Chances Are Series by Tess St. John, Aileen Fish

Haunted from his years of service to The West Africa Squadron, where he endeavored to stop the trafficking of slaves, Captain Malcolm Westbourne is assigned to the disappearances of orphans in England. Miss Katherine Ashby is thrilled when Malcolm arrives to protect her orphans, but her happiness is short-lived when he insists on an explanation of why she rejected his courtship a year ago... moreHaunted from his years of service to The West Africa Squadron, where he endeavored to stop the trafficking of slaves, Captain Malcolm Westbourne is assigned to the disappearances of orphans in England. Miss Katherine Ashby is thrilled when Malcolm arrives to protect her orphans, but her happiness is short-lived when he insists on an explanation of why she rejected his courtship a year ago. Katherine is falling in love with Malcolm, but must confront what happened to her as a child if she desires a future with him. Malcolm had never experienced the instant attraction he felt when first being introduced to Katherine, but he also sees the fear in her eyes. He pursues her with kindness, humor, and patience in an attempt to gain her trust. When Malcolm’s investigation turns deadly, he, too, must face the demons of his past. Will Katherine and he break free from the shackles binding them and learn to trust each other, or will they be held prisoner to the past forever? Book 2 ~ Chances Are Series less

Tortured by memories of things he’s done and witnessed while protecting the helpless and saving lives, Mr. Silas Green relinquishes his post with the Royal Navy to fulfill his father’s dying wish by escorting his sisters to their mother’s Scottish homeland. A bit in awe of Mr. Green, the man who rescued her from being sold into slavery, Miss Celeste Young also senses his soul-deep pain... moreTortured by memories of things he’s done and witnessed while protecting the helpless and saving lives, Mr. Silas Green relinquishes his post with the Royal Navy to fulfill his father’s dying wish by escorting his sisters to their mother’s Scottish homeland. A bit in awe of Mr. Green, the man who rescued her from being sold into slavery, Miss Celeste Young also senses his soul-deep pain. When he asks her to become a companion to his blind sister and accompany his family on a journey, Celeste seizes the opportunity to escape London and the men eagerly seeking to become her protector. The undeniable attraction between Silas and Celeste develops into a tender friendship. The more time they spend together, the more his torturous memories ease and his pain lessens. But dangerous secrets await them in Scotland. When Celeste’s life is threatened, it is up to Silas to save her or lose his last chance at love. LAST CHANCE is Book 3 in the Chances Are Series. Each book stands alone, but might be more enjoyable read in sequence. less

While attending a masked ball, Miss Jean Green rushes into the dark study to share a kiss with her intended. As soon as their lips touch, she realizes she’s kissing the wrong man. She should break the kiss, yet she is so intrigued she deepens it instead. Just having arrived in London to escort his sister for the Season, Mr. Liam Jacobson expects the events to be tediously boring. He has a change of heart when he’s suddenly being kissed by an angel. The woman is perfection in his arms... moreWhile attending a masked ball, Miss Jean Green rushes into the dark study to share a kiss with her intended. As soon as their lips touch, she realizes she’s kissing the wrong man. She should break the kiss, yet she is so intrigued she deepens it instead. Just having arrived in London to escort his sister for the Season, Mr. Liam Jacobson expects the events to be tediously boring. He has a change of heart when he’s suddenly being kissed by an angel. The woman is perfection in his arms. That perfection is short-lived, however. CHANCE ENCOUNTER is Book 4 in the Chances Are Series. Each book stands alone, but might be more enjoyable read in sequence. less