After decades of searching, Rob has finally found others who are like him. Magical beings who can shift form and charm humans; the Hidden Ones. A beach house in a sleepy shore town is home to an eclectic group of shifters, all outcasts in their own way, yet fiercely bonded together by choice. Rob is particularly drawn to Jack, the unofficial leader of the group, who immediately takes a shine to him, as well. Magic brings answers to questions Rob has had for years; about his health, his history, as well as his future. Rob grows closer to each of his new roommates, and eventually forges a romantic relationship with Jack. But even as Rob becomes more immersed in the magical world, Jack seems to be pulling back. Tensions rise as Jack's temper flares and old wounds reopen. Can Rob be able to find a way to keep his relationship with Jack strong without sacrificing his newfound freedom?

The Hidden Ones

It should have been fine. But it wasn’t.


Rob sighed and shook his head as he smiled and handed the bottle back to Brandon. “Excuse me,” he said, “but I’ve gotta go…check on something.”


Brandon looked disappointed, and a little confused, but he nodded in understanding. “Right,” he said. “Well, you know…I’ll be here, if you change your mind.” The resignation in his voice confirmed that he knew Rob wouldn’t be back.


Rob made his way down to the surf, where Jack stood alone. His feet were sunk into the sand as the water whorled around his ankles. Rob stood next to Jack and bumped their shoulders together. “You taking a break from the crowd?”


Jack shrugged. “I guess.” His eyes flickered down to Rob’s shoes. “The fuck are you wearing on your feet?”


“What’s wrong?” Rob teased. “You don’t think I can rock the rhinestones?”


Chapter 30