"..still liked the idea of a worldwide general strike and had plans to give it more thought. But he was beginning to see that the real revolution would have to take place in apartments and detached houses everywhere, most of which were in need of serious reform" 

Taking place in New York City (pre stonewall), we follow the interwoven stories of 3 gay men who all happened to be in the same bar that was raided by police. Each character faces the same challenges but in different aspects. The writing was beautiful and very though provoking. Seeing things through the different perspectives prompted me to really sit and think about the history, bigotry, and the deeply embedded roots of hate and what led to their further watering. 

I would definitely recommend this and feel this is better experienced rather than me attempting to type out all the little details and thoughts I had after reading.