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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I can’t believe this is my eighth book. None of them would’ve seen the light of day without my writing group and their valuable feedback—Jerrilyn Farmer, Cyndra Gernet, and Roger Cannon. I couldn’t write a decent story without them. Thanks also to my reader Nancy Jane Isenhart Holmes for her comments and ideas.

I did a lot of research for this book. The best experience came from an interview with Captain Eric Buschow, Public Information Officer for the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Buschow was very generous with his time. By the end of our conversation I knew a lot more about police procedure.

And what would I do without John Scognamiglio, Editor in Chief at Kensington Books? He always gives positive feedback and support. Also, Lou Mal-cangi is the super cool artist at Kensington who does all those fantastic book covers.

In this digital age, business transactions can take place over the internet without the people involved actually meeting each other in person. That’s the kind of relationship I had for over seven years with Dawn Dowdle, my agent from Blue Ridge Literary Agency in Lynchburg, Virginia. This spring we met face to face for the first time at a conference, and I could tell her in person how grateful I was for her faith in me.

Finally, I want to acknowledge all my readers who take time to post reviews and/or send emails. Thank you!