The Other People: A Novel(88)

So, firstly, thank you to my husband, Neil, for keeping me (mostly) sane while writing this, my third book. Without his support I would have even less hair, Doris would have to walk herself and the dishwasher would never get unloaded.

Thanks to Max, my brilliant editorial “ogre” who manages to make me feel like a fantastic writer while also pointing out all the bits where I’m really not. And to Anne, my equally wonderful U.S. editor, who has been such a cheerleader for this book.

Massive thanks to everyone at MM Agency for everything they’ve done and continue to do for me. You’re the best. Big love.

Thanks to all my publishers and every one of the brilliant people involved in getting a book “out there.” The publicity teams, proofreaders, cover designers, bloggers, reviewers. And, of course, the booksellers who do such a great job of spreading the book love. Really, my bit in this is quite small.

Thanks to former Met Detective, John O’Leary, who provided invaluable guidance on all the procedural stuff in this book. Top bloke.

Thank you to the LKs for their friendship, laughter and support—and to all the lovely authors I’ve met on this journey.

Thanks to my mum and dad. It’s been a tough year. I love you both.

Thank you to my beautiful daughter, Betty, for filling my heart with total unconditional love and for constantly reminding me what’s important in life (glitter and unicorns). Being your mum is my greatest joy and privilege. There is no road I would not travel for you, my incredible, gorgeous girl.

Finally, thanks to you, the reader, for coming along with me on this journey. I hope you had fun and I hope you’ll stick around for the next one. It’s going to be aces!