A Tiny Piece of Something Greater
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- $6.99
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
Can love heal all wounds? Reid Watsford has a lot of secrets and a past he can't quite escape. While staying at his grandmother's condo in Key Largo, he signs up for introductory dive classes, where he meets Joaquim Oliveira, a Brazilian dive instructor with wanderlust. Driven by an instant, magnetic pull, what could have been just a hookup quickly deepens.
As their relationship evolves, they must learn to navigate the challenges of Reid's mental illness—on their own and with each other. Can Reid trust Joaquim with his past? Can Joaquim help Reid find a path toward healing and self-acceptance? This tender and touching romance explores the complexities of mental health, the power of vulnerability, and the transformative nature of love. Perfect for fans of LGBTQ+ fiction, contemporary romance, and stories of personal growth.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In this tender, touching romance by Sierra (What It Takes), 20-year-old Reid Watsford moves to Key Largo, Fla., to reboot his life after a bout of rapid-cycling moods and a rough breakup. He meets Joaquim Oliveira at scuba diving lessons, and, after some flirtatious looks, they date and fall for each other fast. Joaquim's laid-back charm calm the anxious, reckless Reid, who is afraid to share his big dark secret: that he is bipolar and often self-injures. Sierra does a good job of depicting Reid's therapy and recovery, his triggers and difficulties, and his fear of rejection and other anxieties. The caring and patient Joaquim gives Reid the chance for a healthy relationship, but Sierra never plays up the idea of love as a magical cure. The guys do get to have hot sex, and they also fight briefly when their relationship is in jeopardy, but mostly this story focuses on them creating and building trust, especially when Reid backslides after his ex unexpectedly visits. The drama may be slight, but Sierra makes it satisfying.
