Four very talented and well know authors come to us again in the follow-up to Rosie's Curl & Weave.

Della's House of Style was a great treat. The four stories were well written.

Donna Hill's It Could Happen to You was excellent. I really liked Della finding a Love of Her Own. I was glad to see a soft side to the hero in this story. Della just seemed to bring out the best in him. Ms. Hill is a thorough writer and gave us a wonderful story.

Francis Ray's story A Matter of Trust was warm and very sincere. I liked the characters of Hope and Sebastian. Hope's son and landlord really rounded out the story.

Rochelle Alers' story Sweet Surrender was touching. Maria Parker a very young widow was afraid to love. She meets Mr. Cameron King, a man that looks tough on the outside, but is a sweet person once you get to know him.

Felicia Mason's story Truly, Honestly was great also. I think it shows you don't always choose who you fall in love with, sometimes it just happens. No matter where you come from and what you do in life, love should be the most important.

Each story held its own, but together they made a wonderful novel all surrounding Della's House of Style. Great job ladies!

Great follow up.
They have done it again. Francis Ray is my favorite author.
In Donna Hill's It Could Happen to You. Della finally found someone but the way they meet was very strange. In the end Della And Matt were finally together. She saved the shop and she was very happy.

In Francis Ray's A Matter of Trust the story was very warm. I really injoyed Hope, her son, and the landlady. Sabatian was ok but he was a little cocky in the beginning.

I enjoyed the other story's, Francis Ray and Donna Hill's really stoodout

Having always read novels by one author, I found it intriguing to read short stories by several different authors. The plots are simple and fast-moving. I loved this book. Each one of the four stories were well-written and intriguing. My favorite was the one with the IRS man (sorry, forgot which author!). Anyways, I couldn't put it down!

Dominique and Trent's story was good. Their passion was not as fiery as Kane's and Victoria's, or tantalizing as Matt's and Shannon's, nor as steamy as Daniel's and Madelyn's, but nevertheless, each person has a different character. Therefore, the story will be different. In Dominique's case, she had been burned by love before, and there was the situation with her abusive marriage. Also, Trent had been duped by his fiancee' and was leery of getting involved in another relationship.

All in all, Ms. Ray has created another masterpiece. "Break Every Rule" is above reproving. "Break Every Rule" is Dominique's and Trent's story and is well worth reading.

I do hope Ms. Ray would continue Trent's story involving his parentage. I would love to know the other side of Trent's untold life.

Looking forward to other readings by Ms. Ray as I am a great fan of her writings.

I AGREE WITH THE WRITER BELOW ABOUT THE ABSENCE OF STRONG SIZZLE IN THIS BOOK. I READ THE OTHER THREE IN THIS SERIES (KANE, MATT AND DANIEL)AND THIS ONE WAS LACKING FOR US STRONG GET DOWN DIRTY ROMANCE READERS. BUT EVERYONE IS ENTITLED TO ONE AND MS. RAY'S ROMANCE WRITING TRACK RECORD IS SO STRONG THAT THIS WON'T EVEN MAKE HER MISS A STEP. BUT PLEASE MS. RAY, HAVE A QUICK RECOVERY AND GIVE US WHAT WE'RE USED TO HAVING FROM YOUR PEN. STILL LOVE YA GIRL!! KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!

I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Dominique. Initially, I thought her character would have been more firery, but after getting into the book, and realizing what happened to her to make her so bitter, I think her character was written perfectly. She was still wearing scars from an abusive marriage. While this didn't sizzle quite as much as the other books, the story was just as tender, more so, because Trent and Dominique had to overcome her trauma. Trent was the right temperment for her. I loved how the family was always there with ready support and I really enjoyed catching up on Daniel and Madelyn. Ms Ray just keep them coming.

The Bargain is the romance of Alexander, and Thorne. Alex is a tomboy who is use to doing what she want. Thorne is use to women acting like women and not questioning everything he say. I throught Francis Ray did a great job writing a historical novel.

I truly enjoyed reading The Bargain. I love reading all types of books and I felt this book was one on the top of my list. I thought the characters were great together -- the strong- willed Alexandria and the dashing Thorne. They were made for each other even though both tried to deny their true feelings. The plot was great. I have read other books by Ms. Ray that are wonderful also. I would like to see a sequel to The Bargain with a storyline involving Thorne's sister, Judith, and perhaps The Shadow or Lord Stonewell. I think Judith showed courage and will not let her handicap hinder her from finding true love. Judith is a character by herself and deserves her own story! Please keep this in mind, Ms. Ray. Again, all of your books are great and I look forward to reading more of your books.

I don't usually read the historial romance novels until some friends and a sister-in-law got me started. This was one of the first I read and I LOVED IT!!! (They've gotten me hooked!) It's a very sweet story and it's funny how stubborn some people can be. It's definately a book I'd like to pick up and read later on as well. I can't wait to read some of her other books! (Sorry this isn't a book report =) start reading and I bet you'll like it!!!)

The booki is full of information and great reading experience. I give it only 4 stars because of the lack of photos to make this volume even better. BUY IT!

I thought Silken Betrayal was good, its a little different from her other story lines, (them wanting at first sight, dieing to touch, several hot and steamy kisses and love scene), you know! Anyway it took me 2 days to read it, when I usually finish her book in one. I thought it took to long for the heroine and hero to get together, she pushed him away more times then not. The ending however showed promise, it was what saved the book for me and the introduction of Sonja and Drake's story I want to read more about them. She is still one of my favorite authors. I think Undeniable was my favorite.

Lauren Bennett had not become romantically involved with a man for over five years, not since the death of her husband. Lauren was trying to escape being discovered by her husband's family, especially his father. She was afraid he would want to take away the one possession she had left from her husband -- their five year old son, Joshua. Unbeknowing to Lauren, there was a man out there that was looking for her beside her father-in-law.

Jordan Hamilton was looking for Lauren because he wanted to extract revenge on Lauren's father-in-law, who Jordan felt was responsible for Jordan's father's death. Jordan has gone to lengths to meet Lauren. However, Jordan's meeting with Lauren, is electric from the start. The pictures of Lauren does not do her justice.

Lauren and Jordan become romantically involved, but somehow, Lauren's father-in-law discovers where Lauren is. He meets with Lauren and unveils that Jordan is only using Lauren to suit Jordan's means. Lauren is hurt and confused because she has not only let Jordan into her life, but Jordan has entered Joshua's life also.

Jordan, who has realized that he does not want to hurt Lauren, but that he loves Lauren, has decided to forget what he originally planned. However, Lauren cannot forget that Jordan set out to use her, but they are now a couple.

Lauren's friend and neighbor, Sonja is a good friend to Lauren. Sonja has led a fun filled life and hit it right off when she meets Jordan's friend and private investigator, Drake Lansing.

"Silken Betrayal" is about a newfound love, that has been shattered with distrust. It is about two people opening up and sharing how they really feel about each other. "Silken Betrayal" is about burying the past, overcoming the hurt, and embracing a new future. "Silken Betrayal" is about true love.

This is the kind of story which makes you feel all warm inside. You get caught up with the efforts of the hero to win the affection of the heroine, without compromising himself or reneging on a promise. You struggle with the heroine as she tries to come to grips with both her past and her future. I had difficulty putting it down, and the story has remained on my mind. There's a good blend of romance, sex, and conflict. I thought that there could have been a little more mystery. However, the book is obviously a romance first and foremost and not a mystery. Not too much tension, but just enough to capture and hold the reader's interest. If you love a romance, and appreciate reading of African-American heros and heroines who reflect good sound values, then you'll love this book. I did.