My many thanks, as always, to the wonderful people at Crooked Lane Books—I love working with you all! My appreciation goes to:
My editor, Faith Black Ross, who knows how to turn a manuscript into a good read.
Melissa Rechter, Madeline Rathle, and Rebecca Nelson for staying on top of every situation and for being responsive to every question I send their way.
My cover designers Cheryl Griesbach and Stanley Martucci, who create covers that are total knockouts.
David Heath, my copy editor, for his help in making my book an easy, accurate read.
Luci Zahray, “The Poison Lady,” for helping me find just the right poison for my poor victim.
And my dear friends and fellow mystery writers and Plothatchers—Janet Bolin, Peg Cochran, Krista Davis, Kaye George, Daryl Gerber, and Janet Koch—who never fail to come up with suggestions and support when their assistance is needed.
Marilyn/Allison