ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

 

I dedicate this book to all who promote and work toward the preservation of the wild and wondrous places that form the backbone of our world. Those working to keep alive the incredible beauty of the Cascade Range, the Olympic National Park, Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, and so many other wonders borne from our Mother. May we never face the day where nature is devoid of mystery, and where the wild woods no longer stand sentinel on the face of this Earth.

 

My love, thanks, and gratitude to my husband, Samwise, who remains one of the greatest sources of inspiration and support I could ever hope for. No matter what anyone else claims, he’s truly my #1 fan—and I’m his. And to my furbles, Luna, Pakhit, Tara, and Meerclar—for keeping me sane and for being my little fuzzy children. And as always, thank you to all of my readers, both old and new. If you want to contact me, you may do so through my website at Galenorn.com.

 

To forestall speculation: the Klakatat Monster is a figment of my imagination, born on the legends of Sasquatch—in whose existence I do believe. The Warriors of the Mountain are also fictional, though based on several legends from several lands. Strange beasties and energies inhabit these beautiful Cascade Mountains. I know, I’ve felt them.

 

Bright Blessings and thank you!

~the Painted Panther~

~Yasmine Galenorn~