The Mafia Hit Man's Daughter (22 page)

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

To my children: You are my life, my everything, my reason for living. Without you, I don't know where I would be. You all have made my life complete. Mommy loves you for all the days of our lives. I will be forever thankful for you.

Mom, I never imagined that you could survive what you have survived. You have shown me strength and courage and I love you. Dad, you'll always be my hero. Linda Maria, always know I'm here for you. I love you so much. My nephew Gregory, you've come so far. Thank you for always showing me that you love me. Charlie, regardless of our circumstances, you will always have a place in my heart and I will always love you. Gavin, my little buddy, your smile will always be with me no matter how far apart we are.

Eddie Zorak, your strength inspires me. Thank you for showing me that it's possible to stay strong through traumatic experiences. Michael Holliman, from day one you have shown me nothing but support and friendship. You are greatly appreciated.

G Fella, I can't sing a song for you, but this is my way to thank you. Bud Light Bob, your light will always shine. I miss you. A special thank-you to my friends on Facebook for all the support and love you all have shown.

Billy Pietrantonio, you once said that you weren't afraid to die, you were afraid of not living. I want you to know that you'll live in my heart forever.

Michaela Hamilton, our editor at Kensington, thank you for believing in my story.

Linda Rosencrance, you never gave up on me. You believed in me when I didn't even believe in myself. I am so grateful to you for all you've done and helped me accomplish. You are an amazing person and will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you is not enough to express what I feel for you.—LS

 

 

I'd like to thank Michaela Hamilton at Kensington for being the best editor ever and for believing in this project. Plus a special shout-out to Ranger.

Lynn Riedesel, you are the best transcriptionist in the entire world. You are a lifesaver. Thank you.

Big Linda, your daughter is right. You are a strong and courageous person. I'm so glad I met you.

I was introduced to Linda Scarpa by a mutual friend several years ago. When I first heard her compelling story, I knew she had to share it with the world. She has lived a life that you could only imagine in your dreams—and your nightmares. Linda, to say that you are a survivor is an understatement. I am in awe of your courage. You are a remarkable mother, daughter, sister and friend. I never doubted your strength and determination—not for one second—even if you did. You can't imagine how very happy I am that you achieved your dream of seeing your words in print.

But it was more than about writing a book for you. It was about showing people who your father, your hero, truly was through your eyes. To do that, you had to be honest about the life that he led. The fact is, you were brutally honest about your life and his life. You didn't hide from the truth. And that took more courage than people will ever know.

As I grew closer to you over these past few years, I also felt a connection to your father. I came to understand through you that your father was not the monster people make him out to be. That's not to say I condone what he did, because I don't, and I know you don't, either. But he was a loving family man. Maybe in a different time and a different place . . .—LR

Some names have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals connected to this story.

 

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ISBN: 978-0-7860-3870-1

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First Kensington Mass Market Edition: January 2016

 

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