It's the summer of 1965 . . . the days are hot, and one night is about to get even steamier.

Caroline's failed marriage wasn't her fault--the blame for that falls squarely on her neglectful, cheating husband--but she still has to deal with the fall-out, including her embarrassed family and all the men who now think she's hot-to-trot. When the offer of a beach vacation comes her way, she jumps at it: two weeks by herself in the sun and sand is just what she needs.

Meeting a handsome soldier who's about to deploy to Vietnam isn't in her plans, but Caroline is drawn to Tom as soon as she sees him. In his arms, she learns more about passion than she could ever imagine. Just one night with him will change her forever.