The daughter of divorced parents, Tracey Wood is skeptical about love and marriage. She avoids romantic entanglements and prefers to keep things simple. Then, she meets handsome Nick Ferrone, a man whose family ties and background contrast sharply with her own. Their mutual attraction is instantaneous.

Wary of the disasters which can result from love, Tracey makes numerous excuses. But, love blossoms. Then Tracey and Nick face their biggest challenge—his mother's disapproval because of their vastly different backgrounds. Heartsick, Tracey wonders if their growing love can survive.