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

“I got to protest some more. Not protest, always, but speak up. Sometimes it was just a speech or whatever. I never sang in front of people again, but I talked. At college, there was a gay group. And to this day, I speak up when and where I can. I plan on doing that as long as I can. Someday, hopefully, I won’t have to.”


Chad took a hold of him as they walked. The dress shoes were still an issue. “But so many people are cool with me being what and who I am. People that matter. Lots of people who don’t matter aren’t. And a few that do…”


Chapter 78