Tony Park is an accomplished Australian author, renowned for his action thriller and adventure novels. He was born in 1964 and spent his childhood in the western suburbs of Sydney. Park's professional journey began as a newspaper reporter in Australia and England, where he honed his storytelling skills. He later ventured into public relations, working as a consultant, a government press secretary, and a freelance writer.
In addition to his civilian career, Park has also served in the Australian Army Reserve for 34 years, with a significant six-month tour of duty in Afghanistan in 2002. His experiences in the military have greatly influenced his writing, providing him with a unique perspective on action and adventure. Park and his wife, Nicola, are global citizens, dividing their time between their home in Sydney and southern Africa, where they own a house on the edge of the Kruger National Park. They are content with their decision to remain childless, living their lives to the fullest.
Park has written 19 African novels, with his 18th, "Last Survivor," reaching the number one spot in South Africa. His latest novel, "Vendetta," was released recently. His works have received critical acclaim, with praise from publications such as The Times, London, Canberra Weekly, and Sydney Morning Herald. Park's deep love and knowledge of southern Africa are evident in his writing, with his characters and settings reflecting the richness of the continent. His novels are "break-neck in pace, with narrow escapes from death on every page," providing readers with a thrilling experience.