Moonlight Feels Right by Barbara Freethy

Emmalyn McGuire has finally found her rhythm as a kindergarten teacher—but the once-in-a-lifetime love she reads about in her favorite books? Still missing.
Enter Hunter Kane, a brooding military pilot recovering from a life-altering accident. Grieving, injured, and reeling from the loss of his closest friend, Hunter retreats to Ocean Shores—only to find himself the temporary guardian of his late buddy’s young daughter.
Overwhelmed and out of his depth, the fiercely independent Hunter turns to Emmalyn for help. She’s sweet, steady, and far too easy to fall for. Despite her nerves around the grumpy, guarded pilot, Emmalyn’s heart goes out to the little girl who suddenly needs them both—even if it’s only for now.