Adrian Monico was born in Australia to Italian parents. He and his family returned to Italy when he was just two years old, where he was raised in the Alps until the age of fourteen. On returning to Australia, Adrian was required to learn English so that he could complete High School and pursue his interest in Physics at university. At the completion of his first year of university, Adrian decided to join the Australian Defence Force (ADF) as a Commissioned Army Officer. During his fifteen years of service, Adrian reached the rank of Major. He also commanded Surface to Air missile systems and saw active service in East Timor. The ADF sponsored Adrian to return to university and study Information Technology. Adrian is currently a successful IT and Telecommunications Service Delivery Manager. In his spare time, Adrian is a passionate writer. This is his second novel.