Lucy Gordon
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Description
Christine Sparks was born in England. She wanted to be a writer all her life, and began by working on a British women's magazine. As a features writer, she gained a wide variety of experience. She interviewed some of the world's most attractive and interesting men, including Warren Beatty, Richard Chamberlain, Charlton Heston, Sir Roger Moore, Sir Alec Guiness. Single life was so enjoyable that Christine put marriage, and even romance, on the back burner, while she went about the world having a great time. Then, while on vacation in Venice, she met Mr. Fiorotto, a tall, dark handsome Venetian artist, who changed all her ideas in a moment, and proposed on the second day. Three months later they were married. Her friends said a whirlwind romance would never last, but they celebrated their 25 anniversary, they are still married, still happy and in love. After 13 years on the magazine Christine decided that it was now or never if she was ever going to write that novel. So she wrote "Legacy of Fire" which became a Silhouette Special Edition, followed by another, "Enchantment in Venice", published in 1984 as Lucy Gordon. Then she did something crazy gave up her job. Since then she has concentrated entirely on writing romances for Mills & Boon, Harlequin and Silhouette and has written over 75 books. Her settings have been European and her heroes mainly English or Italian. Christine now claims to be an expert on one particular subject. Italian men are the most romantic in the world. They are also the best cooks. A few years ago Christine and her husband returned to Venice and lived there for a couple of years. This proved the perfect base for exploring the rest of Italy, and she has given many of her books Italian settings: Venice (of course), Rome, Florence, Milan, Sicily, Tuscany. She has also used the Rhine in Germany for "Song of the Lorelei", for which she won her first RITA Award, in 1991. Her second RITA came in 1998, with "His Brother's Child", set in Rome. Eventually Christine and her husband returned to England, where they now live. She write and he paints, they have no children, but have a cat and a dog.
Books
Once upon a time
A collection of original fairy tales by ten science fiction and fantasy writers, including Isaac Asimov, Lester del Rey, and Anne McCaffrey.
The Sicilian
FIRE FLOWER The instant cool, calm Melanie Carlyle saw raven-haired Vittorio Farnese she knew she'd never be the same. She had come to sun-drenched Sicily to claim her inheritance -- Terrafiore. But Vittorio said the land was his, and when he took Melanie in his arms, she was consumed by a fiery desire that made her willing to give in to his scorching kisses -- and relinquish her rights. Vittorio's passion for Terrafiore was fierce, but his yearning for Melanie was just as strong. She had ignited a fever in his blood that was too explosive to deny -- yet impossible to accept. honor demanded that he let her go, but how could he, now that he'd tasted her sweet passion?
Taming Jason
Elinor knew it would be difficult to stay professional while nursing Jason Tenby back to health: he was used to calling the shots. Also, she couldn't forget the time when Jason had kissed her passionately...She'd never forgiven Jason for the trouble that had caused. But now Jason was injured and temporarily blind. For his sake, she must keep her identity a secret. However, as she healed him, she fell for him. All too soon he would be able to see her again -- the woman he'd once considered unsuitable for marriage!
Seduced By Innocence
Seduced by Innocence Terri Wainwright's ice-princess facade hid a depth of passion that no man had ever touched—but that Maurizio Vanzani could set afire with a look from his intense eyes. Still, Terri had no time to get involved with any man. She had come to Venice to find her missing brother—and to meet her long-lost mother. But Maurizio wouldn't be ignored, and soon Terri found herself caring for the enigmatic stranger who seemed caught up in his dark quest for revenge. But what part did Terri play in his scheme and would the price she paid be her heart?
Her Italian Boss's Agenda
Love isn't on her agenda... Olympia Lincoln is so relieved when her new assistant shows up, she sets him to work immediately. What she doesn't realize is that he is none other than Primo Rinucci, her new Italian boss! But he has other ideas! Primo can't resist playing along with the harmless deception. After all, this way he can get really close to the beautiful and attractive Olympia. But Olympia has been betrayed before, so when she discovers the truth will she ever be able to trust him again?
On His Honor (Man of the World, Book 2)
MR. ITALY Name. Carlo Valetti Address: Rome's ancient Appian Way Occupation: CEO of an internationally renowned race-car manufacturer. Reason for living. The little daughter who'd warmed his cynical heart. Along with his father's name and fortune, Carlo Valetti had inherited a far more powerful legacy: the family honor. His fierce sense of duty was all that had bound him to the greedy, frivolous woman he'd married on a youthful impulse. Now widowed, Carlo cared only about his work and his child. But his custody rights were unexpectedly challenged by his late wife's cousin, Serena Fletcher. His instinct was to trust her, but could he forget the bitter price he'd once paid for listening to his heart? MAN OF THE WORLD
Italian tycoon, secret son
Stranded after an avalanche, Mandy Jenkins and Renzo Ruffini awaited rescue and found comfort in each other’s arms. A year on, Mandy still longs for the carefree Italian she fell in love with but believed was lost for ever – until now! Discovering that Renzo has survived, Mandy goes to him – for he has her heart and she has his son! But Renzo has lost his memory… How will he react when he finds out he is the father of Mandy’s baby – will he claim his English bride and his son?
Rico'S Secret Child
An Italian man... Julie Hallam is in Rome to work-but she's shocked to discover the identity of her new boss. Surely Rico Forza has brought her here for other reasons--perhaps to make her pay for the past... Eight years ago they'd been deliriously happy together, until the day that he'd found her gone. Julie has kept her reason for leaving a secret. But despite Rico's intention to have revenge, their mutual attraction is as strong as ever. Slowly Julie realizes that, underneath, Rico is as tenderhearted as he was before. Is now the time to introduce him to his son?
Wife and mother forever
Can Evie be the one woman to help Justin face his demons? Can she help him find the family he never knew and, most importantly, show him how to love and trust again?
For His Little Girl
BACHELORHOOD LOST Once, years ago, Pippa Davis and Luke Danton had been everything to each other. Then fate had led Luke one way... and Pippa and their unborn child the other. Now she had to find her way back to Luke. For her daughter's sake, of course... FATHERHOOD FOUND Despite the lost years, Luke had never been able to forget the woman who'd meant the world to him. Suddenly she was on his doorstep -- with a little girl in tow. His little girl! And suddenly, once more, everything he'd ever wanted was within his grasp. Or was it?
The final Falcon says I do
When Freya Falcon is jilted on her wedding day, the notoriously stubborn and brooding Jackson Falcon discovers a protective side brought out by this newly vulnerable woman. Freya is surprised by Jackson's behaviour. They've spent so long denying any romantic interest in each other that she hasn't seen how kind, thoughtful and downright gorgeous the man really is! But her heart is raw, and despite his charms, she can't quite trust him. It's up to the final Falcon brother to prove to Freya that he has indeed been Mr. Right all along.
Bride by Choice
Gorgeous Sicilian Lorenzo Martelli had proposed to Helen in front of his whole family! How could she say anything other than...yes? Now the Big Day was getting alarmingly close -- and the bride-to-be was getting cold feet! The groom, however, was as hot-blooded as ever. He wanted Helen, and Lorenzo always got what he wanted. But would he have to wait until she was ready to be his bride -- by choice...?
Happy Christmas
Late on Christmas Eve Peter, Benjamin and Lilly set off on a slip-slidey Christmas adventure!
The Monte Carlo Proposal
Meet sassy, brave and beautiful Della Martin:"Why on earth did I agree to this crazy plan?! This multimillionaire Jack Bullen had a proposal for me—to pose as his girlfriend so he could avoid an unwanted marriage. I said yes—it was a whole lot better than going back to being a waitress. It sounded like fun—a free holiday in Monte Carlo—who'd say no?" But Jack is gorgeous! Like Pierce Brosnan. It's really hard doing all this kissing and flirting when it's all 'pretend.' I want it to be for real! And you know—I'm beginning to think he likes me, too...."