Enjoy the Dance

By: Heidi Cullinan

Narrated by: Iggy Toma

Dance with your heart, and love will follow.

Kindergarten teacher Spenser Harris has carved a quiet, stable future out of his tumultuous past, but his world turns upside down the night a homeless teen appears on his doorstep - a boy whose story mirrors the one Spenser has worked so hard to overcome. The decision to shelter Duon is easy. What's tricky is juggling the network of caregivers in Duon's life, especially TomAs Jimenez.

TomAs wouldn't have hesitated to take Duon in, but his plate is already full working three jobs to support his family. Though Spenser's carefully constructed walls are clearly designed to keep the world at bay, TomAs pushes past Spenser's defenses, determined to ensure the man is worthy of his charge. As the two of them grow closer, TomAs dares to dream of a life beyond his responsibilities, and Spenser begins to believe he might finally find a home of his own after all.

But Spenser and TomAs's world is forever poised to crash down around their ears. Duon's grandmother isn't sure she wants him to be raised by a gay man and challenges Spenser's custody. TomAs's undocumented parents could be deported at any time, and all the while the state of Minnesota votes on a constitutional amendment against marriage equality and the US Supreme Court debates whether or not Spenser and TomAs get a happily ever after. All they can do is hold tight to their love, hope for a better future...and remind each other to enjoy the dance.

©2016 Heidi Cullinan (P)2016 Heidi Cullinan

it was ok. novel wise it was not spectacular. but

the fact that it represented a real part of life in the US and some struggles meants some. gay romance is def not my thing but i didnt mind..

Good story but....

I was very excited for this audio....I love the combination of Iggy Toma and Heidi Cullinan. This story started of great. I loved the interactions between Spenser and Tomas. I just felt that their story was over shadowed by the politics that were happening during this time. Narration was great. I am a huge fan of Iggy!

Equale rights

Where does Enjoy the Dance rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The book is well written however it's not until Thomas and spencer finally take a chance on each other that the story truly gets wings

What was one of the most memorable moments of Enjoy the Dance?

Thomas parents being issued there green cards and knowing he would not loose them

What does Iggy Toma bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Heart

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Thomas realizing that he was freeer than he thought when it turned out Oliver took care of the lawyer

Any additional comments?

This highlights the importants of the foster care system as well as the true need for imagination reform

Wonderful!

This is the second book I’ve read by Heidi Cullinan and I’ve truly enjoyed them both. I especially love the message and deep meaning they brought out - especially this book. Yes, we do still live in a time of hatred and bigotry which is sad. I live in the Bay Area CA and you would think everyone is open minded. No, but I do believe in hope and change. Yes, love and dance too. Thank you for a very wonderful story.

Heidi does it again!

I loved all the characters in this book. Even Alisa redeemed herself somewhat by the end. Spencer and Tomas were so perfect for each other.
Though this title isn't whisper synced, I had no trouble going from audio to kindle and back again.
This is a totally feel good book for me because even though there were sad issues in the book, there was never any doubt about the love Spencer and Tomas had for each other.
I will say it would be a good idea to have some hankies ready. There were several very emotional scenes.