This book is dedicated to my husband, Chris, the inspiration for every hero I create. I'm so glad you never stopped believing in me.

Thank you to my family, Kristi, Andrea, Kim, Jerry, Mom Roberts and Mom Post. All these years you've encouraged me to keep the dream alive.

Many thanks to all my writing buddies---my awesome critique partners, Karen Fleming and Dixie Taylor, whose input has been invaluable, and my fellow TARAN (Tampa Area Romance Authors), without whose support I couldn't have done it. And thank you to my friends Jeri Del Ross, Renate Malcolm and Kristen Harris, who never get tired of reading my stories.

And a huge thank you to my lovely editor, Rachel Burkot, who saw potential in me and gave me this opportunity to do what I love. You are beyond awesome.