Mina West has never felt right in her own skin. She wakes up feeling like she's never enough for anyone, finding solace only when she's asleep. Having to deal with a family who couldn't care less about her, and trying to survive the bullying she experiences at school, her life has never been easy. All she wants is for someone to finally see her, and accept her for who she is. Tony Jones just transferred to Crestwood High, and is ready to start fresh. He aims to finish the year off with high grades and hope for the future. But what happens when he comes across a girl who makes him question what he really wants? Tony Jones can't afford any distractions, but after meeting Mina West on his first day, he can't seem to stay away. Mina tries to pull away from everyone, but she can't help but feel drawn to Tony. What will become of these two lost souls? And what will happen when they finally let each other in?

When 20 year old Valerie Fernandez's father is killed in uncertain circumstances, she's left with nothing but the urge to avenge her father, and his empire. With the aid of her childhood best friend and second in command Santiago Marrero, she's soon able to find answers. But at what cost? 22 year old Santiago Marrero has yearned for his best friend all his life. Being her second in command and right hand? Not. Helping. So when her father dies in unforseen circumstances, he knows he has to stick by her. And it's not just for the empire. It's deeper. It's desire.