such a CUTE read! adam and sabrina stole my heart in this book! i just wanted to keep reading; i didn’t want it to end! reading it made me feel like i was watching a rom-com from the early 2000s🩷 i devoured this book in 2 days and i don’t regret the loss of sleep at all.

I really enjoyed this book. Normally I shy away from 3rd act breakups but I feel like this was resolved well and not drawn out when Adam moves back to Philly.

There’s good character depth with Sabrina and her grandmother and Adam and his mom’s death and close minded father. I feel like that is relatable in today’s world.

A young woman with an older woman roommate who finds herself very attracted to her roommate’s grandson that’s crashing on their couch?! This book was such a refreshing premise, and I loved most of it. Seeing Adam and Sabrina bond over the many things they have in common (especially when Sabrina made Adam read the Hunger Games) and then the surprisingly spicy bits when they finally got together was just so cute. I also loved how much they both cared about Marcia. It felt like there was a lot of depth to the book, especially since Marcia was bi, and came out at an older age.

However, I really did not like the “competition” that came about between Adam and Sabrina most of the way through the book when they started fighting over who would get to continue living with Marcia. This revealed a side of Adam that I really did not enjoy, and seemed to hurt Sabrina because of it (although that was never addressed after). *slight spoilers incoming* However, the main thing about this that frustrated me was that Marcia obviously said that Adam would have to move out, and she never even suggested that it was possible Sabrina would be kicked out. This side of Adam just felt cruel as he just pushed Sabrina into this competition, especially considering that Sabrina really needs the room to continue to be able to pay her living expenses.

Unfortunately, this really ruined the book for me. If it had ended at about 65%, I almost definitely would’ve given it five stars.

Thank you to Forever (Grand Central Publishing) and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Meredith Schorr always kills it with her novels. I loved how unique and different the premise of this book was. I loved the FMC and her roommate. Having someone younger with an older roommate was a fun dynamic. I enjoyed the banter between Sabrina and Adam. The sense of found family in this one was really great. Like all Meredith Schorr books I was hooked from the jump.

While 'Roommating' had such an interesting premise, I found it lacking energy. It wants to be like so many romance novels that it struggles to find its own originality which harms its own characters and story progression. I felt like the author was trying extremely hard to make this a romance novel similar to the authors she references to throughout the book. As a result it's just not going to have a lasting memory. Originality and authenticity is an author's bread and butter and this was lacking.

I'm being truthful here I had put down the book several times and it felt like a chore picking it back up because I was....bored. So bored and nothing was picking up. It wasn't giving me anything and the character's traumas, problems, and insecurities just were plain. I always try to be honest and this just wasn't for me.

Thanks to Forever for the digital arc.

This is cozy read to curl up with a cup of tea and melt away in adoration to the characters and their stories.

Roommating warmed my heart from start to finish. The story felt incredibly realistic and relatable, making it such an enjoyable read. As someone who lives across the country from my grandma, I couldn’t help but imagine what it would be like to live with her, which made this book even more special.

Meredith Schorr’s writing is spot-on, from her choice of words to the slang and references that perfectly capture Gen-Z vibes. If you’re looking for a comfy, lighthearted, and adorably realistic romance, I highly recommend picking this up!

Thank you, NetGalley and Meredith Schorr, for the ARC!

Library page and grad student Sabrina has found the perfect solution to her loneliness and budget woes; she used an app to pair with a senior citizen who needs a youthful roommate to provide a little care and oversight. It’s a win-win situation: Sabrina gets a break on rent, Marcia gets help navigating technology, and they form a wonderful friendship. Marcia reminds Sabrina a little of the nana she wasn’t on good terms with before her unexpected death. Everything is great until the grandson Marcia became estranged from wants to crash for an extended visit while between jobs. Adam and Sabrina hit it off, and she even gets him a job at her library. They give in to their chemistry, and begin a clandestine hookup. Adam is sweet, hot, and a reader (swoon!) and happy to stay on the couch—until a health scare determines too many roommates might be a stressor and one of them has to go. An unhealthy and sometimes unhinged competition begins.

I loved the voice and pacing, and Jewish representation thrills me. While Marcia, Sabrina and Adam are not observant, they share culture touchstones and generational trauma. I did have an issue with several plot devices, such as Adam basically getting handed Sabrina’s page job when she is promoted to a part time position at 20 hours with no benefits — as a long time manager and worker in municipal libraries, this is not how it works, unfortunately. Their messing around at work didn’t sit well either; as his trainer and supervisor, it’s a sexual harassment complaint waiting to happen, and knowing this really spoiled my enjoyment of the story. I love how well read both Adam and Sabrina are but the constant name dropping of book titles and championing of library services got old for this veteran public servant—it felt like pandering instead of enthusiast and became didactic instead of integrated just in time learning to reveal plot, character and setting. One more edit might have elevated this to a 4-star book for me.

I received a free advance review copy of #roommating via #NetGalley courtesy of #Forever. A review will post to HLBB in June 2025.

3.5⭐️
Overall, This was a cute story and I enjoyed the banter between characters and the love and respect that these characters shared for libraries.

All the characters in this book had unique relationships with each other and I was thoroughly entertained watching the dynamics of their relationships unfold. This might be a me thing, but my only qualm was when Sabrina asked her mother for money. I get the reasoning and motivation behind it but it was hard for me to watch her take the money and go gallivanting in Europe after she had missed the deadline for her grant. The adult in me was screaming for her to utilize that money for school and create some financial security in her life first but YOLO. All in all, I did enjoy the premise of the book and would probably read more of this author’s work in the future.

Thank you netgalley and Forever Publishing for the arc.

Perfectly bookish 📚

Plot: Sabrina is matched with 72 year old Marcia on a roommate app. The app pairs people in need to cheap living with older folks in need of some help around the house (how fun). The two become fast friends, and get along perfectly. Things are flipped when Marcia’s long lost grandson, Adam, comes to live with them for an unknown amount of time.

My Thoughts: I loved the plot of this book, but I didn’t love the execution. Marcia was by far my favorite character. She was fun, whitty, and took no bs. I wish we got more of her story, because her life seems fascinating. I loved the relationship with books both Sabrina and Adam had. Working at a library was fun, and something I haven’t read before. Their relationship though….not my favorite. The build up was great, the short term during was fine, but the fallout was annoying. They were both very immature in my opinion (yes, I know they are only 23), but come on. It was a little ridiculous. The grand gesture at the end saved it. I feel like a POV from Adam may have bumped this up to a 4 star, and more Marcia I cannot stress enough how awesome she was!

Thank you Forever Publishing and Netgalley for an advanced e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

-Slow Burn
-Forced Proximity
-Bookish
-Jewish Representation
-LGBTQIA + Representation
-Single POV
-1/5 Spice Level

Another homerun for writer Meredith Schorr with "Roommating." The story delivers some of her best characters yet, with a twenty-something librarian-to-be, an aging retiree roommate and her sweet but a bit lost grandson. Fun support characters peppered throughout to help support the story. Roommating screams rom-com, but the story is a little more complicated yet still has the final pay-off we all expect. Highly recommend.

Meredith Schorr’s Roommating is a breezy, fun romp that puts a fresh spin on classic romance with a quirky multi-generational twist. Sabrina, a grad student who’s always busy with her library page job, suddenly finds her world turned upside down when her elderly roommate Marcia invites her estranged grandson Adam to crash in their cramped Manhattan apartment. What starts as a practical move to help mend some family ties quickly spirals into a series of hilarious and steamy midnight mishaps, complete with a particularly unforgettable bathroom encounter that sets the stage for a fast-paced, lighthearted love story.

Even though the book’s quick pace and cool library vibes keep things entertaining, some parts feel a little too rushed. The conflicts are wrapped up so fast they sometimes feel a bit surface-level, and the instant spark between Sabrina and Adam might leave you wanting a bit more build-up. Plus, the dialogue can come off as overly stream-of-consciousness and the pop culture nods might hit a bit too hard at times. Still, Roommating manages to charm its way into being an ode to grandmothers, book lovers, librarians, and romantics alike—making it a fun, quirky escape into modern urban living.

Thank you Netgalley for this ARC. Rommating by Meredith Schorr is a fun and charming romantic comedy that explores the ups and downs of modern relationships. The story follows a character navigating love, friendship, and personal growth in a relatable and lighthearted way. Schorr’s writing is witty and engaging, with well-developed characters that readers can easily connect with. The romantic chemistry and humorous moments make this book an enjoyable and heartwarming read. Overall, Rommating is a delightful pick for fans of feel-good romance with a mix of humor and heart.

I really enjoyed this book; the tension, the roommates, the miscommunication but gets cleared up, and Marcia. The writing was enjoyable and I liked the fact that there were modern references (like Taylor Swift, Patti Smith, and other book references).

The only part of this book that I didn't particularly enjoy was the whole competition between the two love interests on who should be the actual roommate for Marcia. I think it had to do the timing for me; the whole competition didn't start until the 60% mark. Nor did it feel like something that the two main characters would do, it felt very out of character for me.

However, I really liked the fact that there was miscommunication, but the roommates were responsible and talked it out.

Overall, this was a really enjoyable book!

Thank you NetGalley, Forever (Grand Central Publishing), and Meredith Schorr for letting me read this book early in exchanged for a honest review.

Thank you NetGalley & Forever Grand Central Publishing for allowing me to read this book!
Roommating by Meredith Schorr is going to be released on June 10th 2025. It's a contemporary romance and it was my first by this author.
Sabrina is too busy with grad school and work to think about dating—until her roommate Marcia’s estranged (and gorgeous) grandson, Adam, moves in. As their chemistry heats up, a health scare forces them into a battle to prove who should stay in the apartment. But winning the space might mean losing their chance at love.
I enjoyed this book, but unfortunately, the excessive pop culture references pulled me out of the story.

This book was soft, warm and cozy. It was a very sweet read I never wanted to end. I loved everything about this book. Was absolutely fantastic.

Room mating by Meredith Schorr
Romance
Pub Date: June 10, 2025
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I have been a huge fan of Meredith’s since I read As Seen on TV! I was so excited for this one and it did not disappoint. I love the NYC vibes, the main characters love of reading and becoming a librarian! The roommate situation between Sabrina, Marcia and Adam was perfection! This was just such a fun story! I want to move into the apartment too!!

Sabrina has been living with Marcia who she found through an app that places older people with younger ones to help them out. Everything is going so well, Sabrina and Marcia get along great. When Marcia’s grandson Adam wants to come and get to know his estranged grandmother, Sabrina is all for it and complete understands. When the roommates start to notice more tension and steam they aren’t sure what to do. And when it’s time for someone to move out…who’s it going to be?!

If you are looking for a great rom com read this is it! Make sure to check it out when it releases on June 10! Thank you so much for the e-arc @readforeverpub

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This was a cute rom-com story! I liked the main characters and the storyline was easy to follow along.

Roommating is my new favorite book by Meredith Schorr! Grandmas, dogs, libraries, lots of books, New York City, romance—yes, please! This rom-com is full of cuteness and fun. It’s a page-turner to add to your TBR list before it releases in June.

Roomating by Meredith Schorr is aboslute fun and cozy romance!

It's sweet, soft, full of slow burn romance that will have you begging them to finally kiss. It's such a sweet nod to libraries, our elders, grandmas, romance, and Adam and Sabrina's falling for each other. After Sabrina matches with an older roommate and then her grandson comes in and needs a place to live and then ensues the battle for the place and romance. I loved the way they got to know each other and in their forced proximity fall for each other and its tender, sweet and hopeful.

Roommating shines as Meredith Schorr’s latest. An ode to librarians, book lovers & bookstores alike. We follow MC Sabrina through her journey in finding herself, family and found family. Chock full of love and humor with a septuagenarian roommate (but don’t tell her that!), silly puppy antics and a swoony unexpected couch-hopper - I was hooked from the get-go! This book is a fresh take on cross-generational friendship and love.

ARC via Net galley

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