A secret crush. A gay billionaire in the closet. And he's my best friend's brother.

Bertie Franco is a walking, breathing work of art. Tall, dark blond hair, and with a sculpted body crafted by the gods. So freaking beautiful.

I'm Shakti Lamont. As an openly gay New York struggling avant-garde artist, I've always wanted to capture Bertie on canvas. He is like Michelangelo's David. I just want to run my hands down his glorious body ...

Bertie was my secret crush for years. I could tell he liked me too, but we never pursued it. So when his sister Lotus - a strong, openly bisexual woman who happens to be my best friend -- invited me to spend the summer in the Hamptons with the entire family, I jumped at the chance to be with him.

The world sees what Bertie wants it to see: a straight, impeccably dressed guy with a sharp mind, impeccable business acumen, and no-nonsense approach to deals.

I know the truly gorgeous guy inside. The passionate lover whose body is turned on just by my sultry voice. The one who struggles to reveal his true self to his conservative family.

But maybe I made a mistake coming here. My career is taking off. And Bertie seems hesitant to come out.

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