Book Info
Name of Book : The Flatmate (UK) / The Roommate (US)
Author : Gemma Rogers
Publisher : Boldwood Books
Publication Date : June 22, 2023
No. of Pages : 293
Format : DRC
Why did I choose the book ?
The Roommate by Gemma Rogers was offered by Rachel's Random Resources as a part of the blog tour in exchange of an honest review. I really love the publisher and already read some previous works by the same author.
Where to get the book ?
The Roommate by Gemma Rogers is available on amazon US :
The Flatmat by Gemma Rogers is available on amazon UK :
Author Introduction
Gemma Rogers lives in West Sussex with her husband and two daughters.
Her love of writing began in her early teenage years, inspired by hours spent buried in Point Horror, Richard Laymon and Christopher Pike with the occasional Judy Blume thrown in for good measure.
Other passions include movies - horrors especially (who doesn't love a good scare), country walks, swimming and anything involving cake.
Her debut novel Stalker was released on the 10th September 2019, quickly followed by *The Secret in January 2020, and **The Teacher in May.
Gemma's fourth novel ***The Mistake was published January 2021, followed by The Babysitter in September.
The Neighbour is Gemma's latest novel, out on the Jan 5, 2023. Gemma is currently working on her next book.
All are standalone titles.
Blurb
Always trust your very basic instincts or prepare for the consequences…
It was surreal returning to work after a sabbatical following the suspicious death of my best friend Livvy.
On my return to the company apartment, I was surprised to find Livvy’s replacement, Amanda Dowd firmly entrenched as my new flatmate.
She’d seemingly appeared out of nowhere.
But something didn’t feel right. I felt on edge.
Everyone seemed to love Amanda, even my ex-Jayden was blinded by her outgoing personality and model-like looks.
Yet her desperation to become friends felt unnatural.
When I began to receive calls, photos and presents from Livvy, I became spooked. Someone was targeting me, watching me.
With my job, home and life on the line, I had to find out who was doing this to me and why.
I hadn’t caused Livvy’s death but still believed it was no accident.
Someone else was guilty and I had to find out who before I was next..
My Opinion
A climax to die for................
Gemma Rogers hits the right note with The Roommate, a psychological thriller. The story is an exceptional one. I was glued to the book till last. In fact, each character had an important role to play. Ria's character is interesting, as at first I thought she is going crazy. But with every chapter there is a new mystery. Reading it would be like travelling on a jet. Fast paced plot, interesting characters and mind bending plot will not let you put it down. If you are looking for a new book to pick, then this is the one.
Definitely 5 stars to the book. Thanks to Boldwood Books and Rachel's Random Resources for providing me with an opportunity to read and review the book.
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