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baileyblake's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
Possible spoilers but not giving specifics. I mention how I feel about the ending but do not give details, just vibes here.
Described to me by a fellow bookseller as a mix of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Kate and Leopold”. Lovable regency romance mixed with vampire drama with a dash of a modern rom-com? Sounded like a perfect palette cleanser. I really wanted to like this but with all its potential “My Roommate is a Vampire” fell completely flat.
The characters were lacking; moments of promised lovable character development was rare and mixed with drawn out, repetitive and sometimes, extremely cringey dialogue. The author focused on the most random things for far too long, leaving the ending feeling rushed and their connection hollow. We were also given hints to some really interesting lore and secondary characters but instead of exploring what they could add to the story, we get a vague mention and then sent right back into the same exhausting plot the author would not break from.
Overall, it was a relatively cute story with some genuinely hilarious moments of “wtf did they just say??” but felt like a first draft.
P.S. If I never read the words “staring at (insert mundane item, like shoes, here) like it was the most interesting thing in the world” or the word “incredulous”, again, it will be too soon.
Described to me by a fellow bookseller as a mix of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Kate and Leopold”. Lovable regency romance mixed with vampire drama with a dash of a modern rom-com? Sounded like a perfect palette cleanser. I really wanted to like this but with all its potential “My Roommate is a Vampire” fell completely flat.
The characters were lacking; moments of promised lovable character development was rare and mixed with drawn out, repetitive and sometimes, extremely cringey dialogue. The author focused on the most random things for far too long, leaving the ending feeling rushed and their connection hollow. We were also given hints to some really interesting lore and secondary characters but instead of exploring what they could add to the story, we get a vague mention and then sent right back into the same exhausting plot the author would not break from.
Overall, it was a relatively cute story with some genuinely hilarious moments of “wtf did they just say??” but felt like a first draft.
P.S. If I never read the words “staring at (insert mundane item, like shoes, here) like it was the most interesting thing in the world” or the word “incredulous”, again, it will be too soon.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Confinement, Sexual content, and Kidnapping
Minor: Blood
ajhling's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This books is lighthearted and enjoyable. I had moments where I genuinely laughed and ultimately found myself enjoying the easy read.
This book is pretty much the epitome of rom-com energy. And considering that was the goal of the author, I would say it met it's mark. I know if I ever need a pick me up, I'll probably read this book again.
I would recommend reading this book when you want something light hearted, that gives off massive rom-com energy, and that you can relax with when you need to.
This book is pretty much the epitome of rom-com energy. And considering that was the goal of the author, I would say it met it's mark. I know if I ever need a pick me up, I'll probably read this book again.
I would recommend reading this book when you want something light hearted, that gives off massive rom-com energy, and that you can relax with when you need to.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping and Sexual content
Minor: Blood
Blood is also mentioned, because, you know, vampires. I wouldn't even bother putting it into content warning because it should be a given. Kidnapping is a minor plot point near the end of the book, and I'm only putting it in 'moderate' because it wasn't a brief description or mention. Please note that unlike many romance books out there these days that are aimed towards an adult female audience, this one isn't full of sex. So for those of us who prefer to avoid copious amounts of sex scenes this is good book for you. This book contains only one sex scene and while it's descriptive it's not over the top, boarderline erotica descriptive.biobeetle's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Sexual content, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Toxic relationship
margaret_k30's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Sexual content
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Death
mdeochoa15's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Kidnapping
melissaslibraryy's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A cute and fast-paced novel about a vampire gentleman falling for a broke artist after a century long coma.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Kidnapping
hcgambrell's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Kidnapping and Death
ran_fluggy's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
It was a cute book, I didn’t love the massive age gap that was only mentioned once. Honestly I was really into this book until they got together. Once they were together it felt weird. I didn’t love their relationship.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Kidnapping
jcreads85's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
This book was a good pallet cleanser, a bit of fluff to follow up some other recent books. I enjoyed the read, it was lighthearted, had some decent character development but lacked any real substance that would make me aching for more or jumping on sequels.
For those who like slow-burn, minimal spice (there is one scene - decently written - near the very end), and of course an interest in cross species/monster/paranormal romance, then this book is for you.
It’s not a deep book, though I think it was trying to be at least in the way of our MC, Cassie. Unfortunately, she wasn’t written as a very strong lady lead. She lives the typical “starving artist” life and lacks self confidence. So while the love interest Frederick commends her on being self-sacrificing, I found her a little frustrating and perhaps a bit of a doormat. Or at least too much of a “helper”. And it’d be great if we could have a lady without the cliche background of bad boyfriends, falling for the wrong guy, etc.
Also, there were weird moments where I thought the author was trying to add depth, and maybe a little bit of mystery and darkness, but it just didn’t have enough. It was more daytime sitcom - too funny, too many endearing moments that broke up the story. For example, I thought our MCs reaction to discovering vampirism is real a little understated. And the kidnap-rescue plot was a flop, totally unbelievable. It felt really anticlimactic and a cop-out for trying to figure out an ending for the story that led to the happily ever after.
The story is written first person, single point of view…except when it wasn’t. And this I loved. The story was epistolary, a favorite of mine. We get the notes written between Cassie & Frederick within many of the chapters. But on top of this treat, most of the chapters started with journal entry’s, text exchanges, and letters between our leading man and others. Or about him from another’s point of view. It basically gave us a bit of his POV and fed into the vampire world subplot.
In general, I wouldn’t discourage a read of this book. It was unique, lighthearted, and quick. I’m not mad I read it. And I looked forward to the moments we saw into Frederick’s mind and world. It’s a solid, middle of the pack, sort of romance.
For those who like slow-burn, minimal spice (there is one scene - decently written - near the very end), and of course an interest in cross species/monster/paranormal romance, then this book is for you.
It’s not a deep book, though I think it was trying to be at least in the way of our MC, Cassie. Unfortunately, she wasn’t written as a very strong lady lead. She lives the typical “starving artist” life and lacks self confidence. So while the love interest Frederick commends her on being self-sacrificing, I found her a little frustrating and perhaps a bit of a doormat. Or at least too much of a “helper”. And it’d be great if we could have a lady without the cliche background of bad boyfriends, falling for the wrong guy, etc.
Also, there were weird moments where I thought the author was trying to add depth, and maybe a little bit of mystery and darkness, but it just didn’t have enough. It was more daytime sitcom - too funny, too many endearing moments that broke up the story. For example, I thought our MCs reaction to discovering vampirism is real a little understated. And the kidnap-rescue plot was a flop, totally unbelievable. It felt really anticlimactic and a cop-out for trying to figure out an ending for the story that led to the happily ever after.
The story is written first person, single point of view…except when it wasn’t. And this I loved. The story was epistolary, a favorite of mine. We get the notes written between Cassie & Frederick within many of the chapters. But on top of this treat, most of the chapters started with journal entry’s, text exchanges, and letters between our leading man and others. Or about him from another’s point of view. It basically gave us a bit of his POV and fed into the vampire world subplot.
In general, I wouldn’t discourage a read of this book. It was unique, lighthearted, and quick. I’m not mad I read it. And I looked forward to the moments we saw into Frederick’s mind and world. It’s a solid, middle of the pack, sort of romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Minor: Body horror and Kidnapping
air12's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Sexual content, and Kidnapping