ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

 

 

It takes a village to publish a book. Here are some of the people I’d like to thank:

 

The Malta Tourism Authority for my invitation to the Mediterranean, their unbelievable generosity, and the once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

 

Anna Gauci, Stephen Calleja, and Audrey Marie Bartolo for your warmth, knowledge, and incredible hospitality. You truly were the perfect hosts.

 

Graham Brown, Boyd Morrison, and Randi Morrison for being a part of one of the best weeks of my life. Thanks for making it so memorable.

 

The amazing people of Malta, who welcomed me like one of their own. I am totally in love with your country, and I simply can’t wait to return.

 

Ian Harper, my longtime friend/editor/consigliere. He reads my words before anyone else—and then tweaks them until they’re perfect. If you’re looking for an editor, please let me know. I highly recommend him.

 

Kane Gilmour, who helps with a lot of things behind the scenes. Not only is he an incredible author, but he is a publishing whiz. I’d be lost without his assistance.

 

Jeremy Robinson for taking time out of his busy schedule to design an amazing book cover. And then taking even more time when I changed my mind again and again and asked him to tweak it.

 

Elizabeth Cooper, Dee Haddrill, and Joyce Kuzneski for their proofreading expertise.

 

Scott Miller, Dorothy Vincent, and everyone else at Trident Media. I wouldn’t be here without your efforts.

 

All the fans, librarians, booksellers, and critics who have enjoyed my thrillers and have recommended them to others. Without you, I’d be broke and unemployed.

 

Last but not least, I’d like to thank my friends and family. I work strange hours and disappear for months at a time when I’m working on a project. Thanks for putting up with my weirdness. Your unwavering support means more than I can put into words.