As Cora grapples with grief and depression, she seeks refuge in her lovers.
However, Marco and Jay know they can heal her only so much. Letting her relinquish control in the bedroom liberates her, but only to a certain extent. Jay and Marco gently guide her to therapy, where she's able to unravel the complexities of her emotional turmoil and explore her feelings for them, her family, and her career. In the backdrop of this trio's trials, the past unfolds, showcasing Jay and Marco's origin story—two strangers becoming best friends. If it were only that simple… Jay's unrequited love for Marco builds from a casual crush to an all-consuming, soul-crushing anguish he cannot ignore. Can Jay ever admit his feelings for Marco? Is Marco capable of loving Jay as more than a friend? This is book two in the Structural Duet and must be listened to after book one.