First Instinct

Life-long friends Beth Carlyle and Nick Hammond haven't ever pushed the limits of their relationship. But when her boyfriend turns violent and Nick jumps in to protect her, everything changes.

In the chaos following that horrible night, Nick becomes Beth's anchor as she pulls the pieces of herself together. She never imagined he'd be anything more than her best friend, but with her trust shattered, there's only one place she feels safe--in his arms. Boundaries crumble and new desires ignite....