To Escape Publishing managing editor Kate Cuthbert for plucking this manuscript out of the slush-pile. Since I’ve had twin sons and less time and energy to write, I’ve felt like I’d never put out another book again, but you’ve renewed my faith. A million thank yous. And to editor Brooke Moody.
To the ‘Tough Diamonds’ crew—Leesa Bow, Lilliana Rose and Maggie Mundy—plus Samantha Bonds … fellow writers who’ve kept me going when I’ve felt like quitting this gig. Though, why would I? It’s the best job in the world. We all know it;)
To my twin lads, Alessio and Sebastian, for inspiring many multiple-birth characters in my stories since arriving on the scene. Your laughter and funny little lines (even when you don’t mean to be funny) constantly make me smile.
To all the authors who kept me entertained with their tantalising reads throughout my youth and beyond, from Enid Blyton to Judy Blume—you fed my imagination and inspired me to hit the keyboard.
And finally, to those who got to ‘the end’ of this story—thank you to the moon and back for joining me on this journey!