Firstly, I want to thank the brilliant team of experts that make being with Boldwood so good to work with. A special mention for my editor, Emily Ruston, who is not only excellent at her job but is also patient and kind. The copy-editor and proofreader are also great to work with.
Secondly, I want to thank my very good friend and fellow saga writer, Jean Fullerton for talking me off the cliff edge more than once and for being my sounding board for both ideas and writing-related problems.