Purple Method An up-and-coming heavy metal singer and a martial artist whose shot at the title is slipping away must decide how hard they're willing to fight--for their dreams and each other. Max Diaz is firmly in the closet, and as unbearable as that's becoming, he can't risk his only remaining family--his brother, Tony--or his band Purple Method's chance to make it big. Rick Bernstein dreams of rising in the ranks of the MMA circuit and securing a training career at a top gym, but with rejections coming thick and fast and his financial future in dire jeopardy, starting a relationship is the last thing on his mind--especially with someone who isn't out. But when Purple Method returns to Elfinbrook after a six-month tour, one kiss changes everything. Now Max and Rick face decisions that will change both of their lives forever.