The Man Upstairs

By: Jade West

Narrated by: Artemis Jones, Justin Hill

There's nothing more dangerous than someone who has nothing to live for…

The man upstairs in apartment six doesn't belong here, in our rundown block on the slum side of the city.

High-class and educated, suited and booted, and at least thirty years my senior.

Yes. Thirty whole years.

But that doesn't matter. He's absolutely gorgeous.

What does matter is they say he's a disgraced teacher who preys on his college students. A filthy, sick man who deserves prison.

Other residents are always repeating the same morbid mantra.

Rosie, don't ever talk to that dirty freak upstairs, no matter what. Don't you dare!

So, I did what I was told and stayed out of his way, and I never ever talked to the man upstairs.

Not until one crazy bad night, in total desperation, when I had nowhere else to turn…

©2023 Jade West (P)2024 Podium Audio

Forbidden Desires Age Gap Trope Taboo For Veteran Romance Readers Only!!

If there is anything I would say about this novel, it is that the story is unflinchingly explicit, with graphic sexual scenes that illustrate the intense physical and emotional connection between Rosie and Julian. This exploration of sexual dynamics is both a rite of passage for Rosie and a moral predicament for Julian, making their relationship deeply controversial, yet undeniably compelling.

Fans of provocative and boundary-pushing romance will find The Man Upstairs to be a riveting read. However, due to its explicit content and controversial themes, it may not be suitable for all readers

The Man Upstairs is a novel that delves into several heavy themes, including abuse and poverty cycles, sexual awakening, and the quest for betterment in life, along with redemption. Rosie’s struggles with her mother’s inability to move on from abusive relationships and the trauma of it remains all too real and constant, until Julian steps into her life, it’s explored also explores how challenging it is for those stuck in such vicious cycles to move forward in life and walk away.

While Rosie’s curiosity about Julian leads to a series of intense and explicit encounters, Julian remains locked in battle with his inner demons and attempts to protect her innocence, which is a losing battle at best. When Julian finally gives in to what is inevitable, the exploration of their mutual desires turns out to be complex, dirty, and powerful in a way that reshapes both of them emotionally.
Love Rosie and Julian!

Wow!

Love the honesty! Real life issues and an HEA!
great characters and narration Jade West!

Yes please send a good read

Once you get over the social stigmas oh my wow. The personal exploration between two consenting people and mix in age gap and food play. Yes please such a good read.

😲 so freaking HOT but so gosh darn tear jerking!!!

This book is an age-gap romance. it's kinky all while being an emotional love story. so many aspects, great characters, amazing plot and details, just PERFECT!!

Just a fantastic time

I laughed, I cringed, I giggled, I was kicking my feet a love story about a man and his whisk. I do love a happy ending.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

if you choose to read this book please go into it with an open mind because this may not be for everyone but truthfully it's overall a very good book if you like spicy this is the book for you

Heart in my hand

I took longer listening to this book than normal, prolonging the finish because I was fearful that it wouldn’t end the way I had hoped it would, there are so many ups & downs and hurdles for Rosie and Julian and the people around them.
Jade West has a way of wringing out every emotion in her writings.

Dark romance indeed!

Wonderful and racy, a beautiful budding and unexpected romance! I Loved it as I can truly relate!

I paused the recording for ten minutes

At one point in the story Julian lists the author of Moby Dick, Herman Melville, as “Mervin Hellville” and I honestly can’t figure out if Jade West meant it as a joke or if the actor read the name incorrectly. If you like age gaps, and are cool with “barely legal” imagery like pigtails and wide eyed baby girls, I guess you’ll like this.

stunning

it was a wonderful story. not for the faint of heart. the storyline and characters was beautifully dark and loving! the spice level of this book was absolutely incredible! also it just goes to show true love comes out of nowhere and age is truly just a number and that everyone deserves to be loved even when they have demons so dark that it's scary. honestly one of the best books I have listened to this year hands down !!