Acknowledgments

This book would never have come together without the help of my clear friends, R. G. Alexander, Crystal Jordan, and especially Lilly Feisty, and as always, my fabulous and loyal critique partner, Gemma Halliday. You all know what you did for this book, and what you mean to me. I couldn't ask for a more creative, dynamic, and supportive bunch of people in my life. I am eternally grateful.

I also must acknowledge my editor, Shauna Summers, for her guidance, and for allowing me to take some unusual risks with this story, for trusting me that much. Thank you!