He wouldn’t have the job getting in the way anymore. No one would be watching his every move, keeping him accountable. The idea of revenge and retribution stirred in the back of his mind and he found it impossible to ignore. He was almost excited at the prospect. He could make the man that assaulted him pay.

‘What are you thinking about?’ Imogen said.

‘The future. Us.’

He kissed her neck and then her face again. He was ready to show her that he was willing to change everything, for her. The weight had lifted a little and he wanted this, he wanted her. This was the beginning of the rest of his life.

Acknowledgements

First and foremost I would like to thank the men who spoke to me so openly about their experiences; I appreciate how difficult it must have been and I feel privileged to know you.

Thank you so much to all the readers. You really are the best. Also a huge thanks to the book bloggers and the blogging community – you are doing a great job!

Thanks as well to everyone at Avon Books who works so hard for their authors. Big thanks to Rachel, Claire and Tilda, who have done such a stellar editing job. Thanks Helen, Ollie and Sabah as well.

A special thanks to my former editor Phoebe Morgan; I miss you.

Thanks to my agents, Diane Banks, Hannah and James at Northbank Talent.

Thanks as well to my good friends in the crime writing community. You really all are the loveliest bunch of weirdos I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.

Thanks to Ed James for his advice and mediocre friendship.

Thanks to my husband and kids. Sorry you had to eat so much pasta throughout the writing of this book. Normal service will resume soon.

Thanks to the rest of my family. I know I am annoying.

Author’s Note

If you have been affected by the issues in this book, please know that you aren’t alone and there is support out there for you.

Here are some resources you may find useful.

Male Survivors Partnership – working for the good of male survivors of sexual assault.

National Helpline: 0808 800 5005

Safeline – a non-discriminatory service to help survivors of sexual assault.

Mankind – supporting the 1 in 6 men affected by unwanted sexual experiences.

1in6 – support for male survivors of sexual assault.

National Domestic Violence Helpline.

Helpline: 0808 2000 247

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