Richard Blackmon

Being Gay, Richard Blackmon 1. izdevums

Before Stonewall, before gay pride parades and rainbow flags, before the gay rights movement, gay men and women lived and loved...just not as openly. Jeff Bradley was a teenager in the 60s, and knew from a young age that he was different, but the times, peer pressure, and family issues all kept him well-closeted until he was in his mid-20s. Then Steve entered the picture, and helped Jeff embrace his true nature. Their love bloomed into a satisfying long term relationship. Now, years later, he's back in hometown New Orleans, to attend his 25th high school reunion. He meets Mark at his favorite bar from days gone by, and the two men hit it off quickly. As they tentatively explore their attraction to each other, Jeff finds himself telling Mark his story; starting back in high school, his years of playing straight, and his relationship with Steve that finally brought him out of the closet. Can Mark help Jeff put the past to rest? Can Jeff find love again with Mark? Adult-content rating: This book contains content considered unsuitable for young readers 18 and under, and which may be offensive to some readers of all ages.