In the third book of the Arrows in the Hand series, Hazard and Somerset face new challenges as they continue to build their life together. As they work to overcome obstacles both external and internal, they must also reckon with their growing family—which now includes a dog named Scout. Domestic Animals explores what it means to be happy in your own skin, even when forces are working against you. With humor and heart, Ashe shows us that love is always worth fighting for.
For who is this book for ?
The LGBTQ+ community will enjoy reading about the journey of Hazard and Somerset as they fall in love, build a life together, and grow their family. This book is written with humor and heart, exploring what it means to be happy in your own skin.
Pros :
- The characters are relatable and believably flawed
- The plot is engaging and moves at a good pace
- The writing is poetic without being pretentious
Cons :
- It is a series, so you’ll have to read the first two books if you want to understand this one
- It’s quite short, only about 200 pages
- The ending leaves room for another book
Learn more about the author
Gregory Ashe is a writer, educator and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. His writing has appeared in numerous journals and anthologies, including the Lambda Literary Award-winning anthology In Other Words. He is also the author of two other novels featuring queer protagonists: Arrows in the Hand and The Prince of West End Avenue. Ashe lives with his husband and their dog Scout in New Jersey.
Reader Reviews
“A beautifully written story about love, family, and self-acceptance . . . I absolutely loved it!”
“A beautifully written and poignant story about love, family, and overcoming adversity.”
“A beautiful and compelling story about love, family, and overcoming obstacles. I couldn’t put it down!”
“An absolutely beautiful book that will make you laugh, cry and everything in between. The characters are so realistically written that I felt like I was right there with them.”