Emigrating from Ireland to Canada, grade school in Cold War Europe (summers in Ireland) ended in cultural shock. My return to Canada for high school branded me a loner; books and motorcycles saved my adventurous spirit.
After 3 years of Arctic field work, interspersed with winter travel around the Mediterranean and Mexico, an MSc in London led to Vienna. Taking a growing family to the Balkans in 2001 inspired a travelogue / thriller mashup, That Weekend in Albania.
A compelling Spanish encounter inspired a novel immersing readers into Franco’s post-war Spanish intrigue: Return to Pamplona is a romantic mystery in Basque country (Bestsellers World Award 2024). Thriving in Ukraine (2018-20) Kyiv’s vibrant arts scene encouraged
an examination of my Northern Irish / Canadian identity. This ongoing memoir will precede one on Eastern Europe, 30 years after living in France and Germany.
I remain a frequent and observant traveler when not enjoying the outdoors.
I remain a frequent and observant traveler when not enjoying the outdoors.
