A huge thanks to Jo Dickinson, my editor for the past six years. It was a joy to work with you, especially on this book. I’ll miss you enormously. Your new authors are very lucky. And to Alice Rodgers, Anne O’Brien, Sally Partington and all in the editorial department, a very grateful acknowledgement for your expertise in bringing the manuscript to completion. To SJ, Rich, and ALL my Schusters in the various departments, a massive ‘Thank you’.

To my team at Atria Books, and to my editors, Haley Weaver and Loan Le, thank you. And to all my US Schusters for your enthusiasm and continued support.

To my Schusters in Australia, India and South Africa, a big thanks for the great work you do on my behalf.

To all my translators, foreign publishers and sub agents, it is such a thrill to see my books in other languages.

To Simon at Gill Hess & Co, who always has my back and who works so hard with all his team, on my behalf. There aren’t enough thanks.

To Mr Hannan Mullet, Grainne Roche, Finn and Orla, who got me through this book in my great hour of need. Thanks for the injections, surgery, and very kind care, as always. This book would not have been written without you.

A big thanks too, to Garrett Fitzpatrick, solicitor. His immense patience and good humour in all his dealings with me are hugely appreciated.

I’d like to also acknowledge Ciara Sidine, a dear friend and wonderful songwriter and musician. It’s an honour to have your beautiful, poignant song, ‘Finest Flower’ in my novel. (You can listen to it on the link below.)

A loving thanks also to Patrice Chaplin, a wonderful writer, and precious friend. Her books are mentioned in the novel and The Portal and The Stone Cradle are gripping reads if you want to treat yourselves to something different. Fiona McLaren’s Da Vinci’s Last Commission is also a fascinating tale, which we will be hearing a lot more about!

A huge thanks to all in the book trade, worldwide, who have supported each and every one of my books. And most importantly to my dear and ever loyal readers, and social media followers: you are the ones that make the writing of my novels such a rewarding and gratifying endeavour. Your enjoyment of my writing means so much. You keep me going. Thank you, m’dears. XXX

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About the Author

Patricia Scanlan lives in Dublin. Her books, all number one bestsellers, have sold worldwide and been translated into many languages. Find her online:

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A Family Reunion was originally published as The Liberation of Brigid Dunne

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