I could not have written this （or any） book without the wisdom of Beth Howells, Vendela Vida, Andrew Sean Greer, Elin Hildebrand, Allison Lynn, Jodi Picoult, Owen Egerton, Christina Baker Kline, Paula McLain, Jardine Libaire, Meg Wolitzer, Mary Helen Specht, Dalia Azim, and Leah Stewart. Major thanks to the incredible Julia Romero and her editorial guidance. Many thanks to Ben Carter and Gil Green for the use of their gorgeous artwork.
Thanks to my mom and sisters, Brendan and Peter Westley, the Chappell and Roux and Meckel and Toan families for supporting and loving me.
Last but never least, thank you to my hilarious, smart, kind Ash （who inspires me every day to be as strong and brave as he is）， Harrison （whose grace and hilarious texts make my days bright）， Nora （my shining star）， and the craziest schnauzers in Texas. My heart, always, is for the man who inspires me every day to fight for what matters and nap when you can—my love, Tip Meckel.