The saying goes, "Favor ain't fair."

Well, as far as Xarielle Simpson is concerned, the lack of favor ain't all that fair, either. Xarielle's always been a dreamer. Even as a little girl, she spent her free time daydreaming about a life that was much different than the one she was living. She dreamt of a life where mothers stuck around, families were loving, and opportunities to better your situation with dedication and hard work were actually realistic.

In her real life … her mother left, her family is toxic, and her job, though she loves it, has her on the fast-track to nowhere. When her best friend tells her about the opportunity to work as a nanny for a wealthy acquaintance in the oceanside town of Jackson Island, Xarielle can't help but dream about the opportunities.

Kept Boudreaux is a wealthy entrepreneur and the single father of two little girls. He never planned to be a single father, but that's what happens when you're attracted to what's familiar. He chose a mother for his children who was exactly like his own mother-a woman who felt stifled and choked by the demands of motherhood.

When his precarious childcare situation falls apart, his back is against the wall. His cousin might have a solution. Her best friend is looking to make a change. She might be perfect for the position. Against the backdrop of the beauty and tranquility of Jackson Island, will two people searching for something … different start to see it in each other?