Martin, an American anthropologist in his early thirties, is settled in his life if still bruised from his latest break up. Then he visits Cuba on a fact-finding mission and discovers Alexei, a charming young man with hidden scars. Alexei introduces Martin to his dangerous and what had begun as an attraction deepens into love. Returning home and leaving Alexei behind nearly kills Martin. Then Alexei takes matters into his own hands. Fighting to keep Alexei with him in the States isn't going to be easy but there's nothing Martin won't do to keep Alexei safe, even if it means asking help from a man he despises.