Rough: How violence has found its way into the bedroom and what we can do about it

Rough is a groundbreaking non-fiction work that explores the narratives of sexual violence that we don't talk about. It shines a light on the sexual violence that takes place in our bedrooms and beyond, sometimes at the hands of people we know, trust, or even love. The book investigates violations such as stealthing, non-consensual choking, and non-consensual rough sex acts that our culture is only starting to recognize as sexual violence. It also explores how systems of oppression manifest in our sexual culture, from racist microaggressions to fatphobic acts of aggression, and ableist dehumanizing behavior. Rough is an urgent, timely call for change to the systems that oppress us all.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2021
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Rough is a groundbreaking non-fiction work that delves into the narratives of sexual violence that we often avoid discussing. It explores the gray area between a bad sexual experience and rape, acknowledging that these acts are violations but lack the appropriate language to describe them. Through powerful testimony from 50 women and non-binary individuals, the book sheds light on the sexual violence that occurs in our bedrooms and beyond, sometimes perpetrated by people we know, trust, or even love.

Rough investigates various forms of violation, including stealthing, non-consensual choking, and non-consensual rough sex acts, which our culture is only beginning to recognize as sexual violence. The book also delves into the ways in which systems of oppression manifest in our sexual culture, encompassing racist microaggressions, fatphobic acts of aggression, and ableist dehumanizing behavior. An intersectional, sex-positive, and kink-positive work, Rough examines how white supremacy, transphobia, biphobia, homophobia, and misogyny contribute to sexual violence.

This book serves as an urgent and timely call for change to the systems that oppress us all. It is an incredible investigation into a frighteningly common part of our sexual experience, and Dr. Fern Riddell's work speaks to how many women often feel after sexual encounters. Adele Walton, founder of Humanitarian Hotgirl, praised Rough for its validation of these feelings and its ability to bring attention to the issue of sexual violence.

In conclusion, Rough is a powerful and essential work that challenges our societal norms and encourages us to have open and honest conversations about sexual violence. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of consent, boundaries, and the experiences of marginalized individuals.

Weight: 372g
Dimension: 135 x 215 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529110388