Kit & Basie
Kit & Basie by Tess Carletta is a fiction novel published by Tess Carletta in August 2023. This 270-page book explores the complexities of immortality through the experiences of Basie Yeats, who grapples with his unique existence in Long Lily, Pennsylvania, following the death of his mother. As he contemplates leaving his familiar surroundings to embrace immortality in a new way, he encounters Kit Elliot, a man searching for a place to call home.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of LGBTQ+ romance and magical realism as Kit and Basie’s lives become increasingly intertwined. Kit’s purchase of a church-turned-cottage leads to a connection that challenges both men to confront their desires and fears. As they navigate their evolving relationship, the story delves into the emotional landscapes of grief and longing, set against the backdrop of a quaint Pennsylvania town.
Official synopsis Publisher
Immortality is a dangerous affair when it isn’t done right.
Basie Yeats knows he’s doing immortality all wrong, spending endless days in the same place, but he doesn’t see a reason to leave the home he loves in Long Lily, Pennsylvania. Once the impossible death of his mother leaves him the only immortal person he knows, Basie decides that the only thing he wants to do is get out of Long Lily and start doing immortality the right way-alone.
Kit Elliot has wandered the world looking for the right place to call home, so when a church-turned-cottage suddenly goes up for sale in a quaint Pennsylvania town, it feels like it was meant to be. It takes only a few days at Wellhead Cottage for Kit to decide that the man who sold it to him is frustrating, awkward, and terribly handsome. He offers to help Basie find a new home away from Long Lily-but as days turn to months, Kit finds himself wishing he could make Basie stay.
Trigger Warnings:
- Graphic: Panic attacks
- Moderate: Suicide (euthanasia), death of parent, grief
- Minor: Pregnancy (healthy)
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Kit & Basie” about?
Who is the author of “Kit & Basie”?
When was “Kit & Basie” published?
What is the ISBN for “Kit & Basie”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
