Richard Danks began his journey in post-Blitz London, growing up in a city still scarred by war, an early lesson in resilience that would define his life. His career quickly moved from the counter of a London bank to the global stage. After emigrating to Perth, Western Australia, in 1970 and rising to senior management, he went on to hold a variety of high-stakes international roles. He masterminded complex financial deals, from establishing a U.S. public company to orchestrating a consortium of European banks in Zurich for a $1 billion Chinese oil refinery fundraising initiative.

These dynamic, world-crossing years abruptly shifted to a decade of unwavering dedication as he cared for his wife through vascular dementia. This experience with loss and the enduring power of love now fuels his writing. Drawing on his lifetime of global experience and deep personal history, Richard brings authenticity and emotional depth to his novels, finding new purpose in storytelling.