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The American Roommate Experiment by Elena Armas
78 reviews
izziepng's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I liked this book but I think I liked The Spanish Love Deception more then this one. Is that controversial I don’t know but it’s the truth.
SPOILERS AHEAD
There was ABSOLUTELY NO REASON that Lucas and Rosie couldn’t be together other then that his visa was up. AND SHE CONFESSED HER FEELINGS AND HE WALKED AWAY, asshole.
But anyway they could of been together from the VERY BEGINNING there was NOTHING holding them back.
that’s all that’s why it lost a star because I feel like there should of been a reason that they couldn’t of been together.
I loved that it was dual POV and wish all books were. I love male POVS in books.
SPOILERS AHEAD
There was ABSOLUTELY NO REASON that Lucas and Rosie couldn’t be together other then that his visa was up. AND SHE CONFESSED HER FEELINGS AND HE WALKED AWAY, asshole.
But anyway they could of been together from the VERY BEGINNING there was NOTHING holding them back.
that’s all that’s why it lost a star because I feel like there should of been a reason that they couldn’t of been together.
I loved that it was dual POV and wish all books were. I love male POVS in books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Dementia
Minor: Violence
dayingst's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Injury/Injury detail
ellelockley's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Rosie is Lina's best friend. She quit her job as a well-paid engineer to become a romance writer only to enter a creative slump. Lucas Martín is the only one that can pull her out. I did really enjoy this book and I think Lucas and Rosie were such beautiful characters and because their flaws were so well written and developed, it made them seem more human. They're relationship was really beautifully written. There were a few bits that were uncomfortable and cringy to read (cough shower scene cough) and I don't think the s3x scene were very well written in my opinion. Even though I preferred the plot of the spanish love deception, i prefer the leads in this book. I'm also spanish so I can relate to the family dynamic which I really like. I'd recommend this book to anyone who loves a slow burn romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Dementia
Minor: Violence
rrubin97's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.75
So slow and hard to get into. Maybe because I didn’t read the first book j wasn’t attached to the characters. But then there was too much love bombing and it was just boring
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual assault
itsmemiana's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
LUCAS MARTÍN WHERE TF ARE YOU?????
I've literally been in Spain for 4 months (studying abroad), yet I can't find a Lucas Martín???? HELLO??
I'm telling you, and I never thought I would say this but, my boy Aaron Blackford has got some competition HOLY SHIT- idk which one I prefer so I'll take both.
I want this woman to write my future boyfriend cause these men are fucking perfect 😭😭😭
but I digress, this was so so cute. I want a relationship like Rosie and Lucas. I loved them so much, from the very beginning.
Rosie was so fucking relatable with how shy and introverted she was. like half the time I was thinking "she just like me fr".
I loved seeing Lina and Aaron again in their little appearances, they were as cute as always.
I wish we had seen more from the blooming friendship between Lucas and Aaron, I want them to be besties like Lina and Rosie.
also, finding out Lina and Lucas have a Portuguese side in their family?????? YES PLEASE (it was just a small mention but it made me so happy). I'm Portuguese so I really need to meet them 🙈 PLS MS. ELENA I'M BEGGING. I've never seen Portuguese representation outside of Portuguese books 😭
I can't wait to read more from the Spanish love deception world and obviously any other books Elena Armas puts out.
Also, I'm gonna add this to my favourites list and I know they're technically part of a series and when I love a series I only put the first book in that list representing the entire series but this is a series of standalones so it technically doesn't count.
I've literally been in Spain for 4 months (studying abroad), yet I can't find a Lucas Martín???? HELLO??
I'm telling you, and I never thought I would say this but, my boy Aaron Blackford has got some competition HOLY SHIT- idk which one I prefer so I'll take both.
I want this woman to write my future boyfriend cause these men are fucking perfect 😭😭😭
but I digress, this was so so cute. I want a relationship like Rosie and Lucas. I loved them so much, from the very beginning.
Rosie was so fucking relatable with how shy and introverted she was. like half the time I was thinking "she just like me fr".
I loved seeing Lina and Aaron again in their little appearances, they were as cute as always.
I wish we had seen more from the blooming friendship between Lucas and Aaron, I want them to be besties like Lina and Rosie.
also, finding out Lina and Lucas have a Portuguese side in their family?????? YES PLEASE (it was just a small mention but it made me so happy). I'm Portuguese so I really need to meet them 🙈 PLS MS. ELENA I'M BEGGING. I've never seen Portuguese representation outside of Portuguese books 😭
I can't wait to read more from the Spanish love deception world and obviously any other books Elena Armas puts out.
Also, I'm gonna add this to my favourites list and I know they're technically part of a series and when I love a series I only put the first book in that list representing the entire series but this is a series of standalones so it technically doesn't count.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Moderate: Dementia, Medical trauma, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Violence
chloelj27's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Even though this book was about Rosie and Lucas, Catalina and Aaron made sure to remind me of why I love them both so much with their little appearances!
I loved the glimpses we got of Rosie in TSLD, so was excited to learn more about her. I really liked her character and how she quit a well paid job to pursue her dreams was inspiring. I loved who she was as a person - protective of those she loved, family-orientated, bubbly, and outgoing. Having said all that, I wasn’t keen on the whole idea of her cyber stalking Lucas before they ever even met, so it did let Rosie’s character down a little bit for me.
Lucas was a great love interest for Rosie. His personality really shone through despite him processing recent events in his life. We all love a protective, sexy, romantic man who can cook and he bought it all and more! Both Lucas and Rosie really bought the best out in each other and I adored them as a couple and their journey.
I thought the take on the plot was cute, fun and a perfect fit for these two characters. It was definitely slow burn, but it was all worth it when that moment came. Definitely some cheesy and cliché moments/dialogue but I LOVED it and it fitted the premise well. Don’t even get me started on how incredible, thoughtful and beautiful those dates were! I probably didn’t connect as much with Rosie and Lucas as I did with Catalina and Aaron, but I still love them all!
I loved the glimpses we got of Rosie in TSLD, so was excited to learn more about her. I really liked her character and how she quit a well paid job to pursue her dreams was inspiring. I loved who she was as a person - protective of those she loved, family-orientated, bubbly, and outgoing. Having said all that, I wasn’t keen on the whole idea of her cyber stalking Lucas before they ever even met, so it did let Rosie’s character down a little bit for me.
Lucas was a great love interest for Rosie. His personality really shone through despite him processing recent events in his life. We all love a protective, sexy, romantic man who can cook and he bought it all and more! Both Lucas and Rosie really bought the best out in each other and I adored them as a couple and their journey.
I thought the take on the plot was cute, fun and a perfect fit for these two characters. It was definitely slow burn, but it was all worth it when that moment came. Definitely some cheesy and cliché moments/dialogue but I LOVED it and it fitted the premise well. Don’t even get me started on how incredible, thoughtful and beautiful those dates were! I probably didn’t connect as much with Rosie and Lucas as I did with Catalina and Aaron, but I still love them all!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cursing
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Toxic relationship
the_ninja_librarian's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.5
Considering I gave the Spanish Love Deception 1 star, this is a huge improvement. It's a 2.5, but still, a huge improvement.
The characters were more likeable than in SLD and had a bit more depth to them: more personality, hopes and dreams than just being obsessed with each other. I mean there was plenty of that too, but it was nice to have some personality independent of that. Armas explored injury and anxiety and the shame surrounding that a little bit which was interesting to read, within the context of a relationship, if a little superficial.
Things that improved it for me: Taco the dog - a dog will always make a book better for me. And it was a nice, easy read whilst stuck at home with Covid.
The characters were more likeable than in SLD and had a bit more depth to them: more personality, hopes and dreams than just being obsessed with each other. I mean there was plenty of that too, but it was nice to have some personality independent of that. Armas explored injury and anxiety and the shame surrounding that a little bit which was interesting to read, within the context of a relationship, if a little superficial.
Things that improved it for me: Taco the dog - a dog will always make a book better for me. And it was a nice, easy read whilst stuck at home with Covid.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Dementia, and Injury/Injury detail
roadesntoades's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Abandonment
liltastypuff's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
If you liked Love Deception I think you will enjoy this as well. A fun, slow burn, faking dating romance. I keep seeing this rated as very spicy and while there is some spice, if you are specifically looking for a spicy read you maybe disappointed.
Rosie and Lucas are both loveable characters. I especially loved Rosie, not overly sweet or perfect, and 'flawed' just enough to be relatable without bring frustrating.
Rosie and Lucas are both loveable characters. I especially loved Rosie, not overly sweet or perfect, and 'flawed' just enough to be relatable without bring frustrating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Dementia
thisreadingcorner's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved the dynamic between these two once they got going, but I wasn’t as strongly connected to them as SLD.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Injury/Injury detail