My Roommate Is A Vampire by Jenna Levine
Format: audio/ebook hybrid
Release Date: 8/29/23
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

What a great romantic comedy (heavy on the comedy) to usher in spooky season! This book was light, silly, and a little steamy!

If you’re a fan of cute romances, lots of notes back and forth between our love interests, and plenty of Buffy the Vampire Slayer references…you’re going to want to check this book out for sure!

Despite this book being on the goofier side of romcom, I thought narrator Gilli Messer did a great job! This book knows what it is, leaned in, and was really adorable!

Okay, but imagine this: you’re a down-on-your-luck artist with an eviction notice when you discover a too-good-to-be true Craigslist ad searching for a new roommate. You answer the ad, only to discover your new roommate keeps crazy late hours, dresses as if he’s from a whole different era, won’t allow you into two rooms (one of which he keeps its contents secret) & is extremely hot 🥵🔥.

Talk about sus, amiright?

MY ROOMMATE IS A VAMPIRE is a romcom that I absolutely DEVOURED. I LOL’ed multiple times, especially when it came to a very out-of-touch vampire’s dialogue. Each chapter kicks off with either a letter, news article, a quick note between roommates, etc. that really helps explore the inner-workings of the love interest which is a nice way to get to know him outside of the main character’s POV.

With all of that being said, I unfortunately have some negative points to make. The relationship between love interests happened a bit TOO fast. I feel like a better build-up could have had me OBSESSED with this book. & the last part of the book was a bit rushed. This is the time where the drama kicks up, problems arise & things get wild — what sounds wild on paper just doesn’t hit as hard as it could have when it feels extremely rushed.

In the end, I am very glad I read this because even with the issues it was still a fun read! A perfect way to kick off spooky season & MY ROOMMATE IS A VAMPIRE has officially gotten me in the mood to explore some more paranormal romcoms this season! 🧛🏻‍♀️

Love love loved this!! Positively quirky and heartwarming which I so didn't expect from a vampire romance! It was really refreshing to read about a male character who's so charming (albeit awkward) and such a gentleman. Really enjoyed the pretty immediate chemistry between the main characters and the banter between them all. Can't wait to read more from this author!

This book was such a delight. I laughed out loud more than I can admit, and the characters were amazing. The chemistry and banter they had was phenomenal. Oh, and did I mention the humour in this book? I can highly recommend this book if you enjoy a light read.

This was a cute and entertaining read! Cassie and Frederick were extremely adorable and I very much enjoyed their courting(ehehe). It was a little slow in the beginning but once it picked up, I really liked it!

4.5 ⭐️

A centuries old vampire, Frederick living in modern day Chicago seeks a roommate to learn more about the modern world after waking up from a century-long coma. With an absurdly low rent advertisement, Cassie is the only one who responds. Between the old style, cold temperature, and no cookware, Cassie has her reservations but decides to take the leap anyway. Until she learns the truth about her mysterious sleeps-during-the-day roommate. Will she leave and never come back or stay with an open mind?

This was so bloody cute! I laughed at how funny Frederick was, how out of place he felt, yet tried and adapted to the modern world. The notes Frederick and Cassie left for each other were adorbs and their romantic feelings toward each other were awwww. I could totally see this become a movie! It would be awesome!

Quirky, fun, and actually made me LOL. Adored the friendship between Cassie and Frederick. His openness was so charming, and I loved that Cassie kept a level head as much as she could. The ending did feel a bit rushed, but that didn’t stop me from highly enjoying this book. A great read for spooky season! *I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Sadly this book wasn't what I was hoping it would be. I did have the audio narration for this, thinking that would help me, but unfortunately, it didn't. I absolutely loved the premise of that book, but it didn't quite deliver. It had so much potential but fell short for me.

4 stars | 1.5 spice

Big thanks to Jenna Levine, Berkley Publishing and NetGalley for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinions!

A paranormal romance is one of my favorite genres and when I saw this cover I KNEW I had to read it - and I am SO glad I did! This is the definition of a rom-com too. I was audibly cackling at Fredrick during this book with all of his crazy antics. Just imagine a person who was over 100 years old trying to navigate modern society was funny enough and Levine made his character out to be perfect.

The sparks between Cassie and Fredrick were FLYING. This is definitely a slowww burn though but I feel like those have me RACING to get to the point where they finally hook up. There is a little bit of spice in this but not much - so if you are here as a monster smut lover you might get let down a bit. But there is one part of a scene that might interest you (iykyk - because the dark romance reader in me was THERE for it).

I did wish that there was more out of the ending and more vampire stuff. Instead, we got a LOT of Cassie's art stuff which I wasn't really feeling and I didn't care about it. Her character was okay but I felt she could have been a little more developed. Fredrick and Reginald though get a chefs kiss for both hilariousness and quirkiness.

This was a decent 4-star read for me that kept me entertained, had me laughing out lout AND rooting for the couple to get together. I would highly recommend this for those who are rom-com fans and/or paranormal romance fans.

I was just talking about this book at the library I work at with a coworker and I told her how much I loved it and she bought it and put a hold on it so I'm glad to say I loved this book it was a fun read and I loved how funny, and sweet, and fun it was

My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Levine is a delightful and captivating novel, brimming with heartfelt moments and some of the most enchanting kissing scenes I have ever encountered. This book is a must-read for anyone who adores vampires.

Tropes/Info: forced proximity, slow burn, pining, age gap, paranormal romance, friends to lovers, rom com, HILARIOUSLY CUTE NOTES

Looking for a sweet and delicious book to sink your teeth into this fall? Well, you’re in luck! My Roommate is a Vampire is a MUST read this spooky szn for all my romance pals out there! It’s hilarious, fast-paced, and has the BEST vibes.

Seriously, this book had me cracking up every other page. I simultaneously couldn’t put it down but didn’t want it to end! I fell in love with Cassie and Frederick’s banter. And Frederick was too precious for words, my goodness! 😍😍 If you went through a vampire phase as a teenager, this book will reignite that love.

I'm not interested in vampires per se, but the cover looked cute and I'm always on the lookout for romcoms that I can read at one a.m. in the morning when I can't get back to sleep.

There was a real effort here to be quirky, and many of the elements almost worked, but perhaps I'm simply too old for the intended audience. The vampire hero is supposed to be two hundred years old, but there was no convincing sense of history, no mindset from the 1820, a period I know really well after decades of reading in it.

The heroine was maybe a bit too manic and clueless perhaps? Anyway, once she finally discovers what's going on, the story flattened rather than got funnier, and I'm not all that sure about the consent when the two get together.

I think a younger audience, especially one that doesn't read much actual history, will like it just fine.

Short synopsis: Cassie is in desperate need of somewhere to live after being evicted from her current place, finding a Craig’s list ad for a spacious room for dirt cheap she jumps art the chance.

My thoughts: I was a bit in a reading funk when I started this, and I was pleasantly surprised how light and easy this was. I was excited to pick it up and see what happened next.

I thought his little “secret power” was funny and a unique spin on regular vampire powers. I also liked that even though there was much to not understand about each other, they both tried really hard!

Also, I was totally here for the non third act breakup! There was no miscommunication and no snippy remarks just to drive the other person away! Also, the prologue solution was perfection!

I did a mix of audio and physical reading of this, the narrator did a great job at voicing the characters but I didn’t love the male “vampire” voice. It sounded very Transylvanian (maybe that was intentional and I missed the point).

Now please excuse me while I go find a kumquat to try. 😉

Read if you love:
- Craig’s list ads
- Roommates to lovers
- Kumquats and exotic fruit
- Unique art projects
- Vampires
- Age gap 😉

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️

A fun, quick read. This book started out strong for me but didn’t hold my interest all the way through. I wish the story was longer and had more time to develop the relationship between the two main characters. It made me laugh, and I liked the main character, but overall the story fell a little flat. Loved the Buffy references though :D

Thank you NetGalley, Jenna Levine, and Berkeley for a free copy of My Roommate Is a Vampire (coming out on August 29th!) in exchange for an honest review.


For 2023, I’ll be using this rating scale:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I mourned the ending of this journey 🥹
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ really enjoyed and would recommend
⭐️⭐️⭐️ it was fine
⭐️⭐️ I didn’t enjoy this journey
⭐️ I dnf’d or wish I’d dnf’d
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ this is smutty smutty erotica 🥵
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ medium burn
🌶️🌶️🌶️ slow burn
🌶️🌶️ romantic b plot / closed door / YA romance
🌶️ no romance / nonfiction

This was such a quirky read and I had so much fun with it!

Blurb: When Cassie sees an ad for a room-for-rent at only $200\month, she’s skeptical, but also desperate. Turns out, her new living situation and roommate are just as weird as she expected. But things get even weirder once she realizes her super hot, weirdo roommate is not only a vampire, but a vampire who was in a coma for the past 100 years.

What I loved: The characters were goofy and lovable. The paranormal rom com vibes were spot on! The writing and storytelling made for a quick read and kept me engaged the whole way through.

What didn’t work for me: The multiple mentions of Instagram and TikTok. It was a bit cheesy at times. The third act problem was resolved way too easily, imo.

Overall, if you’re looking for some fun paranormal books to add to your fall lineup, I would definitely say to put this on the list!

"In the end, though, this is your painting. Make something you love."

Thank you NetGalley for granting me access to a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Rom com + a vampire, count me in! I quite honestly cannot wait to pick this up on August 29 when it hits the shelves. It's the happiest, sweetest, funniest little story ever told.

Let me explain. Think: Hotel Transylvania, but the human world is explained by a girl that's just like you. Fredrick, Cassie's new (necessary) roommate, which is unfortunate by the way, seems to be written right out of a regency novel. He's approximately the least cultured person she has ever met, and if she didn't need to... live, so badly, she would probably leave for the simple truth that he is the oddest person she has ever come across. Well, that is, until she finds out he isn't a person at all. Is it a spoiler when being a vampire is quite literally in the title?

Watching Fredrick learn to manage the 21st century is one of the most entertaining things I have ever read. The low stakes made this so much more than just another vampire story. It captured the absolute joy of fiction and merged it with the hilarious side of what you might do if vampires actually existed. I couldn't put it down. I couldn't' stop laughing at every single reference to vampire fiction in our own reality. I was having so much fun I forgot I was reading at all, honestly. Fredrick could be MY best friend, at this rate.

Cassie was such a fun main character, too. I loved reading about her own view of the world through art and laughter. She was funny, relatable, and kind in a way I feel like authors forget they can voice their characters with. I wanted more of Fredrick's notes, more of his diary, more of his curiosity. I don't think I can recommend a single book more than this one.

Please pick it up on August 29 or any day after. You will not regret it for a single second of the read, I promise.

cassie needs a cheap place to live—and fast. but when she finds a perfect apartment for only $200 a month, she can’t help but be skeptical. beggars can’t be choosers, though, so she decides to move in. sure enough, her new roommate is pretty weird. this is something cassie’s fine putting up with—until she finds bags of blood in the fridge, and realizes the truth: her roommate is a vampire.

ever since i saw this cover i’ve been in love with this book, so i was so excited to get the arc!

this book definitely put the “com” in “rom-com.” a problem i have with a lot of books listed as rom-coms is that they’re not actually funny. however, this was not the case with this book. frederick was kinda stuck in time so his fashion and language were both very outdated, both of which led to some pretty funny moments.

i would highly recommend this book to anyone wanting a fun adult rom-com!

I may be (re)entering my vampire romance era – this book was perfect for spooky season! Yes it’s hokey, but I liked Frederick’s whole “I woke up after being in a coma for a century.. Oh and I’m a vampire” storyline alongside Cassie’s “there’s no way this fancy downtown Chicago apartment is actually $200 but I’ll take it” desperation. Putting them together in this forced proximity roommates-to-lovers romance led to some fun interactions between the characters. I also loved that while it was mostly told from Cassie’s POV, we got glimpses into Frederick’s thoughts through his letters and text conversations. I’d recommend this if you are looking for a quick vampire romance read that was silly and light - I read this in one sitting during a ~5 hour car ride.

Thank you Netgalley and Berkley for the advanced review copy.

Loved this book! Roommates trope done well. Adorable use of notes, texts, emails, and more to offer multiple perspectives to the story. Kept it a fast read but with so much added context! Communication between the characters was open and respectful! The obvious respect for vampire content and lore was apparent. Loved the references to popular vampire fandoms and stories. As an artist, I also really appreciated the descriptions of Cassie's work and process. Her character was fully developed beyond I love color and paint, but here is my point of view and why I care and why I do it. Made me really want to see her finished works!!