There are so many people who helped bring this book to life.
My agent, Pamela Harty. Thank you for believing in me and championing this story.
The entire team at Berkley, especially my brilliant editor, Miranda Hill. Thank you for your expert guidance, editorial insights, and encouragement. Among many other things, it was definitely the right call to save that truffle.
My local chapters of Sisters in Crime and Mystery Writers of America. Thank you for providing me with such an inspiring writing community.
My friend and beta reader extraordinaire, Abby Reed. Thank you for all the brainstorming sessions and invaluable feedback on early drafts.
My mom and dad. Thank you for instilling me with a deep appreciation for reading, igniting my imagination, and always encouraging me to pursue my passion.
My husband, John. This book absolutely wouldn’t have been possible without your constant support. Thank you for always being there for me, filling my life with laughter and love, and all the adventures tasting wine around the world.
And Sophie, my darling daughter. Thank you for all those gloriously long naps as a newborn. Your sweet smile motivates me more than you know.