Heartbroken after the death of his beloved Nana, Hannes, the family outsider, finally allows himself to grieve. The legal battle over Nana’s quirky old house -- the only place he’s ever felt accepted and loved -- is over, and he moves in and finds a sense of peace. ... And a rabbit. An adorable bunny with a huge personality moves in, too, and refuses to leave. Hannes instantly falls in love with the sweet animal who helps heal his heart. But one morning, Hannes’ view of the world changes when the rabbit transforms into a man. A man named Mattis. After the initial shock, Hannes and Mattis discover a connection between them that runs deeper than it seems. Will their newfound feelings survive unraveling secrets and meddling families, and grow into something real? Something deep and everlasting?

9 Willow Street

“Mom was never a fan of ‘selling me to the highest bidder’ in the first place. She understands why Dad says it has to happen and knows our family can really use the money. The woman comes from a very fertile family, so any other rabbit would be happy to marry her as long as they can overlook her sharp tongue and surly demeanor. My father has told me repeatedly that as long as I fulfill my duties and make babies, I can always have a male lover on the side if I want to. It’s not uncommon.”


“No. As long as the wife or husband agrees, a same-sex extra-marital relationship just for fun is no big deal. But that’s not what I want. I want someone to love only me. And I want someone who loves me back.”


He threads his fingers through my hair, never taking his gaze off me. “After meeting you earlier, Mom was more inclined to listen to me than this morning.”


Chapter 25