The author would like to express his gratitude to the many people who offered support and encouragement during the writing of this story. Particular thanks are due to Jeff, Frank, Harry, TJ, Mark, Kathy, Natalie, Laurel, Alia, Randa and others who helped keep me alive through difficult straits, or who offered useful advice and council. My regrets to the many I have no doubt carelessly excluded from this list. It seems I require a village, and I have one.
Very special thanks to Danielle for her expert editorial assistance
Kevyn and Kyle : When you read this far, call me!
With healing wishes to the City of Christchurch,
with hopes for the rebirth of her cathedral