by Keith Miles
First published 1985
Christopher T. Mountjoy grows up knowing his family name carries weight. The Mountjoys have held their position for generations, their reputation built on centuries of influence and tradition. But Christopher discovers something else runs in his bloodline. His natural gifts set him apart from his peers in ways that both thrill and complicate his young life. Women find themselves drawn to him without explanation. Men regard him with a mixture of admiration and resentment they cannot quite articulate. Christopher must navigate this newfound awareness of his own power while learning what it means to carry forward his family's ancient legacy. The advantages that seemed like blessings begin to reveal themselves as double-edged, forcing Christopher to confront what kind of man he wants to become.
Genres: romance, literary-fiction, coming-of-age, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, fish-out-of-water, supernatural-abilities
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
192 pages · Paperback · Futura