Jude Sierra Libri

Moments after Milo Graham's family relocate to Cape Cod, he meets Andrew Witherell-launching a lifelong friendship built on a foundation of deep bonds, secret forts, and plans for the future. When Milo is called home from college to attend his domineering father's funeral, he and Andrew finally act on their mutual attraction. But, doubtful of his worth, Milo decides to sever all ties with his childhood friend. Circumstances send both men home again years later, and their long held feelings will not be denied. But will they have what it takes to find lasting love?

Set against the backdrop of Detroit's revival, the story follows Asher Schenck as he seeks to rejuvenate his gastropub, Idlewild, after the death of his husband, John. Hiring a new staff, including optimistic college graduate Tyler Heyward, Asher finds a spark of hope and friendship. Their budding romance faces challenges not from societal differences, but from the haunting expectations of their pasts. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the courage to embrace new beginnings as they navigate their intertwined futures.

After moving to Key Largo to to make a fresh start, Reid Watsford meets Joaquim, an intern at the dive shop who is looking for adventure. As their relationship deepens, they both must learn how to navigate Reid's cyclothemia, and a past Reid can't quite escape.