«Heartache and Hope» by C.L. Etta

After heartache comes hope… At eighteen, Kevin Monroe has learned that mothers dont always love their sons, Dads fists can break your bones and a closet gets mighty crowded with two. After the boy next door breaks his trust and his heart, Kevin departs Albuquerque, New Mexico, determined to live his life out and proud as the man he is meant to be. With Diamondback tickets in his pocket, Kevin leaves his heartache behind to pursue his long-time hope of entertaining as a drag queen. Fear has ruled Raphael Delgado since he first realized he was gay-fear of discovery, fear that he can't support his disabled mama and fear that he has lost Kevin forever. Against a backdrop of familial love and obligation, Raphael struggles to find the courage to accept his sexuality, while hoping to leave the fragile confines of his closeted life. While watching a Diamondback game on television, Raphael spots Kevin kissing a man in the crowd. His first reaction is fear for Kevins safety and his second, fear that Kevin will never come home. Can love be restored long distance? Will loves key be strong enough to unlock Raphaels closet door? And who is the red-haired beauty wrapped in Kevins arms?