Closeted Hearts

In the heart of Austin, Texas, where faith and tradition reign, two men discover that love doesn't always fit the mold-and sometimes, it's the very thing that sets them free.

Evan Shepherd is the golden boy of Radiant Life Church: a talented graphic designer, the son of the senior pastor, and a man who's spent his entire life hiding the truth about who he is. When Alex Rivera, a compassionate and quietly confident youth pastor, joins the church staff, Evan's carefully constructed world begins to unravel.

Assigned to collaborate on the church's 25th anniversary celebration, Evan and Alex find themselves drawn together by shared passions, late-night planning sessions, and a growing emotional intimacy neither expected. But in a megachurch where appearances matter and tradition rules, their connection becomes a dangerous secret.

As Evan wrestles with his faith, family expectations, and the fear of losing everything, Alex confronts the trauma of his past-including the conversion therapy that nearly broke him. With the support of unexpected allies and the courage to face their deepest wounds, the two men must decide: Is love worth risking everything?

Closeted Hearts is a tender, emotionally charged story of forbidden love, spiritual reckoning, and the transformative power of authenticity. Perfect for fans of heartfelt LGBTQ+ romance, faith-based fiction with nuance, and stories that explore the intersection of identity and belief.