To Have Him and Hold Him by Kieran Frank

A sacrifice of some sort is the only way to permanently restore Viktor's life beyond the twelve days and bring him back to normal, but it comes with untold consequences that Damon must blindly accept. This complication puts his happiness at risk because he might not like what he sees in the mirror, and it's something that needs to be avoided at all costs.ĭamon must make a difficult decision. He can't even see his own reflection because it's forbidden and goes against the conditions of the gift. Unfortunately, Viktor's new state means he can't be seen in public without a disguise, especially not by his grieving parents. Nevertheless, Damon is grateful to even have the love of his life back, even if temporary. Viktor has the miraculous chance to come back to life for twelve days, albeit with some drawbacks from the fatal attack. When his tears fall on the petals, a mysterious voice thanks him and offers him a unique gift in return.

Will Jovy accept the present? Or will they remain best friends forever?Īfter the tragic death of his fiancé, twenty-two-year-old Damon brings a dozen white roses to the cemetery to adorn Viktor's gravestone with.

Saul has two Christmas gifts for Jovy, and one of them could change their friendship. This will be the first year Jovy misses out on the family tradition but he and Saul attempt to make the best of the situation while also growing closer than ever, even discovering new things about each other. Unfortunately, Jovy and Saul end up locking themselves in Saul’s safe room, and his out-of-town sister is the only one with the key. He always celebrates Christmas Eve with his family, a tradition he’s never missed in his life, so he figures he can hang out with Saul until evening, then invite him along to be with the family.

Jovy’s both nervous and excited about reuniting with Saul. His sister is often out and about, hence the reason Saul feels lonely. After receiving a call from Saul’s sister, Jovy agrees to look after Saul, who is disabled. Eventually high school got busy for them, and they drifted apart and went their separate ways.įour years later, it’s Christmas Eve, and Jovy and Saul are both eighteen. Since they’re both gay and asexual, they made a pact to become boyfriends if they’re still single by the time they turn eighteen. Jovy and Saul were best friends who grew up in different cities in Michigan.

To Have Him and Hold Him by Kieran Frank