Nationals first baseman, Cole Collins is in trouble. He's upfor contract renegotiation, but after too many late-night parties, he needssome positive publicity before he can make the roster. So when the last womanhe ever expected wins a date with him at a charity auction, Cole realizes he'sfound his fake fiancée. She's gorgeous and smart and he's instantly hooked.

Liza Sutherland isn't looking for love. Especially not witha notorious playboy like Cole Collins, the guy she secretly obsessed over as anawkward teenager. When Cole's agent makes Liza a deal she can't refuse--a betshe will fall in love with Cole or a cool half mil goes to charity--the game ison. Even if it means betting against her own heart.