When tragedy brings Delilah Smith home for the first time in years, she finds that some things-and people-never change. Faced with the familiar but unwelcome task of mediating between her mother and brother, Del's only respite comes from her friendship with Felicia Jennings, the attractive widow next door. When friendship becomes more, Del's torn between protecting the family peace and pursuing her romance with Widow.

Widow sacrificed everything for her children. Now that they're grown, she has no idea what she wants for herself. Until she meets Del, who awakens desires Widow buried long ago. Her habit of holding back may ruin her newfound joy with Del.

Del and Widow have spent years living up to the expectations of others; can they fulfill their family obligations and find their own happiness, or do they have to choose one over the other?