Courage, first love, and a secret worth fighting for.
Spring in suburban Finland. Tuomas Ylivire is on the verge of growing up—and trouble.
With a judo kit, a sharp tongue, and the rule-bending instincts of his legendary detective father, he thinks he’s ready for anything. Then Esa walks into his life, truths surface, and everything changes. One throw on the Judo tatami, and Tuomas's life changed forever.
As friendships strain and secrets unravel, Tuomas must decide who he is and what he stands for. Being gay is normal; being open, brave, and happy takes grit. Between laugh-out-loud moments and pulse-tightening twists, he learns that the toughest fight isn’t on the tatami—it’s for your own heart.
Handful is a fast, heartfelt coming-of-age novel packed with suspense, wit, and big feelings—perfect for readers who love smart queer fiction with humour and hope.