Alec Bishop never expected the pandemic to bring a Romanesque god swinging into his life. His lockdown days blurred together into the coding of his computer screen and fending off attacks on his beloved balcony plants by a slightly psychotic pigeon.<br><br>When twist of fate -- and rope -- brings gorgeous circus performer Nico Franzetti into his life, Alec must battle his fears to grab hold of love and not let go.

Lift Me Up

“More a comment on the building construction,” said Alec, unable to pull his gaze from the taut rope.


Nico’s eyes crinkled into what Alec hoped was a mask-covered smile. “Don’t worry, it’s secured to a mounting kit in my apartment. It’s safe.” He kicked his legs into a slight spin. Making his way around to face Alec, he added in a dramatic whisper, “This isn’t the first time I’ve done this.”


Alec fought off the slight dizziness swamping him at the idea that a dark, handsome circus performer had been swinging outside his window. “We’re up pretty high,” he said, forcing himself to look to the pavement three stories down rather than the muscular legs in front of him.


“I practically grew up in the air. Circus family,” he said by way of explanation. “A tried and true member of the Flying Franzettis.” With one more spin he glanced at Alec. “Kinda weird way to grow up, right?”


Chapter 4