Pure Instinct — Ellen Fletcher

CINDERELLA'S LAST STAND

Amie Phillips felt out of place among the wealthy guests who twirled through the grandest ballroom in Charlotte. As an advocate for the homeless, she spent her days soliciting donations from these people and trying to find shelter for families who had nowhere to go. But when her best friend had come down with the flu at the last minute, Amie had agreed to attend the ball in her place.

She never expected to end up dancing in the arms of one of North Caroina's most eccentric millionaires, Buck Cameron. The tall, sexy hunk of a man was six feet of power and masculinity. Amie had heard of his reputation for stalking women and wild animals, and despite the lure of his electric blue eyes, she wasn't about to become his latest prey.

Long after the last dance was over, memories of Buck whirled through Amie's mind. She couldn't forget his strong arms and teasing lips. And she couldn't ignore the fact that he could stave off one of Charlotte's worst housing crises with one generous donation. It was crazy, bold ... impetuous. But Amie was determined to take a stand and throw herself at the mercy of one of the most dangerous men she'd ever met.