Many thanks to my agents, Andrea and Christina. Infinite thanks to all at Allison & Busby for championing all the books. Especially to Susie Dunlop, Publishing Director, for her indefatigable support. Also, Lesley Crooks, for her editorial eye and social media assistance. Great thanks to Ash, for reading every chapter as I wrote it and writing me glorious letters in return. Massive thanks to Al, as ever, for never missing a single mistake of mine. Huge thanks to all my readers – your loyalty and passion continue to inspire me. Enormous thanks, as ever, to Artur, for always making everything possible.