As an inexperienced drama student, Clare had been shocked and disgusted by the sudden and rough lovemaking of Luke, an older, handsome stranger. She had turned away from love— for good. Now, nine years later, Clare was a famous actress. She valued her friendship with Macey Janson, a leading playwright and producer, because Macey was willing to leave it at that—just friends. But when chance suddenly thrust Luke back into Clare's life she faced a strange situation that was a threat to all her relationships.