Ronnie's elder brother has helped her land a tutoring job on the Italian island of Sardinia, but he's also warned her that her employer, Guido, is dangerous. The first sight of him leaves her speechless—what a gorgeous man! But even before Ronnie starts her job teaching English to his niece, Guido is visibly hostile toward her. While sensing there will be some trouble ahead, Ronnie finds herself falling for Guido despite herself.