The book has been generally well-received by readers within its genre:
Contemporary Romance, Sports Romance, New Adult . Plot Summary
The book is categorized as a sports romance, with many readers noting its connection to hockey . Reception Damn Roommate by Lou Garance
The romance develops gradually, building tension before reaching its "spicy" elements .
Living in the room right next to Nolan proves difficult for Scarlett, as he has always treated her more like a little sister than a romantic interest . However, as they spend more time together—challenging each other and sharing close moments on the couch—a new tension begins to develop between them, suggesting that their relationship might finally shift from platonic to something more . The book has been generally well-received by readers
Book Report: Damn Roommate by Lou Garance Damn Roommate is a contemporary sports romance novel that explores the "brother’s best friend" and "forced proximity" tropes . Originally published in October 2022, it follows the story of a young woman who finds herself living with the man she has long pined for .
The story centers on , who returns to Boston after living thousands of miles away . Seeking a place to stay, she moves into an apartment with her brother and his roommate, Nolan Jones . Nolan is not just any roommate; he is her brother’s best friend and Scarlett’s long-term unrequited crush . Living in the room right next to Nolan
The classic tension of falling for someone who is supposedly "off-limits" due to family ties .