Lady Rhea Claire is "kidnapped and shipped to the colonies as an indentured servant." She eventually escapes and finds herself on the Sea Dragon, a ship captained by the ruthless Dante Leighton. While they travel, Rhea must convince Dante of her true identity or she may never return to her beloved England.

CHANCE THE WINDS OF FORTUNE is the second book in Laurie McBain's Dominick trilogy. Lady Rhea Claire is resourceful, witty, and kind hearted. Readers will be engrossed in her story as soon as she is introduced. Dante Leighton is a rough around the edges sea captain, and his loyalty and care for his crew make him a likable hero. The crew of the Sea Dragon are great fun, and McBain writes the roughened sea crew well with rowdy banter and charming personalities. It took a good portion of the book for the hero and heroine to meet, and I wish they were introduced sooner in the story.

The suspense and secrets give CHANCE THE WINDS OF FORTUNE excitement and adventure, and the antagonist is terrifying with an intriguing backstory. Though, a little long, CHANCE THE WINDS OF FORTUNE is a romantic sea faring adventure with suspense and an entertaining crew of characters.