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When The Road Narrows: A coming-of-age story about a young man navigating acceptance, sexuality, heartache, and the pursuit of redemption.

Richard Sgaglio
4.4 / 5.0
Published: 2025 ISBN: 9781915905642

Description

For Nick, life is measured in the rhythmic scrape of skates against ice and the crushing pressure to succeed in a world that demands perfection. As a rising star in the high-stakes arena of hockey, he has mastered the art of playing a role, keeping his true self tucked away behind a carefully constructed facade. But when tragedy strikes and grief forces him to confront the silence he has spent years running from, his guarded world begins to fracture. This poignant coming-of-age journey follows Nick as he navigates the fragile space between who he is expected to be and who he is becoming. Amidst the heartache of loss and the daunting pursuit of redemption, he finds an unexpected connection that challenges everything he thought he knew about love and vulnerability. Through the fear of rejection and the overwhelming desire for acceptance, Nick must learn that the hardest battles are often the ones fought within our own hearts. This is a story about finding the courage to show up for your own life, even when the road narrows and the path ahead remains uncertain. It is a deeply moving experience that lingers long after the final page is turned.

Customer Reviews

Top 4 from Amazon
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JCGIRL
April 11, 2026
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Great Read

This book is a must read. I couldn't put it down, kept my interest through the entire book!
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J
August 31, 2025
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Excellent book!!

What a great read!! I consumed it in a day! The writing flows effortlessly, making it easy to stay engaged. The author weaves emotion and reflection together in a way that lingers long after reading. It is moving and thought-provoking, taking you along the twists and turns with the character. It is one of those books that touches the heart. It is truly a memorable read that I would highly recommend!
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Abdelrahman Hassan
February 10, 2026
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Meh

Felt dry, didn’t have a strong climax
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Marie Scott
October 22, 2025
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Touching and Relateable

This novel was excellent and meant for anyone at any age The emotions that Nick (main character) goes thru-fear, wanting to be accepted, love, confusion and more are things that everyone can relate to. A great first novel by Richard Sgaglio.