Minka Kent’s The Perfect Roommate draws you into Meadow’s story where subtle tensions begin to surface between her and her new roommate, Lauren. There’s an underlying sense of unease that steadily builds as their friendship develops, keeping you questioning which woman harbors the darker side. This slow-burn suspense is one of the novel’s key strengths.

While I found the overall plot solid—if somewhat predictable in places—the author skillfully delivers enough twists to keep the reader invested, and the ending, though partially anticipated, still held satisfying surprises.

With its brisk pacing and accessible writing style, The Perfect Roommate is perfect for a weekend binge-read. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to fans of the domestic thriller genre. Thank you Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for this arc.

Meadow has just been evicted and is desperate to find a new place to live. She feels like she lucked out when she finds an ad posted for a roommate and finds herself with not only the perfect place to live, but also a new friend. I liked both Meadow and Lauren (as characters in this book) and found their dynamic captivating. This was a quick read with a lot of fun twists! It will make you never want to ever be roommates with someone.

Broke and socially isolated Meadow thinks that she has finally found the best friend of her dreams when she moves into glamorous Lauren's apartment. Meadow is quickly taken under Lauren's wing, with makeovers, nights out on the town, and introductions to friends. But when Meadow discovers that Lauren is having an affair with her college professor, the friendship takes a dark turn. The Perfect Roommate was quick and juicy. A good popcorn thriller when you don't want to invest in something 400 pages long. Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for an ARC of this title in exchange for my honest feedback.

3.5 stars!

Meadow shares intimate details about her roommate’s daily life, including her routines and habits. However, Meadow hints at knowing something even more significant—something crucial that the roommate has done.

This book certainly had its moments of suspense, but I found it to be a bit of a slow burn—definitely not my cup of tea. The writing was sharp and engaging, yet it leaned more towards the young adult genre, which can be a bit of a deal-breaker for me unless it’s exceptionally clever.

Our protagonist, Meadow, is your quintessential student who has to juggle studying and working just to get by. It’s a relatable struggle that many of us faced during our school years. However, Meadow’s journey isn’t exactly smooth sailing; she’s easily swayed by some questionable ideas and friends who are, let’s say, less than ideal. At times, she comes off as a bit naive and seems to lack a strong sense of self. As the drama unfolds, it’s hard to believe she doesn’t realize that her circle and environment are not exactly conducive to someone with ambitions and future plans.

If you’re a fan of girl drama, betrayal, obsession, and gossip, this book might just be your jam. I’ve enjoyed other works by this author, but this one didn’t quite resonate with me. I found myself losing interest a few times, which is never a good sign. I’d love to hear your thoughts on it!

Thank you, Thomas & Mercer, for the digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book was so good! It was incredibly addicting and grabbed me right from the start. The authors writing and style worked so well for me. I will definitely be checking out more books from the author. The twists and turns were done so well. I find that in a lot of thrillers that I can guess the ending, but not this one!

The Perfect Roommate is a twisty, fast-paced psychological thriller that kept me hooked from start to finish. Meadow, a college student in need of a place to stay, finds herself in an ideal living situation with the stylish and ever-charming Lauren. But as their friendship deepens, unsettling secrets begin to surface, making you question who can truly be trusted.

Minka Kent's writing is sharp and engaging, making this a quick and entertaining read. The story unfolds with just the right amount of suspense, keeping you guessing without overwhelming you with complexity. While some twists were predictable, the journey was enjoyable, and the character dynamics added depth to the narrative.

If you're looking for a compelling thriller, The Perfect Roommate delivers a devour in a single sitting type read that is intriguing, delightful and drama-filled!

Special thanks to NetGalley for the ARC

3.25 🌟

Minka Kent has become a go-to thriller author for me. You can tell this is one her early books, but I still enjoyed it for a fun, bingeable read. It was hard to tell what exactly was going to happen with Meadow and Lauren. I had some of it figured out but some of the twists at the end were still a surprise.

Recommended for fans of fast-paced, twisty thrillers.

Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the ARC.

College student Meadow needs a new roommate. She is struggling to make ends meet, but gets lucky when she finds a place with Lauren. Lauren is a privileged young woman and soon takes Meadow under her wing. Lauren introduces her to her friend group, gives her clothes and helps her with a makeover. Meadow is feeling great, but soon finds out that Lauren is having an affair with a college professor. Not just any college professor – – the husband of her friend. Murder, deception and double crossing follow.

This was my first Minka Kent book. It was pretty predictable, but a really easy read. Her writing style is kind of similar to Freida McFadden’s books.

Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer For a copy of this book.

Great twisty mystery that’s good from beginning to end! Meadow simply needs an affordable place to live while she finishes college. When she sees an ad for a cheap room in a nice house, she’s over the moon. Lauren takes her under her wing and for the first time Meadow feels accepted by a group of friends. But then there’s a murder and things get hairy!

The Perfect Roommate offers a compelling exploration of friendship, identity, and the lengths individuals will go to protect their secrets. While some readers found elements of the plot predictable, the novel's engaging narrative and character dynamics make it a worthwhile read for fans of psychological suspense. I did really enjoy this book, and was quite shocked by the ending - which is hard to do!

Very good fast paced thriller. Easy to read and great story. I do wish the characters had been developed a little more but the ending was definitely good and I didn’t expect it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a gifted copy of this novel!

This book is fabulous if you are looking for a fast-paced, popcorn style thriller. I was hooked from the first chapter, and found myself not about to put it down. The story is told from one POV with short chapters to keep you moving. Despite this, I didn’t have any issues with the character development or depictions. I went into this one pretty blind but based on the first couple of chapters, I had some assumptions as to how the plot was going to play out but I was flat out wrong. I have really enjoyed other books that I have read by this author and this one is no exception. I would definitely recommend giving this one a read!

After requesting, I realized I had read this a few years back. Minka’s books are always easy reads with a few twists. This one was ok. It wasn’t my favorite by her but this is just my opinion and I would encourage new readers of her work to give it a try.

Thank you, NetGalley, Minka Kent's and Thomas & Mercer for this ARC.

I have read a couple of books from this author and they are hit or miss with me. I think had even read this book before. Parts of it was familiar with me. This book is disturbing and I really don't think I'd ever want a roommate. I found the characters very annoying!! The plot was interesting, but I did struggle with finishing the book.

THE PERFECT ROOMMATE by Minka Kent
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This book is about a roommate and how a friendship develops, which later turns into various problems.

It is a short book, I think it could have ended around 90%, as the last part felt unnecessary. It feels light and the story gradually builds up, becoming interesting around 70%, which is why I can’t give it more than 3 stars according to my taste. Will be interesting to read more books from the author, I heard are good!

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This book was not it. It was boring, predictable, and I hated all the characters. This is my second book by this author and I just don't think this author is for me.

The Perfect Roommate is a fast-paced, intriguing psychological thriller. Having just been evicted, Meadow is in need of a cheap place to live. Lucky for Meadow, she finds Lauren who is looking for a roommate ASAP - no need for a credit check, long lease, or even a deposit. When introvert Meadow starts to hit it off with Lauren, she believes dreams do come true. Meadow now has a lovely place to live, a friend group, stylish clothes, and, most importantly, confidence. However, that confidence soon begins to fade when she realizes that Lauren has been lying to her from their first introduction. Both roommates have deep hidden secrets - just how far will each go to ensure their secret is the one that stays hidden.

The Perfect Roommate is a fast-paced, exciting thriller that also delves into the complexity of female friendships and insecurities. While a shorter book, the author does a great job of developing the main character. I really appreciated the epilogue. There was plenty of suspense throughout the book, and the mystery kept me guessing. I will definitely recommend The Perfect Roommate and will read more by Minka Kent.

I received a complementary ARC of this book from NetGalley on behalf of the author and the publisher.
This book starts out normal enough. Meadow needs a place to live to finish her last semester at college. She's struggled for years and is almost finished. She works hard as a house cleaner, studies, keeps to herself. When she sees the add for a roommate and goes to the house to meet with the other student she'd be living with, it all seems to good to be true. As the new roommate Lauren starts to befriend Meadow things start getting weird. There is a lot of twists and turns in this one I don't want to give to much away but I enjoyed this book and it was a quick read for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the ARC. I really wanted to like this book a bit more. It was a bit predictable with a minor twist in the end. It was just OK for me.

Wow. This was an amazing twisty psychological thrillers. Minka doesn't disppoint ever.

A must to read if you haven't read her work.