In the aftermath of a cholera epidemic, Ariel Lance and her brother face tragedy and hardship. In an attempt to escape their dark past, the siblings board a ship bound for California as stowaways. Little do they suspect their lives are about to be changed once and for all. If only there were a pair of arms to shelter Ariel amidst the upcoming danger... The ship's captain, Kentworth Lazlo, is a stalwart man with a passion for the sea. When he discovers Ariel and her brother in the hold of his ship, he is determined to help them; he strikes a deal with Ariel, allowing her to take care of the passengers' children in exchange for their tickets. Soon, a beautiful friendship blossoms between Ariel and Kentworth Nonetheless, could it be more than friendship what Kentworth is feeling for her? On their way to San Francisco, Kentworth encounters a dark figure from his past. With so much more to lose now that his affection for Ariel turns into love, he can only hope for the best as he prepares to face off against his past in a final clash. Will Ariel and Kentworth find their own version of a fairy tale ending, or will their dreams be dashed to pieces? and "Romance Sailing on a Steamship and " is a historical western romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.