This book owes a huge debt of gratitude to Hilary Rogers – thank you for all the chats and advice; I wouldn’t have made it without your support. Thanks also to Penelope White, Sarah Magee, Charlotte Bodman, Marisa Pintado and the rest of the team at Hardie Grant Egmont. Kudos and gratitude to Karri Hedge once again for her clear and perceptive editing.
Thanks to all the friends and family who celebrated the Lifespan of Starlight and heard about the ups and downs of writing this second instalment, to name a few: Chrissie Keighery, Sara Gerardi, Susie Petris and Jordan Lukies.
To my wonderful husband and kids – Campbell, Porter and Elm – thanks for believing in me.
Finally, to everyone who emailed after reading the Lifespan of Starlight – thanks for sharing the fun and excitement. (My favourite phrase comes from Orlando: ‘I nearly fell off that cliff-hanger!’) At last, here’s book 2: I hope you enjoy.