"Rough and Mean" by Nina Sestina is a steamy adult romance novella that dives deep into themes of dominance, submission, and intense emotional connection."Rough and Mean" follows the story of a woman who finds herself drawn to a man who doesn’t play nice—he’s commanding, intense, and unapologetically rough. Their relationship isn't soft or sweet; it's raw, passionate, and laced with power dynamics that awaken something deep within her. As their connection deepens, boundaries are tested, and trust becomes the most powerful currency between them.