D. Jay Kay

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I have led a full and interesting life, having travelled extensively throughout my career. Born and raised in the UK, I left school at the tender age of 16 and joined the Merchant Marine as an officer cadet. After 14 years, and following the completion of my master’s license, I left the sea to get married and pursue a new chapter of life onshore in the United States.

Happily married for over 40 years, my wife and I have two amazing children, who live reasonably close to us here, in Texas. I am semi-retired and, in addition to writing books, I also do a bit of consulting.

I am an avid motorcyclist and, up until very recently, taught motorcycle safety classes to both new and experienced riders. I love teaching people who have never ridden befor
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I am posting this morning in the hope that some of you who got free books on my giveaway for A Treacherous Game will find the time to leave me some feedback and a rating. I am getting a lot of +ive feedback and comments regarding the series (Sally Yates), but this has not yet translated into ratings and comments on Amazon.com

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