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olivialandryxo'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
5.0
Talia Hibbert is a romance writing deity. I’ve absolutely loved four of five books I’ve read by her, and their skill in creating three-dimensional characters and sweet and steamy romances continues to astound me.
The Roommate Risk features friends to lovers, as well as plenty of pining and banter. I loved Jasmine and Rahul’s friendship, and seeing that evolve into a romance was such a treat. The chemistry between them is top tier, easily some of the best out of all the fictional couples that have stolen my heart over the years,
Not only did is there an epilogue in the book, but signing up for Talia’s newsletter gets you access to an additional bonus epilogue. I truly feel spoiled. Extra content is the best, especially when it’s romantic content.
I may or may not end up reading all of Talia’s backlist books as I wait for them to release more! And I definitely want to buy this book. I can’t help myself.
Representation
The Roommate Risk features friends to lovers, as well as plenty of pining and banter. I loved Jasmine and Rahul’s friendship, and seeing that evolve into a romance was such a treat. The chemistry between them is top tier, easily some of the best out of all the fictional couples that have stolen my heart over the years,
Not only did is there an epilogue in the book, but signing up for Talia’s newsletter gets you access to an additional bonus epilogue. I truly feel spoiled. Extra content is the best, especially when it’s romantic content.
I may or may not end up reading all of Talia’s backlist books as I wait for them to release more! And I definitely want to buy this book. I can’t help myself.
Representation
- fat Black queer protagonist
- Indian love interest
- sapphic side character of color
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Grief
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
Minor: Self harm and Blood
Brief mention of semi-severe injuries: a cut from a knife and a cut from a razor.zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really felt for Rahul in this. I am really affected by characters who are in love with someone who "doesn't do relationships" because I've been there and it's really painful and bitter-making.
As always, Talia Hibbert is a fantastic writer. I listened to the audiobook. The narrator is the same as for The Princess Trap, and he is REALLY good at describing the intimate scenes. He is not so good at accents though, since his accent for Rahul sounds like the same accent as for the male lead in the previous book, and they are not at all from similar countries.
As always, Talia Hibbert is a fantastic writer. I listened to the audiobook. The narrator is the same as for The Princess Trap, and he is REALLY good at describing the intimate scenes. He is not so good at accents though, since his accent for Rahul sounds like the same accent as for the male lead in the previous book, and they are not at all from similar countries.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcoholism and Grief
Minor: Self harm
Parental neglect