Oh. She nearly cried at the sweetness of it. “You already have, Ty. You already have.”
Acknowledgments
As with every book I write, I depended heavily on the support of my husband and children to produce Crossing the Line. I cannot express how much I appreciate their enduring love and patience while I get lost in writing, and for always being there for me when I’m ready to find my way out again.
I want to extend a special thank-you to Michael Scotto for taking the time to educate me about the ins and outs of wire service reporting and the world of sports journalism.
To the awesome, brilliant New York crew: Julia—who also beta read this book—Mala, Elizabeth, and Tahra, thank you for the conflict resolution, the stories from your own lives, and the laughs over drinks. I am grateful to have y’all in my life.
To Kerri-Leigh and Tahra, your idea has lived on through three books, and it’s sad to see it end. But you continue to inspire me and I am thankful to know such creative, encouraging women.
Jenny, my Wag, my partner in crime, my problem fixer: I don’t love you just because you beta read this book too many times. You are my bosom buddy and bestie and my avocado half, and I hope someday we can retire side by side in mansions by the sea.
Lizzie Poteet, thank you for working so hard to make this book better. It is always a pleasure to work with such a smart, talented editor.
And last but not least, to Courtney Miller-Callihan, my agent, cheerleader, and friend: I am so grateful that we’re on this journey together, and even more so that you let me lean on you when the road gets rough.
Author’s Note
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Table of Contents
Title Page
Copyright Notice
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Acknowledgments
Author’s Note
Other Books in This Series
About the Author
Copyright Page
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CROSSING THE LINE
Copyright © 2016 by Audra North.
Author photo © Erin Hilterman
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