ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Writing a book doesn’t take place in a vacuum. I’ve had the assistance and support of many during this remarkable project. First and foremost, I’d like to thank my husband, Michael Georges, who’s been willing to share his house with the crew of the U.S.S. Voyager for many a year now. He and my good friend Robert Amerman have often helped me brainstorm when I’ve reached a problem spot and I’m very grateful. Thanks also to a great group of friends and fellow authors—Mark Anthony, Chris Brown, Raven Amerman, Stan and Kathy Kirby, and Carla Montgomery. You guys are the best.

Supportive too have been my parents, James R. and Elizabeth C. Golden. They are sometimes a bit bemused by their wild child, but well do I remember the efforts made to get me home in time for Star Trek reruns. Looks like it all paid off.

Thanks also go to my agent, Lucienne Diver, who had no idea what she was starting almost ten years ago when she said casually, “Would you be interested in doing any books for Star Trek?” There was only one answer for that one.

A very special thank-you is due to John Ordover, for entrusting me with the care and feeding of the Voyager crew as we all head out together in this new direction. It’s an honor to be the one selected to create the relaunch, and his support has been unwavering. Thank you, John.

Finally, a deep and heartfelt thank-you to all my fans. I never lose sight of the fact that my readers are the ones who make it possible for me to continue to write these wonderful stories. You have sent me hundreds of e-mails over the years, all of them expressing your appreciation for my work and anticipation of this project. It’s taken a little longer than we all thought, but sometimes you have to take the time to do something right. And I really wanted to do this right! Let’s hope you think I succeeded.

And so the voyage continues. ...

Thanks and blessings to you all from

Denver, Colorado

—Christie Golden