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

“She is visibly ill. And you just exacerbated it. I am a nurse. I know what I saw. I am not an attorney, but he is.” She jerked a thumb toward Nick. “I am positive that he can tell you all about the different ways you can be held liable for knowingly exposing someone to harm in that way.”


Nick’s responding grin was wolfish. “Pull up a chair, Bruce. I’ve got all day.”


Evan glanced over at Sarah. “If you’re a nurse, would you mind checking on Luke’s mom? I know they haven’t been close, but I don’t think he’d want to lose her like this.”


“Absolutely.” Sarah ruffled Nick’s hair as she trotted past.


Bruce sat down at the table, taking Luke’s vacated spot. Nicole rummaged through the cupboards and brought him a place setting, complete with a glass.


“Well, he’s got to be here until we figure out how sick the mom is. He might as well eat.”


Evan shrugged. “I guess you’ve got a point. Besides, Luke still loves him, so I guess we do have to feed him.”


Chapter 39