In a rich tapestry of prose, this collection narrates the intersecting journeys of Benjamin, a son of Alabama who transcends prejudice, and Lovely, an enigmatic recluse in Washington State. These two souls, outcasts in their own right, find in each other a shared depth of solitude and yearning. As they navigate a community in flux, their forbidden love blossoms, challenging societal norms. Their story is a powerful celebration of connection, resilience, and the transformative power of love that sees beyond external differences to the beauty of the soul within.
