This book was first for me by this author. Really enjoyed it. It was a quick read and me laughing quite a bit.Loved the realtionship between Blake and Gavin. Glad that they got their HEA.

3.75 stars.
Another great addition to the Misadventures series which I have really enjoyed reading.
This is my first by the pair of authors known as Elizabeth Hayley.
Blake the heroine was just so quirky and blunt to the point of rudeness (no filter) but in such an amusing way that I couldn't help finding myself thoroughly entertained by her behavior and antics.
She has serious issues that lead her to keep people at a distance . Having chased away several female roommates she decides that maybe a male roommate is the answer.
Fortunately for Blake her co worker at the coffee shop Gavin that she just recently met is about to be evicted through no fault of his own .
It doesn't take long before sex enters the equation once they become roommates .
Gavin is such a sweet, normal, down to earth sort of guy and he appears to be just what Blake really needs if she doesn't somehow manage to push him away.
I loved the chemistry between these two. This was a highly entertaining read .🤓

ARC received in exchange for an honest review.

I received a copy of this book via NetGalley for an honest review. This is the third book I've read that is part of the Misadventure Series and my first read for the author duo of Elizabeth Hayley.

This is a solid book, well written, great details; however, initially when I started, I found Blake to be very annoying and it almost became a DNF for me, BUT as the story develops, I found her to be endearing. In the end I loved her character. Blake is quirky and complex. Gavin is just your typical guy finding his way in life and as Blake puts it, "he was the yang to her yin." I love my alphas whether they are billionaires or not, but lately I've been reading a lot of books with just regular guys who aren't alphas or rich, just every day guys, which Gavin is, and it's so refreshing. While the chemistry between the characters is good, I found this to be more sweet and sexy than hot and sexy. Since this is my first read by this duo, I don't know if that is their typical style or just where this story lead them. I'll definitely be checking out other books from this author duo.

Blake Monroe was needing a roommate. Gavin Gibson was needing a place to live. Both worked as baristas, when each out out the other needed a roommate. Blake offered her empty room to Gavin, and he accepted.
Blake is her own person, you either like her, or you don't. She doesn't care. Due to her challenging upbringing, she had built walls up around her heart, to keep out unwanted affection. Gavin only wanted to break through those walls. In doing so, it caused Blake to re-evaluate her life, and what she truly wanted in it, she wanted, Gavin. What started out as coworkers, turned roommates, morphed into their happy ever after. Misadventures with my Roommate, was an emotional story. Elizabeth Haley did an excellent job with this book.

Fun, sexy heartwarming read

The duo that is Elizabeth Haley did a good job with their first "Misadventures" book.
Blake and Gavin are thrown together first at work and then as roommates. There was chemistry between them from the very start. I liked how during the course of the story the authors incorporated their back stories. I thought the characters were well developed and interesting. As a reader I came to love both Blake for all her quirkiness and Gavin for his steadiness and honesty. This was a friends to lovers story with a fresh plot line.
I received an advance reader copy from Netgalley.

Let me just start off by saying I absolutely love all the misadventures books. These are short, fast reads that are all standalone stories.
This one involves Blake who has a very mysterious , dark past . I like her a lot. She's not afraid to speak her mind but always keeps a part of her, her past, away from everyone. Except with Gavin! She finds herself spilling her guts to him and Durant know why. But let me tell you they have amazing chemistry.
I loved this book and so will you.. so one click it. You won't be sorry.

Blake Monroe hasn’t had the easiest life, but she’s never been one to dwell on her misfortunes, preferring to see the world as a place where you get what you give. Having had an especially troubling childhood, Blake’s aware she doesn’t exactly fit the definition of “normal.” Her lack of filter, dry sense of humor, and uncanny ability to read people make her rather unique—and difficult to live with. When her latest roommate has had enough of her antics, Blake decides living with a man might suit her better. Gavin Gibson’s a dreamer whose artsy aspirations don’t meet the high expectations of his wealthy family. Cast off and cut off, Gavin needs a place to live. When I started reading I couldn't put it down I read the book i couldn't put it down. Elizabeth is magnifysent writer.I cannot wait to read more of her books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.

Misadventures of course are going to happen with your room mate when you put together two hot single people. Blake and Gavin are a dream team. They get each other, they help each other and most importantly he helps Blake- on numerous levels!
Blake has suffered since a child and has never been able to trust anywhere to be oermandnf in her life. Her very vocal ness adds to her character and charm of the book.
Gavin is adorable in his wanting but hiding behind himself to let lose to land that dream occupation.
Together they have great sex, they work together well and they help each other overcome security issues.
I loved this book in the Misadventure series. A must for your shelf!

My review is on Goodreads. Blake and Gavin's story is well worth reading. Roommates to lovers story with hot sex. They help each other get past personal issues and realize that thier relationship is more than agreed upon.

I loved this book I read it in 2 days once I started it. I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen between Blake and Gavin. there are times i actually laughed out loud when Blake did or said something.
you won't be disappointed with this book.
I am glad I got the chance to read it Thank you to Net Galley

A cute, sexy and fun read. Blake pulls at your heartstrings some. You feel for her once she finally opens up. I love how caring Gavin is. He is swoon worthy for sure. Blake has her quirks and she doesn't care if she offends anyone. I love that she has no filter and that Gavin takes her as she is. Misadventures with My Roommate is another hit in my eyes within the Misadventures series.

This was my first read by this author and overall it was an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and found it to be a light and funny story of coworkers turned roommates turned more.

Blake is a quirky girl with a difficult past and no desire for a relationship. Gavin is a hardworking guy trying to follow his dreams. They are opposites in pretty much every way and Blake is definitely a little on the crazy side.

Somehow their differences work for them and lead to a brighter future for both. I did not really feel like there was a lot of depth to the story or characters, but it was a quick and enjoyable read.

Well. First I’d like to say I’ve never read anything that the author pair, Elizabeth Hayley, has written. I saw this cover and the blurb on NetGalley and knew I had to request it.

But a blurb is just a blurb, and a cover is just a pretty cover until the author/authors fill the book up with some words. The thing is Elizabeth Hayley didn’t just give us “some words.” They give us a roommates to lovers story that was perfect parts emotional, fun, and sexy. The writing was quick. The banter is witty, and will have you chuckling. It’s just a GOOD read.

Blake our heroine is quirky and blunt, but she has a deep past. The hero Gavin seems like an average Joe, but the way he is with Blake and all her personality just shows her the perfect cup of Joe... ok that joke is funnier if you read this book. Which means you should read this book when it comes out March 27th! I promise if you enjoy friends to lovers, or roommates to lovers, you will LOVE this quick read from Elizabeth Hayley!

Square Peg in a Round Hole

This best describes Blake's personality. She goes with the flow in her life and never sets her expectations high. She is herself, take her or leave her. She has no filter and blurts everything out she is feeling and thinking at the time. She had had a rough beginning in her life and therefore she holds her feelings close to her chest and does not let anyone sneak into her exterior walls she has built up for herself.


That is, until Gavin. Easy going Gavin. He sees right through Blake's façade. They start as work friends, but as time goes by it develops into something more. Gavin finds her Ball of Fire personality refreshing and unlike any other woman he has met. Blake makes him laugh with her quirkiness. Their chemistry is evident from the first day they meet, but coming to common ground to own up to how they both really feel for each other is a challenge.


I found their story fresh and fun. When they end up sharing an apartment together, we really do find out they are an odd couple, but it works. As their story unfolds, I was finding myself routing for the two of them to find their HEA.

I really liked this book. Both of the characters were fun and quirky and genuinely good people.

Blake was a pretty good character. There were moments when her quirks and eccentricities were a little much, but I did like her. I honestly thought her "secret" was that she was autistic not what it ended up being. I loved that she spoke her mind and didn't apologize for it. She had moments of immaturity, but overall, she is someone I would want to be friends with.

Gavin was a great H. He was kind, caring, and compassionate. He wasn't an overly alpha male which was pretty refreshing. He was really good to Blake and you could tell that he genuinely care about her. My one issue with him was he seemed to lack a backbone and drive. He did admit to that later on in the book, so he redeemed himself a little.

The reason I gave this a three star instead of higher was because I didn't always buy their feelings for each other. They had great sexual chemistry, but their deeper feelings didn't ring all that true to me, at least not by the time the book was over.

This was a really cute book though. It's not a thought provoking, edge of your seat kind of read, but if you're looking for a good beach read this is definitely it. Overall, I do recommend this book. This is the second book I've read in the Misadventures series and I'm looking forward to reading more.

I fell in love with misadventures all over again. I love blake's bluntness and sometimes crudeness. I also love gavin's whole personality. The story of friends slowly drifting into something more without actually knowing it, is so relatable! Two thumbs up!

Ayekah's review Mar 07, 2018 · edit
it was amazing

I absolutely freaking loved this book! Holy shit! This is my favorite book of the Misadventures series and it's a must read.
Welcome to the world of Blake and Gavin. Blake's first day on the job at the coffee shop didn't go well after a nasty woman complained about her inability to understand her coffee lingo and since Gavin had experience, her boss had her shadow Gavin to learn the basics. Blake didn't have any problem finding out all there is to know about Gavin including his dating status and made it pretty clear she was attracted to him. Blake has no filter which only added to her appeal for me. Blake can be a little tough to take at times unless you know her and when her roommate moves out, she doesn't seem too upset.
Gavin has just found himself evicted from his apartment, his roommate was spending his rent money on drugs. When he mentions it at work, Blake has the perfect solution and a couple days later Gavin moves in. These two are the best match ever, the chemistry between them was written to perfection and I don't mean just sexual, I mean as two people who are strangers getting to know each other and living together. It was amazing to watch their relationship unfold. They share bits about their lives, Blake has lived a horrendous life and she gives him tiny glimpses and wonders why she feels comfortable sharing things with him. Things she wouldn't tell anyone else. She makes it clear to him form the start that sex is on the table, but anything beyond that is out. He's okay with that then.
I'm not going to say anything else. You have to read the book. Again, for me the best of the series and to the author(s) a freaking standing ovation!!


**advanced reader copy from NetGalley and Waterhouse Press for an honest review. The thoughts and opinions are my own.**

Love how this author portrays how a rough past can alter how you see the now and affect our choices. Her use of real issues and emotions was so easy to allow me to feel a part of this story.

Hold up....there is a Misadventures series?!?! Must check out the rest of the series!!

What I loved: This book was different, just like the MC Blake. It wasn't what I thought I was getting, it was much, much more.
What I liked: This felt real. Conversations felt natural.
What I hated: can't say I hated anything about this.
This is an easy book to read and it pulls you in and makes you keep going. It was quite refreshing!!

If your looking for a synopsis you've come to the wrong review. I don't want to write a book report review, instead, I want to give you my honest opinion of the book in general.

I connected to the main character, Blake, her story is deep and layered. This story carefully weaves the details into her development and journey. Her development filled me with hope and joy.

Gavin, "the roommate", is just as fascinating for many other reasons. WIthout is strength and dedication Blake's journey would be meaningless.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and was left with a touch of the usual book hangover questions. "I wonder how they are doing now? What is going to happen with.... ? Will they.....?" You know all those questions that come from falling in love with two people in the matter of hours and not wanting to kick them out of your life just yet.

Is this a fantastic stand alone book? -- YES
Do I personally wish there were more? -- YES, not in this particular piece of their story (which was told beautifully) but I think that there could easily be a follow up since this story covers a time frame of a few glorious months. They are young and have so much life to live yet!

Highly recommended and fun read.