Kevin Donovan Libros

A crack journalist delves into the shocking double murder of Barry and Honey Sherman, a billionaire couple found dead in their Toronto home in late 2017. Initially labeled a murder-suicide, the scene revealed the couple positioned side-by-side in their basement pool, raising questions about the circumstances of their deaths. The Shermans, with a net worth of approximately $4.6 billion, were prominent figures in business, philanthropy, and social circles, known for their substantial charitable contributions. However, Barry Sherman, founder of Apotex Inc., was a complex character—a hard-nosed strategist and workaholic who built a successful generic drug company while being both admired and feared. His aggressive business tactics included litigation against former employees and disputes over his mansion, which resulted in significant financial settlements. At the time of their deaths, Sherman was embroiled in a lawsuit against a former employee and faced accusations of corporate espionage. Additionally, he had recently resolved a long-standing family dispute over his fortune. Investigative journalist Kevin Donovan has been closely following the case, interviewing over seventy individuals to uncover new insights into the disturbing murders and the couple's intriguing lives.

In May 1999, four friends - two restaurateurs, a chef and a photographer - set out on a three-week holiday in southern Italy. Gail and Kevin Donovan, owners of Melbourne's popular Donovans, wanted to find visual and culinary inspiration for their constantly evolving bayside restaurant. Renowned photographer Simon Griffiths had been to Italy before and desperately wanted to go back. Donovans chef Robert Castellani looked forward to extending his knowledge of Italian food and of his Italian heritage. This beautiful book is their account of the journey. Travelling from Rome south to Sicily, Gail kept a diary of their adventures while Simon took photographs wherever they went, Kevin recorded the wines they sampled and Robert made notes on the meals they ate. The result is a lavishly illustrated, inspirational journal full of travel information, personal stories, ideas for design and decor and, of course, food - simple, delicious recipes which capture the flavours and colours of southern Italy.