Acknowledgements

With every novel I write, I like to acknowledge those who supported me in getting it to fruition—whether that be practical support, or just support through the phase of my life as I was writing and editing it.

In practical support, huge thanks for my editor at NineStar Press, BJ Toth. Always appreciate your guidance in enhancing my work. Also thanks to Raevyn McCann, Managing Director, for all her support and encouragement. Thanks also to the copy editing and proofreading team.

A huge thank you to my family—my children, my parents, my sister Melanie, my author sister, Larissa Johns (check out her wonderful books!), my brother-in-law, my nieces and nephews—for all your encouragement.

Huge thanks to Nic for everything. And to my friends, thank you for constant support and fun distraction. Huge thanks especially to Ruth, Naomi, Amanda, Helena, Suzanne, Anni, and my writing group for everything during the writing and editing of this book.

And finally to Emma Rossi, my writer ‘bestie’ and the person I dedicated this book to. During a difficult time, Emma provided me with limitless support, and I really appreciate our friendship.

Finally, a huge thank you to you, my readers. I always appreciate the encouragement and any feedback you share with me, or with reader reviews. I really loved writing Parker’s and Lily’s fun and passionate story, and hope you enjoy it too. Life can provide unexpected twists and turns that may feel challenging in the moment, but the unexpected can provide happy surprises too.