The Temporary Roomie: Extended Edition Romantic Comedy
The Temporary Roomie is an extended-edition romantic comedy about salon owner Jessie Barnes, who moves in with her best friend's brother Drew after her flat is flooded. Their pretend relationship and rivalry turn into a deeper connection, while Jessie faces an unexpected pregnancy and an uncertain future.
At a glance
- Expanded edition with a never-before-seen chapter, as described in the listing.
- A rivals-to-lovers story built around temporary cohabitation and a pretend relationship.
- Jessie is dealing with a flooded flat and an unexpected pregnancy while staying with Drew.
Reference price: £10.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The central setup combines forced proximity, fake dating and banter between the leads.
- The expanded edition adds a previously unseen chapter to the story.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Headline Eternal |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 5 Nov. 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1035419343 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1035419340 |
| Weight listed | 236 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 3.2 x 19.6 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a contemporary romantic comedy with rivals-to-lovers and fake-dating elements.
- Fans of stories centred on close character interactions, humour and a developing romance.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a romance without pregnancy or difficult relationship circumstances.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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19% 19% - 2 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the humour, pranks and banter between Jessie and Drew, along with appreciation for the characters and a quick, easy-to-read pace. Readers also describe the story as cute and sweet and praise its enemies-to-lovers dynamic. This aligns with the listing's relationship-focused setup, though the feedback provided does not establish how every reader will respond to the pregnancy storyline or romance.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the humour and the leads' pranks and banter.
- Customers appreciate the characters and describe the book as cute and sweet.
- The story is described as a quick, easy read, with praise for its enemies-to-lovers dynamic.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Temporary Roomie about?
Jessie stays with Drew after her apartment is flooded. Their arrangement involves pretending to be a couple, and their antagonism begins to shift into a closer connection.
What makes this an extended edition?
The listing describes an expanded edition that includes a never-before-seen chapter.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 336 pages.
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