ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

First and foremost I must say “gratitude” to my wife for her constant support. And to my boys, who keep things in perspective.

Gratitude to my agent, Sara Megibow, as well as Jerry and Wayne (aka the “Hollywood Team”). They consistently amaze and humble me with their talent and support.

Much gratitude to everyone at Random House who helps bring my books to life, specifically (but not limited to) Mike, Sarah, Rachel, Joe, Greg, Beth, Keith, and Scott.

I’ve met a whole bunch of wonderful authors since first being published in 2013, and the welcoming arms within which they’ve enfolded me is something I am endlessly grateful for. There are far too many to name each, but I do want to call out my first and biggest fan, Kevin Hearne, for all the kind words both spoken to me and shouted to the world.

To all the fans I’ve met at cons, book signings, and electronically from all over the world: You folks are amazing and I love every last one of you!

Gratitude is owed to the ever-patient Skyler, Sam, Prumble, and Tania. I’ll get to you, I swear! Now relax and enjoy your flight. The landing might be a bit bumpy….

Thank you, Jake “Oddjob” Gillen, my trusty beta-reader, bodyguard, and dear friend. Slainte, old man. Also, thanks are due to beta-readers Josh and Scott.

Saving the best for last…my gratitude to YOU, dear reader, for indulging me in this tale. I hope you had as much fun reading it as I did in writing the blixxing thing. Cheers!

Jason Hough

Seattle, 2014

 

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