Born in London and now living in Essex, Mark Butterworth worked in the City of London for over 30 years, including as a Lloyd’s underwriter. He has travelled widely, in particular ...view moreBorn in London and now living in Essex, Mark Butterworth worked in the City of London for over 30 years, including as a Lloyd’s underwriter. He has travelled widely, in particular the Far East, Australasia, United States and Europe. He held a Private Pilot’s Licence for 15 years, has flown a two-seater Spitfire and made more than 50 parachute jumps. After publishing two non-fiction business books, The Pearl River is his debut novel.view less