I don't read as often as I used to, or would like to, but this sounds like something that I would enjoy.
If you have trouble getting through a recognised publisher, is there an option to self publish and fund it via a Kickstarter or Fundition type campaign?
I'm going to try the "traditional" route, but I know how stacked the odds are against it. I'm going to post the opening here to see what kind of feedback I get. Very grateful from the people here who have taken the time to reply!!