“Everything is too much,” Juno admitted. “I wanted to forget, but seeing your face… I don’t want to lose it. And I’m going to.”
When Juno learns the hazy spot in his eye is the start of a genetic disorder that will cause him to likely lose his vision, his entire world is turned upside down. There are so many things he wants to do and see before he loses his sight but it is all so overwhelming. Then Piper shows up and offers to take Juno on a trip to see whatever they can reasonably accomplish before Juno goes blind. Piper and Juno had admired each other from afar whenever their paths would cross at the mall where they both worked. As the men set out on this adventure, they finally give in to the attraction and Juno begins to realize that for all he stands to lose, he may walk out of this experience with a love like he never imagined he could have – if he’s willing to fight for it.
“Even if this ends, you have my heart.”
I knew this would be an emotional story after reading the blurb. I was devastated for Juno as he received his diagnosis and my heart hurt for him as he tried to come to grips with his new reality. The grief, the disbelief, the fear, and the anger were all so well portrayed. Juno was very independent, something he developed out of necessity thanks to his past, so the fact that he would need to become at least somewhat reliant on other people for the rest of his life was scary for him. It was hard for him to accept or ask for help, even from his closest friends. It created a challenge for Piper who was so drawn to him and wanted to help.
But Piper was an amazing man and was so patient and kind. It wasn’t always easy but he didn’t let Juno’s outbursts or attempts at self-sabotage ruin what was developing between them. Piper was happy to have someone to take care of and hoped he had finally found someone to spend his life with. They were so sweet together. I loved seeing Juno let his guard down and finally let Piper in.
“I don’t like being seen. But it’s different when it’s you seeing me.”
Piper’s offer to take Juno on an adventure to see whatever they could before he lost his vision was so generous. My heart melted at the thoughtfulness of it all. But at the same time, that fear lingered over how bad Juno’s eyes would get and how fast it would happen. Much like Juno, I was hoping for the best but expecting the worst. I won’t spoil how it all turns out but I will say I enjoyed this story and watching Piper and Juno fall in love. They both deserved a happily ever after!
Piper held his heart in his hands, and for the first time, Juno wasn’t afraid of it being crushed.
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