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JD Watt is an Australian born, Sydney based author. Has has come to prominence after the international release of the 2nd edition of his scorching romance novel "BURNT". The novel is based on real life events that occurred in 2013 and impacted on JD's life. http://www.burnt-book.com

The story is narrated by Michael who is a 51-year-old tall, dark and devastatingly handsome established professional living in Sydney Australia. He as a chance encounter with Simone, a beautiful Italian woman, visiting Sydney at a well-known nightspot on the eve of her departure back overseas. The attraction is mutual and their connection electric.

They start a long-distance relationship via skype, email and what turns out to be nearly 7,000 texts over the course of the next seven months. A strong friendship forms and the dream of romance becomes reality when Simone informs Michael she has been offered a job in Sydney and will be moving their permanently.

Their flourishing love affair is full of raw and erotic passion. The emersion of two lovers into a sea of emotion is called out through Michael’s commentary, which is honest, authentic and deeply private.

The relationship appears secure, except for the constant interruptions from Simone’s ex-boyfriend, Marco. Marco’s regular calls arouse Michael’s suspicions to the point where he hires a Private Investigator to finally uncover the truth. What happened next, no one could have anticipated. "BURNT" is based on a true story.

The book has been translated into Spanish, French, German and Mandarin. And has been critically acclaimed as a roller coaster of emotions and a captivating and intoxicating read.

JD Watt has a 30-year career as a leading professional and served in the Australian Armed forces. With a love of fine red wine, opera and travel, he still lives in Sydney, overlooking the magical Sydney Harbour. At the time of writing JD is negotiating with a number of studio's to convert his novel into a telemovie or dramatic series. He has committed that as soon as the deal crystallises he will commence writing his next novel "Golden Boy" a story of high finance, passion and drug addiction.