This was a well done noir queer piece. I think Rosen did a good job balancing the bleak reality of being queer in the 40/50s with a message of found family and hope. I was initially a bit reluctant to read this book, queer folks in a historical context does not often end well for the queer folks.

I liked the mystery and I think the characters were well done. Decently developed and compelling. It had just the right noir atmosphere too which I enjoy. I enjoyed the ending and it left space open for future installments with Andy, I would read a sequel for sure.

Content Warnings: contains discussion of suicidal ideation, on page violence, and discussions of past physical and mental abuse