The writing of this story was a road trip in itself—mentally, physically, and emotionally. Much appreciation to the historical and restoration societies and preservationists up and down the coast, beginning with the Absecon Lighthouse folks in Atlantic City who were the first stop on this journey.
As always, many thanks to Kevan Lyon and Tessa Woodward, Elle Keck, and my whole William Morrow team. They’re the best.
Gail Freeman, who always seems to know that one elusive fact that I need but can’t quite put my finger on . . . and Google has never heard of.
To my Girls’ Weekend Away friends, Nancy, Yvonne, and Irene, who when I say, “I wonder if there’s a . . . ,” they say, “Get in the car, we’ll go see.” Thanks for your help turning thought into action.
There’s a saying that a picture is worth a thousand words, but life experience can certainly create chapters worthy of discovery.