Catherine "Cat" Palmer is a journalism major at Howard University, and works full-time as a receptionist in an emergency room. Juggling work and studies has left her no time for a social life. When her friends drag her to a frat party one night, she doesn't expect to be introduced to the campus heartthrob, Dorian Wallace. Dorian is a business major at the university, known for his wealth and prowess with women. When he lays eyes on Catherine, it is love at first sight. It doesn't take long before the two become inseparable. At first, Catherine is enamored with Dorian's attentiveness, and is grateful for the new lifestyle his wealth has afforded her. It soon becomes apparent Dorian's intentions are not honorable, and simply a means of controlling her. Catherine finds every reason to excuse his antiquated thinking and domineering behavior; however, ignoring his actions isn't as easy for those closest to her. Will Catherine have the strength to escape the abuse, or will their love remain Unbalanced?