The Gay-Len Memoir is a survivor's story, a fairy tale in which the hero, after painful years of struggle, meets his prince and discovers lasting love. This memoir often deals with painful situations, but its message is critical: love yourself first, and don't depend on your relationships to fill gaps in your soul—because relying on romance to determine self-worth is a recipe for disaster. The memoir touches on sexual assault, domestic violence, cheating, and many topics most relationships face on a day to day basis.