Many thanks for making this series possible go to my editor, Melissa Endlich. I couldn't have gotten through this without you. To my critique partners Maya and Noelle, and my husband and kids for helping me to keep going through this challenge.

I'd like to thank the dedicated law enforcement officers and their families and pray for their safety. I also want to acknowledge my appreciation to David Galyard for his help, and to my father for inspiring my admiration and respect for the men in uniform. And to my son Matt who surprised me and became a guardian of justice. And to his wife and family, God bless and stay safe out there.