I would like to thank the following people; their encouragement and support have been priceless. Thank you to everyone at Peters Fraser & Dunlop literary agency, especially my wonderfully cheerful agent, Sam Brace, and Rebecca Wearmouth, head of international rights. To the entire team at Park Row, HarperCollins US and Canada, including the copy editors, proofreaders, publicists, marketers, and salespeople, who work so hard in support of their authors. Also to the fabulous design team for the most beautiful cover. Special mention to my editor, Erika Imranyi; it’s no exaggeration to say that this book wouldn’t have happened without you. Thank you to the authors and bloggers who endorsed the book; and to my readers, who make the long writing hours worthwhile. To my dear friend Sally Pasche: I dedicate this book to you. Our poignant conversation about empty nests was the spark that ignited the story. And finally, to my friends and family. Thank you. I love you.