My Roommate Is a Vampire - by Jenna Levine (Paperback)

I thought the book sounded cute, and I've read books like this before, but something about this book just did not pass the vibe check. It was a super boring build-up of the story line, with little tension between the lead characters and a situationship that felt like it came out of nowhere. I know authors that have written books like this that have done way better jobs, but if you don't like tension then this book is for you!

This was so cute, it’s a very enjoyable read and I actually laughed out loud a few times.

Such a fun light read. I really enjoyed this book.

My Roommate is a Vampire by Jenna Levine is not the type of book that I normally read. But I was looking for a story that would make me laugh, and My Roommate is a Vampire sounded like it would do the job. Boy was I wrong! I did not laugh once. The characters are not developed, and I was not a fan of Cassie. Cassie is thirty-two, but her attitude and lifestyle is similar to someone in their early twenties. Cassie obtained a degree in a field where there are few jobs (of course is up to her neck in student debt. She manages to get evicted frequently. Cassie moves into her spacious new abode with Frederick and gets upset that he does not have pots and pans. Cassie should not be judging Frederick (pot meet kettle) since she does not own pans either (nor dishes, silverware, etc.). I did not feel the chemistry between Cassie and Frederick. Both parties are instantly attracted to each other. I quickly tired of Cassie talking about Frederick’s attributes. The relationship took time to develop (it was like watching grass grow). The vampire aspect was weak. There were smidgens here and there. There is more about Cassie’s odd art pieces and how she creates them. I did enjoy the references to Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I was not a fan of the foul language or the intimate scenes (they were too graphic for me). The story lacked humor. I believe some parts were supposed to be amusing, but they did not work. The texts between Frederick and Reginald (the only other vampire in Chicago and he is the opposite of Frederick) could have been amusing if they had been done differently. There is a situation at the end that was just ridiculous and so was the resolution. I thought the story was way too long (352 pages—good grief). The majority of the story is told from Cassie point of view (just small snippets from Frederick). I struggled to finish My Roommate is a Vampire. What should have been an amusing story ended up being ho hum.

I will accept zero criticism on this book. I was nervous going into it because some people gave it a 3/5 star review but this is a total 5/5 stars for me. I wouldn’t change a thing. The vampire is flippin adorable and so polite. I love him so much. Frederick is just adorable. I laughed out loud reading certain parts. The spice wasn’t super heavy but it also wasn’t super light - for me it was just right. I’ve never read a book with this particular plot and I’m just in awe. I need more from this author. Hoping there’s a sequel!!! I’m getting back into reading and I’m head over heels with this. I already want to read it again. Ahhh LOVE. Probably one of my favorite books I’ve ever read in my lifetime. Is that cheesy and dramatic? Maybe, but I don’t care. Just try it!

This was such a fun read! It was silly, funny, and really heartwarming. Such a cute and unique plot.

I adored this book. It’s a quick read with the cutest and funniest little moments between the main characters. If you’re wanting a book that is quick, simple, will make you giggle and won’t leave you feeling any certain type of way. This is the perfect book! Would definitely recommend to someone in a reading slump.

I personally loved this quick, quirky read. I liked the forbidden romance, the slow burn, the perfect amount of spice. With this being the authors debut book, I’m excited to see what other cute and quirky books she’s creates.