by Rosie Danan
Series: The Roommate #1
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Source: Publisher
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House Rules:
Do your own dishes
Knock before entering the bathroom
Never look up your roommate onlineThe Wheatons are infamous among the east coast elite for their lack of impulse control, except for their daughter Clara. She’s the consummate socialite: over-achieving, well-mannered, predictable. But every Wheaton has their weakness. When Clara’s childhood crush invites her to move cross-country, the offer is too much to resist. Unfortunately, it’s also too good to be true.
After a bait-and-switch, Clara finds herself sharing a lease with a charming stranger. Josh might be a bit too perceptive—not to mention handsome—for comfort, but there’s a good chance he and Clara could have survived sharing a summer sublet if she hadn’t looked him up on the Internet...
Once she learns how Josh has made a name for himself, Clara realizes living with him might make her the Wheaton’s most scandalous story yet. His professional prowess inspires her to take tackling the stigma against female desire into her own hands. They may not agree on much, but Josh and Clara both believe women deserve better sex. What they decide to do about it will change both of their lives, and if they’re lucky, they’ll help everyone else get lucky too.
I haven’t read a contemporary romance in over six months, side dishes in other genres and a historical here or there sure, but I haven’t been in the mood for a straight up romance. I accepted The Roommate by Rosie Danan because the publisher was over the moon excited by it, and I honestly got swept up in her enthusiasm. I am so happy I listened to her!
When it came down to read it, I admit I began reluctantly. But, let me tell you by the end of the first chapter I was completely hooked. The Roommate is a refreshing, original, and sexy tale with lovable, flawed characters that I rooted for.
I went into this cold, so I learned about Josh right along with Clara. Eep! First, Clara Wheaton is adorable, flawed and smarter than she gives herself credit for. She also doesn’t like to take chances. She is very relatable.
Despite excelling in a few departments and being able to eat donuts and still rock the jeans, Josh has his own insecurities and hangups. He’s a good guy who just needs to believe in himself.
The whole setup was cute. The romantic build-up with its sexy moments melted my kindle. I was afraid it might get awkward and this could have totally been weird, but it was perfect. I have zero complaints. Zero.
I laughed, cheered for our couple and held my breath when things got rough. The drama was low key thanks to outside forces and a little growth from our heroine.
If you are looking for the perfect, feel good romance to curl up with The Roommate is it.
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Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. BlueSky | Facebook | Instagram
Amber Elise @ Du Livre
Yaay so happy you enjoyed this! I got swept up in all the buzz and was incredibly excited to read and it didn’t disappoint!
Have you seen Naomi’s book?
Kimberly
Yay… I am so glad and no I have not seen it!
Rachel
I’ve seen this around but just didn’t have time to tackle it. Glad it was a hit for you, Kimberly! 🙂
Tammy @ Books, Bones & Buffy
This sounds really cute and fun! I don’t read much contemporary romance but I’d pick this up if I were ever in the mood:-)
Kimberly
Thanks Tammy 🙂
Tanya @ Girl Plus Books
I actually just bought this one last week because of all the great reviews I’ve been seeing from trusted friends. So it’s nice to see yet another positive review. I’m excite to dive into this one!
Kimberly
Yay.. I hope you have fun with it!
Jen
Oh this sounds amazing – 5 cups?? I passed up on this one, now I’m kind of bummed! Thanks for letting me know it’s a good one.
Kimberly
I normally would have, but I am glad that I didn’t. Hope you get a chance to try it.
Carla
This sounds like a lot of run. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Kimberly.
Kimberly
Thanks Carla. It was a nice feel good read 🙂
Dani
I just finished this last night! Steamy and wonderful.
Kimberly
Yay… so glad you had a good time with it too!
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
This book actually wasn’t even on my radar until late last week but it’s definitely going on my TBR because all I’ve seen so far is 5 star reviews. I can’t pass up a book like that, especially when it just sounds so good.
Kimberly
Wahoo.. I am delighted to hear others are loving it too!
Debbie S Haupt
Oh yes this looks like my kind of read and I’m so ready for it.
Kimberly
It was delicious. I hope you get to enjoy it!
sherry fundin
i don’t read a lot of contemporary romance. glad you enjoyed it
Kimberly
Same, but every once in a while I throw one in the book blender and I am glad that I did.
Katherine
I haven’t read much romance either lately but this sounds cute! I’m glad you enjoyed it and it sounds like it would be a fun addition to all my mystery reading.
Kimberly
This is a delightful escape read Katherine.
Anne - Books of My Heart
Glad you found a real winner! Excellent review. I am pickier about contemporary romance than I used to be.
Kimberly
I rarely read straight up contemporaries but so enjoyed this.
Hena Tayeb
Sounds light a fun light read.
Kimberly
Perfect escape… humor, heat, love and growth.
Genesis @ Whispering Chapters
Eeeek! I cannot wait to read this one!Love that it is cute with sexy moments. Totally my type of read.
Kimberly
Happy reading. This one just hooked me from page one.
Sam@wlabb
Same for me. I was fully onboard with this book right away. I especially loved seeing Clara take control of her life. I thought she grew tremendously over the course of the book.
Kimberly
Yes, it was fun seeing her step way out of her safe/comfort zone.