This book has been in my heart for so long, I’m grateful to finally have it out there, and it wouldn’t have happened without some special people.
I had an amazing set of beta readers this go around. Kallista Foote gave tons of good feedback on how to expand and develop the story. Jessie Wolf had a good eye for things plus great comments and insights. Danielle Lori caught lots of typos (which I’m forever making) and gave me thoughts on the books that helped. Samantha Armstorng gave very thorough notes helping me expand and solidify the story. Alexis Jones also helped me see where I needed to expand, giving good thoughts, and helping me feel good about the book. Thank you so much to all of you. This book would be much sadder without you!
For my many errors I had lots of assistance, though if any remain I take full responsibility. Sotia Lazu, thank you for everything. You fixed up my mess of a first draft, helped me figure out what was wrong, and more importantly, how to fix it. Then, you gave it a thorough sweep through when it was ready for a copy edit. This book would not exist without you. Best editor ever!
Erin Kasper took the time to let me know the grammar errors she found in the first chapter without even being asked. This was helpful and very sweet! Alex Richardson also took the time to point out the grammar errors she found so I could fix them. Your rock!
Yesenia Vargas is my awesome proofreader, plus she pointed out the last few touches that needed to be made. Thanks, Yesenia! Cynthia Shepp did something incredible. She helped with my blurb. I’m horrible at writing these things, but she did a fantastic job of pulling it together.
The cover that I so dearly love was made by the fabulous Lou Harper. Thank you so much for taking the time to put up with my pickiness and giving me the cover of my dreams.
The biggest thanks of all goes to my family. They put up with a lot of rough times that inspired this book, not only put up with them, but helped me through them with love and care. Tai, Xandria, and Will, you three are the best ever! I don’t know what I would do without your sweet influences in my life. And my sweet Erik. There aren’t words enough to express what I feel for you. You’ve not just stuck by me through thick and thin, you patiently helped me through it, always loving me. You are my everything. I love you with the depths of my soul. Thank you.