Sylvie Kurtz - Backlist

	*Honor* of a Hunter The Seekers, Book 6 Harlequin Intrigue November 2007 ISBN 978-0-373-69295-8
For the girl who has everything He's the one thing she can't buy Noah Kingsley is the best agent available to solve the problem, but he isn't for sale. Not even to heiress Faith Byrne, who's used to getting her way. But when a stalker's obsession grows dangerous, Noah answers the call of duty—and once this Seeker takes on a job, he doesn't follow the rules . Soon the stakes raise to uncontrollable heights, and Noah is caught in a game where anything and everything is fair play. "Kurtz weaves a terrifying story that escalates to a dramatic—and surprising—climax." — Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine Read an Excerpt Read bonus article on Stalking! Noah’s Orzo-Rice Pilaf Recipe

	*Spirit of a Hunter* The Seekers, Book 5 Harlequin Intrigue July 2007 ISBN 0-373-69271-4
A LOST BOY CAUGHT IN THE COLD. A MOTHER WITH NOWHERE TO TURN. A SOLDIER WITH NOWHERE TO GO. When Nora Camden’s son is kidnapped, Sabriel Mercer is the one person she can depend on. Rescuing Scotty Camden renews Sabriel's purpose, and leads him deep into the White Mountains of New Hampshire where, long ago, he'd become a man. The tyrannical Colonel will do anything for sole custody of his heir, and the mercenaries he's dispatched to track Nora and Sabriel before they find Scotty are even more dangerous than the unforgiving terrain. Sabriel will have to put his Rangers skills to the test if mother and son are to be reunited, but can even that put his restless soul at ease? Read an Excerpt Sabriel's Energy Bar Recipe
	Pull of the Moon Harlequin Intrigue December 2006 ISBN 0-373-22960-7
Powerful... And the only man with the power to satisfy one woman's questions... and every desire. The Meadows heiress was kidnapped 25 years ago. Vanished by moonlight. And CEO Nicolas Galloway was the last to see her. So when TV segment producer Valerie Zea arrived at Moongate mansion to dig up new dirt, Nick was there to watch her every move. His smoldering eyes didn't miss much--especially her uncanny resemblance to the missing girl... Now someone was stopping at nothing to ensure the real story remained buried--and that meant ending Valerie's probing questions. But the biggest question of all was the tall, dark and mysterious Mr. Galloway. Could Valerie get him to open up before the opportunity to expose the truth disappeared? “Pull of the Moon is a great missing-person story.” — Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine Read an Excerpt and Article on Unmasking Scams Get the recipe for Valerie's Favorite Birthday Cake

	*Detour* Silhouette Bombshell August 2006 ISBN 0-373-51418-2
P.I. SIERRA MARTINDALE COULD HAVE BEEN THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS. BUT LIFE THREW HER ONE HELL OF A CURVE. Her fearless pursuit of the truth made P.I. Sierra Martindale unstoppable--right up to the day she collapsed in the midst of a case. After a lifesaving transplant, Sierra found herself with another woman's heart beating in her chest--and an eerie presence telling Sierra her donor's death was no accident. She owed it to this stranger to solve the dark mystery of what had happened to her. Even if it led Sierra into greater danger than she had ever known--and into the arms of the haunted stranger who had loved her donor, and lost her. Read an excerpt "The mystery is exceptionally well done." — CK2S Kwips & Kritiques "With its interesting premise and realistic characters, Detour is a keeper." — Jennifer Bishop, Romance Reviews Today Get the recipes for: Tex-Mex Tuna Fajitas Lorraine's One Bowl Brownies Order a copy from Author, Author! and get a bookplate signed by Sylvie with the book!

	*Ms. Longshot* THE IT GIRLS Silhouette Bombshell #70 December 2005 ISBN 0-373-51384-4
THE IT GIRLS They’re rich, fabulous…and dangerously underestimated. IT GIRL: Alexa Cheltingham MISSION: Riches-to-rags undercover—pose as a grubby groom to stop a high-stakes horse killer, and protect the Mayor of New York’s show-jumping daughter. A Cheltingham shoveling horse manure—what would Mother think? That was my first reaction when the Gotham Rose spy ring handed me this assignment. But the country’s top show horses are dying in a rash of drug overdoses and suspicious fires, and the Roses trust me to catch the killer. And I’m not going to let some old leg injury stand in my way, not by a longshot. So now it’s mucking stables one day; attending a charity ball the next. Speaking of the ball, I’d love to have charmer Ross Hardel for my date…too bad he’s my prime suspect. *Ms. Longshot* (along with the five other Silhouette Bombshell It Girls books) has been optioned by Twin Star Entertainment for a possible TV movie! "Dick Francis fans will enjoy this deep look at show jumping that serves as the anchor to the investigative romantic suspense thriller [and] take this fine tale to the pari-mutuel window." — Harriet Klausner, The Best Reviews.com "Bombshell readers will like this unusual but well-written novel." — Jeri Neal Get the recipe for Alexa's favorite scones Read an Excerpt and Deleted Scene Reader's Guide

	*Pride of a Hunter* by Sylvie Kurtz The Seekers, Book 4 Harlequin Intrigue #872 September 2005 ISBN: 0-373-22872-4
Since her husband's tragic death, sniper turned soccer mom Lucinda Taylor has worked hard to make a quiet, small-town life for herself and her son. Then Dominic Skyralov knocks on her door and her secret past catches up with her. And all that stands between death and the people she loves most is one bullet. "Watching Sylvie Kurtz's battle-scarred couple journey from best friends to lovers makes for an absorbing romance. Great sexual tension adds spice, and a clever con game adds suspense." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine Get the recipe for Luci's Country Apple Tart Read an Excerpt Reader's Guide

	*Eye of a Hunter* The Seekers, Book 3 Harlequin Intrigue #866 August 2005 ISBN 0-373-22866-X
Protecting her was his job... In the click of a shutter, heiress Abrielle Holbrook's life changed forever when she captured her father's murder on film. But trying to stay alive long enough to testify against his ruthless partner brought her face-to-face with the past. Loving her was his life's mission... Gray Reed—Abbie's childhood pal from Echo Falls—looked as brave and as handsome as she remembered. Now, with an assassin licking at their heels, dodging bullets almost seemed safer than facing the feelings stirred up by seeing each other again. The Seekers — These men are dedicated to truth, justice and protecting the women they love. "A well-developed plot and a highly emotional story." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine Get the recipe for Liv's Orange-Date Muffins Read an Excerpt Reader's Guide

	PERSONAL ENEMY Silhouette Bombshell #29 February 2005 ISBN 0-373-51343-7
Witnessing her parents' murder when she was six imbued Adria Caskey with a deep sense of insecurity. To help rebuild her confidence, her grandfather taught her his secret art of self-defense and molded her into an elite executive protector. On his deathbed, her grandfather wrought a promise of revenge from Adria. She is to crumble the empire Peter Dragon built with her parents' blood money. But to keep her promise, Adria will first have to protect her personal enemy from an unseen threat. "The story is fast-paced starring realistic characters, especially Adria and Peter. Romantic thriller readers will appreciate this tense tale." — Harriet Klausner, The Best Reviews.com "Personal Enemy is an excellent read from beginning to end." — Marilyn Heyman, Romance Reviews Today Get the recipe for Peter's Potato-Broccoli Frittata Read an Excerpt

	A ROSE AT MIDNIGHT Eclipse Harlequin Intrigue #822 January 2005 ISBN 0-373-22822-8
Wanting to discover her roots, Christiane Lawrence travels three thousand miles with her daughter to her mother's childhood home in Quebec City. There she expects to heal the wounds of sorrow. Instead she finds herself caught in a tug-of-war between Daniel Moreau, the lover she thought was dead, and a madman's obsession. Can Christi and Daniel trust their hearts in time to save their souls? "Sylvie Kurtz skillfully manipulates the elements of the gothic genre to deliver an appealing mix of rocky romance, dark deeds and chilling surprises." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine Get the recipe for Francine's Almond Coffeecake Read an Excerpt

	MASK OF A HUNTER The Seekers, Book 2 Harlequin Intrigue #773 May 2004 ISBN 0-373-22773-6
THE MAN BEHIND THE MASK . . . Haunted by the demons of his past, hardened Seeker Ace Esteleone was the man least likely to mix business with pleasure. But the reckless behavior of the book-smart beauty he’d sworn to protect was threatening to ruin his investigation, and pretending to be her lover was the only way to keep them both safe. Desperate to find her missing sister, Aurora Cates hadn’t counted on being dragged into the arms of the dark, unpredictable hunter. The passionate kisses meant for show soon shook them to the core—and led Ace to tell her his deepest secret. But when his cover was blown, Aurora was put right in the line of fire . . . . THE SEEKERS: These men are dedicated to truth, justice...and protecting the women they love. "Street-smarts and book-smarts collide and the sparks that fly ignite incredible passion between the main characters. The action pulled the story along seamlessly and provided just the right amount of suspense. Mask of a Hunter is a great read for any Intrigue fan." — Nicole Hulst, CataRomance Reviews Get the recipe for Felicia's Monster Cookies Read an Excerpt

	HEART OF A HUNTER The Seekers, Book 1 Harlequin Intrigue #767 April 2004 ISBN 0-373-22767-1
THE HUNTER BECOMES PREY . . . U.S. Marshal Sebastian Falconer was a workaholic, dedicated to catching dangerous fugitives. But when his wife became the victim of a vengeful escaped felon who has vowed to destroy Sebastian, he knew he could no longer protect his beloved Olivia from the dark side of his job. Olivia's amnesia made her wary of the raven-haired man who called himself her husband. Was she attracted to the handsome stranger because of a need for security or a true calling of her heart? She joined in the search for her attacker, proving she wasn't as fragile as Sebastian had once thought. But could he let go of his need for control before danger struck again? THE SEEKERS: These men are dedicated to truth, justice...and protecting the women they love. "This kick-butt action adventure romantic suspense had me devouring each and every page. I was obsessed to know how this book would end and boy this book did not disappoint in the least." — Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews Get the recipe for Olivia's Chocolate Orange Snack Cake Read an Excerpt

	UNDER LOCK AND KEY Harlequin Intrigue® #712 ISBN: 0-373-22712-4 May 2003
SHACKLED HEART... On a stormy Texas night, Tyler Blackwell awoke from a car crash to find himself in a castle dungeon, bound under lock and key by an ephemeral jailer with haunting eyes and skin that begged for a man's touch. Mysterious Melissa Carnes—the woman Tyler was sent undercover to defend from a deadly enemy intent on destroying her life—was more tempting to Tyler than any assignment. But could Tyler penetrate the cold stone wall Melissa had built around her heart before the past emerged like a grim reaper to sentence them both to life terms...? "Under Lock and Key has all the elements of a thrilling, classic romantic suspense—a dark castle, an incredible hero, a heroine whose courage is tested, tension and a twist ending." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine Get the recipe for Grace's Chocolate Chunk Pecan Brownies Read an Excerpt

	RED THUNDER RECKONING "Flesh & Blood, Book 2" Harlequin Intrigue #657 April 2002 ISBN 0-373-24657-8
*By the banks of the Red Thunder River, blood runs thicker than water.* Every man has his day of reckoning... With a new face and a new life, Kevin Ransom vowed never to return to the small Texas town where an impulse of anger had destroyed him body and soul. But he never dreamed his actions that day on the Red Thunder River had led a madman to keep the woman he loved in a drugged state, trapped as a prisoner in her own body. Kevin had caused Ellen Paxton enough pain, but for her sake he had to go back to make things right, especially when he found out that she and her horse rescue ranch were in grave danger. He would keep his identity hidden.... But could he hide the love still in his heart? "An imperfect hero, a heroine on the mend, and a uniquely frightening plot twist make Sylvie Kurtz's Intrigue first rate." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine, Top Pick, 4 ½ stars Get the recipe for Ellen's Easy Spaghetti Sauce Read an Excerpt

*2002 Romantic Times* Nominee for Best Harlequin Intrigue**	REMEMBERING RED THUNDER "Flesh & Blood, Book 1" Harlequin Intrigue #653 March 2002 ISBN 0-373-22653-5
*By the banks of the Red Thunder River,* blood runs thicker than water. Married to a stranger One steamy afternoon when the setting sun bled the raging Red Thunder River red, Texas sheriff Chance Conover forgot who he was. A trauma from fifteen years ago resurfaced in his mind, creating muddy images of murder that stirred whirlpools of horror. Worst of all, Chance couldn't remember the beautiful woman who claimed to be his wife. Traveling back up the river to confront his past and the danger that surely awaited him was the only way this lawman knew to protect the woman who loved him. But would Taryn's kisses help him remember the life he'd lost in time to save the one he'd found? "From the opening prologue to the last page, Sylvie Kurtz's Remembering Red Thunder grabs reader attention with a mystery that slowly unravels." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine, Top Pick, 4 ½ stars Get the recipe for Taryn's Angel Biscuits Read an Excerpt

2001 National Readers Choice Finalist!	A LITTLE CHRISTMAS MAGIC Silhouette Special Edition #1438 December 2001 ISBN 0-373-24438-X
DO NOT DISTURB! Logan Ward needed solitude, not the holiday cheer of a petite blond angel and her too-cute son. But soon he was listening fo Beth Lannigen's knock at his door. Around mother and child, Logan felt like the hero he'd once been called—and that was dangerous for a man whose heart was slowly coming out of hiding.... "In a Frank Capra-esque fashion, Sylvie Kurtz gifts readers with a wonderful holiday story filled with faith, hope, forgiveness and tons of love." — Romantic Times BOOKClub Magazine, Top Pick, 4 ½ stars "Ms. Kurtz's story is filled with pure magic and by the end of the book, I was under the spell of her wonderful writing." —The Word on Romance Get the recipe for Beth's Shepherd's Pie Beth's Russian Teacakes Read an Excerpt

	ALYSSA AGAIN Harlequin Intrigue #600 January 2000 ISBN 0-373-22600-4
She'd assumed her twin's identity, faked an engagement to a man she hardly knew. But only by becoming Alyssa could Brooke Snowden view life through her long-lost sister's eyes...to find the person who wanted Alyssa dead. The deception, she knew, was fraught with risk, but Brooke hadn't anticipated her dangerous attraction to the one man forbidden to her... It was Jack Chessman's duty as a cop to protect Brooke, and his debt of honor to her twin. But while his regard for Alyssa had never gone beyond brotherly affection, his feelings for pretend fiancée Brooke were of the forever kind. But first, he had to keep her alive.... "Alyssa Again is an unexpected gem. Seldom does the genre romance mix so successfully with intrigue to weave a tale that will hold one's attention captivated by both romance and danger." — wordweaving.com "Alyssa Again is a quick-paced, mesmerizing story." —The Romance Readers Connection Get the recipe for Chocolate Covered Strawberries Read an Excerpt

	BLACKMAILED BRIDE Harlequin Intrigue July 2000 ISBN 0-373-22575-X
In a dark and isolated mansion, he made her an outrageous offer... Dr. Jonas Shades needed someone to play his wife in order to secure the funds required for his critical research. Cathlynn O'Connell was the perfect candidate. Except with time running short, he had no choice but to blackmail his bride... Each day spent in Jonas's fortress of a home brought Cathlynn one step deeper into the dangerous mystery surrounding his life. And each minute spent in his passionate embrace brought her one step closer to losing control. Her life was on the line, but what Cathlynn really feared was losing her heart...to the husband she hardly knew. "Sylvie Kurtz has once again penned a first-rate thriller. Expert plotting, twists and turns, and even a few red herrings along the way keeps the reader guessing up to the final pages." — Romance Communications "The author weaves romance, suspense and intrigue into this sensational story. Blackmailed Bride is a compelling story that pulls you into the lives of the characters." — Rendezvous Get the recipe for Valentin's Pizza

Nominated for Best First Category Romance by Romantic Times Booksellers' Best Award Finalist	ONE TEXAS NIGHT Harlequin Intrigue August 1999 ISBN 0-373-22527-X
A storm of memories... In the midst of a Texas thunder storm, Melinda Amery witnesses her neighbor's murder and relives a painful past. She wakes up in a jail cell, her memory fractured, facing Lt. Grady Sloan's piercing gaze and probing questions. She won't take a trip down memory lane—not for anyone. She's worked too hard to earn her quiet life. All she wants is the peace of her garden and the routine of her catalog business. But there's nowhere to hide from the determined lieutenant or the threat hovering just out of reach. Not when someone wants to keep Melinda's past in the dark. An awakening of the heart... Grady can't afford to make another mistake, not if he wants to get the promotion to Fargate's chief of police. With the town council breathing down his nect for an arrest before the tourists flock to the Fall Festival, he must force Melinda to remember what she needs to forget. And in her garden, where she buries all her fears, he discovers how love can bloom. "The author mixes romance and suspense with perfect aplomb in a well-crafted tale." — Library Journal "Readers will be hooked from the first paragraph.... One Texas Night is a can't-put-it-down book." — Rendezvous "It holds you captive...making the story a winner." — Romance Reviews "Five stars . High caliber writing talent." — Heartland Critiques Get the recipe for Grady's Coconut Cake

	SILVER SHADOWS Leisure LoveSpell May 1997 ISBN 0-505-52202-0
One Woman— Dreams gone awry blur the present with a past not her own and send Kyra Kirtland in search of balance in Park City, Utah—her birthplace. Only one man seems to keep her grounded, and he broke her heart when he left her at the altar seven years ago. One Man— Retired from service to his country, Mac McKane is pressed into action again to prevent the deaths of hundreds of people living on a mountain in danger of crumbling. Only one woman stands in his way, and his love for her makes him vulnerable enough to jeopardize his mission. One Mountain— Greed for Eaton Peak's silver riches turned a man into an evil shadow bent on revenge—a silver shadow that now haunts its core. Only one woman and one man can save it. But with so many secrets shadowing the truth, do they stand a ghost of a chance of learning to work together and trust in their love once more? "Excellent! Spine tingling suspense keeps you riveted to this paranormal contemporary." 4-1/2 Bells!! — Bell, Book and Candle "The plotting has so many unexpected facets it keeps the tale propelling forward. This author is a genius at plotting and knows how to keep her readers riding the high planes of excitement. Another must on my keeper shelf." — Mary Thompson, Rendezvous "Silver Shadows presents all the elements that readers of romantic suspense desire: suspense, romance, a brooding hero, a forceful heroine, and a figure of unbearable evil to be destroyed." — Melinda Huges, Gothic Journal "Silver Shadows is an excellent supernatural romance that grips readers from the very first page to the last sentence of the book. Sylvie Kurtz brings a freshness that will please fans of the sub-genre." — Harriet Klausner, Affaire de Coeur Get the recipe for Mac's Baked Ravioli Casserole

A 1995 Golden Heart Finalist	BROKEN WINGS Leisure LoveSpell November 1996 ISBN 0-505-52149-0
*One Love. Two Dreams. Fifty years separating them.* One last chance, that's all Colin Castle has to prove to his father he isn't a total failure. But something goes wrong on what should have been a routine check flight in his replica of a classic airplane, and the rugged pilot finds himself contending with a slip in time—and a beautiful woman from yesterday who threatens to forever haunt him. One last hope, that's all Liesl Erhardt has to make good on a promise to fulfill her murdered fiancé's dream. And the mysterious Colin with his flying skills is an answer to her prayers. But this man from the future also brings memories that disturb her days and torment her nights. Caught between past loyalty and a love without a future, Liesl must decide if a dream in the present is worth the price of another broken heart. "A wonderful read. Sylvie Kurtz takes you back in time and makes you believe in the power of love!" Victoria Chancellor, bestselling author of Miracle of Love "Broken Wings is author Sylvie Kurtz's moving and vivid time-travel tale that explores the tantalizing possibility of rectifying past mistakes." — Jill M. Smith, Romantic Times "Broken Wings flew into my heart. I was spellbound by this refreshingly different time travel.... You'll be suspended and spinning toward the finish before you realize the flight is over. A combination of excitement and intrigue keeps the audience breathless with emotion." — Mary Thompson, Rendezvous Get the recipe for Oma's Country Hearth Bread