Special thanks to:
My agent, Jill Marr, for her wise counsel, unwavering belief, and fearless guidance.
My brilliant editor, Alexandra Sehulster, for her razor-sharp perceptions, impassioned enthusiasm, and invigorating inspirations.
My rights manager, Andrea Cavallaro, for her drive and determination.
The impressive team at Minotaur Books, headed by publisher Andy Martin and associate publisher Kelley Ragland, including marketing manager Joe Brosnan, publicists Sarah Melnyk and Kayla Janas, team leader of marketing and publicity Paul Hochman, production editor John Morrone, cover designer David Rotstein, copy editor Sabrina Soares Roberts, and editorial assistant Mara Delgado-Sanchez.
The great Sandra Dijkstra, and the formidable crew at Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency.
All my readers—without your support I wouldn’t be able to do this.
My brother, Carter, for his profound advice and heartfelt encouragement.
My gifted husband, Doug, who has my back.