Keoni Koch and my family at Hard Drive Mixed Martial Arts in Cedar Rapids–thank you for being my second family. Thank you for the laughs. Thank you for the heart to hearts. Most of all, thank you for accepting me for the crazy person I am. I love each and every one of you.
Molly, Cassandra, and Lisa for being the very best support an author can ask for. I couldn’t have written this story without you. You are incredible and I am lucky to call you my friends.
Peggy, PJ, and everyone at Operation First Response for all your information, support and encouragement.
Molly Daniels and Lindsay Downs for helping me create one of my all-time favorite characters–Avery.
And to Jacquie Cuddeback and Rex Chiles. Thanks for trusting in me. You are both incredible and I love you both.
Breaking the Silence is dedicated to:
The men and women of our Armed Forces. Because of the sacrifices you’ve made I am allowed to do what I love. I am eternally grateful to you.
To Operation First Response. I am honored to be part of this with you. Each and every one of you are incredible. Thank you for going on this journey with me.
To Dean and Rex. You’ve both been my rock and the calming voice in the storm. Thank you for getting me to where I am and reminding me of the woman I want to be.
And to Brian–my best friend, my partner in crime, my knight in shining armor, and my dream come true. I love you with all my heart.