Open, Heaven

In Seán Hewitt's evocative debut novel, Open, Heaven, two teenage boys forge a transformative bond over a pivotal year in a remote English village. As sheltered sixteen-year-old James navigates his burgeoning sexuality amid familial expectations, he encounters the troubled yet charismatic Luke, whose complex past adds depth to their connection. With themes of desire, yearning, and the nuances of first love, the novel captures the intense emotions of adolescence while exploring the essence of longing and personal discovery.