Philippa:
To my husband, Tee Morris, my sounding board and inspiration.
To my Mum, who might not have understood the methods and drive to write, but always supported me. As fierce as an Alien Queen, and as loyal as Ripley.
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Clara:
I’d like to dedicate the book to my children, Anastasia and Alexei and all future children (artificial kind as well) may their memories stay safe and recollections warm. And data, saved.
And a special thanks to my partner Simon Vallance for being equally obsessed with Alien and Blade Runner and coming up with the Jaw Breakers. Barbara Churcher my therapist for being there in my darkest hours and helping when I felt others couldn’t. And to Pip for teaming up for another book, I am very grateful to work with her.