Disowned by her parents for loving the wrong man, Teresa Castro returns to Philadelphia to fulfill her childhood dream of owning a bridal boutique. Once home she meets tall, dark and irresistible, Pierce Harrington, a forbidden temptation. Teresa's past has taught her that love doesn't play fair. All though she wants to resist Pierce, it's impossible to ignore the smoldering chemistry between them. For two years, former Secret Service Agent, Pierce Harrington's assignment was to shadow the younger sister of professional athlete Alonzo Castro. Over time his attraction to the Afro-Cuban beauty can't be denied. After his assignment is completed, Pierce makes his move to capture Teresa's heart. Will old family traditions, self-doubt and a spiteful ex-wife spoil their chance of finding love?