Shuttered Hearts
A gay, coming-of-age romance. Times two!
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In 2023, Brayden Simmons is a closeted gay teenager, and his summer is turning into a complete disaster. His so-called boyfriend cheated on him. Then his father expects him to spend two weeks with his widowed, grumpy grandfather on a farm in the middle of nowhere. Brayden’s summer seems doomed until he reconnects with a beguiling local farm boy, whose warmth and compassion just might help heal his broken heart.
Back in 1967, aspiring 15-year-old photographer Casey Dumont finds himself cash-strapped and struggling to pursue his dream. He schemes to capture a photo of Hollywood's hottest teen idol, Douglas Hart—an achievement that could boost his career prospects and fill his wallet. But as Casey’s fixation on the handsome singer intensifies, he starts to wonder if his motivation is really about photo-journalism or something a little more… personal.
As Brayden and Casey grapple with the highs and lows of young love—one finding unexpected friendships and the other discovering the depth of his passion for a celebrity in a world where same-sex love is taboo—they are unknowingly tied together by a secret that's been buried for over fifty years.
Shuttered Hearts weaves a tale of love, identity, and the power of connection across generations. Will they uncover the truth that links their lives and find the courage to embrace who they truly are?