From an early age, Tyler Reynolds has felt different. Being the descendent of both slaves and slave masters, he has always struggled to fit in, never feeling fully accepted by Black or White communities due to his mixed roots. Born to a single mother who passes for White in a small town in Georgia, Tyler and his younger sister Amber are taught that light complexions and colored eyes hold the key to opportunities. Unfortunately, unlike Amber, Tyler is the product of rape and has inherited his father’s features.

Tyler’s mother works long, hard hours as a housekeeper for a prominent family in a nearby town. While she showers her children with material things when her finances allow, her hectic work schedule often leaves her two children to fend for themselves.

Throughout his childhood, Tyler feels like a burden to his mother. His very presence blemishes her reputation in their community. In her absence, Tyler’s mother fails to notice his dark turn. Tyler experiences strong urges which he struggles to suppress. Eventually, he gives in to his temptation; however, his overwhelming guilt has him vowing to never defy his better judgment again.

Somehow, Tyler manages to honor the vow he made to himself...that is, until he meets the beautifully alluring Layla Montgomery. She is everything a guy could ever ask for - intelligent, a hard worker, and insatiable lover; she maintains a tidy home and is humbly grounded; and most importantly, she accepts him entirely. 

It isn’t until after Tyler and Layla elope that she reveals a secret about herself - a secret that can potentially ruin everything that Tyler has been working hard to avoid. Will Tyler and Layla’s marriage survive the storm brewing their way, or will their romance end as quickly as it began?