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Incognito (Arabesque)
Published in Paperback by B E T Books (1999)
Author: Francis Ray
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Risk Your Life, Your Heart.....For Love
First of all let me compliment Francis on a job well done. This book was a masterpiece. The storyline has shown that true love between two stubborn minded persons can develop into a beautiful, fun-filled relationship. Jake, better known as Hunter was willing to not let his feelings or his anatomy *wink* get in the way of his work. He was determined to solve the case without falling victim to the strong attraction between himself and Erin. Erin, determined not to let her pride be destroyed by Hunter's touch soon realised that it was no use hiding from the affectionate feelings towards Hunter growing inside of her heart. I also love the way the story ended, what Hunter was avoiding was exactly what happened...i.e the woman who cared for him was willing to risk her life to save his. I'm also glad that Hunter was able to react quick with Scanlon. Great story and i can't wait to watch in on film.

Very Interesting, from the beginning to the end.
I am presently a member of the arabesque book club, I have several books written by Francis Ray, I loved them all. Unfortunately, I have not had the opportunity to read Incognito, but I did get to see the Movie version on BET, and I enjoyed it just as much...Please continue to bring to life more of the wonderful arabesque love stories to your readers. "Keep up the good work". And please "Continue" writing those wonderful Novels.

E C T A S S S S S S S S S Y!!
WE ALL HAVE OUR DIFFERENT WAYS OF ATTAINING/ GETTING THERE, BUT MS. RAY HAS DEMONSTRATED A WAY IN WHICH YOU CAN REACH THE MOUNTAIN TOPS OF JOY BY JUST PICKING UP ANY BOOK SHE HAS WRITTEN.

WHEN YOU READ ABOUT HUNTER AND ERIN'S STORY OF LOVE YOU WILL EXPERIENCE THAT WORD CALLED ECTASY.

I'LL ADMIT THAT WHEN I FIRST STARTED THIS BOOK, I GOT ANGRY AT THE WAY HE CHOSE TO SHOW HIS ATTRACTION TO HER. I SAID THIS "_____" HAS GOT TO BE CRAZY.

THIS LOVE STORY IS ONE FOR THE "ARCHIVES OF LOVE." MS RAY SURE KNOWS HOW TO KEEP YOU BUYING HER BOOKS. HER LOVE SCENCES ARE INCREDIBLE AND SHE DOESN'T SPARE THE ASSAULT ON YOUR EMOTIONS. SHE IS A DIVA OF SUSPENSE/ROMANCE WRITING. HURRY HURRY PICK THIS ONE UP AND ASCEND TO THE MOUNTAIN OF E C T A S S S S S S Y!! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!


The Bargain: Denise Little Presents
Published in Paperback by Pinnacle Books (1995)
Author: Francis Ray
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I Would Not Mind Making A Bargain With A Modern Day Thorne!
I really, really, really absolutely loved this book. It has to be up there with the best ever written, of course I am bias because Ms Ray is a favorite of mine. Alex and Thorne have a love that was truly made in heaven. I loved Alex's character, she was the extremely independent type, Thorne had no choice but to fall in love with her. Of course, back in that time women were seen and not heard. That did not apply to Alexandria Carstairs, Thorne did have a time with her but some people don't change. Well I do not what to ruin the story for you. Please, please, please try and find a copy of this book, you will not be disappointed! ... This is a must read book! Much, much, much love to Ms Ray!

Another "Two Thunbs Up" for Francis Ray. Very entertaining.
Ms. Ray first captured my attention with her arabesque novel Forever Yours. Since then, I have read everything that I could get my hands on that Ms. Ray has published. The Bargain, unlike any of her previous works offers readers a beautiful historical love story complete with intrigue and suspense. A must read! And I promise you won't be disappointed.


Spirit of the Season (Arabesque Romances)
Published in Paperback by Pinnacle Books (1994)
Authors: Donna Hill, Francis Ray, Margie Walker, and Monica Harris
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I Love it!
Ray is a real work of art, meaning the girl sure does know how to write! Love Sarah and Blake's story. Sarah really goes after what she wants. You go girl, and much love to you Ray!

Hill is also truly blessed! Loved Jewel and Taj's story. I really get into the age issue stories. I think it is very interesting some authors play out the "age issue," in some books, but this one was nicely done. Much love Hill!

Ms Walkers's Harvest the Fruits can not be forgotten. Nice work!

A STUNNING MASTERPEICE
ONCE AGAIN MS. HILL CAPTURES HER READERS AND TAKES TO THEM TO THAT PLACE THATS JUST BEYOND THE RAINBOW. SHE BRINGS US TO A PLACE THAT ASSURES US ITS OKAY TO PUT OUR HEART ON THE LINE.


The Changing & Unchanging Face of U.S. Civil Society
Published in Hardcover by Transaction Pub (2002)
Authors: Marcella Ridlen Ray and Francis Fukuyama
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The Changing and Unchanging Face of U.S. Civil Society
This thoroughly researched book is a must for all who are interested in the viability of American civil society. Ridlen Ray amasses a wealth of data to empirically test Alexis de Tocqueville's famed theories on how American democracy works. Her conclusions are at once surprising and affirming. They call into question recent research findings on the diminishing well-being of Ammerican democracy and affirm the resilience of deeply held sentiments and a shift, but not a lessening of participation, in American civil society. In the process, Ridlen Ray also provides a useful model for evaluating the development of civil societies in newly established democracies such as the independent states of the former Soviet Union.


Differential Diagnosis in Computed Tomography
Published in Hardcover by Thieme Medical Pub (15 January, 1996)
Authors: Francis A. Burgener and Martti Kormano
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Quick Reference
Excelent for a quick review with a lot of images and essential text. A "must have" in your radiology room.


Forever Yours (Arabesque)
Published in Paperback by Pinnacle Books (1994)
Author: Francis Ray
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Forever Yours
This is the most romantic love story of all times. This book was the hook line and sinker for becoming an avid romance reader. Kane Taggart and Victoria's story is hot,passionate, exciting, and never ending. Francis Ray is my favorite writer. She makes you fall in love with each of the gorgeous men in her stories.

Great book!!
This was a beautiful story. Although with Victoria it was suppose to be strictly a business deal in order to save her business, Lavender and Lace, Kane changed that. I liked the way he went about doing it. Keep them coming Francis Ray!!

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Talk about a true love story! Francis Ray does a wonderful job showing how true love cannot be ignored. Kane Taggert is a man dreams are made of. He's loving, persistent, confident, affectionate, dedicated and trusting. Victoria tried to fight her feelings, but they were just too strong. I recommend this book to anyone who want to find out just how wonderful true love could be. I look forward to reading "Heart of the Falcon." The second book in this series.


Heart of the Falcon
Published in Mass Market Paperback by B E T Books (2000)
Author: Francis Ray
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Excellent Romance Novel
"Heart of the Falcon" was the first book by Francis Ray that I had read. It was recommended to me by a co-worker. I found the story very interesting and exciting! It was refreshing to read about someone with Daniel Falcon's mixed Native American and African American heritage since there are so many of us out there with the same type of ancestry in our own families. I especially liked the side love story of Daniel's estranged parents finding their way back to each other.

This book should be made into a movie.
Reading this book has made me a Francis Ray fan. I loved reading about the Taggert family. All of them Matt & Shannon,Madelyn & Daniel, Kane & Victoria. They all should be made into movies. I love the idea of reading romances about successful people of color. I can't wait to read about the rest of the Falcon family. Luke sounds very interesting. I loved Dominque & Trent story in Break Every Rule.

"Heart of the Falcon" -- A good book!
"Heart of the Falcon" was great! Ms. Ray's continuation of the Taggart-Falcon story line gets better and better. Madelyn and Daniel were made for each other. Madelyn - a strongminded, stubborn, prideful woman - who is the perfect match for the strong willed, but oh so lovable Daniel Falcon. Daniel is the type of man that could flap his wings and ensnare a female in his claws without any repercussions.

The romance sizzles in "Heart of the Falcon." Although there are a few problems between Madelyn and Daniel, when each realizes their true feelings for the other, the sparks fly.

I have read all of Ms. Ray's books in the Taggart/Falcon series beginning with Kane and Victoria's story in "Forever Yours." I hope Ms. Ray continues with a series about Daniel's cousins, the Graysons, which are mentioned in "Until There Was You," which is Catherine and Luke's story.

"Heart of the Falcon" is a great book. Keep up the good work, Ms. Ray.


Winter Nights
Published in Hardcover by Kensington Pub Corp (1998)
Authors: Shirley Hailstock, Francis Until Christmas Ray, Donna Round Midnight Hill, and Ray Hill Hailstock
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Cold Nights, but warm hearts
Francis Ray's, "Until Christmas" is a touching novella about a young woman who not only touched the heart of the high school principal, Ethan Rawlings, but Samantha also won the hearts of Ethan's twins, Alan and Alex. Samantha, aka "Sam," was hired as a combination housekeeper, babysitter temporarily, but only until Christmas. At least, that is what Ethan told the twins and Sam, as well as himself. However, it was much too late for all of them to abide by this decision. Each was starved for the other's affections and each had become too attached to give up. The twins, not only saw Sam as their housekeeper/babysitter, but they saw her as a friend. She could play ball and was not afraid of their dog. The twins' affection went deeper still. Although they were in contact with their grandmother, they were still minus a mother figure. Sam with her winning ways, not only because she was a good cook and let them help her in the kitchen, but because it was who she was, had become special to them and they wanted her with them full time. Not only had Sam become special to them and the twins had become special to Sam, but Sam had also affected the twins' dad. Ethan's feelings for Sam were more than that of an employer, more than that of a friend. Somehow, in that short time, Sam had imbedded herself into Ethan's heart. Was he willing to allow a new love interest into his life or was he still shadowed by the deceit and experience of his ex-wife and the deceased mother of his twins. Ethan thought he had a solution to the problem when he reluctantly agreed to keep Sam, "but only until Christmas." However, love does not have a set time to go away. Therefore, until Christmas, turned out to a lifetime of love for Sam, Ethan, Alan and Alex. "Until Christmas" was the best. Way to go, Ms. Ray.

"Kwanzaa Angel" was a sweet remembrance into the past with a chance to correct the future. Erin had been hurt in the past by Raimi, who had reentered her life. Would Erin give in to her feelings that never dissolved for Raimi and become involved in a new relationship or would she revert back into the past? "Kwanzaa Angel" was about the Kwanzaa celebration, but with a twist of love for Erin and Raimi. Good story.

"'Round Midnight" was about the New Year's celebration. I loved the story of Dr. Summer Lane, the psychologist who now has a job at the radio station as a counselor on the air. Her show airs around midnight. It is at the radio station where Summer meets Tre Holland, one of the bosses. Everyone thinks Summer is a snow or ice maiden because Summer stays to herself and does not socialize with the others. However, Tre is attracted to Summer and sets out to melt the snow. Summer also has feelings for Tre and wants the ice to melt from around her heart. However, after getting together, somewhere while the ice is melting another freeze comes along and the ice around Summer's heart becomes another block of ice. Summer and Tre suffer heartship and are temporarily separated. Tre sets out to recapture Summer's love and to permanently melt the ice. He knows a new year will be approaching and is determined to be in Summer's life when the new year begins. So, he sets out around midnight to make it happen. Will Tre succeed in his endeavor? Read "'Round Midnight" and see what the New Year has in store for Summer and Tre. Great story with just the right amount of heat.

No one was cold on those "Winter Nights!"
Again my girl Ray out did herself with another great read! "Winter Nights" kept me up all night! I encourage everyone to go out and get a copy. They even have it in paperback now!

I loved it!
Winter Nights was a beautifully written book by three extremely talented authors. I really enjoyed reading the book. Ms Ray, Ms Hailstock, and Ms Hill are some of my favorite authors. They have brilliant writting styles that not just I enjoy! The novellas by the above authors are a must read. Much love to all three authors!


Fallen Angel
Published in Paperback by Odyssey Books (1992)
Author: Francis Ray
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Read this!
I think this book was excellent.The way Francis Ray sets the book up is just beautiful.If you want to read a good love story that you can relate to just pick up this book you won't be sorry.

"Fallen Angel" - Wonderful love story!
I have finally been blessed with receiving a copy of Francis Ray's out of print book, "Fallen Angel." I first read Ms. Ray's book, "The Bargain" and later Ms. Ray's books about the Taggart/Falcon saga, when I discovered she had also written "Fallen Angel." As an avid fan of Francis Ray's, it became a must to read.

Now, for the review of "Fallen Angel." I devoured this book in less than a day's time span. Reading it was a breeze. Brad Jamison was tall, dark, handsome, and Michelle Grant considered Brad her 'fallen angel.' Michelle fell under Brad's wings years earlier and although their meeting was brief at that time, the memory had a lasting effect for Michelle, who was in dire need of an angel at that time. To Michelle, it seemed as if Brad had truly fallen angelically from the sky and come to her aid.

Brad is a tough businessman, who had some difficult childhood experiences despite having wealthy parents. On the other hand, Michelle had worked herself from a teenager into a mature, sophisticated adult and a shrewed real estate agent, who also views herself as her brother's Nick's protector. Nick was an athlete with a promising future and career, until a freak motorcycle accident changed his life. Now Michelle feels obligated to Nick, a paraplegic, who had previously stood by and been there for Michelle. However, Michelle's, Brad's and Nick's futures are now intertwined when Michelle and Brad fall in love. Michelle, who wants to do something that would benefit Nick's life and career, could also have a devastating effect on Brad's life and on Michelle's and Brad's lives together. Ms. Ray has combined the story to where the readers will wonder if Michelle will make the right decision and if so, will it be a timely decision?

"Fallen Angel" is about love, trust, and commitment. It is a beautiful love story.

Ray's First Book Is Hot, Hot, Hot!
For an authors' first book, this book was excellent! The story line was great right along with all the characters. "Fallen Angel" is really a great product of a good authors' excellent work! To all of Ms. Ray's fans, I think Daniel Falcon has some competition as every women's dream man and he comes by the name of Brad Jamison! Much love to Ms. Ray, and keep up all your good work!


I Know Who Holds Tomorrow : A Novel
Published in Paperback by Griffin Trade Paperback (2002)
Author: Francis Ray
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Francis Ray does it again!
Francis Ray really knows how to tell a story and make you not want to put the book down. That's what happened to me when I bought this book. Since I own all of her books and have read many of them more than once I was not disappointed and neither will you be once you start reading.
On the outside Wes & Madison had the perfect marriage. All of that came to a halt when Wes is involved in an accident and on his death bed makes a confession of betrayal no wife would want to face. With the support of her family, co workers and Wes' best friend Zachary, Madison is able to start putting her life back on track and take care of and love the most innocent one of them all.
There is so much I want to say about this book but, I want you to experience the same feelings that I did as I read it. You will want to read it again and again. Go out and purchase this book or order it now. You will be so glad that you did.
Other boooks by Francis Ray: Forever Yours, Heart of the Falcon, Until There Was You and Silken Betrayal

I've got a secret
I have enjoyed Francis Ray novels since I picked up my first Arabesque romance by her, FOREVER HERS. She has the ability to weave a romance tale that will intrigue you and have you rooting for the characters to overcome all obstacles to get together. With this mainstream novel, she does not miss a beat.

Madison and Wes Reed are the perfect couple in the public view. At home, another story could be told. There is no affection or communication. When tragedy strikes, Wes reveals a secret that will change Madison's life forever. With the help of Zachary, Wes' friend, who also has secrets he is unable to tell, Madison is able to come to terms with Wes' secret.

An added plus is the romance that goes on between the secondary characters of Camille, a social worker and Gordon, Madison's boss.

Grab a glass of Iced Tea and a lounge chair. This is one I would recommend for your lazy day of summer reading list.

WOW,!! Gripping, on-edge reading and Renewing
WOW, what a powerful, soul-searching and renewing book. Francis really out did herself with this one and I'm sure it'll be another bestseller for her. This book is worth reading again and worth passing on to others. I Know Who..tells the story of Madison and Wes Reed the perfect couple. Or so they appear to be. Their lives are turned upside down in more way then one after a tragic accident that results in two deaths. The other colorful characters are baby Manda, Gordon, Louis, Zarchary, Helen, Edward, Camille, A.J and Vanessa Reed. Once these people start to cross paths, their lives will never will be same. I couldn't put this book down. While reading you learn how family secrets, betrayal and shame can destroy you and all that you cherish. You learn how to give of yourself unselfishly, restore your hope, faith and trust not only in yourself but, in others. This book is well worth every dime and then some. You won't and can't be disappointed. Thanks for a wonderful book Ms.Ray, it's more of a 10+, in my book.


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