Shane settles into the “normal” life he’s always craved, unaware his reality is about to turn messy and complicated, split between his own budding romance while being supportive of a co-worker’s gay teen son Dexter. Homophobic hate lies and misunderstandings lead Dexter into a dark place, a dimension Shane may be powerless to save the teen. All the while, Shane has his hands full with his new beau, Michael. A relationship that, on the surface, seems to be going swimmingly, but underneath the sunny veneer lurks chilling secrets. Inspired by actual events.
Dale Thele is an acclaimed bestselling author recognized for his adult fiction, particularly the Shane Davison Chronicles Series. This series compellingly chronicles the experiences of a gay teenager coming of age while facing the realities of a predominantly heterosexual environment. Born and raised in a modest, ultra-conservative oil town in north-central Oklahoma, Dale’s diverse career in the service and retail industries has shaped his perspectives. Following a path marked by both challenges and inspiration, he now resides in Austin, Texas, where he channels his life experiences into creating vibrant characters and dynamic narratives infused with a distinctive LGBTQ perspective.