Three young men from very different homes, just coming into their own sexuality, bond at a time when information about homosexuality is scarce to the average teen. Their strong connection cannot survive high school and heartache, however, and their triangle collapses under the weight of prejudice and a need to escape.<br><br>Ten years later, Tucker is bitter and hurt by all the tragedy in his life since those long ago happier days. Reclusive, somewhat animalistic, and completely content to stay that way, he’s brought up short by an unexpected confrontation with the past and feelings that won't stay buried.

Fur, Feathers, and Claws

“Who says these stories are even true?” No one told Sam what to do. “How come Tucker never told me any of this stuff?”Sam and attitude went hand-in-hand.


“Maybe because you never give him a chance to speak without trying to seduce him, pig!”Tucker hoped Bunny was giving some back.


“Don’t call me a pig, you…warthog!”


“Stop it, you two. You’re friends.”Olivia was also the peacemaker. “I know friends sometimes argue, and say things they don’t mean.Tucker, Chad, and Roy, sure had some doozies. But Tucker cared for them both. And they both cared for Tucker. I believe they could never really stay angry at each other for long.”


Tucker could hear it all in his head as if standing right among them.


“Yes. Simmer down. So…the story…”Jake encouraged Olivia to continue. She did.


Chapter 23