Midday, page 25
This book would not have been completed without the immeasurable support of my wife, Kerry. Thank you for helping me figure out that life is just way too short. To my daughter Lola, I love you so much, but please don’t read any of daddy’s books until you’re over eighteen, ok? A big thank you to my mam, Joan, and my sister, Debra, who - let’s be honest - didn’t really give two shits when I rang them to tell them I got offered a publishing deal.
To my best friend Barry O’Hanlon, thank you for your always-constructive feedback. Your eyes will always be the first to read my works. To Karen Fullam, Margaret Lyons and Charlotte Jones for reading very early drafts of this novel and helping me fine-tune it.
I am forever indebted to my publishers Betsy Reavley and Fred Freeman for making my dreams come true. Your constant support, in a multitude of ways, is unmatched in any professional arena that I’ve been a part of. I also owe a debt of gratitude to the amazing Alexina Golding, Sumaira Wilson and Sarah Hardy for their continued presence while, between us, we perfected all aspects of this book.
David B. Lyons, Midday
