For Ted, my dive buddy and best friend

Acknowledgements

I owe a debt of gratitude to many people for helping me with this book. Thanks to author Elizabeth Ludwig (elizabethludwig.com) who helped me with the Spanish phrases. Gracias, amiga! The members of the Utah Christian Writers Fellowship are a constant source of encouragement, and never fail to suggest ways to improve the story. You guys are great! My mom, Amy Barkman, proofread the manuscript on short notice. Thanks, Mom! My editor, Tina James, made so man insightful suggestions that resulted in a stronger book than the one I wrote initially. Thank you for making me a better writer, Tina. My agent, Wendy Lawton, is not only a terrific businesswoman, she's the most encouraging agent in the industry. Thanks, Wendy. My husband not only helps me scout out new ideas for my books, he's a terrific dive buddy as well. Ted, I appreciate you more than I can say.

And of course, the biggest thanks goes to my "heavenly Dad," who has showed me the most incredible sights imaginable as I've donned scuba gear and traveled Into the Deep. How anyone can view His handiwork and still question his existence is beyond me.