To my friend, Allison Goodson, who believed in this story and wanted me to write it for my readers. Without your support, I would never have completed this novel. Thanks for reading the first drafts and your comments about each of the chapters.

To Dianne Harman, for being my mentor and supporter, without you I would never have been able to complete this book.

To Lilian Roberts, for being my beta reader before the publication.

To my parents, friends and siblings, who have always been supportive of my novels, thank you! I wouldn’t have been able to achieve this milestone if it wasn’t for all of you.

To my editor, Michelle Browne, who worked with me tirelessly to perfect this novel. Thank you for all the months of hard work.

To Rana Muhammad Usman, for believing in my talent for writing and supporting me throughout.

Finally, to “LIFE” who taught me all about life and how to be a better person. Without you, I would never have understood the meaning of “HATE” and this story would never have flowed through these pages.

Thank you everyone for staying with me always.