While this is entirely a work of fiction, I would like to thank Daryl Dunn and Mickey Sims for their forensic and technical advice, Robin Jackson for his legal and courtroom information, and Bill Remphrey for his perspective on wetlands and their importance. I’d also like to thank the management and staff of Nisbet Plantation, Nevis, as well as Harry Goldhar for keeping me honest.

Dedicated to Robin Jackson 1950 - 2010 Lawyer, friend and passionate environmentalist who loved bogs – and everything they represent.