My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Whit keeps everyone at arm’s length, convinced his secrets and sharp edges make closeness impossible. But when his new roommate, Caleb, arrives with warmth, trust, and an easy brightness, Whit feels something inside him begin to soften. The more Caleb settles into his life, the more Whit wants to let him in — even though he’s terrified that revealing the truth about himself will destroy the fragile connection growing between them.
This story, told entirely from Whit’s point of view, really highlighted how much he was struggling with the complex emotions tied to his family obligations and the life he actually wanted for himself. Having already seen Caleb’s perspective in the first book, it was fascinating to watch Whit wrestle with feelings he’d never allowed himself to acknowledge. I loved how Caleb arrived with his exuberant, loving family, and how his aunt in particular gave Whit a glimpse of the warmth and acceptance his own childhood had lacked. Their presence added so much heart to the story and helped Whit slowly open up. The book was full of layered emotions and feelings as both the family dynamic and Whit and Caleb’s relationship developed. A thoughtful, heartfelt continuation of the series. This was an MM story with mature content.
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