Rachel Hempshaw doesn’t believe in fairy tales. As a writer for Dispelling the Myth magazine, having a healthy dose of skepticism is all part of the job. But when she’s sent on an Alaskan cruise to debunk the legend surrounding Sealena the Serpent Queen, Rachel’s investigation doesn’t go as planned. Especially not after a gorgeous coast guard officer gets involved.

Keeping Port Serenity safe has always been a point of pride for Callan Parks. But after his sister’s tragic death, the former marine has a new mission: raising his five-year-old niece, Darcy. Navigating the challenges of single parenthood isn’t easy. Still, if Callan can convince the beautiful and stubbornly skeptical Rachel to give the impossible a chance, they might all have a shot at happily-ever-after.