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This book is bonkers in the best way and I wholeheartedly enjoyed it. Great odd couple romance with a fun twist. Looking forward to more

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**Thank you Netgalley for the ARC**. This book was absolutely hilarious and adorable! This is the realest vampire story I think I’ve ever read. The comedy and the awkwardness of the story was absolutely enchanting. I had to put the book down several times to stop laughing. The characters are relatable and lovable. The storyline itself really sinks its fangs into you and the humour is spot on. There’s spice but it’s not in your face and pretty tame. So many pop culture references and just great moments. 100 percent recommend this book to anyone!

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This was a cute, fun read! It was just what I needed to get out of a reading slump. I loved the characters and their quirks. Some aspects of the book such as pacing could be improved but I enjoyed this and would definitely pick up other books written by this author in the future!

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I really loved the relationship between Fredrick and Cassie. I really got to know them better and how they interact with each other before I dived into the spicy content. I hate when I am introduced to the characters and there is not much time until there is spicy content for me to even get to know them. I also think that the spicy parts were well written and this coming from a person that prefers cleaner reads. I think the ending happened a little faster than I thought it would, but overall I think it is a book I would recommend.

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Another supernatural romance that is charming and fun. I am a sucker for vampire roms, and this one has great dialogue, excellent character development, and great tension!

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Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing for an eARC of My Roommate is a Vampire!

This books was really cute and hilarious. It was very quirky at times. The only reason it does not get a higher rating is the rushed and anti climatic ending. I do recommend it for a quick and funny read though. A+++ to the cover design btw!

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Utterly delightful rom-com! I've really been enjoying all the vampire books lately as I'm a huge fan and there's been very little vampire material in recent years. My Roommate is a Vampire is perfect for you if you're a fan of cute and fluffy romances!

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"My Roommate is a Vampire" is an adorable romcom romp. Our heroine Cassie is in urgent need of cheap housing and finds an incredible deal on a room sharing situation. She goes to check it out and finds that the owner is...a bit eccentric. His clothing is beautiful but not exactly current. He is clueless about essential features of modern life and his language (and sense of humor) shows it. Oh, and he's also never awake during daytime hours. All of that would make one run--but the rent is cheap, and did we mention Frederick J. Fitzwilliam is very, very, very pretty?

The author isn't playing coy here about the book's intentions or the goal of the plot. This is a fun book, relaxing like a hot bubble bath, guaranteed to make you giggle.

With gratitude to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read this book.

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This book was a delightful read that brought together comedy and romance in a charming way. The concept of a vampire, who had been asleep for a century, navigating modern life by taking on a roommate was amusing, especially as he learned about things like credit cards and how to order coffee. The story was full of laughter, and I found myself cackling with joy.

Cassie was a character who was still trying to figure out her life and art, and although she desired to be put together like her friends, she maintained her fierce independence. She opted to move into a cheap apartment with an odd older man named Frederick, who had a stoic and old-fashioned demeanor. Despite his initial denial, Frederick was smitten with Cassie, and the two developed a friendship as they learned about modern life together. Ultimately, they fell in love in a heartwarming way.

The story was filled with sweet moments, including the classic roommance staples, such as accidentally bumping into each other in a towel. I enjoyed reading this book immensely and am eagerly anticipating Jenna's next work.

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My Roommate is a Vampire was a super fluffy supernatural romance that I would offer as a quick and easy beach read to folks looking for something new. Cassie is a down-on-her-luck artist who needs a place to call home and the mysterious stranger on the other side of the Craigslist ad might just be her forever roommate.

With a few cute tropes found throughout the book, this would be a great title to hand to someone who was looking for a low-stakes romance. I will say it might have been the lightest vampire romance I have read, with no violence at all, and very little bloodlust or blood mentioned throughout the book. I was able to make my way through this title in a day and while there wasn't a lot that make this title stand out, I could see folks enjoying the title.

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I'm not sure how to describe this book because it wasn't very romantic, and while it was trying to be funny a lot of the situations were too over the top. Random things kept happening that did not flow together well, and the conflicts were all resolved quickly without incident. The book cover was really cute, and I wanted to like this story as a quick fun read but I did not feel invested in the characters or plot, so I do not think I will recommend this title a lot for readers advisory.

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Cassie is in a tight spot and when she reads an ad for an apartment that seems too good to be true, she can’t pass the opportunity up. Turns out that there are some strings attached to being roommates with Frederick J Fitzwilliam.

This book is an absolutely delightful romcom! There is pining and then there is the pining you find in this book. By the time these two finally realize the other is also feeling what they’re feeling you are practically yelling at the page “Kiss already!!!”. Cassie and Frederick are the epitome of opposites attract in the most perfect way.

I adore this sweet book and if you are looking for an easy, adorable read, this book will be perfect for you.

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I couldn't get into this one. After many chapters, I decided there were other books more worthy of my time.

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I absolutely loved this. I've been in a reading funk and Frederick's voice brought me out of it. He is so funny. I was dying when he called his friend a reprobate. I'm also very happy to have read a vampire romance that doesn't involve laws and a High Court. The drama of shopping at Nordstrom is exactly the level of stakes that I wanted. This was a blast. Also, great cover.

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First and foremost thank you Netgalley and Berkeley publishing house for allowing me the opportunity to read and review this advanced review copy.

My Roommate is a Vampire, honestly the synopsis snagged me in with the promises of a rom com and let’s be honest vampires making a come back in the big house publishing companies I’m excited for. (There are loads of hidden indie gems that are still popping them out but the last x amount of years haven’t been too many on the big front shelves).
The main characters have loads of witty banter via notes and face to face and it’s this awkward yet cute meet of “I’ll show you how this works” sorta thing as he’s soo far behind the times it’s like a cute golden retriever romance.
But he’s also a bit of a brooder dashed in.
The concept is sound its plot also flows well and it’s over honestly quite shortly, it’s a slow burner romance but perfect for those in need of a light hearted happy read.
Well done for the author on their debut.
Rating 3.5

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Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy. I enjoyed this book a lot. Very funny, and the characters were well done. Wasn't the most remarkable book I have read, but I would still recommend this, especially to people who want a quirky romcom.

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Oh my gosh! I love love loved this book! So funny and sexy, rom-com lovers will devour this. I will absolutely be recommending this one!

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This is an absolutely laugh-out-loud, entertaining, and eccentric paranormal romance between a quirky, selfless, artsy heroine and a cinnamon bun immortal with dreamy Mr. Darcy vibes.
"How to be a Roommate with a Vampire and Teach Him How to Adapt in the Modern World" sounds like a hilarious and creative sitcom concept that I would happily binge-watch for seasons.
Super fun. Super silly, overall a great time!

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I had such high hopes for this one and while it was a fun read, it was a bit of a let down. It just had so much potential but it wasn’t as polished or innovative as I was expecting it to be; everything from the plot to the chemistry felt very surface level. I also would have preferred to have more of Frederick’s POV, though the letters and text messages interspersed throughout were a nice touch. My favorite part was the brief Taylor Swift interlude. 😂

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I was bored throughout the middle of the book. I just didn't feel any real chemistry between the main characters. When it started getting interesting, the resolution fell flat.

Honestly, I had the hardest time visualizing Frederick. I kept imagining the old-school Dracula spouting "I vant to drink your blood!" - definitely not sexy.

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