Books like Love the one you're with by James Earl Hardy
In this contemporary African‑American gay romance, Mitchell "Little Bit" Crawford has been content with the rhythm of his everyday life and his close friendship with Raheim "Pooquie" Rivers, a charismatic jeans model. When Raheim receives an invitation to Hollywood to star in a feature film, the distances between them grow. Mitchell’s confidence in their bond is soon tested as the allure of a new relationship—and the promise of a life that hasn't yet occurred—grows stronger. The novel explores the complexities of loyalty, desire, and the sometimes blurry line between friendship and romance.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Gay Fiction
Authors: James Earl Hardy
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