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I am deeply grateful to my agent Barbara Lowenstein and her staff for unwavering, tireless support. Many thanks to everyone at Kensington, especially John Scognamiglio. It’s wonderful working with such a receptive and attentive editor. I promise to return the favor by learning to pronounce your name.

I owe big thank-yous to friends who provided hand holding, cheerleading, suggestions, ideas and even dialogue: Allison, Benilde, Bridgett, Erin, Hilary, Nina, Sarah, Staceyann and Toshi.

Many thank yous to several generous and thoughtful readers: Jackie, Jana, Jayme, and, especially, Kera Bolonik and Stephanie Grant, who gave the manuscript the twice over and more. Special thanks to the members of my writing group, past and present, who read bits and pieces at various stages.

Thank you to my mother and sister for all kinds of love, including the tough kind, and to the Sunday dinner crew—Jackie, Juliet and Jane—for great food and better friendship. I am grateful for the children in my life: Toshi, Tashawn and, especially, Kali and Nic, though this book is a little racy for you. Special thanks to my extended family: Carrie, Faye, Lorry, Tracey, Vickie, Arielle and the crew in Texas and Oklahoma.

Above all, thank you Jana, for listening and loving.