It is so satisfying to tell another tale, to share another journey with characters we have created and come to care deeply about—or not. And this time to have done it step by step with the wonderful writer Alafair Burke.
Marysue Rucci, editor-in-chief at Simon & Schuster, has been a marvelous friend and mentor. Alafair and I have so enjoyed working with her on this book, which is the first of a series.
The home team starts with my right hand, Nadine Petry, my daughter Patty, and my son Dave. And of course, John Conheeney, spouse extraordinaire.
Abiding thanks to Jackie Seow, art director. Her covers make me look so good.
And many thanks to my faithful readers, whose encouragement and support have made me write yet another tale.