As president of her family's successful conglomerate, Carissa Cartel thought she was willing to do anything to keep her company growing. But when her actions result in business rival Travis Edwards's heart attack, she finds that her attempts to make amends to his handsome son are sparking a dangerous attraction.

Photographer Nathan Edwards is stunned to find a beautiful, intriguingly sensitive woman at his father's bedside when he arrives at the hospital. And he's even more fascinated to discover how much they have in common. As Nathan and Carissa maintain a vigil for Travis, it isn't long before an all-consuming desire is ignited between them. But when secrets are revealed and a bitter mistrust surfaces, Nathan and Carissa must come to terms with what matters most in order to save a passion that can only be called true love....