Cara is an experienced Scottish PT, currently teaching at the respected Webster's High School.
After picking up two degrees in Human Anatomy from Aberdeen University, Cara stopped off as a research scientist at Cambridge University before moving to Malaysia and a lectureship in Anatomy at UKM. Several years and a gorgeous sun tan later, she returned to Scotland to train as a biology teacher, working her way up to become principal teacher of Science at Webster’s High School.
When not worrying about attainment levels and staffing, Cara spends her time battling with three giant hedges, two lawns and a teenage daughter.
What is your earliest memory?
Dropping a baby hamster on the floor. It went on to live a long and happy life, with a limp!
Which teacher inspired you the most at school?
Mr Deas, my maths teacher for five out of six years at secondary school – gave me self belief.
What was your worst subject at school?!
French – still don’t know how I passed (at the second attempt)!
What inspired you to get writing?
Guess I’m just obsessed with my subject and find it hard to let go.
What do you do to relax?
Play cards, gardening, sleep.
What is your favourite book?
Duncton Wood by William Horwood, a mole love story, now out of print unfortunately.
What is your favourite film?
Love 3 films equally:
Pirates of the Caribbean – Jack Sparrow rules!
Galaxy Quest – Alan Rickman’s character is just brilliant.
The Ghost and Mrs Muir – a very old black and white love story that has me in tears every time.
What is your favourite album?
Anastacia by Anastacia – I love to belt out her songs when driving.
What is the most fun you’ve had in a single day?
Riding rollercoasters with my daughter at DisneyWorld, Florida. Screaming is the best fun - ever.
What have you done that no one would guess you'd done?
I met the Brazilian footballer Ronaldo at Disneyland Paris during the French World Cup. Does that count?