Andrew Hind and Maria Da Silva are freelance writers. who specialize in history and in travel and have a passion for bringing to light little-remembered episodes in history. Together, they have contributed numerous history-related articles to magazine publications. They also conduct guided historical tours, helping people connect with the past in a personal way. Andrew developed a love for history early on, and he hopes, through his writing, to develop a similar passion to others. They have always loved the mystery of the Muskoka region and have wanted to share its stories for a very long time. This is their seventh book.