It is my husband, Terry Miller, who brings his intelligence, wisdom, and understanding of human nature to bear on our many discussions, during long walks, about the behaviour and lives of my characters. His support and delight have been unfailing. A written acknowledgement on its own is inadequate—but even so, I offer him my deepest gratitude.
I would like to thank Sasha Bley-Vroman, Lorna Duncan, and Ruth Chaulk, the readers of this book’s first incarnation. I must also extend my gratitude to my many readers who have been so encouraging. It is for you I write.
Thank you also to the wonderful staff at TouchWood Editions for bringing this dream into being.