If You Were My Man

Nathalyia Fontaine only has time for Fontaine, the restaurant left to her by her late husband. So when sexy hostage negotiator Rafael Dunlap sets his eye on her, Rafael doesn't stand a chance. He also doesn't give up very easily. Rafael wears Nathalyia down until he wins her over. Their relationship was going great until something and someone from Nathalyia's past threatens to ruin it all. Nathalyia feels walking away is the only possible solution. That is until Rafael is injured in the line of duty. Nathalyia and Rafael both have to figure out if the love they share is worth fighting for. If You Were My Man is a wonderful read. Francis Ray is a fantastic author. She has a writing style that is very natural and just flows without having lagging moments. Her characters and plots are always well developed. Ray has a way of making everything come to life. This time is no different! Reviewed by Tenecia for Urban Reviews

This book has a rich environment where the characters are richly formed. The story takes us on a journey where you know the foibles of the main characters. Nathalyia is a dynamo as the owner of the restaurant Fontaine. However, she has no social life. Is there a man that can compete or understand the life she has built for herself? Rafael Dunlap is a man who has come to a cross road in his life. Will he continue to be a love them and leave them kind of man? He is not the typical player by any means. It is just that unknown emotional hurts might stop him from claiming the woman he adores. These are the questions that this story answers. I also loved the interactions of the secondary characters. They are touching and sometimes humorous. Yes, these are the people that help kick our main characters in gear and in some cases get their own happily ever after.

If You Were My Man I loved this book, but then again, I love all of Francis Ray's books. The Dunlaps have a very strong family foundation and really sticks together in good times and bad. This book is very romantic. I laughed and I cried. Enjoy, KE

From the first page, I knew I was going to enjoy this new work of Francis Ray's. I had been waiting for it and it was worth it. I loved the characters and the way she developed them. I loved that she touched on so many different subjects: guilt, love, trust, growth, taking chances, etc. I'm certain it is one I'll read again soon.

I anxiously waited for this new novel from author Francis Ray and was not disappointed. The story flowed nicely giving you a look inside the lives of several characters who had personal struggles with self image, family, love and relationships. Throughout the book you got brief references and updates about some of Ms. Ray's characters from other books. This story was another example that love conquers all and a reminder that sometimes you have to love some family members from a distance. Looking forward to the upcoming release of the Taggart/Falcon series. Avid Reader Tia