Wow, I don't really know where to begin. I found the story to be enthralling and tragic sort of slice of life. It is undoubtedly a story about one's struggle with their sexuality, but that was not really the parts of the story that resonated with me. This is a story about one man's two relationships, and the pains of those relationships. It was those struggles that I related so closely to and what made me love this book so much. The characters are SO well developed, Giovanni in particular. They all felt so real and raw. I don't know what else to say; I can't recommend this book enough.

Of note, I listened to this on audiobook and it was very well voiced. I highly recommend it.