Viv Wilder has a problem. One that her cousin, Steven, thinks he can help solve. Viv's unwanted suitor is not just making a nuisance of himself, but his behavior is worrying the family. Steven feels that if a very large fiancé were in the picture the guy would get scared off—and he knows just the very large guy for the job. His best friend and business partner is having some trouble of his own trying to keep his meddling mother out of his personal life. The perfect setup is a fake engagement.

Convincing Viv and Jonas is a bit of a trial, but the two agree after objecting to the absurdity of the suggestion. As it turns out, the situation is more dangerous for Viv than anyone realizes. Soon one of them will fight for their life and jeopardize the love that has unexpectedly ensnared the fraudulent couple.