Having completed this, my first book, I have learned a great deal about the process of book writing, editing, publishing, drafting and re-drafting. Authors create stories, but it is only once they have the assistance of incredible professionals does a book get created. I would like to thank Richard Curtis, my wonderful and patient agent, who has been with me every step of the way. Without his guidance I would be lost—he has been fundamental in transforming the book from rough draft to polished manuscript. Richard took a great leap of faith with my piece; he saw past the messiness, typical of a first-time author, and envisioned what the story could become. He had my full trust from day one and I could not dream of a better mentor. Furthermore, I would like to thank David Pomerico and his entire team at Harper Voyager. David, from his first look at the book, could see what I had written and what I wanted to be writing, and helped me put my vision into words. David showed me how to take a step back and reconnect with the essence of the piece, and for this I am forever grateful. I would also like to thank the incredible group of editors I have had the privilege of working with during this time. Betsy Mitchell, Jena Karmali, Joan Burkeitt, and everyone else who leant their time and skill to this piece—you make writers look good. I would also like to thank my family, without whom I would never have been able to achieve this. Your patience and support—your late night reading and note making—well, I couldn’t have done it without you. In particular, I would like to thank my mother, for her unwavering strength, love and guidance. Thank you for giving us your all. I would like to thank my grandparents for their incredible literary achievements and their support of my own writing pursuits. I would like to thank my godfather John, for always supporting me. Finally, I would like to thank Jamie, for telling me that if I knew what I wanted to do with my life, why would I waste my time doing anything else. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all.