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Gunther Allen

Throughout my journey, I’ve worn many hats, each shaping my identity and fueling my passion for storytelling. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in music from Long Beach State, I embarked on a musical journey that took me across continents and stages, co-writing a musical in Long Beach that performed throughout Los Angeles.

My connection to the LGBTQIA+ community has been shaped by athletics. I competed nationally and internationally in volleyball, water polo, and swimming, including earning first place in water polo with the Los Angeles Water Polo Club. In Laguna Beach, California, I founded Orange Juice Aquatics, a gay swim team, where I swam, coached, and helped build a community that carried our athletes to the Gay Games.

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about the author

Gunther Allen

Throughout my journey, I’ve worn many hats, each shaping my identity and fueling my passion for storytelling. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in music from Long Beach State, I embarked on a musical journey that took me across continents and stages, co-writing a musical in Long Beach that performed throughout Los Angeles.

In 1988, I proudly represented the LGBTQIA+ community on the volleyball court at the NAGVA North American Gay Volleyball Association Championships in Montreal. I later competed in the Vancouver 1989 International Gay and Lesbian Aquatic Championships, bringing home 1st place in water polo with the Los Angeles Water Polo Club. Inspired by my love for sports and community, I founded the Orange Juice Aquatics gay swim team in Laguna Beach, California, where I swam and coached our team to success at the Gay Games in 1994.

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"Tito's torn between his duty to the family and his love for Rico, an FBI agent. The story really pulls you in, especially with the assassination at Uncle Sully’s funeral. I found the way they fought for forgiveness and love truly heartwarming."
A Powerful Mix of Love and Loyalty
"I couldn't put this one down. The mix of crime and forbidden love is spot on. When Tito finds out Rico's true identity, it leads to betrayal that’s so real and raw, but the journey to redemption? It’s worth every page."
Intense Crime and Romance
"From assassination attempts to intimate moments, Tito and Rico’s relationship is full of ups and downs. The way their love manages to survive through the chaos really hit me. The holiday scene? That one sticks with you."
Suspenseful and Emotional
"Honestly, this book surprised me. Tito’s balancing act between family crime and his love for Rico makes for a story that’s both action-packed and full of emotion. It’s gripping, heartbreaking, and totally worth the read."
A Love Story in a Dangerous World
"This book blends romance and crime so well. Tito’s world is full of danger, but his relationship with Rico really shines through all the darkness. You feel the heartbreak, the tension, and ultimately, the hope for something better."
Heartfelt Crime Drama
"Chris’s story of finding himself in Hawaii is beautiful. His relationship with Koa is full of passion and challenges, but what really stands out is the way he learns to accept himself. It’s raw and emotional."
A Journey of Love and Identity
"I loved how this book takes you through Chris’s personal struggles, set against the backdrop of 1970s Hawaii. His relationship with Koa feels real, and their journey together makes for a powerful story of love and resilience."
Love and Self-Discovery in Hawaii
"Chris’s journey to self-acceptance really resonated with me. His relationship with Koa adds layers of complexity to the story, and watching him grow into his true self was both inspiring and touching."
An Emotional Coming-of-Age
"I found myself completely wrapped up in Chris and Koa’s story. Their relationship unfolds in such a natural, yet emotional way. Set in Hawaii, the backdrop only enhances the deep emotions they go through. It’s a story that really makes you feel."
A Heartfelt Tale of Love and Growth
"Chris’s journey through love, heartache, and eventually self-acceptance is really moving. The 1970s setting adds an interesting layer to the story, and his relationship with Koa is full of both passion and challenges. It’s one of those books that stays with you long after you finish."
Resilience and Love
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