- Since the release of her first book, a Silhouette Romance novel in 1981, Nora Roberts has become a publishing phenomenon whose name has become synonymous with romance.- With over 250 million copies of her books in print worldwide and over 100 bestsellers on the distinguished New York Times list, she has garnered a large and loyal audience that will not want to miss GABRIEL'S ANGEL.- The Gift (SIL, 10/04) was released in time for Christmas 2004 and appeared for 13 weeks on the New York Times bestseller and extended bestseller lists.- Gabriel's Angel is a special release in conjunction with the Christmas season and will appeal to Nora's loyal fans everywhere.