Two women. Carly and Tabitha. They each have suffered life-altering events that have left them both traumatically damaged. Carly Sloan's life was perfect until her security and innocence were torn from her. The vast repercussions from horrific events threaten to destroy her stability and her chances for a happily ever after. Kyle Finnegan comes into Carly's life at the height of her turmoil. Can he help her find what she desires most? Tabitha Fletcher has constantly suffered from a very young age. She has been hiding from her past, which was full of sadness, loss, and abuse. She has been so brutally damaged that she has very little hope for redemption. The revolving door of men only leads her deeper into misery. What circumstance brings these two women together and can they help each other heal? And will they each find what they need? Redemption. Love. Family. "Dear Emily" is the first book in the "Forever Family" series. This book is not suitable for young readers. It is intended for mature adults only (18+). It contains strong language, adult/sexual situations, non-consensual sex, and some violence.