Acknowledgements

I owe a debt of gratitude to three remarkable women:

Joanna Frank, editor of the first draft, for her advice and faith in the book.

Diana Beaumont, my literary agent, for her guidance and perseverance.

Genevieve Pegg, publishing director of HarperNorth, for her creative skill in preparing the book for publication.

Thank you to my family, above all, for your unfailing loyalty, support and encouragement. This book is for you, with my love.