Children of the Revolution
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Milan burns for the freedom the revolutionaries had always wanted and yet the most dangerous rebellion of all is the love the leader shares with his fellow fighter.
Summary
When Vito, the leader of the revolution, bumps into shy and kind Emidio, they both instantly know that there is something peculiar about the other. Something worth getting to know one another even with all their differences.
In the midst of the planning of a revolt against the government the two realise that they have strange feelings for each other. Soon they have to start fighting against their foes while still trying to figure out where those feelings come from and if they are worth risking their friendship for.
The Heart of the Story
A forbidden love in a city preparing for battle and death
TROPES
Accidental meeting, found family, friends to lovers, forbidden love
SETTING
The busy streets of 1800s Milano, a familiar bar with a group of revolutionaries and the comfort of home where all secrets are kept.
VIBES
Secret Conversations and letters on the barricade awaiting their death. Honest and tender love that no one else is allowed to know of.
A Glimpse Inside
“I love you more than anything, my dear.” Emidio whispered as some singular tears started streaming down his red cheeks.
“I love you too.” Vito said, feeling that it was the last time he would be able to say it and regretting not having said it before.
“More than the revolution?” Emidio asked carefully.