He's the professor. She's teaching the lessons.

Just before graduating, Maye Farsey has one more hurdle to clear: an internship with her daunting, rigid, unfriendly professor. Sounds like a nightmare rather than an opportunity of a lifetime. At least until there's an extra bonus added. A guarantee into the school's graduate program-tuition free.

Andrew Chaplin would much rather have his summer to himself. But, in an effort to secure tenure at the university where he teaches, he's agreed to take on a student intern to give him that extra edge over his colleagues.

Neither could've predicted the chemistry that developed during long hours, a shared, cramped office, and work they're both incredibly passionate about.

When tragedy strikes, it puts the sizzling heat building between them to the test. She's insecure but loving and compassionate. He's proud but vulnerable. Can they find their way through their own obstacles to cultivate something beautiful and new?