There are a few awkward interactions early on (I think to give you a feel for the characters) but once things get going Wells does a great job of making the people relatable and realistic.  It's not an easy thing, making Christian more comfortable with himself, but it's handled really well.  

Josh is a little too perfect, which makes him great book boyfriend material.  He's patient, kind, understanding, and charming.  He knows when to push Christian but also when to back off.  

Christian is hesitant to be seen by anyone because of his appearance.  For years he's hidden himself away, with his only human contact by phone ... and peeping at the hot gardener outside his window.  Things start changing for him when said hot gardener is assigned the task of renovating Christians apartment.  He doesn't realize the two men are the same at first (because of the no face-to-face contact thing he has going on) but Josh's personality alone is enough to have Christian inching his way out of self-imposed exile.  When an accident throws them together ... well, Josh has a certain charm about him :)

I think my favorite part about this book was the lack of drama.  We already get enough of the feels with Christian having to deal with his issues that nothing more is really needed.  Instead, Out of the Shadows is a delightfully low key story where two guys meet, get to know each other, and explore their common attraction, while helping Christian venture out into the world again.  

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