Rent Boy

Rent Boy: How One Man Spent 20 Years Falling off the Property Ladder is a humorous memoir detailing Pete May's chaotic housing experiences across London. This account of rental housing explores a world of asbestos-ridden tower blocks, inept DIY, and the constant struggle of finding a home. From the challenges of withheld deposits to the reality of living in designer broom cupboards, the narrative provides a candid look at the landlord and tenant relationship.

The author tracks his journey through various neighborhoods, including Hammersmith, Camberwell, and Highbury, as he navigates the social life and customs of the metropolis. Rent Boy Volume 1 focuses on the absurdity of the property ladder, featuring encounters with cockroaches, mice, and overflowing loos. This work serves as a comedic study of the rental market and the relentless cycle of moving boxes up endless stairs.