Bill Fitzgerald, a prominent American television news correspondent, meets Vanessa Stewart, a talented young glass artist, during a trip to Venice. Despite their existing personal commitments and the geographic distance between their lives in New York and London, they begin a clandestine relationship. The narrative follows their periodic, carefully orchestrated meetings in various international cities over several years. Their bond deepens through shared secrets and private encounters, until an unexpected tragedy forces them to confront the reality of their hidden double lives.
Readers who enjoy contemporary romance and dramas centered on international travel typically choose this book. It appeals to those interested in the logistical and emotional complexities of maintaining a long-distance relationship under the pressure of professional fame. The story provides a detailed look at the tension between public duty and private longing. Readers finish the book with a perspective on how brief, intense moments of connection can define a person’s life even when sustained in total secrecy from the rest of the world.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- ISBN
- 9780060186500
- Language
- EN
