A Canadian of British origin, Philip Raworth is an Emeritus Professor of Law, the editor of a number of international legal publications, and the author of several books on international commercial law as well as two novels. A polyglot who speaks a number of European languages, he has taught at universities in England, Austria, Canada, Mexico and Chile. He also worked for a time as a lawyer in Brussels. However, his main claim to fame is as a bon vivant who has a taste for good food and fine wines.

He quit the university scene at the turn of the century and went to live in Provence, where he spent many happy years with his beautiful French wife among the vineyards and glorious colors of Provence and the irresistible charm of the Mediterranean. During this time, he continued his work as an international commercial lawyer and started his new career as a novelist.

In 2014, his wife was diagnosed with an incurable condition, and the couple returned to Canada to be near their children. Marie-Gabrielle died on December 2, 2021, her beauty untainted by the ravages of her illness.