Professor Annie Travis is an academic force to be reckoned with. However, no one sees the true Annie, the shy, inexperienced southern lady taught to hide her every need and desire. No one except the King of Diamonds. Karn, a powerful shapeshifter, draws Annie into his magical world, intent on teaching the teacher the true meaning of passion. But even as he teaches Annie how to free herself, Karn's dark past imprisons his heart and soul, keeping him from giving his love to any woman. Will Annie be able to turn the tables on Karn and teach him how to love again?