Richard Danks is an author, a veteran of international finance whose life story is defined by resilience and high-stakes decision-making.
Born and raised in post-Blitz London, Richard grew up in a neighborhood that bore the physical scars of war, an environment that instilled in him the determination reflected in his characters. His career path was a dynamic ascent, beginning in a London bank before he emigrated to Perth, Western Australia, in 1970, where he rose quickly through the ranks of senior management.
The global economy became his playground. He was headhunted to establish a public company in the United States, followed by various complex international roles. He masterminded some of the largest transactions of his time, including leading a $1 billion fundraising initiative for Chinese oil refineries and orchestrating a consortium of European banks in Zurich.
This dynamic life came to a halt when his wife of 54 years was diagnosed with vascular dementia. He has spent a decade dedicated to her care, an experience that deepened his understanding of sacrifice, human vulnerability, and the enduring power of marital love.
Now focusing on his passion, Richard Danks channels his unique blend of global experience and deep personal history, the detail of high finance, the suspense of international dealings, and the authentic emotion of enduring love, to write novels that are both interesting and deeply moving.