Mary-Elizabeth Thomas lives on the edge of Romney Marsh and has always been fascinated by the accounts of the activities of the Hawkhurst Gang of smugglers who carried on their bus...view moreMary-Elizabeth Thomas lives on the edge of Romney Marsh and has always been fascinated by the accounts of the activities of the Hawkhurst Gang of smugglers who carried on their business in the first half of the eighteenth century. She spent several years researching the factual evidence which is the basis of her first novel.
Her previous publications include articles, short storiesand poems, and many papers in connection with her former profession. Retired early from running a therapy department in the NHS, she now devotes her time to writing, entertaining friends and exploring the villages, churches and pubs dotted over the Marsh, many of which are mentioned in 'Men of Sorrows'.view less