Jacquie D'Alessandro grew up on Long Island and fell in love with romance at an early age. She dreamed of being swept away by a dashing rogue riding a spirited stallion. When her hero finally showed up, he was dressed in jeans and driving a Volkswagen, but she recognized him anyway. They married after they both graduated from Hofstra University and are now living their happily-ever-after in Atlanta, Georgia. She is the author of numerous romance books, including The Bride Thief, The Magic Touch, and Not Quite a Gentleman.