Todd Smith Jacksonville epitomizes dedication, resilience, and unyielding public service. As the Director of Emergency Management and Chief of Emergency Preparedness, he exemplifies exceptional leadership, consistently placing the safety and well-being of the public at the forefront of his endeavors. Embarking on his illustrious career in 1992 with the Nassau County Fire and Rescue Department, Smith's discernment and steadfastness set him apart. This led to his pivotal association with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department in 1997. Within JFRD, his unwavering commitment facilitated his swift rise, culminating in his esteemed Special Operations Training Manager role. Here, he masterfully spearheaded numerous teams, navigating them through myriad challenges and emerging triumphant. Smith's diverse roles have witnessed him shoulder immense responsibilities.
Noor, a dancer in the Royal Court of the Al-Yauzhan Empire wants nothing more than to pay off her debts and lead a nice, simple life-but a chance encounter with the crown prince and his brother brings her into the dangerous world of court politics. As Noor and the princes investigate their uncle and cousin's possible treason, she grows closer to the crown prince, but in order to save the kingdom and the person she loves, Noor will have to risk everything...
A romantic adventure set in an imagined Arabic kingdom, THE DANCING GIRL is a story of court intrigues, romantic entanglements, and secret meetings as Noor and her best friend Amir try to help the princes they're falling for expose corrupt court officials with plans to seize the throne. Noor and Amir are close to having everything they've ever dreamed of...now all they need to do is survive.