This book is affectionately dedicated to Lisa Morton, friend and mentor, without whose unfailing support The Corpse Whisperer would not exist. Thank you for believing in me—even when my own confidence wavered.
It is also dedicated to my awesome brother, H. Richard Burdick, Jr., Retired Lieutenant/Blue Ash Police Department. Your encyclopedic knowledge of law enforcement and weaponry kept me from making many a rookie mistake. You answered my every question, sometimes more than once. Where would Allie and I be without you?
Last, but not least, this book is dedicated to Barbara Kuroff, one of Allie Nighthawk’s biggest fans. I so wish you were here to see her debut. But I know you’re up there smiling.