Blue Star Diner by Brina Brady

Twenty-four-year-old Andrew Star, the brooding co-manager of his family diner with a past, finds himself drawn to Officer Rafael Duarte—a man with secrets as dark as the night.

Their attraction is electric, but there’s a catch: both men are hiding their true selves. Andrew, scarred by youthful mistakes, yearns for Officer Duarte’s attention. But Rafael, bound by duty and fear, must keep his sexuality hidden to protect everything he holds dear.
As the tension simmers between them, the Star and Duarte families clash. Their feud, fueled by religious differences, threatens to tear apart the very fabric of their lives. Andrew’s cover as a ladies’ man is a fragile shield, while Rafael walks a tightrope between love and survival.
In a small town where acceptance comes at a high price, Andrew and Rafael must navigate forbidden desires, risking everything for a chance at love. But when secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, they discover that the true battle lies within themselves—a battle that could shatter their lives or set them free.

Blue Star Diner is a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and the courage to embrace who you truly are, even when the odds are stacked against you.