Dinah Jefferies is a Malaysian-born British novelist, well-known for her historical fiction novels. She was born in Malacca in 1948 and moved to England when she was nine years old. Dinah's writing is deeply influenced by the loss of her 14-year-old son in 1985, which had a profound impact on her. She draws on this experience and her childhood memories in Malacca in the 1950s in her writing.
Dinah's debut novel, "The Separation," was published in 2014, and she has since written several other successful novels, including "The Tea Planter's Wife," "The Sapphire Widow," and "Daughters of War." Her novels are known for their rich settings, historical detail, and exploration of human nature. Critics and readers alike have praised Dinah's writing for its emotional depth, vivid descriptions, and compelling storytelling.
Before becoming a successful author, Dinah lived an unusual life, marked by her restlessness and desire for new experiences. She studied Fashion Design and lived in various places, including Tuscany, where she worked as an au pair for a countess, and a hippie commune in Suffolk. She has also lived in Andalusia. Despite these travels, Dinah now lives in England with her husband.
In addition to her writing, Dinah is also known for her love of cats and her dedication to her family. She has two Maine Coon cats and is close to her family, who live nearby in Gloucestershire. Dinah's novels have been translated into several languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide, cementing her place as a beloved and respected author of historical fiction.