These characters have been with me for almost two years. When I wrote the last scene I couldn’t contain the tears. Wow, I can’t believe this is the last book of the Unexpected series-for now. But with Undefeated, the fifth book, it’s time to let the Deckers step away from the spotlight. Because I not only want to write love stories, I want to write contemporary romance books that deal with real love with all its forms. The series began with an idea, and became a entire series about a family. And of course my children who are the three most amazing people I’ve met. The hubs who encourages, and cheers this crazy journey I decided to take.

Hugs, and much love to you.Ī huge thank you to my babes, who help a little with the content, and are such a lovely group. You’re part of the Decker family, and part of me.

For your love and support to the Deckers and to me. Thank you ladies for going through the manuscript during the different stages of the process. My beta readers: Suzanne, Christine, Becca, Kaila, and Pam. Thank you to Holly, Hang, Gloria, and Christine thanks to you ladies the manuscript became the book. Including shaping Undefeated into this wonderful book. And for coming to my rescue when I need you. Where do I start? Thank you so much for being our advocate, for spreading the word about the Deckers. Melissa Taegel Parnell, thank you for helping me shape this story, for all your support and for loving Porter since the beginning. There aren’t enough words to explain what you did for this book. She helped me with the developmental part. Paulina, who has been part of this family since day one. Thank you to the heroes, who rescued Undefeated after a couple of incidents. The use of these trademarks is not authorized with, or sponsored by the trademark owners.įor those who fight their demons, because everyone deserves a second chance in life. The author acknowledges the trademarked status and trademark owners of various products, brands, and-or restaurants referenced in this work of fiction, which have been used without permission. Any resemblance to any person, living or dead, or any events or occurrences, is purely coincidental. Names, characters, brands, media, places, story lines and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, downloaded, distributed, stored in or introduced into any information storage and retrieval system, in any form or by any means, whether electronic, photocopying, mechanical or otherwise, without express permission of the publisher, except by a reviewer who may quote brief passages for review purposes. Interior Design & Formatting by Christine Borgford, Perfectly PublishableĪll rights reserved.

My One Despair by Claudia Y. Burgoa