Young, energetic and desperate for a life change, Isabella Huffington leaves her small town as a recent psychology grad, only to be emotionally dismantled by Chicago's fast life. After enrolling in Pekin University to attend graduate school, she finds that her education extends beyond the classroom into the bedroom and forbidden fantasies of her sociology instructor, Leslie Thor. He challenges Isabella's psyche while manipulating her vulnerabilities with his intimidating social prowess and sadistic sexuality. The ultimate lady's man, Leslie coerces Isabella to adapt both socially and sexually, leaving her feeling stuck in an inescapable web of insecurity and uncertainty.
While her initial goal was merely to learn to adapt, she eventually seeks to overcome her tempter. As Isabella, the once unwitting prey, evolves, Leslie becomes intrigued beyond what he had ever been accustomed. He then grapples with his own emotions while still trying to remain dominant and imposing. the struggle - on every level- between Isabella and Leslie create both explosive passion and intrigue. Who will now be forbidden?