In frankness this may not be realized by many as I have never properly explained it, but I do find this portion of writing any book to be an enjoyable undertaking. To that end, I relish the opportunity to mix in some humor when preparing an acknowledgment page.

However it was brought to my attention that the entry within the second portion of this trilogy, Lone Star Rising, was too lengthy. Perhaps I babbled on while offering appreciation where it was due, but I felt it was important to recognize a few individuals for their efforts. Although they valued the thought, a request was made by those same kindhearted souls to forgo such adoration within this passage. Therefore I shall heed the collective wish, and although they certainly deserve mention, their names will not appear on this page.

That being stated, I chose to ignore it in one instance. My wife Cathy continues to be the most important person in my life, and she deserves high praise for countless reasons which include preserving my sanity while in the course of completing this work.

Now to express a more encompassing measure of gratitude, I would like to thank those of you from the public who are preparing to delve into this third and final installment of the trilogy. You have shown support for my endeavors by turning the pages of Fractured Nation and Lone Star Rising; therefore I hope that The Enemy Within provides you with a matched or exceeded level of enjoyment. My best wishes to you, thanks for wanting to press on to the conclusion of this particular saga, and happy reading.

Kurt