James Rodgers was born in Teaneck, New Jersey and educated at Catholic schools in the region. He went on to attend The Citadel in Charleston before serving four years at sea as a n...view moreJames Rodgers was born in Teaneck, New Jersey and educated at Catholic schools in the region. He went on to attend The Citadel in Charleston before serving four years at sea as a naval officer. Besides writing fiction the author practices maritime law in New York City where he lives with his wife and two children. This is his first novel.view less