All her life, Alyssa Jansen has loved handsome, wealthy Quentin Dwayne Hinton--a man who barely knows she exists. Now, after years away in France, Alyssa's back, and suddenly Q is seeing her in a whole new light. The surprising thing is, so is his brother Sterling....

Sterling is stunned by the sexy, smart career woman Alyssa has become, and by his desire to protect her from his irresponsible brother. Platonic friendship turns into a deep, passionate affair that leaves them both feeling confused and guilty. And when Q decides he wants Alyssa after all, she'll have to choose between a fairy tale come true and a new, unexpected love....