Every adventure involves collaboration, but this one was a true team effort! I’d especially like to thank:
- My mum, Dr. Rita Teele, a pioneer in pediatrics and immigrant extraordinaire.
- My team of expert advisers—Meha Littlewood, Caroline Teele, and Sophia Thompson—who provided invaluable insights into Jenny’s experiences.
- Lau Almeida, who lent her smile and spirit to our girl of the mountains.
- My ever-patient editors at Walden Pond Press, Jordan Brown and Debbie Kovacs, who urged me to go deeper and think harder.
- Forrest Dickinson, an incomparable illustrator and all-around mensch.
- Amy Ryan and Joel Tippie, designers of taste and discernment.
- Claire Caterer and Renée Cafiero, who turn copyediting into an art.
- Charlie Chin, a master storyteller, children’s author, and American treasure.
- Shenwei Chang, who enriched and emboldened Kam and Lok.
- Jack Lyons, Ronan O’Rahilly, Fabiola Müller, Stanley Carpenter, and Rand Swenson. Their section on “The Origin of Anatomical Terms” in Basic Human Anatomy was a key resource.
Finally, I’d like to add a special thanks to all the folks who are working to preserve and protect the earth for future generations. If you believe in Jenny’s creed, please consider donating to the Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society of New Zealand or an environmental cause of your choice.