Vineyard Chill (28 page)

Philip R. Craig passed away on May 8, 2007, after a brief battle with cancer. At the time of his death, Phil had completed and submitted this novel, but had yet to acknowledge the contributions of those who had provided him assistance during the writing of the book. The success of the J.W. Jackson series was due in no small part to the support of Phil's friends, family, and colleagues, who would often help Phil and J.W. navigate some particularly sticky part of the mystery with which they were currently embroiled. Some would provide answers about poisons or weaponry, others about police procedure or methods of tracking down people online. Phil would certainly have wanted to thank all of those who contributed ideas and suggestions for this book; and though we don't know your names, you undoubtedly know who you are!

Phil's family would like to express our gratitude to all of the many people, named and un-named, who've contributed in any way to the success of the Martha's Vineyard Mystery series over the years. You were all part of the experience that fed the writer's soul.

Shirley Craig
Martha's Vineyard
January 2008