by Piyush Jha
Amrita Mukerji, my copy editor, whose unfailing eye has made my work a better read.
Tuhin A. Sinha, who wrote an email that started me on my journey as a novelist.
Aditi Prakash, who took time out from impending motherhood and made that all-important introduction.
Farida Haider, who was one of the first to read my work and give me the feedback that I desperately required.
Rajvardhan, additional commissioner of police, Mumbai, who inspired me in just one meeting.
Suhel Buddha, ex-Mumbai police, who triggered my thoughts so that they could find their targets.
Deepak Rao, Mumbai police historian, whose meticulous explanation of police procedure gave me numerous insights that I had not previously seen.
And last but not the least...
Goddess Mumbadevi, who protects my city, so that we may live without fear.