A Better Place

By: Mark A. Roeder

Narrated by: Andy Babinski

A Better Place is the story of two boys from two completely different worlds struggling to find themselves amongst a whirlwind of confusion. Will the strength they find in each other be enough to overcome the hatred and abuse of others? The unlikely pair struggle through friendship and heartbreaks, betrayal and hardships, to find the deepest desire of their hearts. Casper, the poorest boy in school, goes through life as the "invisible boy", and Brendan, the captain of the high school varsity football team, has it all; muscles, money, fame, and popularity. So, when Brendan takes an interest in Casper, their friendship goes in a direction that no one would have ever guessed. The two boys share nothing on the surface, but underlying each boy's reputation lies a yearning to be free, a yearning to find a better place.

Mark A. Roeder has written and published some two dozen novels in his Gay Youth Chronicles, a continuing series not only for gay youth, but readers of all ages and sexual orientations. Since the age of fifteen, Roeder has been turning out articles, columns, and novels, but for the last several years has dedicated his life to writing heart-warming stories about gay youth. He currently resides in Bloomington, Indiana. Information on his current and upcoming books can be found at markroeder.com.

©2000,2012 Mark A. Roeder (P)2013 Mark A. Roeder

The general acceptance of LGBTQ from most people

I liked the romance and fight for love in spite of adversity. The characters were very interesting.

pulled at my heart strings

The authors characters are so mesmerizing. I feel like they are my friends. I always want to read more.

A GREAT Coming of Age Story

I really enjoyed this book overall. The characters came from different backgrounds but mesh together well. Their developing love story is genuine and heartfelt. As the book progresses you find yourself unable to hit the "stop" button, always wondering whats going to happen next. I really wish there was a sequel available.

Exploring the 80's

A well constructed story of love in the 80's, rejection and torture, acceptance and friendship.

This book never gets old!

This is my 3rd time of listening to this book, and the story gets better and better. The narrator is extremely good and tries to be all of the characters in the book, and he pulls it off almost flawlessly. This story proves that true love does exist.