The pages between us

Elliot Collins had spent years chasing a dream that never seemed to get any closer.
Austin Cartan had spent years turning his dreams into stories.
When Elliot moves into a new apartment, the last thing he expects is his quiet, book-loving neighbor. Austin is reserved, difficult to read, and far too good at ignoring him.
But a forgotten childhood photograph changes everything.
Because Austin isn't just the man living next door.
He's Elliot's lost childhood best friend.
The boy he laughed with, cried with, and promised never to forget.
As old memories resurface and buried feelings begin to take shape, Elliot and Austin find themselves caught between the past they left behind and the future they never saw coming.
Sometimes, the people we lose are the ones we're meant to find again.
And sometimes, the greatest love story isn't written in a book.
It's the one waiting to be lived.

Tropes

Actor × Writer

Childhood Friends to Lovers

Neighbors to Lovers

🤍 Slow Burn

Second Chances

⚠️ Contains emotional themes, family issues, and lots of pining