To the Tower Born - Robin Maxwell (35 page)

Acknowledgments

First and foremost I must thank my old friend and writing partner, Billie Morton, for the original idea to write a brand-new twist on this oft-told story, and for seeing me through to the end.

My beloved agents, Kim Witherspoon and David Forrer, went far beyond the call of duty during the writing and rewriting (and rewriting) of this book. For their brilliant ideas, daily support, and unflagging belief in me, I am eternally grateful.

From the beginning, my editor, Carolyn Marino, held a clear vision of this novel. Though I struggled down the road to completion amidst obstacles and detours, her vision proved ultimately correct, and for that I am deeply indebted.

Fellow author, historian, and dear friend Vicki León was teacher, coach, and midwife of this project and, as always, kept me laughing.

My mother, Skippy, and my husband, Max, are the two steadfast pillars of my life. They hold me high above the raging tempest of everyday living so I am free to write. My love for them knows no bounds.

Robin Maxwell is the acclaimed author of
The Wild Irish
,
The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn
,
The
Queen’s Bastard
, and
Virgin: Prelude to the Throne
.

She lives in Pioneertown, California.

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The Wild Irish

Virgin: Prelude to the Throne

The Queen’s Bastard

The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn