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Boys Come First
by Aaron Foley
I haven't read anything like this before. A deeply personal story about 3 best friends, all gay Black men in their 30s, Foley explores mental health, toxic masculinity, and colorism within a community whose stories are rarely told. While moments were difficult to follow and characters were sometimes easy to mix up, Foley tells a poignant story. Dominick moves back to his home city after being dumped and fired the same day. Troy, a school teacher in an abusive relationship, tries to protect his people from gentrification. And Remy is a locally famous relator who has to grapple with his personal success and opportunities with protecting Black Detroit. All 3 of them experience intense hardships and yet their love for one another is beautiful. Foley's writing is funny and playful and accessible, while the story he is telling is real and representative. This is honestly a must read, providing an insight into a particular community that, unless you are a part of you, you probably know nothing about.