In preparation for his new book, author Nick Lancaster has spent years researching the life of murdered jazz singer Simone DeRosier.

But one mystery still haunts Nick–who was Simone's "one true friend"?

Nick travels to Summer Island, convinced the answer lies with Jennifer March, a lovely and elusive figure in Simone's past.

But in order to find the truth, Nick must hide his real purpose from Jennifer–earning her trust even as he betrays it.

Now Nick is caught between his work and reputation–and the woman he's fast coming to love…