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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I would like to thank Liz Galton, Dr. Katherine Walker and the staff at the Christopher Tower Reference Library at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst, Hampshire, UK. They guided me through the treasure trove of their collection. They answered my questions (literally for hours) while I was in their library and through thoughtful emails after I was back home. I relied heavily on the material I discovered with their assistance for authenticity, accuracy and detail. Any errors are mine alone.

I would like to thank Kathryn Whalley of the Cornucopia Bed and Breakfast in Brockenhurst, Hampshire, UK for providing the support and sustenance for my long research days, as well as introducing me to her church, St. Nicholas’. She made my (and my mother’s) visit to the New Forest a joy.

Anette Engel at the Thoroughbred Racing Center in Lexington, Kentucky was extremely knowledgeable and patient as she guided me and my family through her facility. Meeting Thoroughbred racehorses up close and personal was an experience I’ll never forget.

I’m grateful to my agent, John Talbot and my editor at Kensington, John Scognamiglio, for their faith in my writing. A huge thank you to the members of Sleuths in Time, both past and present for their critiques, their encouragement and their unfailing support. And finally, to my family, especially Maya, Mom and Brian. I hope they know how much their love and support means.