I love a good Rom com and this was a fun and light read. It was predictable but overall put a smile on my face. Perfect when you want a bit of comfort.

Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the ARC of The Roommate Experiment in exchange for an honest review.

I could not have been more excited to get my hands on this book! Camilla Isley was easily one of my favorite authors to grace us with her presence in 2024 and I absolutely adored the first two books in this series. I devoured them with lightning speed, and the third installment was certainly no different. I was overjoyed that Dylan and Hunter finally got their moment, as Hunters crush had been teased since book 1. If you are looking for a spell binding slow burn (and by slow burn I MEAN slow burn) romance, then look no further! I hit the 50% mark and was absolutely on the edge of my seat waiting for Dylan to wake up and claim what was right in front of him.

Throughout the novel it was so endearing to watch Dylan and Hunter grow their relationship organically and let me tell you, it was well worth the wait once their worlds finally collide. I also really appreciated the epilogue wrap up, as this is likely the last book in the series (unless Camilla surprises the pants off of us and somehow builds in another one-but realistically I don’t see that happening). Everything about the relationship that exists between Dylan and Hunter is so sweet and endearing, which is why I fell in love with this series. In reading every book, you can’t help but fall in love with the characters and kick your feet in the air like a teenage girl as their love stories unfold in such fun way. I know there will be those that complain that there wasn’t enough action in this book, or that it was slow moving, or Dylan’s character may have annoyed them at times, but I think all of those things are what made the book perfect in its own way. Everything happened just as it should in its own time and I enjoyed every bit of it. Am I sad that this storyline is likely over? Of course I am! But let me tell you, I’m so incredibly glad it happened in the first place. I cannot wait to see what Camilla cooks up next for us because I will be first in line to read it!

I am loving Camilla Isley’s The Roommate Experiment! Chapter one had me laughing out loud—Hunter’s inner monologue is hilarious! I liked it so much I read it twice 😊The chemistry between Hunter and Dylan is electric, and the forced proximity trope is perfectly executed. As always, Camilla Isley delivers a perfect blend of humor and relatable emotions. I wish there was another member of the group so I could look forward to another story in this collection! This book is hands down my favorite in the Funny Feelings series. If you're a fan of witty banter and swoon-worthy romance, this one’s a must-read!
Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the talented Camilla Isley for this very entertaining read!

The Roommate Experiment is a dual POV forced proximity contemporary romance. Hunter has had a crush on her best friend’s brother, Dylan, for over a decade. When he moves in to the apartment, Hunter hopes he’ll start to see her as more than his little sister’s friend. It’s the third book in a series about a trio of friends.

Overall, the book didn’t really work for me. The romance genre has a lot of tropes and familiar storylines and, to an extent, that can be satisfying, but I thought the dialogue sounded unnatural and there were a lot of cliches in the writing. I didn’t dislike the main characters, but I didn’t really feel fully invested in their love story. However, without any spoilers, there was one aspect about the conclusion that I appreciated.

The last book was a bit of a let down so I was cautious going in but I loved this. It was so funny so see him try to break up with his girlfriend and fail every time. I figured something was up with it and the reveal was hilarious. Seeing them try to seduce each other was a lot of fun.

I received an arc through netgalley.

I read This Is Not A Holiday Romance this past December and loved it, so I was thrilled to be able to read an early copy of The Roommate Experiment. I did not realize that these books were part of a series - the Funny Feelings series - before I started reading this one, so I have not yet read If The Ring Fits, but will be as soon as I can (for me, not having read If the Ring Fits didn't impact this story).

The Book:
If you've read either of the other books in the Funny Feelings series, this one focuses on Hunter & Dylan.

Hunter has had a secret crush on her best friend's brother, Dylan, forever and starts daydreaming about them falling in love when Dylan moves in with her. But, Dylan drops a bomb - He's been seeing someone.
Once living with Hunter, Dylan can't help but see her in another way - But he can't have feelings for his little sisters best friend - can he?

Told in dual-POV between Hunter & Dylan, the story follows them on bad dates (for Hunter), failed attempts at a breakup (Dylan), forced proximity, and a seduction war.

My Thoughts:
A perfect, light, funny, closed-door rom-com. I enjoyed seeing characters from This Is Not a Holiday Romance and recognizing Hunter & Dylan and I enjoyed so many fun moments in this book. I felt good inside this story and it was a really nice "escape".

It's a feel good romance you can read while on the go. I won't say I'm addicted but it's cute to get you by.
I feel like the FMC was too obsessed from the beginning. Like calm the hell down. You don't need to have a freak out everytime you see him with his girlfriend. There was tension but it left me somewhat unfulfilled.
All in all, this book is something you can read for fun and enjoy it along the way. Will recommend for a good time.
**Thank you Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC**

I can't believe I've only read one other book by Camilla, because I really enjoy her books! This was an easy read that quickly pulled me in. My only issue is that the relationship development was a slow burn. The characters finally got together in the last 10% of the book, and I wish it had happened sooner so I could have enjoyed more of their story as a couple.

I loved all the characters, even the dramatic Olivia!

I'm adding the rest of Camilla's books to my Goodreads TBR list!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

This book was exactly what I needed; a fun, feel-good, slow-burn romance with just the right mix of humour and heart. The Roommate Experiment was such a delight from beginning to end, and I found myself smiling through so many scenes!

The set-up is classic rom-com gold: one secret crush, one spare bed, and two people who are clearly meant to be. I loved the forced proximity trope here, it felt playful and organic, not overly dramatic. Watching the relationship grow from roommates to something more was satisfying in the best way.

The female lead was relatable, grounded, and had this quiet charm that made me root for her right away. She’s smart, emotionally layered, and just the kind of heroine you’d want as your best friend. And the male lead? Absolute softie. Charming, supportive, and surprisingly vulnerable at times, he was the perfect match for her without ever overshadowing her.

The chemistry was there from the start, but it’s the emotional connection that really carried the story for me. Their shared moments, funny, awkward, and heartfelt were so well written, and the pacing kept me hooked.

Also, shout-out to the background characters who added that touch of chaos and warmth and it made everything feel even more real and engaging.

If you love a sweet romantic comedy with flirty banter, a little pining, and a satisfying happy ending, The Roommate Experiment should be at the top of your list. It’s one of those books that makes you want to hug it when you’re done.

The Roommate Experiment is a funny, heartfelt, and occasionally frustrating story of long-time unrequited love colliding with unexpected proximity. Hunter has been in love with Dylan—her best friend’s brother—for over a decade, despite being practically invisible to him. When he moves in as her new roommate, it feels like fate… until she learns he’s already seeing someone.

Told in dual POVs, the story balances pining and awkwardness with moments of warmth and levity. Hunter’s voice is endearing—quirky, messy, and painfully relatable. Her inner monologue during Dylan-in-a-towel moments? Comedy gold. Dylan, on the other hand, takes longer to warm up. His indecisiveness and lack of action can be frustrating, especially during key turning points.

The writing is breezy and accessible, and the series’ interconnected nature adds charm—especially for those already invested in Rowena and Adrian’s story. The revisited scenes are a clever touch. However, some pacing issues and the fade-to-black intimacy might leave readers wanting a bit more payoff, especially after such a long build-up.

What stands out is the layered inclusion of heavier themes like dyslexia and endometriosis. Isley weaves them in without bogging down the light tone, giving the story more emotional depth without losing the rom-com feel.

The Roommate Experiment is a feel-good slow-burn with enough humor, tension, and emotional honesty to satisfy fans of the genre—even if it doesn’t quite hit the same highs as earlier books in the series. 4stars

This book made me feel like a teenager, remembering crushes and remembering dreaming about them.
I really enjoyed the book. This was my first book from the author and I am very happy to say that I enjoyed Camilla’s writing.
I found that she always chore the perfect timing of when to change the POV of hunter and dylan. Loved the lightness and also comical touches in the writing.

Thank you Boldwood Books for this ARC! This is a sweet little rom-com between two roommates. One who’s been pinning after the other for as long as she can remember. I really loved the last 100 pages of Hunter and Dylan playing games with one another to get the other to notice them. I wish we could have seen more of that fun relationship throughout more of the book. I think I wanted more of a build up when they finally got together though. Loved all characters and other relationships throughout the book, makes me want to pick up her first two books to see how those relationships formed.

Hunter has had a crush on her best friend’s older brother, Dylan, for years, but he’s never really seen her. When he temporarily moves into her spare room, Hunter hopes proximity might finally turn his attention her way. What follows is a very slow burn story, awkward moments, and tender realizations. Watching the walls slowly come down is one of the strengths of this book. Hunter is relatable and easy to root for, with her passion for science and her inner dialogue that blends vulnerability and wit. Dylan, meanwhile, is charming in his own right, perhaps a little too superficial.
While I found the book very fluent to read, I somewhat disliked the way of thinking of both characters who, in my opinion, lack depth. I understand that this is meant to be a simple romantic comedy but I admit that at times I found it very difficult to get to the end of the novel.

Firstly, that cover is stunning!!

Loved the premise of this book. And requested it on a whim.

Thank you so much for allowing me to read this.

Ok so I truly loved this book. It was so cute. Omggg.

I was hooked and I remain obsessed.

Tqtqtq for this opportunity

Want a good laugh?, A throw-your-hand-on-your-face,
“my goodness, do it already!” kind of story?
Then this one’s got you.

The setup: She’s had a crush on him forever, he’s her childhood crush and her best friend’s brother. So when a roommate situation puts them under the same roof? Oh, the hope! The potential! The slow-motion rom-com dreams! …and then boom-hope crushed.
Turns out he’s got a girlfriend.

But even with that unexpected twist, the story delivers some solid entertainment. The back-and-forth between the leads is full of awkward run-ins, and genuine, fun banters,

You know how every book always has the perfect man that we fall for?
Well this one doesn't. But do we still fall for him? Of course we do.

He’s messy, complicated, and always the people pleaser. And through this we learn a bit more on what goes on in the minds of people pleasers with always putting others first.

I give it a solid 4 stars, If you're in the mood for something funny and a little chaotic,
This one's worth a shot.

Thanks Netgalley and publisher for sending me this ARC in exchange for an honest review,
I actually didn't know this was a sequel until i finished it, so I'm looking forward to reading the 2 previous ones.

I wanted to like this story. I enjoy forced proximity tropes and I love friends to lovers. However, for me the writing just wasn't there. The characters felt very juvenile despite them being in their late 20s. Their thinking and problem solving was very immature. I also felt they were lacking depth, they felt like a cardboard cut out of a personality and not like a fleshed out character. The problems and resolutions were all very overt and easily solved/ seen. I think my favorite part of the whole book was the pranking between the couple at the very end. In general, not a compelling read.

Cozy rom-com with all the tropes I like, brothers best friend, forced proximity, there’s some laugh out loud moments, this was the 3rd book in this series but can he read as. A standalone, well worth the read.

Thanks for the ARC #NetGalley

The Roommate Experiment is a cozy, feel-good rom-com that leans into classic tropes—forced proximity, best friend’s brother, and one bed—with a light touch and plenty of charm. Camilla Isley knows how to write banter that sparkles and characters who feel like they’ve walked right off the screen of your favorite romantic comedy.

Hunter is relatable in her pining and awkwardness, and while Dylan sometimes felt a little too perfect (baking? rescuing her from a bad date? come on), the chemistry between them builds at a satisfying pace. Their dynamic has a fun mix of tension and sweetness, and even though the setup isn’t groundbreaking, it delivers exactly what you want from a trope-driven romance: heart, humor, and some swoon-worthy moments.

The plot doesn’t dig too deep, and a few emotional beats could have been sharper, but if you're in the mood for a breezy escape with a guaranteed happy ending, this is a great pick. A solid standalone that might just tempt you to check out the rest of the series.

The Roommate Experiment by Camilla Isley is a delightful addition to the romantic comedy genre, offering readers a charming blend of humour, chemistry, and heartfelt moments. The story centres around Hunter, a woman who has harboured feelings for her best friend’s brother, Dylan, for years. When Dylan moves into her spare room, their dynamic shifts. As they navigate the complexities of living together, Hunter finds herself grappling with her emotions and the boundaries of their relationship.

This was such a fun read! I have not read the first two books in this series, but that didn’t affect my enjoyment at all - this works well as a standalone. I’m excited to go back and read the earlier books to learn more about these characters.

Tropes & Themes I Loved:

Interconnected Standalone
Forced proximity
Flow Burn
One Bed
Best Friends Brother

Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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First of all I’d like to thank the publisher and net!galley for granting me a free e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

If you would like to enjoy this book as much as I did, it gets published MAY 27th.

I absolutely loved to read THE ROOMMATE EXPERIMENT. It was an easy going read, which i read in less than 5 hours.
I adored the characters and the build up of the story.

However I thought that the break-up was postponed a little too much, the final come together was worth it.

I adored the brotherly moments between Dylan and Tristan.
✨You’re my number one too✨

As I appreciated Clara for giving Hunter a sounding board when she felt all alone in the world.

To be fair I couldn’t stand Olivia, if someone showed up like that in my personal space, I don’t know if I could react that calm.
✨I don’t think Hunter likes me.✨
Well you think girl? I’m quite sure. 🤭

Thank you very much Camilla Isley for giving me the chance to read this book in advance. I truly loved it.