In life there are two choices: embrace the power of love, or be consumed by the power of hate…
Nathaniel Fye’s marriage into the wealthy Bellmont family is one of convenience. Though he thinks his financial security is ensured, the brilliant concert pianist soon discovers he has no idea who his wife really is. But tragedy soon leaves Nathaniel with nothing more than memories of his fame and fortune, along with a single protege, the widow Lydia Tyler, to continue teaching.
Jeselle Thorton’s heart has always belonged to one man. For her entire life she’s been in love with Whitmore Bellmont. And fortunately for Jeselle, Whitmore has always reciprocated her love. But because of the color of their skin, the couple can never have more than their dreams of a future together.
Four lives brought together by circumstance will be forced to combat prejudice and risk everything, or else be destroyed by the love that society forbids them to feel.