The Best Friend and the Roommate

by AJ Reign

Harper
I've been in love with my best friend, basically since the day I met him (ten years ago). Pathetic, I know. But it gets worse...I'm also in love with his roommate.

Insert facepalming emoji.

Clearly, I can't do anything about my feelings except push them deep down and never let them see the light of day. Healthy right? What else could I do? Tell them...ha, I think not. My life is already a laughing joke, I don't need to add to the sitcom.


Asher
I'm in love with my roommate's best friend. As a retired army vet that has seen some pretty serious shit, NOTHING scares me more than admitting my feelings for that girl.

Probably because I can't do anything about it, I would never come between their friendship, and I'm not willing to lose them both if I admit what I truly want and she doesn't feel the same.


Micah
I love my best friend...There I said it. However, I think my roommate is also in love with her. I finally have a chance to tell her how I feel, but I'm afraid of losing ten years of friendship if she doesn't feel the same. And I don't want my roommate to resent me if it turns out she feels the same about me.

After an interesting turn of events, I think I have a way for everyone to be happy. Let's just hope I'm not wrong and fuck everything up and lose both of them.

113 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 30, 2023

About the author

AJ Reign writes emotionally intense romance filled with tension, longing, and unforgettable chemistry.

Drawn to contemporary romance and romantic suspense, her stories explore complicated love, dangerous attraction, and the moments that change everything.

Her debut novel, Royal, is the first installment in The Crown Series, introducing readers to a world where passion and power collide.

Fueled by coffee, sarcasm, and an overactive imagination, AJ spends most of her time creating characters readers can’t stop thinking about long after the final page.

When she’s not writing, she’s usually dreaming up new love stories or getting lost in a good romance novel.

Connect with her on social media for book updates, behind-the-scenes writing content, and all things romance.

Reviews

[Sophie Deltenre · Rating 1 out of 5]

"Fuck baby girl"

[Carola · Rating 2 out of 5]

Predictable and rude sometimes, while the back stories are well enough developed. There’s enough talk about body positive but the main characters and storyline are very predictable and not refreshing in any way.

[Heather (life_is_booked) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you AJ for allowing me to be an ARC reader!!

This is a why choose, he falls first, friends to lovers novella!! It opens with a bang ~ poor Harper, but her best friend, Micah, and his roomie, Asher, are there to pick up the pieces!! AJ keeps it fast-paced, but delivers all the information and spice that you need!!

I definitely recommend if you are looking for a cute, quick, spicy read!!

[Shaundra Veal · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was amazing! Another good read from AJ Reign. I was sucked in from the first page. It was short and to the point but still gave you all the information and closure. Definitely another one I'm going to be telling friends about.

[Katelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing read!! Quick pace and easy to read. I love the characters and the story. I definitely hope there is another book cause I would love to see the continuation of the love story!! Overall a good read.

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Harper walks in on her boyfriend having sex with his best friend. She freaks and runs to her bff Micah and his roommate Asher. She's had a crush on Micah for 10 yrs. Asher for a while. This was really sweet!

[magdalena · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 ⭐
Mmm medio apurado todo pero bueno. Ya se que es ficción pero en su primera vez tener sexo anal también)? y no había ni preparación ni nada...
Después amiga los detalles del embarazo)? Por favor que es ese final! Nonono.

[Amber Belletti Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is SUCH a cute read. Short, fast paced, why choose romance that will have you wishing you were caught between a photographer and his best friend.

[Angela Mcmanus · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book did not disappoint. It was fast paced with great spice. This was the second book I've read of A.J.'s and I'm looking forward to the next on. I hope you enjoy Harper, Micah and Ashers story.

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was an ARC reader for this book, and it was my first time reading anything by AJ Reign. I can honestly say this was a cute story, and it was a quick read! I finished it in about 5 hours, including time to stop and make lunch and eat. If you’re looking for a good quick spicy book this is perfect!

[Readingwithkatiejane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fast paced, feel good quick read but it was brilliant! Within the first couple pages I felt sympathetic to Harper but at the same time found her plight with her parents hilarious.The tropes within tick all my boxes. It has the "boy falls in love first" trope (or in this case boys) which is one of my favourites. It is a why choose, friends to lovers, curvy fmc novella which I believe you are all going to love as much as I did. Just be warned that the spice contained within it is amazing😊🔥

[Nat · Rating 3 out of 5]

Super quick cute book! I so wish it was longer but it was definitely a good refresh after reading a 700 page book.