Chance

The 142nd Phantom Lancers Series #2

by Brilee Scott

SHE DESTROYED HIM ONCE. HE’S LEARNED WHICH BATTLES ARE WORTH FIGHTING TWICE.

I never stopped loving her.
Not in college. Not through fifteen hundred hours in the cockpit. Not during deployments to war-torn countries. Not even when I convinced myself I’d moved on. Because Summer Holt was my first everything—my best friend, my home, my future.
And then she broke my heart.
Now, eleven years later, I'm flying F-35s across the desert and suddenly, she's back. She looks exactly like every memory I tried to forget. Still beautiful. Still infuriating. And she isn’t alone.
There’s a little girl with her.
And seeing them, I realize fate might be giving me a second chance…if I’m brave enough to take it.


He was supposed to fly away and never look back. That was the plan—his dream, my heartbreak.
I told myself I did the right thing when I pushed him away, when I built a life far from the boy I once loved.
Then Tyler Carter walks back into my world—older, steadier, still unfairly handsome—and the walls I built start to crack.
But he doesn’t know the truth. He doesn’t know about the little girl waiting at home—one with his smile and my eyes. Telling him means risking everything. The life I built, my relationship with my daughter, and the fragile heart that never stopped belonging to him.

Genres: Military Fiction

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 24, 2026

About the author

Brilee Scott is a Top 5 Amazon best-selling contemporary military romance author. Her books are filled with swoon-worthy romance, heart stopping action and suspense, and the promise of a hard-fought happily ever after.

Brilee is teacher-turned-author, wife to an aerospace engineer, and mama to the sweetest little boy (plus two very spoiled Australian Shepherds).

She studied education and fiction writing in college before spending several years teaching kindergarten and earning her master’s degree in literacy. Inspired by her husband’s career in military aviation, her deep-rooted patriotism, and her love of happily ever afters, Brilee found her way back to writing.

The idea for Viking, her debut novel, sparked during a family day at an airshow—proof that jet noise and love stories pair surprisingly well. She now writes heartfelt, high-stakes romance featuring elite fighter pilots, fierce heroines, and the kind of chemistry that lingers long after the last page.

Brilee and her family call Florida home, though they’re currently at Edwards AFB in California, where her husband is part of a next-generation fighter program. She’s hard at work on the rest of The Silent Pursuit series—and a few spin-offs about characters she just couldn’t let go of.

Reviews

[Bryna Kramer · Rating 5 out of 5]

*ARC Recieved from NetGalley. Thank you so much to them and the author for the early copy!*

4.5 rounded up to 5 stars.

I loved Brilee’s debut so I was super excited to read an ARC of this one and it didn’t disappoint. Brilee has truly made me a fan of hers for life.


I absolutely loved seeing Tyler and Summer find their way back to each other after all these years. It isn’t perfect; it’s messy and there is tension between the two from the moment they are reunited. But their connection is undeniable and ultimately prevails.

I wanted a *smidge* more of the Air Force scenes (because they are my absolute favorite part of Brilee’s books), which is ultimately why I deducted half a star, but this is still totally worth picking up!

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my heart this story pulled on the heart strings. It’s the perfect proof that love can be messy especially when dealing with raw emotions.

Tyler “Chance” Carter and Summer Holt’s love story wasn’t easy. It was filled with secrets, unintentional pain, distance, and messy emotions. It was a hard fought road to their happily ever after.

The slow burn, swoony moments added so much to this story. If you’re looking for a book that pulls on your emotions and paints a vivid picture this is the book.

Tropes:
Second Chance
Single Mom
Military Romance
Right person wrong time
Love triangle


Thank you to NetGalley and Brilee for the arc

[Weena Bernabel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I DE-VOU-RED this book. And when I say devoured, I mean I literally finished it at work, in my hiding place. 👀🙃 Priorities, okay?!

And once again, I went through ALL THE EMOTIONS.

Brilee, you need to stop making me cry, honey. I swear. 🥹🥹😭🫣 My poor heart cannot keep doing this with you.

But I absolutely loved this book.

One of my favorite things was how easy it was for Tyler to talk to Summer again. It was almost like nothing had changed between them. Despite everything—the time, the hurt, all the things left unsaid—there was still this natural comfort between them. Being around each other just felt easy, and you could feel that connection was still there no matter how much they tried to fight it.

And Tyler being so open with Annalise? I loved that about him. He didn’t hide what he was feeling or pretend his heart wasn’t somewhere else. But at the same time, I felt SO BAD for her. 😭

The struggle and miscommunication happening between Summer and Tyler was heartbreaking because it felt so real. Sometimes we let our emotions get the best of us instead of taking a breath and just talking. Listening to the other person. Giving them the chance to explain before we let our hurt, fear, or anger decide what something means.

And it’s so fucking hard to do that.

That was clearly what was happening here. There was SO MUCH that needed to be said between Summer and Tyler, and there were moments when I just wanted to grab them both and be like, PLEASE. JUST. TALK. TO. EACH. OTHER. 😭

And then there’s Charlotte.

I FELL IN LOVE WITH HER. 😂💁🏽‍♀️ That little sassy self completely stole my heart. She is such a ray of sunshine, and I loved every second of her.

But then this little ray of sunshine said:
“And I just sat there like…like a loser because I don’t have a dad.” — Charlotte

EXCUSE ME?! 😭😭😭

That hurt my heart so fucking bad. I wanted to reach into the book, scoop her up, and hug her.

And then these lines came for whatever pieces of my heart were still surviving:

“Please don’t give up on us.” — Summer

😭🥹

“I’m better in the air.” — Tyler

And then…. Aaahhh!!!!

“I’ve always loved you.” — Tyler

SIR. 😭😭😭

But this one?

“…It starts here with us.”

Yeah. That’s the one. 🥹❤️

I absolutely loved Chance. There was so much left unsaid between Summer and Tyler. So many emotions, misunderstandings, fears, and things they needed to finally face. Watching them navigate all of that was heartbreaking, frustrating, beautiful, and emotional as hell.

But seeing them finally come together?

That made me so damn happy. 🥹❤️

Summer and Tyler deserved their chance(see what I did there?, Ha!). They deserved the opportunity to stop letting the past speak for them and finally say the things they should’ve said all along.

Brilee, you made me cry AGAIN. I’m sending you my therapy bill at this point. 😭😂

But would I willingly let you emotionally destroy me with another book?

Absolutely. 👀🫣❤️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Brooke Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tyler and Summer’s story will pull you in and have you hooked. I was up past my bedtime because I couldn’t put this down. Summer and Tyler have a history that’s messy, full of all the emotions, and begging for a second chance. The character growth between Tyler and Summer is beautifully executed. Yes it’s messy. Yes there’s a love triangle. Yes Summer is hiding something big. But the way Brilee writes it all layers in so much depth to the main characters second chance at rewriting history. It makes you feel like you know them on a personal level and leaves you rooting for them. My heart broke for Annalise but she played such a supportive key role in Tyler’s life. Little Charlotte adds a tenderness and lightness to the emotional hell Summer and Tyler are navigating. Tyler and Summer’s story shows that sometimes love can be messy but that if you work hard and have courage then anything is possible. Sometimes you can be in your own way without even fully realizing it. I couldn’t recommend this more. I’m excited to continue reading this interconnected series with Ghost.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tyler and Summer

Tyler and Summer haven't seen each other since their breakup 10 years ago. From the moment they ran into each other years later the tension and connection were still there. The romance isn't clean by all means: it's messy, its pain, its hidden truths, its love, and all sorts of emotions.

I do wish that a few things would have been done differently in this book, but overall, it was still good. Lots of emotions while reading it.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book SO fast! Could not put it down! Loved Tyler so so much! Read it and Brilee’s whole series…thank me later.

[Aislin Spurgeon · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was such a joy to step into Brilee Scott’s “Chance.” After falling in love with her debut, I had high expectations—and somehow, she still managed to exceed them. This story is full of tension, second chances, buried secrets, and the kind of emotional unraveling that keeps you up way past your bedtime—speaking from personal experience!

First of all, the Home Depot meet cute is absolutely adorable. I loved that Summer and Tyler’s reconnection didn’t happen in some overly polished, cinematic way—it felt real, like it could happen to anyone out running errands. And the thread of Summer slowly renovating her new house throughout the story was such a subtle but meaningful touch. Those small glimpses of her home projects mirrored what she was trying to do with her life—piece it together for her and her daughter until it became whole. As someone who could happily binge a DIY show for hours, I adored that detail. Watching her turn a house into a home felt symbolic in all the right ways.

Summer is such a believable heroine. She made a life-altering decision years ago—one that shaped not only her future, but her daughter’s and Tyler’s too. It would have been easy to reduce her to “the girl who kept a secret,” but Brilee allows us to sit inside her emotional reality. The weight of her choice, the fear of reopening old wounds, the terror of shattering Charlotte’s world—it all feels palpable. You can feel how deeply she loves her daughter, and how complicated it is to carry both protection and guilt at the same time. Her strength isn’t loud or flashy. It’s in the quiet endurance of living with the consequences of a choice she can’t undo and having to stand in front of the very person she can’t quite face.

One aspect of Summer’s character that really resonated with me was her career in education. As a former teacher who has had more than a few hard conversations that ended in tears, those moments felt especially authentic as she was trying to be taken seriously in her new role. The emotional weight educators carry—the responsibility, the heart investment, the quiet exhaustion—was portrayed in a way that felt honest and deeply human. It added another layer to who Summer is. She isn’t just navigating complicated relationships at home. She’s pouring herself into her career and the students too. That duality made her feel even more real to me.

And then there’s Tyler. He is such an interesting male lead because he isn’t simple. He’s layered. He’s flawed. He’s hurting. I was genuinely surprised when we learned he has a girlfriend at the start, and I’ll admit I braced myself. Love triangles aren’t usually my favorite trope. But Brilee handled it with so much nuance and care that it never felt cheap or manufactured for drama. Instead, it became a vehicle for exploring Tyler’s internal conflict. His anger. His jealousy. His sense of betrayal. The ache of realizing how much time he’s lost. I felt every bit of it. And watching him slowly work through those emotions made the healing feel earned.

The romantic tension between Summer and Tyler is on another level. Their shared history lingers in every conversation. Every look feels loaded. Every near-confession feels like it might tip the entire story on its axis. The secrets between them create this undercurrent of anticipation that makes the pages fly. I found myself holding my breath more than once, just waiting for the moment everything would finally come to light.

But I have to talk about Annalise. She is, without question, the unsung hero of this story. Annalise could have easily been painted as the obstacle—the woman standing in the way of the romance we’re rooting for. Instead, Brilee gives her depth, dignity, and so much grace. Annalise isn’t the villain. She’s simply a woman who fell in love with someone whose heart wasn’t fully free. And the way she handles that realization? With strength. With empathy. With self-respect. The fact that she can step back and still show up as a friend to Tyler when it matters most speaks volumes about her character. When Annalise gets her own love story, I will be first in line because she deserves a grand one.

Once again, Brilee’s knowledge of the U.S. Air Force elevates the story in a way that feels seamless and authentic. The flight scenes carry weight and intensity without ever feeling overwhelming. Some of my favorite moments are when Tyler is in the cockpit—the stakes feel real, the adrenaline is high, and you can sense how much flying is woven into who he is. That balance between high-risk flights and deeply personal emotional battles is something Brilee does so well.

And sweet Charlotte. Seeing Tyler—and even Annalise—through her eyes as superheroes adds such tenderness to the story. Children have a way of simplifying what adults complicate, and the moments between Charlotte and Tyler were some of the most moving in the book. The ending scenes with them absolutely wrecked me in the best way.

What continues to stand out to me about Brilee’s writing is how immersive it feels. She doesn’t just tell a love story—she invites you to feel every misstep, every longing glance, every hard-earned moment of reconciliation. There’s an emotional honesty in her work that makes the characters feel tangible, like people you might actually know. I highlighted countless breathtaking lines, but truthfully, I probably could’ve highlighted the whole book.

And the cameos from familiar faces were such a treat. I love the interconnected world she’s building, and I’m already excited for the next story she has to tell.

If you love second-chance romance layered with real emotional stakes, military elements that feel authentic, complicated characters, and tension that keeps you glued to the page, “Chance” absolutely delivers.

Brilee, you’ve done it again. Congrats on a stunning sophomore novel!

[katsfavoritereads · Rating 3 out of 5]

When Summer was 18 she made the biggest mistake of her life and had a drunken fling with her boyfriend Tyler’s best friend Jax before Tyler left for college. And when he left he made a grand exit, reading Summer the riot act and telling her he never wants to see her again. While he was gone, Summer finds out she’s pregnant, but she doesn’t know who the father is. Jax steps up and helps Summer raise Charlotte, even after a paternity test reveals Tyler is the father. She spends 10 years honoring Tyler’s request to never see her again, raising her child, getting a degree and setting up a life for herself. Everything should have been fine, until she relocates for a new job and runs into Tyler in her new town.

Tyler is a test pilot in the US Air Force, where he works flying jets with his new girlfriend Annalise. Annalise is gorgeous, quick witted, and the kind of girl he should be able to fall in love with, except the walls he built after losing Summer interferes. When Summer shows her in town, he can feel his walls crumble and his whole life start to slowly shift.

Summer has to decide, can she keep living this lie or does she risk blowing up Tyler’s new life. How will everyone get what they want without everyone getting hurt?

I wish I could give this 3.5 stars. This is the first military romance that I can say actually seems believable - service wise. Tyler and Summer are such realistic characters, complex, messy, human it’s so easy to get wrapped up in their story. I typically don’t like a hidden child trope and at multiple times I was screaming at Summer to tell Tyler about Charlotte, but I loved how real it made Summer feel. She doesn’t know what she’s doing and she doesn’t want to hurt anyone. All of the side characters are well written and truly add value to the book, especially Tyler’s new girlfriend Annalise who is the unlikely hero of this story.


My only complaints are the descriptions feel so repetitive. “I feel the heat from their body” and “the kind of silence that X” comes up in a way that makes it feel like a placeholder. I think the way Annalise is described in the beginning by Tyler gets old, yes we know she’s super hot but doesn’t take anything from anyone. She’s a siren. I wish we were shown more than told about descriptions. Let me figure out who the character is unless you are specifically showing me how another character views them. The ending could have been a little more flushed out, but that’s just a matter of preference.

ARC specific: when Tyler’s at the bar, awkward is spelled wrong and I know in the last third of the book there was a typo I didn’t write down.

[Bella · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Chance by Brilee Scott absolutely wrecked me in the best possible way. This is the kind of second chance romance that digs deep into your chest and stays there long after you turn the final page.

Tyler and Summer’s story is layered with history, heartbreak, and the kind of love that never truly fades. From the very first chapter, you can feel that Tyler never stopped loving her. Not through the distance, not through deployments, not through the years of trying to convince himself he had moved on. Watching him carry that quiet, steadfast love while flying F 35s and serving his country made my heart ache for him. He is strong and disciplined, but when it comes to Summer, he is beautifully vulnerable.

And Summer. Oh my heart. The weight she carries, the choices she made, and the secret she has been protecting had me emotional. Her strength as a mother and the way she tries to protect her daughter while guarding her own fragile heart felt so real. When Tyler realizes there is a little girl who looks a little too much like him, the emotional intensity skyrockets. Every glance, every almost confession, every moment of truth had me holding my breath.

The chemistry between them is undeniable. It is tender and passionate and full of years of unresolved feelings. Their journey back to each other is not easy, but it feels earned. The way Tyler steps into fatherhood, the way he fights for Summer without steamrolling her fears, and the way they slowly rebuild trust made this story so satisfying.

Brilee Scott delivered a romance that is emotional, heartfelt, and full of depth. You can feel the care in every scene. And beyond writing an incredible story, she is genuinely one of the sweetest authors, which makes supporting her work even more special.

If you love military romance, secret child, second chances, and a hero who never truly gave up on his first love, this book needs to be on your list. It is swoony, emotional, and unforgettable.

[Alice · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
7 out of 10

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘬𝘦 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘮

✈️🍎 Fighter Pilot x Assistant Principal
🤰 Secret Pregnancy
👩🏼 Single Mother FMC
💞 Second Chance Romance
💔 Angst
🔺 Love Triangle
🎓 High School Sweethearts
🤫 Secrets & Lies
🏡 Small Town
🎖️ Military
🔥 Slow Burn
⚠️ Trigger Warnings: Infidelity, Grief

This book is so raw and messy but that’s what makes it workkkk. I’m a sucker for angst and this one is angsting hard! The main characters are both so flawed in their own ways but that makes them feel so real and the character development over the course of the book really helps you connect and feel for both of them. That being said I’m not sure I’m really a big fan of Summer because of all the poor choices she made but because Tyler chose her I will support them 100% ❤️ Looking forward to reading the other books in this series next!

"I never stopped loving her. Not in college. Not through fifteen hundred hours in the cockpit. Not during deployments to war-torn countries. Not even when I convinced myself I’d moved on. Because Summer Holt was my first everything—my best friend, my home, my future.

And then she broke my heart.

Now, eleven years later, I'm flying F-35s across the desert and suddenly, she's back. She looks exactly like every memory I tried to forget. Still beautiful. Still infuriating. And she isn’t alone.

There’s a little girl with her. And seeing them, I realize fate might be giving me a second chance…if I’m brave enough to take it.”

“Chance” is Book Two in the standalone military romance series The Silent Pursuit and is out today! Thank you SO much to NetGalley and Brilee Scott for the gifted copy and ARC opportunity 🫶✨

Rated MA for Spice and Adult Themes 🌶️

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eleven years ago, Tyler got his heart broken and never forget the girl he lost when he left to live out his dreams of becoming a fighter pilot. Now, for the first time he’s let someone else get close, and just when he thinks he’s getting his life figured out, he runs into the one who got away in the hardware store. She has just moved to town, with a 10 year old daughter, and in them he’s seeing the life he could have had if he’d made different choices. While they both made mistakes in the past, he can’t help but wonder whether they could have a chance at a future.

Summer has spent the past 11 years trying to forget Tyler, but seeing a reminder of their love every single day has made that impossible. Having a fresh start in a new city should have meant she was finally moving in the same direction, but running into Tyler threw all her best laid plans out the window. While she tries to make amends for her past mistakes, getting him to listen to the full story is easier said than done.

This story had so many layers that I felt like I was holding my breath through most of it. Tyler and Summer clearly had a strong connection, and when we got the full story about what broke them up in the first place, my heart was breaking along with them. Looking back with an adult point of view it’s clear that miscommunication led to disaster, but as 18 year olds I can see how they got there. That didn’t necessarily explain everything that happened the next 11 years, especially with the secrets Summer was keeping, but this book was definitely her second chance to make things right. I will say that I definitely didn’t expect things to play out the way they did, but was so happy with the end that all the angst was worth it.

[Dani · Rating 5 out of 5]

I did not expect the second book to hit as hard as the first one.
Tyler and Summer meet randomly in a store after not having seen each other for 11 years. It became instantly clear to me that there is history between these two. A lot of it. Surprise, attraction, confusion, and a whole lot of pain and anger are added to the mix. Whatever happened between them in the past clearly left a mark. If that is not complicated enough, Summer has a daughter, and her father does not know about her existence.

If that isn't the start of a promising drama, then I don't know what is. It became clear early on that multiple people would get hurt, and learning more and more about their past gave a better picture of why there is still such a strong connection between them every time they meet. It's like a magnet's pull they cannot avoid. Even with both willing to leave the past behind, it became clear very quickly that they both have such deep scars that they can hurt each other in a heartbeat. Tyler, especially, carries so much frustration and anger with him that I had tears in my eyes when he finally let it all out. The words coming out of him cut like a knife.

It became clear early on that both had to work through quite a lot to find a way back to each other, and the emotions felt raw and honest. I was completely here for it.
While this one could technically stand on its own legs, I appreciated the connection to the first one and how it was woven into the overall story and the caring bond those in the military and their families formed.

[Brandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summer and Tyler’s story was messy, complicated, and incredibly heartfelt. When Summer unexpectedly runs into Tyler after 11 years, the moment is so charged and old feelings are still there, and neither of them can seem to ignore them. But Tyler has a girlfriend and is still grieving the loss of his brother, while Summer has a daughter and secrets that could destroy everything between them all over again. The way it’s written had me hooked right from the beginning.

This was such an emotional ride. The ups and downs, flawed characters, and complicated circumstances made the story feel so human and real. Their relationship was filled with tension, yearning, and challenges, making every step toward each other feel earned. Every look, text, and conversation carried the feeling that it could push them over the edge and break. They both had their own inner battles to work through before they could truly allow themselves to be together, and watching that unfold was raw and beautiful.

I also loved the supporting characters, especially getting to see some familiar faces from book one. This author has a way of writing that hits you right in the heart while still giving you plenty of moments to smile, and military team banter that will make you laugh. This series just keeps getting better!

[Lexi Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’re not ready to have your heart shattered and slowly pieced back together, this books not for you.
(JK, READ IT!🤭🥰)

Chance by Brilee Scott completely consumed me from start to finish. This is the second book in The Silent Pursuit interconnected series. It is a second chance, military romance that unfolds secrets, lies, heartbreak, and a love that just refuses to let go.

I was instantly pulled into Summer and Tyler’s story, and the emotional depth in this book is something you feel in your chest. Their history, their pain, the lingering “what ifs”… it was impossible not to root for them. My heart truly shattered for the both of them throughout this story. Both facing challenges only someone in their shoes could truly understand.

Brilee writes with such clarity and detail that every person felt real, raw and impossible not to care about. Like Annalise… I did not expect to fall for her the way I did. She brought such a unique emotional complexity to the story, and I’m already hoping we get more of her fiery spirit in future books.

This was the kind of book where you sit down for “just a few chapters” then suddenly it’s 2am and you’re completely lost in the chaos.

If you love second chance romances that hurt in the best way, with emotional depth and unforgettable characters, this one absolutely delivers. 👏🏻 🤍

[Rebecca Billman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I completely fell for this second chance romance.

When they were younger, Summer and Tyler, dated in high school. Something happened and they went their separate ways, but she kept a part of him with her always.

Summer ends up being pregnant shortly after her and Tyler separate and raises Charlotte on her own. Ten years later, Summer moves to become an Assistant Principal and she runs into Tyler at a store. They are both shocked to see each other, but Summer knew he lived nearby.

Tyler starts helping with things around the house and everything. They become friends again, but nothing more because Tyler has a girlfriend. Tyler is still in the Air Force and so is his girlfriend Annalise. Annalise knows his head isn’t fully in the relationship anymore since Summer showed up.

Summer and Tyler constantly cross paths because of multiple reasons. They finally decide to give everything another chance.

Chance is a rollercoaster of emotions and well worth it! I loved this book and everything that Brilee put into it.

[SeekzieReads]

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice Level: 🌶🌶

I am a sucker for a second chance romance. In “Chance” by Brilee Scott, second in the series - we meet Summer and Tyler.

Summer & Tyler dated in high school, but something happened resulting in some words said that caused their separation. 11 years later, they happen to meet up again at Home Depot of all places.

Summer has a secret though. She’s 11 years old and wiser beyond her years. Tyler is in a relationship but helps Summer around the house as friends. I will admit, I didn’t like Tyler essentially leading on his girlfriend at the time & Summer to an extent. Either you’re all in or you’re not.

Annalise realizes that Tyler’s not going to give her everything she needs and they break up. I also was not happy with Summer not telling Tyler when they started “dating” again.

All in all - it was a good second chance book with Tyler & Summer finally wisening up to communicate with each other.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[aditi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Human emotions are among the most complex things to exist, no rocket science, yet deeply unpredictable in nature.

This is an emotionally layered romance novel set against a military/air force backdrop, exploring heartbreak, misunderstandings, and second chances.

The plot revolves around Summer and Tyler, who fall in love, break apart, and eventually find their way back to each other. It’s chaotic and messy, filled with unresolved emotions, yet it carries the promise of a HEA.

This book will likely resonate with readers who enjoy romance, particularly those who appreciate emotionally complex protagonists and slow-burn tension.

Overall, this is a deeply emotional novel, an intricate mix of lies, betrayal, hurt, love, passion, second chances, parenthood, and misunderstandings.

[Leah Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chance pulled me in from the very first chapter. The emotional punches in this one were relentless. I was not prepared.

One of my favorite things about Brilee’s writing is how real her characters feel. I said this in my review of Viking, but again I caught myself comparing them to people I know because they were written with so much depth and authenticity. Perfectly imperfect.

At its heart, this is a story about forgiveness, healing, and the courage it takes to open your heart again. Brilee Scott beautifully explores what it means to face the past, extend grace, and discover that sometimes love deserves a second chance or even third. It was heartfelt, emotional, and a reminder that redemption isn’t always easy—but it’s often worth fighting for.

[enchantedmelreads · Rating 5 out of 5]

5⭐️ 🌶️
✨contemporary military romance
🩵second chance
✨secret pregnancy
🩵love triangle
✨single mom
🩵fighter pilot MMC

This book completely consumed me from the very first page. It’s been a while since I’ve been this caught up in a story, I stayed up way too late because there was no way I was putting it down.

From the second chance romance to the tension-filled love triangle and that earth-shattering secret, my emotions were on absolute overdrive. This story pulled every feeling out of me.

Tyler and Summer’s love story was messy, complicated, and at times chaotic but that’s what made it feel so real and genuine. Their journey wasn’t perfect, and that’s exactly why it hit so hard.

[Edith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chance is a military romance centered around a reunion eleven years in the making, where Brilee’s writing brings the tension between past mistakes and unresolved feelings to life beautifully. There’s history here, messy and complicated, and the story doesn’t shy away from it.

What stood out most to me were the emotional beats, especially the family dynamics. There’s one scene in particular that genuinely made me cry. Charlotte’s reaction was written so beautifully and felt incredibly real.

If you love second-chance romance, emotional reunions, and a touch of angst with your HEA, this one is absolutely worth picking up.

[Blair Eacret · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alright we are 3 for 3, BUT this one made me cry TWICE!! 57% in at Chapter 37 had me reliving Viking all over again & 95% in left me with happy tears.

Y’ALL this book…this book is messy. This book is REAL. This book leaves you with every emotion! I started this at 8:15pm last night & I went to bed at 2:15am done in more ways than one! Tyler & Summer are the most honest realistic couple out of all Brilee’s books so far. Life is messy, but when you love someone you realize life can’t be done with anyone else.

I was drawn into this story from page 1 & it did not let go! PLEASE read ALL her books!

[Sonica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emotional, heartfelt second chance story with unresolved tension. Tyler and Summer's story contain years of heartbreak, sacrifice and unfinished business, making the reunion bittersweet. Tyler’s steady strength as a fighter pilot contrasts beautifully with Summer’s quiet resilience, and the secret between them raises the stakes in all the right ways.

Tender, angsty, and ultimately hopeful, this story proves that some loves never fade—they just wait for the right moment to land.

[Alyssa Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chance will make your heart soar all over again! An unputdownable second chance military romance! Continue the journey with Tyler and Summer as they find their way back to one another. Their complicated yet realistic story navigates the power of choices and making decisions, loss, and forgiveness. Not to mention found family, “It’s always been you” vibes, and an epic meet cute! How I love The Silent Pursuit series! Brilee Scott is a phenomenal author who writes from the heart.

[Haley Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

This booook

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🌶️.5 -not overly explicit but it is open door. Maybe “soft open” 🤔


I recommend starting with Viking to double the impact, but it can certainly be read as a standalone!

Brilee is an amazing author and she weaves such beautiful stories of heartbreak, hope, and hard fought happily ever afters! This is a military romance you do not want to miss!

Read if you love:
Military romance
Tortured hero
Action
Second Chances
Secrets

[Samantha Ankney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Their love story certainly isn't easy, but it will draw you in and make you eagerly wait to see what happens. Absolutely loved this one, even though it had me legitimately screaming at my kindle at least every other chapter if not more! Fate brought them back together in the same town, but I kept wondering if their love would survive the decisions being made. You'll have to take a chance on Chance and read it to find out. 😉

[Nichole〽️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

DEVOURED AND FINISHED in a day. This book had me entirely consumed and I was here for it! My girl summer, I lowkey have beef with because what. She made such crazy mistakes but you live and learn I guess… LOL! I enjoyed this read so much. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read this early :).

[CJ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Chance is a romance following compelling characters. Summer and Tyler are some of the most realistic characters I have ever read. They face challenges that could happen to anyone without consequences being under thought. They are both flawed people and I think that’s what made the story as well done as it was.

[Nikkie White · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried so many times reading this book. True love is messy an its a roller-coaster of emotions that test you daily & Tyler & Summers story is filled all the emotions but they work it out to get their happy ending. I can honestly say, that I'll reach for this book again.. & im looking to reading the next book.

[Haylee Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I’ve been waiting. I’m not anymore. It’s you, Summer. It’s always been you. Even when I didn’t want it to be.”

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I would give this book 6 stars if I could. After reading Brilee’s debut novel, Viking, I knew I would read any & everything she’s ever written or would write. Her writing is captivating & makes you feel like you are a character in her story. The emotions, the tension, the suspense, the second chance, all of it makes the story that much better.

I absolutely adore Tyler & Summer & Charlotte. Their story is one for the ages. Their reconnection feels like it could happen to anyone, not like it is a fiction story. It’s not polished & automatic. It’s slow, yearned for, & fought for. They are trying to find their groove & piece everything together, just in the way Simmer is trying to find her groove in her new home, in a new state. It’s beautiful story telling.

Summer is probably my favorite FMC Brilee has written thus far. As a mother myself, seeing the weight she carries, the choices she makes & the selflessness she displays, is truly what it feels like to be a mom. She made a decision at 18 in order to protect the man she loved & has lived with it since then, despite him thinking the worst of her. The way she handled the situation was poetic & emotional. I love the details we get from Brilee in the way she wrote Summer as a mother.

Then we have Tyler. Flawed, layered, interesting. He isn’t a simple man. You can immediately tell from the first time they see each other, that he stills loves Summer. Even after 10 years, even after deployments & distance, even after finding out a horrible mistake was made by Summer all that time ago.

The love triangle is something that I normally don’t enjoy, however, Brilee handled it with such ease & care. It wasn’t about the drama of it or a way for him to sleep with both, because that never happened. Instead, she wrote it to show Tyler’s emotional turmoil. The heartbreak of how much time he’s lost. His conflict. His anger. His jealousy. His heart. He never wanted to hurt Annalise but he knew in his heart that he would never love her the way he loved Summer.

I can’t say enough amazing things about Brilee & the way she writes. It feels truly special. The cameos from other characters are such a special touch to me. I will read everything Brilee writes, including her grocery lists!

[Amelia Hamilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first military & 2nd chance romance book I’ve read in a long time. I loved this story & the characters. I couldn’t put the book down because I wanted to know what happened next. I’m excited to read more of Brilee’s military books!