About the Authors

Colin Roderick Thomson is a law graduate and former legal adviser who experienced a life-changing near-death encounter in childhood. Raised with Scottish roots and Maori spiritual influences, he concealed his spiritual awakening amidst societal stigma. As a devoted father of three, Colin blends legal expertise with his spiritual journey in writing.

Susan Thomson, a Ngāpuhī tribal descendant from New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, shares her life’s journey through cultural challenges, loss, and resilience. Raised in a predominantly Māori environment, she navigated the complexities of family dynamics and societal expectations. Now a mother and storyteller, she writes to inspire and empower.