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Rough Around the Edges Kindle Edition

4.1 out of 5 stars 365 ratings

Divorced, jaded, and definitely grumpy, Nate’s working long hours and living the dream one take-out pizza and beer at a time.

So when he comes home to find his apartment flooded, he rolls with it.

What he doesn’t expect is for the hot college student from the apartment above to end up showering in his.

Chloe is done with college boys after finding her boyfriend making out with another girl at a party.

What she wants is someone older and more mature.

What she desires is the six foot five, good in an emergency, and rough around the edges Daddy.

It just so happens that he lives in the apartment below hers.

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Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C443TDHM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Three Spires Creative
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 1, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 71 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 365 ratings

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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Customers find this novella to be a yummy read that's short and quick to read. They appreciate its steamy content, with one customer describing it as a delightful erotic vacation. The plot receives positive feedback, with one review highlighting its blistering narrative.

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7 customers mention "Readability"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one customer describing it as a delightful erotic vacation.

"...I really enjoyed this delightful er0tic vacation from the everyday ho-hum of life." Read more

"...A yummy read." Read more

"I absolutely loved this book! As I was reading I was enjoying Jake more and more...so possessive and when he growled 'Mine!'..." Read more

"Just a lot of good smut. I love this author no matter what pseudonyms she uses...." Read more

3 customers mention "Length"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate that the book is short.

"What a wonderful sizzling smexy escape from reality. Short & quick, but man, does the author pack a lot of punch in it...." Read more

"This story was short and steamy and just what I needed to end my night...." Read more

"Ooohh this one hit the need for a short and very naughty story. I absolutely love this authors books she gives us!" Read more

3 customers mention "Pace"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pace of the book, finding it quick to read, with one customer noting how effortlessly it sweeps the reader along.

"...Well written, great characters, a blistering plot that effortlessly sweeps the reader along on the scorching path Nate & Chloe take...." Read more

"...The age gap and daddy kink is awesome. This is obviously fast pace with insta love." Read more

"...It’s a quickie of a story with that punch of steaminess that you will crave. Loving these quick hits from the author!" Read more

3 customers mention "Plot"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, with one describing it as blistering and another noting it's a very naughty story.

"...Well written, great characters, a blistering plot that effortlessly sweeps the reader along on the scorching path Nate & Chloe take...." Read more

"...Short story and one you can read in a day easily." Read more

"Ooohh this one hit the need for a short and very naughty story. I absolutely love this authors books she gives us!" Read more

3 customers mention "Steamy content"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book.

"This story was short and steamy and just what I needed to end my night...." Read more

"Loved this steamy hot book. The MMC is a caveman, dominant type that will have you wanting a man like that...." Read more

"...Hot and sexy book. Can't wait for more!" Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2023
    What a wonderful sizzling smexy escape from reality.
    Short & quick, but man, does the author pack a lot of punch in it.
    Well written, great characters, a blistering plot that effortlessly sweeps the reader along on the scorching path Nate & Chloe take.
    I really enjoyed this delightful er0tic vacation from the everyday ho-hum of life.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2024
    This story was short and steamy and just what I needed to end my night.

    I'm a sucker for an age story where he does a bit of groveling and is all in...and Verity checked all those boxes.

    A yummy read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2024
    Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½
    Couple: Nate & Chloe
    ❋❋❋❋❋❋❋❋❋❋
    This was a super short, insta love, spicy fun read. Was perfect for what I was looking for, crazy and unrealistic but a fun time with a real cute ending.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
    I absolutely loved this book! As I was reading I was enjoying Jake more and more...so possessive and when he growled 'Mine!' my eyelashes, indeed, fluttered. Chloe was such a sweetheart and is a perfect foil for him. They both made me laugh (which is VERY enjoyable!) and the stockroom scene will never be forgotten. If I could give it 10 stars I would! I have checked out her other books and have purchased them. Sexy times with humor are definitely needed...thank you!
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024
    Loved this steamy hot book. The MMC is a caveman, dominant type that will have you wanting a man like that. Short story and one you can read in a day easily.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2023
    I live all these novellas. The age gap and daddy kink is awesome. This is obviously fast pace with insta love.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2023
    Oh this one brought the Daddy hotness to it! Nate is older, recently divorced and just a little grumpy when he meets a very young Chloe. He doesn’t waste time in getting a little frisky but stops because he feels like he’s not what she needs. Chloe feeling rejected doesn’t understand what she did wrong.
    They meet again with an explosive reunion. They don’t let any grass grow under their feet in this one. It’s a quickie of a story with that punch of steaminess that you will crave.
    Loving these quick hits from the author!
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023
    Just a lot of good smut. I love this author no matter what pseudonyms she uses. Not deep in plot, character, or world building but it was not written as that type of book. I was ready for a hot, little novella and this delivered. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥/5

Top reviews from other countries

  • Lianas Wombat
    5.0 out of 5 stars I'm re-evaluating my views on short stories
    Reviewed in Australia on May 27, 2023
    Wasn't sure about Verity Arden when l realised it was all short stories.
    But l am still reading and strangely for me, reviewing at first chance.
    Gotta say l much prefer a story l can sink into, but it is all here, just much condensed.

    Still hoping for more on Lilly, Ethan and Ryker.

    Definitely recommend these to all romantic or just plain interested in the genre.
    Like a coffee break, they fill the space and may even become a daily necessity.
    Please keep sharing your work with us, l want to read it, and l am sure l am far from the only one here.
  • anon
    5.0 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT WRITER!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2023
    I love the realistic storyline. The sexy parts are brill! A little more assplay and it would be off the charts! Still, I would follow and purchase any and/or ALL your works!! Luv luv luv the way you write!
  • Lee0452 Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars short and hot
    Reviewed in Australia on May 9, 2023
    Not usually into daddy books but this sounded interesting. Enjoyed it very much and the hot scenes sizzled so much. Well written and edited.
  • Penny Leigh
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fast and hot
    Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2023
    Fast paced and worth a read.
    Nothing slow burn about this couple.
    Thoroughly enjoyed spending the afternoon with this book.
  • Heidi
    4.0 out of 5 stars Rough guy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2023
    When Chloe floids her neighbours homebshe never expects to find Nate mr rough around the edges, handsome man who she soon can not resist.

    I loved this book.

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