A Home at the End of the World

In the 1960s, young Bobby enjoys a deep and meaningful relationship with his older brother, who acts as a significant role model and equal companion. Their bond is characterized by shared experiences and mutual respect, making Bobby's world brighter and more secure.

Bobby's life is shattered when his brother dies in a freak accident during a party at their home. The loss occurs suddenly when his brother walks through a closed plate glass door, leaving Bobby with an unfillable void and forcing him to confront the reality of life without his brother.

While navigating his grief at school, Bobby meets Jonathan, a boy who bears a remarkable resemblance to his deceased brother. This connection offers Bobby a glimmer of hope as he grapples with the loss of both his mother and brother.

Bobby introduces Jonathan to the world of pot and rock music, two liberating experiences that create a strong bond between them. Their friendship is a source of comfort for Bobby, who finds solace in Jonathan's company amid his troubled home life.

During difficult times following Bobby's father's death, Jonathan invites Bobby to move in with his family. Living together allows Bobby to experience the love and support he has sorely missed since his brother's passing.

As their friendship deepens, Jonathan develops strong feelings for Bobby, drawn to his carefree spirit and confidence. Their relationship evolves during moments of intimacy, although they strive to maintain a primarily brotherly bond.

Bobby's presence introduces warmth into Jonathan's mother, Alice's life, as he shares the experience of pot with her. This rekindles her passion for cooking and she starts teaching Bobby culinary skills, providing both of them with joy.

As the years pass, Bobby finds employment in a bakery while Jonathan prepares to head off to college. Jonathan's parents, noticing Ned's declining health, encourage Bobby to find his own way, highlighting the crossroads in their lives.

Fast forward to the early 1980s, Bobby travels to the bustling West Village of NYC in search of Jonathan. Their reunion marks a pivotal moment, as Jonathan has embraced his sexuality, living with an artist named Clare.

Clare begins an unexpected romance with Bobby, causing tension and jealousy for Jonathan, who feels left out. This shift complicates their relationships and tests the bonds formed over the years.

Bobby receives devastating news about Ned’s passing and journeys back to the desert to confront another loss. Meanwhile, Jonathan grapples with feelings of inadequacy, complicating their emotional landscape.

As the trio grapples with love and loyalty, Clare becomes pregnant with Bobby's child, creating a tender yet complex situation. They contemplate their future in the face of impending changes.

Seeking a fresh start, they relocate to the historic town of Woodstock, NY, centered around the excitement of their new family dynamic and the opening of a restaurant named 'Home.' This new chapter emphasizes love and community.

As Clare embraces motherhood, Jonathan begins to show signs of health concerns that cast a shadow over their lives. Bobby discovers a sore on Jonathan's hip, foreshadowing the onset of his battle with AIDS.

In an emotional moment, Jonathan and Bobby scatter Ned's ashes together, leading to a heartfelt conversation about mortality and their unresolved feelings. This profound experience cements their enduring bond.