After experiencing an unimaginable heartbreak, Robin Forrest has no desire to start another relationship. Drew Matthews just can't wait to get to know her better from the moment he meets her and hears her poetry, reflecting a woman with self confidence and self respect. He's unaware that she thinks that she couldn't possibly have a chance of a lasting relationship with a man as handsome and athletic as him. Although she has concern about dating a mama's boy, she decides to see where things could go between them. Drew quickly attaches himself to Robin and dispels her thoughts by letting her know that he doesn't intend to ever live without her. Not long into it, despite being treated like the object of his desire, the relationship becomes everything she never wanted for herself. Robin realizes that being with him has its costs- including her freedom to think, dress, speak and truly be herself. The more that she tries to end it, the harder he resists and the tighter his hold becomes. Robin has to decide if she is willing to live her life in fear or if she will break free.