John Verdon is an accomplished and highly regarded crime fiction author, born in the United States in 1942. He studied engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) before embarking on a highly successful career in the corporate world that spanned over three decades. He held various leadership positions in prominent multinational companies, including IBM and Verizon. Despite his demanding corporate job, Verdon always nurtured a passion for storytelling, and in 2010, he published his first novel, "Think of a Number," which became an instant bestseller. Since then, he has written five more critically acclaimed crime fiction novels, including "Peter Pan Must Die," "Shut Your Eyes Tight," and "White River Burning." Verdon's novels are known for their gripping plots, unexpected twists, and intricate storytelling. His ability to weave complex criminal puzzles and explore the dark side of the human mind has earned him a loyal fan following worldwide.