My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Howard has fought his whole life to keep his independence as a blind man, but an argument with his boyfriend leaves him stranded on the roadside — until Gordy, a kind, quietly helpful stranger, steps in. Their connection grows just as Howard receives devastating news: his sister has died, leaving her young daughter in his care. Now facing his biggest challenge yet, Howard must learn when accepting help is strength, not weakness — and decide whether Gordy is the one man who can support him without ever limiting his freedom.
I loved this emotional story about independent Howard, whose world is shaken first by being left alone on the freeway, then by his sister’s death, and finally by taking on the care of his niece Sophia. With the steady help of Gordy and his friends, Howard navigates every challenge including the prejudices he faces as a blind man without losing the fierce independence he’s fought so hard for. One of my favourite parts was seeing Howard return to his own home and regain almost all of that independence, choosing the help he needed on his terms. I also appreciated that the story didn’t pretend his relationship with Gordy was perfect; the stress they were under led to some sharp moments, and that honesty made their bond feel more real. A heartfelt, emotional read with plenty of feelings throughout — and yes, you’ll cry a little. This was an MM story with mature content.
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