The Duplex

Lucky Stevens tells a complex tale of two couples trying to survive during a time of hatred and isolation. Their solution? Hide in plain sight. Stevens shares the true LGBTQ+ history of the time when he tells the tale of Barbara, Dot, Jerry, and Cliff.

The Duplex is supposed to be their safe haven, but is a prison that is self-made any different than one that is made by someone else? Stevens takes the time to lay the foundation of each character to show how they reached the point of desperation to try and fool the world and themselves. Then Stevens shows the aftermath of their decision and how the world can still impact how we feel about ourselves.

The Duplex is a character driven story with rich history. Stevens gives us a glimpse in time just as easily as slipping through a closet door in between apartments.

I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.