A mysterious stranger. The object of fantasy. She can have what she wants... but only if she pays the most terrible price.

Caireen passes him every day in the park. A handsome man who never speaks to her. They gaze at each other with gentle understanding, and she knows he is a kindred spirit. She finds herself falling in love.

Then he collapses, desperately ill. After rushing him to hospital, she finds he has no loved ones. He has willed his considerable estate to her. He will save her from poverty. If she loses him...

While Luke hovers on the brink of life and death, Caireen must make a heart-wrenching decision. Will she stick by this stricken man? Or go with the wonderful Kevin, who brings such fun and energy into her life? Time will tell.