Sparks are flying between Jecca Layton and Dr. Tristan Aldredge. At the urging of her dear friend Kim, Jecca put the ruthless New York City art world on hold to spend the summer pursuing her passion for painting while enjoying Edilean's tighly knit art community. For years, Kim's cousin, Tris -- the town's handsome and dedicated doctor -- felt a deep connection to Kim's college "sister" Jecca though they had met only once before ; now, Jecca is swept off her feet by this strong, sensitive man in a summer of sensual delights. But when long shadows announce Jecca's return to "real life" and the big city, the lovers must decide : can they survive the distance?