The Roommate

The Roommate by Rosie Danan is a contemporary romance published by Penguin on September 15, 2020. This 336-page novel explores the unexpected dynamics between Clara Wheaton, a well-mannered socialite, and her charming roommate, Josh. When Clara moves cross-country to be with her childhood crush, she finds herself in a surprising situation after a bait-and-switch leaves her sharing a lease with Josh, whose online persona complicates their living arrangement.
Readers will discover a narrative that delves into themes of female desire and societal expectations. As Clara navigates her new life with Josh, she confronts the stigma surrounding women’s sexuality and seeks to redefine her own experiences. The story unfolds with humor and warmth, highlighting the complexities of relationships and personal growth. This edition is presented in English and offers a fresh take on romantic comedy, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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“Warmly funny and gorgeously sexy.”—New York Times Book Review
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House Rules:
Do your own dishes
Knock before entering the bathroom
Never look up your roommate online
The Wheatons are infamous among the east coast elite for their lack of impulse control, except for their daughter Clara. She’s the consummate socialite: over-achieving, well-mannered, predictable. But every Wheaton has their weakness. When Clara’s childhood crush invites her to move cross-country, the offer is too tempting to resist. Unfortunately, it’s also too good to be true.
After a bait-and-switch, Clara finds herself sharing a lease with a charming stranger. Josh might be a bit too perceptive—not to mention handsome—for comfort, but there’s a good chance he and Clara could have survived sharing a summer sublet if she hadn’t looked him up on the Internet…
Once she learns how Josh has made a name for himself, Clara realizes living with him might make her the Wheaton’s most scandalous story yet. His professional prowess inspires her to take tackling the stigma against female desire into her own hands. They may not agree on much, but Josh and Clara both believe women deserve better sex. What they decide to do about it will change both of their lives, and if they’re lucky, they’ll help everyone else get lucky too.
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