A one-night stand with a guy in an open relationship introduces a whole new world to lonely college student Luke. When the pressures that left him isolated threaten to destroy his newfound happiness, can brilliant but damaged Nick and compassionate, insecure Evan keep him safe? Luke's parents, clouded by grief, isolated him and his siblings. Fortunately he's gotten away and has found intellectual fulfillment and a promising future in college. When he gets lonely, he can find an outlet for his physical needs in hookup apps. One of those hookups -- with gorgeous, kind graduate student Evan -- opens Luke's eyes to a world he hadn't been sure existed. Evan is in an open relationship with law professor, political strategist, and professional pundit Nick. They love each other, but each is drawn to Luke for his own reasons. Luke agrees to try something new, aglow with the possibility of finding both success and happiness. Not everyone is thrilled with Luke's choices. Some people from Luke's past don't like the thought of him being in a polyamorous relationship. They don't trust either of Luke's boyfriends, who come from very different backgrounds than Luke. And no one, not even they, know how far they'll go to get Luke back on track. Can Luke, Evan, and Nick find their happily ever after together?

Figure It Out

“Of course not. They’ve got what they want—for now. But when all is said and done, like when they’re ready to settle down and adopt a bunch of babies or whatever, you’ll be the odd man out. And not because you’re not as smart or not as creative, but because you come from a completely different world. And because people move in pairs, Luke. Not trios, or foursomes, or amoebas or whatever the kids are claiming these days.” He scratched at his beard.


Luke moistened his lips. “Look, Uncle Bruce. I appreciate you’re looking out for me. And maybe you’re right. Maybe they’ll get tired of me. But for now, they make me feel like I’m part of something. I’ve never had that before. And I have to say, it feels pretty damn good. So maybe just…let me have this?”


Chapter 24