My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Archie Star, now a high school English teacher, spends his first winter break away from the Blue Star Diner and instead with Brogan Finnegan — the man whose rented room became a refuge and whose friendship grew into something deeper. As snow falls over Foggy Basin, Archie struggles with old insecurities that whisper he doesn’t deserve comfort or belonging. Yet Brogan’s steady warmth, shared meals, and gentle invitations begin to melt those doubts, offering Archie a glimpse of a life built together. On Christmas morning, under a tree adorned with handmade ornaments and soft lights, Brogan presents Archie with a simple but profound gift: a promise and a question. It’s not just about staying for the holiday season, but about choosing love, home, and permanence — staying for good.
I loved this short story that was about finding the courage to accept love, to stay, and to believe in a future built together. I loved how the story explored how belonging requires not just being welcomed, but believing you are worthy of staying. I also loved how love was portrayed as shelter — not just romantic passion, but the everyday comfort of being cared for. This was an MM story with mature content.
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