The story is not true and all the characters are fictional. Researching the types and stages of Alzheimer’s disease, was both interesting and sad. Depicting the loss of a loved one was painful.

Thank you for your support. I would love to have your continued support as I progress on my writing journey.

You are welcome to contact me with any questions or comments any time. I’m available on Facebook and Twitter.

Best Wishes

Jackie Walsh

Acknowledgements

What surprised me most about writing a novel, is how an isolated venture could bring me in contact with so many wonderful people. Without their encouragement and knowledge, I would not have got to where I am today. Amongst these people, some wonderful friends.

Patricia Gibney, who has been an endless source of encouragement during each stage of the process and also my traveling partner.

Louise Phillips, a genuine champion for anyone starting out on this journey.

Niamh Brennan and Grainne Daly, two great writers with whom I laugh a lot.

Declan Burke, who has played an important role in developing my writing.

Conor Kostick at the Irish Writer’s Centre, who suggested, that with a lot of work I might get there.

Well, here I am, but not without the support of the most important people in my life, my family. My Dad, my sister and brothers, nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law, without whom nothing is worth it.

And to my Mam, who I know is looking down and loving this, thank you for always encouraging me. The pain of losing you can never be put into words.

To all my friends, my fun, especially Cora Potts who has encouraged and contributed to my dark sense of humor, thank you all for your support throughout my life. To my little nephew, Jason Carr, who is already writing great stories. Keep it up young man.

To Keshini and Lindsey, my publishers at Hera Books, for putting your faith in me and for helping shape my story into something better.

To the staff at Lollipops, wonderful strong women whose dedication to their job has allowed me the space to write.

To Layla my dog, and the reason I get up early every morning, you have changed what I care about.

To Paul, my husband. Your love and support is the rock on which I stand. Thanks for always being there and for encouraging me to follow my dreams. I love you.

To anyone who has taken the time to read my book.

Thank you.

About the Author

Jackie Walsh lives in Dublin with her husband Paul. She’s a member of the Irish Writers Centre, The Irish Crime writers group, and loves to travel to writing festivals including Harrogate and Bristol.

Also by Jackie Walsh

Familiar Strangers

The Secrets He Kept

Five Little Words

Her White Lie