War and romance collide in the sweltering heat and political unrest of 1960's Aden, - a port city in today's Yemen - where the British Royal Military Police battle local militia in an intense struggle to control the strategically important port. The officers know only too well that a lapse in luck or judgment risks death. But do they know what their wives are risking at the local country club, where the swinging '60s are in full swing?

Susan Retik and Patti Quigley are two ordinary moms living their American dream until both husbands are killed by terrorists. Rather than turning inwards, grief compels them to travel to Afghanistan and help empower Afghan women whose lives have been ravaged by decades of war, poverty and oppression, factors they consider to be root causes of terrorism. As Susan and Patti make the courageous journey from their comfortable suburban neighborhoods to...

With humor and poignancy, authenticity and courage, Veterans tell their side of the story about boot camp, serving in the military and what it means to be in war. With insight and love, family members tell their side of the story of how the military has affected their lives and what it means to be a daughter, wife, sister and conscientious objector. This is a book filled with authentic and brave storytelling. You will be glad you read the stories...

Denise and Frank fight to save their marriage; while Claudia Joy discovers a life-changing personal truth of her own. Newly promoted Joan wrestles with a major decision that will affect her husband and new baby; while Roland imagines what his life would be like had he taken a different path. Pamela questions Chase's family commitment after he returns from capture; and Roxy encounters unexpected new responsiblities as Trevor explores a new job in the...

Pulling herself together after her husband is killed in Afghanistan, Macy has embarked on a new life with another man when she learns that her first husband is alive.