My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Jathan may be famous, but his personal life feels empty—always the outsider in his own circle, watching others find connection while he drifts through a six-month stretch of boredom and isolation. With his only close friend now married, Jathan resolves to meet new people, though his awkwardness makes it difficult. At a ranch retreat, Quince—quiet, observant, and emotionally tangled—has been watching Jathan from afar. To Quince, Jathan is more than a celebrity; he’s kind, funny, and achingly out of reach. Now that Jathan has finally noticed him, Quince is caught between longing and silence, overwhelmed by everything he can’t say and the fear that Jathan will never truly see him. Their story simmers with quiet yearning, emotional distance, and the possibility of something more—if only Quince can find the courage to speak.
I loved this story of fame, loneliness, and the quiet ache of unspoken feelings. I liked that they explored the deep human need to be truly seen and valued, especially when surrounded by people who only notice the surface. I also liked how the story highlighted how loneliness isn’t about being alone, but about feeling disconnected even in the busiest rooms. Although the two men were in different worlds, the story highlighted how compatibility isn’t about lifestyle or status, but about emotional resonance: who makes you feel understood, safe, and alive. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.
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