Milo Callan is convinced the disease that ravaged his legs and left him in a wheelchair as a child has damaged something inside him because, as he grows to adulthood, he only becomes aroused by men. His secluded life means he’s convinced he is alone in this until the day Robert Grange, his temporary valet, rescues him from his life inside and takes him into the summer heat, changing his life forever beneath the shade of an ancient tree.<br><br>Overwhelmed, confused, and helplessly in love, Milo struggles to deal with his feelings and pushes Robert away time after time.<br><br>When Robert can bear it no longer, he decides to leave. Beside himself with grief, can Milo find the strength to believe in himself and accept their love? Will he be able to convince Robert to stay, or has he pushed Robert away for the last time?

The Heat of the Moment

“Then you shall, but not now.” He rubbed against Milo. “I want to recover enough to enjoy it.”


Milo was awoken at a ridiculously early hour by Robert pulling back the heavy drapes and letting the sunlight stream into the room. He groaned and peeled open his eyes and blinked. “What the hell are you doing? What time is it?”


“It’s past eight and as I’m your new valet I have come to serve you.”


Milo rubbed his eyes and stared. “You look like a bloody farmer.”


Robert looked down at his serviceable brown clothing and then grinned. “I could always take it off?”


Chapter 8