Tom DumbrellTom was born in 1987 in Chelmsford, Essex. As a boy, he fell in love with the fantasy worlds of video games, J.R.R Tolkien, and Philip Pullman.Despite an early passion for storytelling, Tom obtained a BA in Tourism Management before a varied career i the travel industry, bringing to life another of his passions. When he is not working, Tom is an avid fan of his beloved Ipswich Town. He also writes and performs music and enjoys long walks with his wife, daughter and their dogs.Tom currently lives near Colchester, Essex, and A Killer and a King is his first standalone novel. He previously published the Pillars of Peace series, which was largely written during the coronavirus pandemic with huge influence and editing support from his wife, Breana. Read More Read Less