Overworked and once burned by love, dyed-in-the-wool romantic Kelly Farrell had become the neighborhood matchmaker rather than seek a man of her own. She promptly checked out all newcomers for her deserving friends, and strong, silent Ben Peterson, complete with one adorable daughter, looked just about perfect.

Of course, the neighbors were convinced Kelly needed a man--and Ben had a devilishly similar idea. However, Ben had a little girl and a big secret to hide, and the detectives were closing in fast. Though sweetly seductive Kelly had a heart as huge as all Chicago, could he honestly expect her to make room for an extremely desperate daddy?