Kerry J. Donovan is a bestselling author born in Dublin, known for his "DCI Jones Casebook" series of novels. He considers himself a citizen of the world, having been born in the United Kingdom and currently living on the continent in rural Brittany. Donovan takes pride in the fact that he renovated his stone cottage with his own calloused and gnarled hands. The cottage is a peaceful home, free of pets apart from the occasional field mice, moles, and red squirrels.
Donovan is a proud father of three children and grandfather of four grandchildren, all of whom reside in England. As an absentee grandad, he is grateful for the modern convenience of video calling. Prior to his writing career, Donovan earned a first-class honors degree in Human Biology and a PhD in Sport and Exercise Sciences. He has also worked as a scientific advisor to The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, where he helped UK emergency first-responders prepare for chemical and biological attacks following the 9/11 atrocities. This background lends a keen scientific edge to his writing.
In the past, Donovan has been a furniture designer/maker and holds swimming and triathlon coaching qualifications. He is the owner of a pristine Honda NC750X, which he affectionately calls Nancy, and enjoys touring less well-known regions of Europe in search of interesting locations for his novels. Donovan is a sports enthusiast and open-water swimmer, often found swimming in the ocean whenever he catches a glimpse of it. His life experiences add depth and realism to his stories and characters, making them all the more engaging and authentic for his readers.