My second novel, The Witch’s Daughter, is dedicated to three amazing people who are wonderful blessings in my life.
To my husband Mark, your calm, quiet, steadfast demeanor and willingness to adapt to most any situation, is exactly what I need to ground me even during the most difficult times. The courage you showed in pursuing your dream of moving to Canada from the UK, definitely inspired me to continue with following my own lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Your unquestionable support and unwavering belief that I need to keep writing and publishing my novels, even on the days when I am filled with doubt, are immeasurably important to me, my love.
I would also like to dedicate my book to my two daughters, who are vastly different, but equally special and precious in my heart. I love you both and cherish the relationship I have with each of you.
To Katrina, my firstborn; I appreciate your warmth and empathy, sense of humour and gentleness, as well as your ability to accept change, along with your support in my writing and in my life. Thanks for reading every single one of my books, even though at one time you were a bit too young to do so. Your never-ending encouragement and assistance with marketing my novel has been so helpful and welcomed more than I could ever tell you. It means a lot to me that you enjoy my books and wish for me to keep writing; and that you realize it will always be my passion. I am extremely proud to call you my daughter and so happy you are my friend, Katrina!
To Jerilyn, my baby; you are my feisty, strong-willed daughter, who has often been compared to my sister, Darla, and I agree your temperament is much like hers. Although parenting a headstrong child is not always an easy task, I must tell you I sometimes envy your great determination and ability to speak your mind. I am exceedingly thankful you value keeping family close, and that you always take time to make holidays and celebrations extra special for everyone. I look forward to our daily phone calls and our lengthy conversations. Even though you haven’t read my books and find it a little “weird” that your mother writes novels and especially “love scenes”, I am grateful to you for helping to promote my books and truly wanting me to succeed. I am very proud of you and adore our friendship, Jerilyn!
My heroines, Alainn and Arianna (who is found in the latter part of the series) are both largely based on the important women in my life. Their personalities are a combination of the strength and unique characteristic traits of both my daughters, my mum, and my sister, Darla.