Acknowledgements

* A special thank you to the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces, as well as my dear friends on the police force. Prayers always…….

 

Craig – I literally could not do this without you. This life, this job, none of it. And I wouldn’t want to either. You are my best friend and my whole world. For everything, I love you.

 

Lisa, Nate and Cole – My favorite people in the world to hang out with. Thanks for patience with me when I’m on a deadline and stressed. I love you bunches.

 

Dana Vicory – Thanks for letting me tag along, see your awesomeness in action. Your input on storyline and what it’s really like to be a police officer was priceless. I adore you, my friend.

 

Tracy Posey – I’m actually teary as I write this. What you and every other military spouse do is phenomenal. How you love and support those who fight for our freedoms is humbling. I can’t thank you enough for sharing a bit of your life and experience with me. I adore you.

 

Rich and Nikki Maxwell – My favorite Marine and little pinwheel of fun – thank you for your friendship, encouragement and for just being you.

 

Ron Givens – Thank you for letting me ask questions about the Marine Corps. I’m so grateful to you and your family for your encouragement and support. Semper Fi.

 

Rhett Beal – Our resident cowboy and my friend. Thank you for always being willing to answer all my questions about horses. Blessings to you and your beautiful new bride.

 

Crystal Posey – My cover artist and assistant but more importantly, my friend. Thank you for talking me off countless ledges. I couldn’t do this without you.

 

Heather Spiva – My critique partner extraordinaire. You deserve a special award for your patience with me. I cherish your advice and your friendship even more.

 

Ellen Tarver – I have more fun editing with you than should be allowed. I am a better writer because of you. I hope you will edit my books forever.

 

My family and friends – There are so many people in my life who make it possible for me to do this job. It takes a village and I love my village people. You know who you are. Thank you!

 

My CFC Family – For giving me a place to work out my frustrations and make sure the sedentary, solitary work I do doesn’t turn me too soft.