Blurb/Synopsis: Madison Lane's seemingly simple one-night encounter takes an unexpected turn when the captivating man from her passionate night becomes none other than her strict and intimidating new English literature professor, Lucian Buford. As he singles her out relentlessly in class, Maddie finds herself isolated, with no friends and no room for leisure. Everyone steers clear to avoid Professor Buford's wrath, leaving her overwhelmed with work and unable to enjoy the attention of the charming classmate who has taken an interest in her. Maddie believes Lucian despises her, but little does she know he's fighting an internal struggle, trying not to give in to the intense attraction he feels for her. When two individuals, each hiding their own hidden truths and drawn to the fire in each other's eyes, collide in a battle of wills, will they emerge unharmed or fall victim to forces they can neither control nor predict?