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May 4, 2015 By Cassie 29 Comments

Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined by Rachel Anderson

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Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined by Rachel Anderson

Book Information

Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined by Rachel Anderson

Publisher: HEA Publishing

Publication Date: December 15, 2014

Genre: Romance

Purchase: Kindle; Paperback; Audiobook

About the Author

Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined Author Photo

A USA Today bestselling author, Rachael Anderson is the mother of four and is pretty good at breaking up fights, or at least sending guilty parties to their rooms. She can’t sing, doesn’t dance, and despises tragedies. But she recently figured out how yeast works and can now make homemade bread, which she is really good at eating.

Author bio and photo courtesy of Goodreads

Synopsis

For Noah Mackie, life is finally back on track. He has a great support system, a promised promotion is on its way, and he’s finally getting the hang of this single father thing. But when the job falls through and his neighbor’s matchmaking efforts become more aggressive, Noah is in for yet another unwanted detour. With his career and two spirited daughters to worry about, he doesn’t have time for dating-especially not someone like Cassie Ellis, his girls’ beautiful and sophisticated dance instructor, who is about as open and approachable as a brick wall.

Rough around the Edges Meets Refined is about two people who think they know exactly what they want but who have no idea what they really need. It’s about learning that people aren’t always what they seem and that sometimes life’s detours take you exactly where you need to go.

Review

What I love best about Rachel Anderson is that she likes to participate in series with other authors but in a way that makes it where you don’t have to read every book in the series if you don’t want to. Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined is the second book in the “Meet Your Match” series, the first being Prejudice Meets Pride. However, it’s not necessary to read the first book if you don’t want as you’re only following a secondary character from the first novel over, not a main character. I love that! Rachel keeps the good points coming with her sweet and clean romance. With so many “adult” romance novels out there it’s refreshing to be able to read one and to actually be able to share it on my personal Facebook page without fear of whose going to see it on there. Another great point is the girl’s name in the book, Cassie, but I might just be biased…

One thing I will say about Rough Around the Edges Meets Refined is that it is a slow build and it might make you tilt your head in confusion a couple of times. I’ll give you an example, in the book Cassie is a widow who didn’t exactly have the best marriage so when Noah decides he wants to pursue a relationship with her she makes him take it SLOW (to the point of waiting months before kissing). Some may find that a bit odd since she was previously married it’s not like kissing would be that big of a deal, however, I found that to be very refreshing and true to her character. She wanted to make sure that he was in for the actual feelings and relationship and not just for a quick good time that he would regret later. Making him wait and develop those feelings made both of them actually think about if it was something they actually wanted to get involved in.

This was truly a great read that I think anyone who likes light romances should read.

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About Cassie

I started Southeast by Midwest back in 2012 as a lifestyle blog. After a few months I felt a pull towards beauty so I rebranded as a beauty specific blog. Over the years I've grown my knowledge and love of beauty products to the point that I am currently in Cosmetology school. If you'd like to know more about me contact me on any of my social media channels or at southeastbymidwestblog@gmail.com

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Comments

  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    May 4, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    I like easy reads, so I am not sure about this one LOL. I don’t like to be confused about what I am reading.

    Reply
  2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    May 4, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    This sounds like a great read. I love a romance novel that is actually romantic instead of just a sweaty romp. Of course, those stories are good, too. 😉

    Reply
  3. Stefany says

    May 4, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    I LOVE a series that are also standalone books. I have not read this yet but will definitely add it to my TBR. I ready at least 3 books a week and can’t wait to dig into this one.

    Reply
  4. Megan @mnmspecial says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    I love book series that weave together like this. I too find the character ideals/morals refreshing. I will certainly be checking these out.

    Reply
  5. Jeanine says

    May 4, 2015 at 7:02 pm

    This sounds interesting. I like books that I really have to sit down and read… So I bet I would enjoy this one!

    Reply
  6. Liz Mays says

    May 4, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    I haven’t read many romance novels but this does sound quite different from what I’d expect. It sounds pretty good!

    Reply
  7. Marcie W. says

    May 4, 2015 at 7:52 pm

    I am all for a book that enables you to not have to commit to an entire series, mainly because I simply don’t have the time. This novel sounds like it offers just the right amount of romance for my personal tastes!

    Reply
  8. Christie says

    May 4, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    Must have been interesting having a Cassie as the heroine of the story too. Sounds like a great beach read

    Reply
  9. Debbie Denny says

    May 4, 2015 at 9:09 pm

    I like a good romance. Will check this out.

    Reply
  10. Veronica says

    May 4, 2015 at 9:22 pm

    I love her intro. Pretty good at breaking up fights….that’s cute. You have to be with kids. especially when you are a busy author. Looks like a great read

    Reply
  11. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    May 4, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    My mother in law loves romance novels, and this one sounds like one she would love. Telling her about it!

    Reply
  12. Penelope says

    May 4, 2015 at 10:58 pm

    It sounds like a great book! I’m looking for some good summer reading.

    Reply
  13. Ronni says

    May 5, 2015 at 7:04 am

    I love reading! Thanks for this, learning of new authors and books TBR is always great!

    Reply
  14. Debra says

    May 5, 2015 at 10:31 am

    This sounds like my kind of book. I like to read on the train ride home from work each day. Books like this help me escape the day I just left behind and relax for the night!

    Reply
  15. Beth@FrugalFroggie says

    May 5, 2015 at 10:50 am

    Sounds like a great book. Love you your new logo.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      May 5, 2015 at 11:12 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  16. Debbie L. says

    May 5, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    This looks like a really good read. I am adding this book to my must read list.

    Reply
  17. Crystal says

    May 5, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    With summer on the horizon, I’m in need of a good read for sitting poolside. THis sounds like it would be a great choice.

    Reply
  18. Camesha | Mama Motivator says

    May 5, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    Sounds like a great summer read. I’m always a fan of a little romance.

    Reply
  19. Demetra says

    May 5, 2015 at 5:24 pm

    This looks like a fun book to read. I’ll definitely pick this up and give it a try.

    Reply
  20. Rosey says

    May 5, 2015 at 6:09 pm

    Thank you for the cool review. And I love her bio, that’s funny! I have four kids too…I’m a master mediator. 🙂

    Reply
  21. Estelle says

    May 5, 2015 at 6:20 pm

    I like a good romance, but I find it impossible believe that someone would wait months before kissing! That sounds more old fashioned than even this century

    Reply
  22. Travel Blogger says

    May 5, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    I just added this to my amazon wish list. Love these types of reads, perfect for beach days.

    Reply
  23. Karen Eidson says

    May 5, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    I love a good romance novel, and those that keep you guessing are the best.

    Reply
  24. annie says

    May 5, 2015 at 10:40 pm

    Thank you so much! I was looking for a new book to read and this looks perfect!

    Reply
  25. Kristi says

    May 5, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    I bet this book would make a good book club read. I will suggest it some friends to put on their list for the upcoming year.

    Reply
  26. Amy Desrosiers says

    May 6, 2015 at 11:55 am

    I love reading book like these because they are so different than my life. It is fun to escape and get lost in a book!

    Reply
  27. Anjanette @MommaYoung says

    May 7, 2015 at 12:39 am

    I love the ideas around this book series. I will be sure to check it out.

    Reply
  28. Shell says

    May 11, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    This sounds like a cute read. I’ve read and enjoyed others by Rachel Anderson.

    Reply

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