I couldn’t have written this novel without the love, encouragement and support of the following people: my ever-dependable friends James Wood, Kate Goldsworthy, Shenagh Cameron, Sabina Kubica and Nabil Elouahabi; my fellow Greeks Daphne Kauffmann, Spiros Arsenis, Daisy Arsenis, Lilla Dendrinou, Tommy Dendrinou, Kostis Karavias, John Harrison and Kathryn Harrison; my champion Rukhsana Yasmin; and last, but never surpassed, my big bro ‘Yardie’ and likkle sister Karen. I love you all.
An extra mention must go to Valerie Brandes for reminding me of what good editing is all about, and to Jazzmine Breary for encouraging me to keep an open mind about the things I make. You guys are an inspiration. Thanks for the faith you’ve shown in mon petit bouquin. Vive Jacaranda!