After the sudden death of her father, *Alexia* is left lost, broken and craving something to hold onto. She never expected comfort to come in the form of *Steven* her father’s best friend, a man twice her age, and the one person she should never want. Steven promised to protect her… not fall for her. But every moment spent in the same space, every lingering glance, every accidental touch, pulls them closer to a line they both know they shouldn’t cross. She’s off-limits. He’s forbidden. But desire doesn’t play by the rules. As secrets from the past unravel and emotions spiral out of control, Alexia and Steven must choose: Will they walk away before it’s too late — or give in to the fire that threatens to consume them both?