Sadly, I didn't end up enjoying what was one of my most anticipated books. I found the love interest to be rather dull and lacking much of a personality. I wasn't very convinced of their chemistry.

Such a cute and fun read, it was a perfect fall read. I loved the writing style and would definitely buy more books from this author.

Am I in my cinnamon bun era?! Yes! Is this one immortal? YES!

If you enjoyed Twilight, I think you might enjoy this one. He’s a vampire but not the scary type. It’s funny but not over the top ridiculousness.

The book goes exactly how one thinks based off the title. The two end up as roommates. She’s obviously the human and he is a fish out of water in her lifestyle. Everything slowly advances from there. Definitely more on his part than hers but maybe that’s what happens when you’re 300 years old.

I would have liked more depth to the characters as individuals, then maybe it could have been a little just….more. But it is what it is and it’s a fun easy read!

I FLEW through this title. Cassie and Fredrick are sheer perfection. I love how Levine wove in the vampire aspect without it being incredibly gothic - it felt campy/creepy when necessary, but mostly normal for Fredrick. I'm also really excited when characters also work through STUFF, so seeing Cassie grow and accept who she is as an artist is super heartwarming. Knowing Fredrick is a vampire who can only conjure fruit when he's nervous will be my favorite weird power forever.

This was one of my most anticipated books - the premise sounded super fun and that cover is to die for. Unfortunately, My Roommate is a Vampire really did not land for me. I understand the angle the author was going for - Frederick was a man out of time, trying to assimilate to the present. However, he felt really one dimensional and his dialogue wasn't so much man out of time as it was awkward. I also found he had very little chemistry with Cassie.

I also kept waiting for more vampire stuff. There was none of the longing glances, the tension, the neck staring I had hoped for. In fact, I think if you removed the vampire stuff, large parts of this wouldn't change. The ending also really felt half baked to me. If these vampires are willing to imprison someone to force a marriage, it seems unlikely that they'd be cowed into releasing him by a human with a video recording. Overall, this was a letdown for me.

I would like to thank the publisher, Netgalley, and the author for the ARC of this book. I read an advanced copy of this book, so the final edition of the book might be slightly different. All thoughts and opinions are my own, as always.

I was ecstatic for the release of this book, as it sounded exactly like the sort of romance I would love, and I’m a massive fan of this author. That meant I was beyond excited when I was approved for this ARC, and dived into it right away! It’s taken me a bit to sort of figure out my final thoughts about this book. I wanted to separate my actual reading experience from the excitement and hype I had for the book, so I could better understand what I actually thought of it.

The best way to describe this was that it’s a super fun book. It’s perfect for reading in one sitting, and I found myself quickly turning page after page shortly after I’d started it. I just remember having so much fun with the first 70% of this book, which I’d read entirely in one day. And overall that’s the main word I’d use to describe the book, fun.

Unfortunately, it isn’t exactly memorable. While it was fun, it also had some issues that made it not feel long-lasting to me, and I don’t think it will be a long-term favorite I find myself returning to time and time again. I think this was partially due to the pacing, and how the way I ended up portioning the book while finishing it. Like I said above, I read about 70% of the book in one day, and finishing the last 30% over the next two days because I ended up being a bit busy. I definitely think it’s possible that, had I finished the book in one day, I would’ve liked it more than I did. In the end, that final 30% of the book ended up being my least favorite, and it left me feeling a bit disappointed by the book (as the ending often shapes my final thoughts of a book). It just felt extremely chaotic and rushed, with way too many plot points suddenly needing to be resolved in the final few pages of the book. It heightened the drama to an almost absurd level due to the speed at which everything unfolded, and it just didn’t work for me.

That isn’t to say that my issues were only with this final part of the book, it was just that the way it ended made me notice other things about the book, specifically the pacing, I realized that while I was enjoying the way the romance built up, the amount of time it took to get anywhere meant there was very little time for more end-stage romance moments to happen (the scenes after the love confession, where we see how the couple actually works together and get to see cute moments between them). It left this sort of odd feeling for me, where the book read really quickly, yet still took a while to really get anywhere romance wise. And then when we finally got to that point, there was almost no space left in the book to see what it actually meant and see them happy, which was just really unfortunate. It meant my excitement while reading really tapered off near the end, because I saw myself getting closer and closer to the end of the book while still hoping for a lot more to still happen, both romance and plot wise. I wish there had just been more space for this at the end.

Overall though, it was a fun and quick read and I did enjoy myself overall, especially for the beginning half of the book! While it’s not the favorite I hoped it would be, I’ll still be checking out future release by this author for sure!

*Review will be live on my blog on November 24th

My Roommate is a Vampire offers a delightful twist on the conventional vampire romance genre, presenting a refreshing and wholesome take on the everyday struggles of love, friendship, and, of course, supernatural cohabitation. The series combines humor and heart in equal measure, steering clear of the typical dark and brooding vampire stereotypes. The charming characters and their endearing interactions create an overall sweet and enjoyable atmosphere. The show manages to strike a balance between the supernatural and the mundane, making it a standout in the genre. For those seeking a lighthearted and wholesome escape with a touch of the supernatural, My Roommate is a Vampire proves to be a delightful choice.

This was a perfect read for October, fun premise and I really enjoyed how it played out.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review.

My Roommate is a Vampire was probably my favorite October read. I loved the direction this book took with a vampire romance. Frederick was such a interesting character. And I loved the way the story and their romance developed, it kept me guessing wondering where the story was going to lead. This book was fun and sexy and well done! Highly recommended!

Cassie Greenberg loves being an artist, but it’s a tough way to make a living. On the brink of eviction, she’s desperate when she finds a too-good-to-be-true apartment in a beautiful Chicago neighborhood. Cassie knows there has to be a catch—only someone with a secret to hide would rent out a room for that price.

Of course, her new roommate Frederick J. Fitzwilliam is far from normal. He sleeps all day, is out at night on business, and talks like he walked out of a regency romance novel. He also leaves Cassie heart-melting notes around the apartment, cares about her art, and asks about her day. And he doesn’t look half bad shirtless, on the rare occasions they’re both home and awake. But when Cassie finds bags of blood in the fridge that definitely weren’t there earlier, Frederick has to come clean...

Cassie’s sexy new roommate is a vampire. And he has a proposition for her.

Before reading this book myself, I had seen a lot of mixed reviews. Some people really didn't like it. Others were so so while even more still really loved it.

I am a huge fan of vampire related fiction and nonfiction, so I don't think it comes as any surprise that I loved it. From the cute and quirky cover to the fun and funny romantic shenanigans, this book hit all the major points for me.

The characters are relatively relatable (with the exception of the supernatural aspects) and they are fun and easy to love.

This hit all my my feel good fluffy romance markers. 10/10 would read again and highly recommend.

Jenna Levine's "My Roommate Is a Vampire" is a fun and quirky take on the classic roommate comedy with a supernatural twist. This book combines humor, romance, and the supernatural to deliver an engaging and entertaining story that will keep readers entertained from start to finish.

The novel introduces us to the protagonist, Lily, an ordinary college student looking for a place to live. Her life takes a fantastical turn when she ends up sharing her living space with a rather unconventional roommate, Eli, who just so happens to be a vampire. As they navigate the challenges of cohabitation, Lily discovers that living with a vampire can be both hilarious and full of unexpected surprises.

One of the novel's strengths is its humor and wit. Jenna Levine infuses the story with a playful and light-hearted tone, and the banter between the characters, particularly Lily and Eli, is both charming and laugh-out-loud funny. The juxtaposition of the mundane and the supernatural in everyday situations adds a delightful layer of comedy to the narrative.

The characters are endearing and relatable, with Lily serving as a likable and relatable protagonist. Her reactions to the unusual situations she finds herself in are realistic, and readers will easily connect with her as she tries to make sense of her new roommate's vampire quirks. Eli, on the other hand, is an intriguing and multi-dimensional character, balancing his supernatural nature with a strong sense of humor and humanity.

The pacing of the story is well-structured, and the plot maintains a good balance between humor and romance, all while exploring the challenges of accommodating a supernatural roommate. The novel also introduces a cast of supporting characters who add depth to the story and enhance the world-building.

It started with great potential, from the middle of it onwards it got a bit boring and the ending was really wtf without need. Cassie is cool, but Frederick looked more like a robot than a charming, I-don't-know-how-old vampire. I even found the ending cute and consistent with the story presented.

My Roommate is a Vampire is my latest recommended book. Seriously. I went to a baby shower as I was finishing this book and could not stop recommending. If you grew up watching "True Blood" and have wanted something lighter, contemporary, and a tad grumpy, then you have to read My Roommate is a Vampire. It's hilarious in how accurate it would be to real life - barring the whole vampire thing right? - and adorable all at once.

PSA: Everyone go buy this book immediately! It is GENUINELY one of the funniest laugh out loud rom coms I have ever read.

I'm still shook this is a debut??! I read this in literally one sitting because I couldn't stop myself from flipping through the pages. I was giggling 80% of this book.

This book needs to go below the definition of romantic comedy in the dictionary. It was entertaining, cute, and the paranormal aspect was *chefs kiss*. I'm a lover of romance and vampires, but this exceeded my expectations by a landslide.

Fredrick may be a vampire, but he is my new book boyfriend. He is the SWEETEST, kindest vampire ever and the little things he did for Cassie made me swoon! (The pots/pans, chicken soup, and Buffy the Vampire.... IYKYK)

The slow burn chemistry between Cassie and Fredrick is quite literally the best I've ever read. Not to mention the bedroom scenes, the spice was off the charts.

My FAV part about this book are the texts, diary entries, notes, and letters from Frederick's perspective. Oh my God. It made this book perfection.

Seriously, this is the perfect fall book and it's fall season! Go buy it. You will not regret it! I will shout from the rooftops about how amazing this book is.

This one is pure fun and a great kickoff to #spookyseason! Don’t judge me I know it’s early but I love any spooky vibes so I’m here for it!
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Cassie is a struggling artist who needs somewhere to live fast and cheap.
She finds the solution in an ad. She finds herself rooming with Fredrick J Fitzwilliam, a formal man who looks like he is right out of the pages of an regency romance, sleeps all day and is extremely formal? There’s nothing suspicious about that right?! Her suspicions come to a head when she finds her fridge full of blood and he must come clean about what he really is. The audio of this is super fun and always love when a book is set in the Chicagoland area!
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Huge thank you to @berkleypub @berittalksbooks @thephdivabooks @dg_reads @prhaudio and @netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
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*4.5 stars

This book was VERY cuteeeeee...

It made me swoon and it made me laugh until I peed my pants. Fredrick's naivety towards the modern era was so fun and I loved when he pointed out the stupidity of it all because he of course was very right. Cassie was also very patient with him like he was a small raging toddler and it was very entertaining.

And though the book was very adorable a majority of the time, there was some steamy moments that made me aghast in surprise. It was a VERY welcome surprise, but it made me wish for more...

I also thought the ending was just a tad rushed... It was like a blinked and the conflict was over and we were already at the happily ever after.

Overall, this book was ADORABLE and if you are looking for a vampire book that is more on the side of cute rather than dark, pick this one up!

If you are looking for a quick, fun read this is a great choice to go with!
a vampire who is so out of touch with the modern world, hes only asking 200$ a month for rent for a roommate. our fmc takes the offer, of course before knowing hes a vampire.

this was such a fun book! highly recommend

This story, just a refreshingly wholesome take on a vampire romance that never fails to make my heart beat a little faster. A truly stunning debut.

I absolutely loved this one! It was just a silly goofy time and I had a great time reading it. I also loved that there was no third act breakup which I find is really rare to find in romcoms! Would definitely recommend this one.

My Roommate is a Vampire by Jenna Levine is a cute, surprising, and satisfying read about a young, extremely broke artist who ends up living with a vampire.

If you are looking for a quick, fun read (or listen) this is a good choice. As a debut novel I think the author has a lot of potential as she continues to write. Her descriptions of the vampire Frederick Fitzsimmons were often laugh out loud funny. Imagine taking a Regency character from Downton Abbey and bringing them into the world of cell phones, automatic coffee makers and the casual way millennials dress and there is a ton of fodder to laugh at.

The mystery aspect was a little far fetched for me but I was invested enough to see it through. Right now paranormal is having a moment for mainstream readers so I think this is a great entry point for many readers scared to go out of their comfort zone.

I wonder if a short novella or a sequel is coming to see how Cassie and Frederick fair as a couple. Hope so!