SOMETHING SPECIAL BE: A gay brother. A disabled brother. A vengeful brother. A war. by HUGH FLYNN

The unflinching true story of a man’s struggle to advocate for his disabled brother, and the toxic conflict that tears a family apart. Something Special Be is award-winning writer Hugh Flynn’s chronicle of the family strife and legal hurdles that ignite when his brother Aaron, a man with Down syndrome, decides to live with him permanently. It's a powerful, contemporary story exploring the intersection of unconditional love, devotion, and a fight for justice. After decades apart, Hugh and Aaron have spent the last year living blissfully together in bustling Los Angeles and bonding with Hugh's new boyfriend, Luis. When a medical issue arises and Aaron requires surgery, Hugh realizes he can no longer avoid a conservatorship for his brother. But their siblings mount hostile and homophobic objections to Hugh's petition to Superior Court, and an epic battle erupts that threatens Aaron's choice to live with his gay brother, and pushes a troubled family to the brink of destruction. Luis steps bravely into the chaos despite its shocking twists and turns, and the three men unite as the juggernaut of intimidation escalates and a fierce courtroom showdown appears imminent. This memoir is: A gripping and heartfelt story about a fight for family justice. A poignant, contemporary gay romance that challenges stereotypes and shines light on self-acceptance and love. A powerful exploration of conflict, deception, and generational shadows in dysfunctional families. A candid and emotional narrative told with humor and unvarnished honesty. As funny as it is heartbreaking, triumphant as it is raw, Something Special Be is a story you will never forget. “A story about love, familial and chosen … Prepare to be inspired.” Melissa Suggitt, IBR