Bad to the Bone — Mildred E. Riley

CAN A WITNESS TO DANGER...
Reporter Sherissa Holland has worked long and hard to make it in the tough and aggressive world of television journalism. But when she narrowly escapes being hit by an out-of-control driver, she wonders whether it's time to reassess her priorities. Shaken up by her near-miss that kills an innocent bystander, Sherissa is unprepared for her response to Peter Linwood, a homicide cop full of questions--and desires that both frighten and arouse her?

...BECOME A WOMAN IN LOVE?
Every instinct is telling Peter that the hit-and-run was no accident. Ignoring department protocol, he vows to do whatever it takes to keep Sherissa safe. With her life hanging in the balance, he goes up against two powerful men: a rival for Sherissa's affections?and a criminal whose deadly agenda could destroy any chance of a future with this woman Peter is heart-bound to protect--and to love.