Clubbed Three: Darkness and Light

In CLUBBED THREE: Darkness and Light, the final book in the CLUBBED trilogy, one major theme is how people adapt to changing situations. Joey and Henry, the owners of Club Sanctuary, experience changes to their relationship in a variety of ways. They move their focus from the very broad, diverse community at the club to a smaller, more intimate tribe. Should they maintain the rules that kept their relationship strong to this point, or make changes after Joey broke those very rules? Henry tightens his control to achieve his desires. Can Joey meet the new demands now being placed on him?

In a departure from Books One and Two, new voices are added to the narrative, bringing new perspectives as the LGBTQ community continues its fight for acceptance and equality, while the HIV/AIDS pandemic wreaks havoc with no end in sight.

Both the main characters and the community enter into the darkness. How many of them, if any, will emerge into the light?

The CLUBBED series has been described as Queer As Folk meets POSE in the heart of Philly's Gayborhood. Each book can be read as a standalone, but the complete series tells the story of a community committed to the enjoyment of life even in the midst of overwhelming struggles. The mix of historical and fictional people and places provides authenticity within the art of storytelling. This is not a story of despair. It is a story of hope, courage, joy and optimism, still relevant today.

Author: Robert A. Karl
Publisher: Robert a Karl
Published: 03/01/2023
Pages: 284
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9798987912645

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2023