Hello! I'm Vanessa F. Silva
I'm a sports and contemporary romance novel author, currently working on my debut F1-themed romance trilogy, "Backmarker Love."
Book 1 arrives on August 4, 2025!
Work in Progress
I'm currently writing "Racing for Redemption", book #1 in the F1-themed romance trilogy, Backmarker Love.This is my debut book and will be published in August 4, 2025.
Travel around the world
I've traveled the world and for my books I bring some of those experiences, from discovering the beauty of Japan to Macao, Hong Kong, Portugal, UK, Italy and many more locations, there's no shortage of fun and refreshing settings for the stories I create.I hope some of my descriptions make you want to visit those locations!
Realistic stories
I love fiction as much as the next person, but I also love stories that could really happen in real life. Stories I'd want to live. Stories I'd want people to relate to.
Backmarker Love Trilogy
Racing for Redemption (Book #1)
Release date: August 4, 2025
Cover art design by: The Red Fox Creative
Blurb:
Colton Racing was once the crown jewel of Formula 1, a team that defined an era of dominance. But those glory days are long gone. Now a struggling backmarker on the grid, the once-great team faces ridicule, failure, and a legacy slipping through its fingers.Enter Violet Colton, a successful businesswoman tasked with reviving her late father’s faltering empire against impossible odds.Desperate for a spark to reignite the team, Violet takes a chance on William Foster, a fiercely talented but overlooked driver who set himself the goal of charming everyone on that team and getting a seat. Cast aside by top teams after being screwed over in his F2 season for the third season in a row, William’s frustration burns hotter than his ambition. He's reckless, hot-headed, and prone to disputes, making him damaged goods.As the season progresses, the initial annoyance between Violet and William gives way to mutual respect—and perhaps, something deeper. Together, they’ll face cutthroat rivalries, high-stakes races, and the relentless pressure of the F1 world.Can Violet and William defy the odds to take Colton Racing one step closer to its former glory? And in the heat of competition, will they risk it all for an attraction that’s as thrilling as the race itself?
Strong, Independent FMCs
Nothing more exciting than seeing a FMC climb the ladder professionally and accomplish what they want. FMCs that know what they want even if they are clumsy about it, a bit sarcastic, or too professional to notice love around them.All the FMCs I write are strong, fun, and relatable, and I hope you will love to read their stories and follow their journeys.
MMCs with a heart and passion that inspire and make you root for them
They are on a mission. To fight against the odds, to find themselves, to find love, to be successful in their professional life.And they will not stop until they get it. These MMCs are ready to show everyone - and their FMCs - that they deserve a chance, no matter how weird or unpredictable the situations may be.All the MMCs have a wonderful storyline for you to discover, root for - sometimes get a bit mad at - and love.
Violet Colton | Backmarker Love trilogy
Colton Racing's CEO, team owner and team principal + main female character in the Backmarker Love series. (Yes, this woman does it all. How? Check this trilogy, book #1 - Racing for Redemption - is available for pre-order).Facts about her:
- Virgo
- Grumpy
- Has banter
- Mother was Egyptian, Father was British
- 32 years old (at the time of Book #1 in the trilogy, 34 in book #3)
- Lives in downtown London
- Father was the founder of Colton Racing
- She used to be a COO for a tire company
- Drives a Porsche Taycan Turbo
- Used to drive go-karts as a kid
- On a mission to protect Colton Racing's legacy and turn the team back to winning ways.
William Foster | Backmarker Love trilogy
Colton Racing's newest number one driver and main male character in the Backmarker Love series.Facts about him:
- Aries
- Golden retriever personality
- Sarcastic
- 24 years old (at the time of Book #1 in the trilogy, 26 in book #3)
- Lives in the countryside in the UK
- Mother is from the UK, Father is from the USA; as such, he lived between both countries as a child
- He's a metalhead and drives around in his free time to live houses to unwind
- Has over 50 tattoos (arms and neck combined)
- Drives a Volkswagen Golf GTI
- Has a small go-karting track in his house
- "Touch her and I'll throttle you."
- On a mission to prove everyone wrong
- He yearns and yearns