of herself to the MMC. I love great character development
The side characters in this book are so funny and well-developed! I have a good image of who these people are and am able to easily picture them.
Sometimes you just need a funny, light hearted romance and this serves that purpose wholeheartedly

A book set in Santorini? Sign me up!

I was hooked by the descriptions of the sunsets but stayed for the love felt by all of the characters. I felt Bea's character development was realistic, feeling the growth she was going through. At time I felt frustrated with Gib and his inability to communicate, but by the end he had redeemed himself.

Thanks to NetGalley and Joss Wood for giving me an ARC copy of this book!

One Bed
Joss Wood

This book made me laugh and my heart break. I love Golly and want to be her when I grow up! Her character brought this book to the next level. I love a good forced proximity, one bed, enemies to lovers story.

Gib and Bea met briefly as kids. When luck (or Golly) brings the back to the same villa forced to share the same bed they are both pissed. Neither have time or energy nor are looking for a relationship, maybe a little fun but nothing serious. Golly has other things in mind.

This book was a great 4-star read for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for the ARC!

One Bed offers a charming blend of humor, romance, and memorable characters. While this lighthearted read didn’t meet all my expectations, it was still enjoyable, especially with its rich setting and the beloved “one bed” trope. Initially, I struggled to get into the story due to some slower pacing in the first chapters, but as the plot unfolded, Bea’s character arc pulled me in, and her journey toward self-assertion became one of the highlights. Bea’s godmother, Golly, deserves special mention—she brought a delightful energy and lightness, quickly becoming my favorite character with her vibrant personality and wit.

However, the romantic dynamic didn’t completely resonate with me. Gib, the male lead, felt authentic but often frustrated me with his lack of communication and tendency to play “fixer.” His feelings for Bea didn’t feel as developed as I’d hoped, and I wanted to see a bit more emotional growth from him. While their chemistry was evident, both characters could have benefited from resolving personal issues before diving into a relationship.

Despite these aspects, I appreciated the vivid descriptions that brought the setting to life and the satisfying epilogue that tied things together well. Though this book had its ups and downs, it’s an enjoyable story for anyone in the mood for a fun romance with memorable characters.

Wildly entertaining!

The whole book is over the top crazy big and bold. The characters are incredible - Golly is fabulous, and the two MC are interesting. The setting is gorgeous and the descriptions made me feel like I was right there. The storyline is incredulous - 1 bed on a whole island is unbelievable but it's all part of the over the top experience. It was an enjoyable read, she falls first - one bed trope - CEO romance.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

I was selected to do a ARC read on this book. I gave this book 3 stars not because I didn’t enjoy it mainly because the mfc complained ALOT about her ex. While it added to the story a little bit it was not a huge factor and didn’t not need to be in every single chapter. I felt like between the MMC and the mfc they both had very big issues outside the bedroom they may have wanted to work out before jumping into a relationship.

Now on to the positive. Golly. I couldn’t love her more. She had flair and sass. Kept the story light and fun. She by far was my favorite character. The epilogue was my favorite chapter in the whole book! The setting was perfect and the description of the people and places were great! I felt like I could see them all!

Thank you @NetGalley for the ARC read

This was absolutely amazing! I was totally enthralled with this story from beginning to end, I could barely put it down, and when I finally read the last page, the house was dark, I was hungry, thirsty, needed to pee and my neck was stiff. But damn, it was worth it!

I really loved the premise of this story but I feel that it didn't quite hit the mark. My main issue was Gibson, I really couldn't connect to him at all, whereas I really loved Bea. Pretty sure this was a 'me' problem, rather than the book itself.

One Bed, by Joss Wood, is a fun and light read with an interesting plot that keeps you interested. The characters are the best, especially Golly. Her name is so fitting. Joss Wood is an author from whom I will be looking to read more novels.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the ARC ebook I read and reviewed. All opinions are my own.

The first 25% of the book- I Ate it up! The rest of the book was like pulling teeth. Let me be upfront, I know this book isn’t meant to be taken seriously. Clearly, it’s meant to be an outlandish and funny book. But the writing choices in this book were too much for me.

1. Bea is extremely immature. There’s talk about her going through therapy but mentioning your ex in 90% of the inner dialogue does not scream “I’m over this.”

2. Gib gives off the vibe that if you ask him what his favorite color is he’s going to start sobbing in a corner saying that it’s all just TOO MUCH.

3. At some point Gib mentions Bea’s “sexy toes” 🤮🤮🤮

4. Every challenge, and I mean EVERY is made into a mountain. For example, finding a new agent. Bea spends too much time freaking out on if the new company will publicly out her. I don’t understand how simple communication and a contract won’t fix the issue???

Again, I am fully aware this is not meant to be taken as a serious book, but it was so far out that had it not been an ARC I would have DNF’d it at 50%.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Collins for the ARC in return for an honest review.

Bea y Gib se conocieron muestras él la ayudaba a cambiar un llanta y no pensaban que se volverían a ver, hasta que se llevan la sorpresa de que compartirán habitación.

Disfruté de la lectura, todos los personajes me cayeron bien, me gustó la trama, pero hubo algo (que no puedo lograr decir que es) que hizo que no ne encantara al cien porciento. Por más que intento detectar que fue, no lo logro.


Gracias NetGalley por el Arc a cambio de mi honesta opinión.

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for this eARC in exchange for an honest review!
One Bed is a light read with great side characters and just the right amount of spice! Admittedly, I had a tough time getting into the story in the first handful of chapters, despite loving the setting and “only one bed” trope. However, once things really started moving, I fell in love with Bea and her spitfire of a godmother, Golly! Bea’s character development over the course of the story was awesome, and I enjoyed watching her stand up for herself in spite of her insecurity. Gib was not my favorite MMC - I found myself feeling really frustrated with him for his lack of communication and constant need to go into “fix it” mode - but his character did feel authentic. I really wanted to like him, he has quite a backstory and was plenty charming, but like Bea, I just needed more from him.
Overall, while this book did not check all of my boxes, it was a cute read!

This was a wonderful book! I really enjoyed reading this book. The plot is very well written and interesting, and the characters were well developed. I would definitely recommend this to other readers!

This was not my first read by this author, but this one was a miss for me. I couldn't connect with the characters at all. I really wanted to love this one but something was missing for me. The MMC was not my cup of tea, unfortunately.

This was NOT it for me, unfortunately. I liked the FMC Bea and enjoyed her arc/growth, but I found the MMC Gibson to be horribly rude. The story did not redeem him AT ALL and it made me so turned off by their romance that I couldn't even enjoy the spicy scenes. I'm sorry to say that I cannot recommend this book.

Thank you to NetGalley, HarperCollins UK, and Joss Wood for providing this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

I requested to read this ARC based on the cover alone, I absolutely love it! A fantastic piece of Art and a perfect match to the title.

I enjoyed the story, which is pretty much what it says in the title, although there isn’t much of a story to follow it doesn’t lack in keeping you entertained. The last few chapters really sold it for me, as there was just so much more” more depth, more emotion, just more.

It’s a cute, slow burn, forced proximity that will either keep you as entertained as it did me, or you are looking for something more. But for me it hit all the right spots and I really enjoyed it.