Healing Gabe (The Last Hangman MC #3)(81)
The only reason I’m staying here and not looking for another job is because I need to save up and this is the only place that would accommodate to my college schedule. I need to move out of the hellhole I’m living in at the minute, and help my father. He’s a retired soldier and lives off of a small military pension. It’s enough for him to pay the bills, food and the upkeep of his property, but that’s it. He could never treat himself to something he’d like or go for a weekend away somewhere. I know he’d love to go fishing with his military buddies but can never go because of the fee they ask for the permit. Hence why I’ve been working my ass off, to be able to live a normal life and put some money aside, and hopefully save enough to surprise him with the permit for his upcoming birthday.
I fail to stifle a yawn, glancing around hoping none of my colleagues saw me. I’m so tired, I don’t remember the last time I had a proper night of sleep. Between work and college I’ve been crazy busy, maybe getting 3-4 hours of sleep per night, even if I'm lucky. I won’t last long at this rate. I hope they're not asking too much for rent at that guy's
place. My current roommate is charging me a lot, most likely to be able to buy herself whatever she wants since she doesn’t work. Her parents pay her half of the rent and she's always coming back with expensive things. She says they keep raising the rent but I’m done having her play me for a fool.
Two hours later I finally get my break. I make myself a coffee—no foam!— grab a muffin and head to the employee’s room. I sit down at the table closest to the window and take a sip before dialing the number on the paper. Here goes nothing…
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Where do I start?
Mom — Thank you for always being there for me. You’re the best mom anyone could ever have. I love you.
This book wouldn’t have been possible without Ellie Aspill. You’re a brilliant editor and friend. I don’t know how you manage to put up with me and my many freak outs. I know we were on a very tight schedule for this one, but thank you for helping me make it on time. You rock. I’m so glad you are a part of this journey with me and couldn’t ask for a better friend and editor.
Charlotte Spence — My amazing PA and friend. Thank you for your support throughout this crazy journey and helping keep me sane during the writing of Gabe’s story. I know I put you through a lot with all the cliffhangers I was throwing at you as you as I was writing it. Thank you for always being there for me.
Louise Howard — Thank you for always giving me your honest opinion and always giving me great tips and advice of what needs to be changed. Thank you for being there for me since book one. I’m so grateful to have you as a friend.
Stephanie Lewis — Thank you for being there for me since the beginning. Without your support and your help, none of this would have been possible. I will never be able to thank you enough. I can’t wait to work with you on many more books.
Rebecca Pau — Thank you so much for the beautiful covers. You’re a star. It’s always a pleasure to work with you and our banter and chat always make my day. I can’t wait to work on many more books with you.
Alicia Marietta — Thank you for helping me with this and supporting me. It means a lot. I’m glad you enjoyed Gabe’s story as much as I enjoyed writing it. Thank you for your precious advice.
Kim Brown — Thank you for everything. You’re a true friend and anyone would be beyond lucky to have you as a friend.
Thank you to YOU, I’m still amazed by the support I’m getting. I hope you’ve enjoyed Gabe and Viv’s story and are ready for the next instalment. If you thought Gabe’s story was messed up, wait until you see Jason’s.
Thank you to Kylie at Give Me Books for organizing my cover reveal, release blitz and release boost. Thank you for your patience with my long list of questions and for being amazing at what you do and promoting my work.
Love you all xxx