Francis Ray has 12 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 10 narrators. The most-rated is A Dangerous Kiss.
A Seductive Kiss
Summary
Best-selling author Francis Ray celebrates the lifelong bonds between the Grayson family and their friends - with a heartwarming love story years in the making.… Dianna Harrington is known throughout the world as "The Face" - the stunningly beautiful spokesmodel for her family’s fashion empire. She could probably have her pick of any man she wants. But Dianna would rather kick back and relax with a good friend - namely Alex Stewart, who she’s known, and harbored a crush on, her whole life.… Ever since they were kids, Alex has been Dianna’s protector and pal, a shoulder to cry on. But as the brother of her best friend, Alex always seemed untouchable. Now a handsome, successful New York lawyer, Alex never realized how lonely Dianna’s life has been - or how innocent she is in the ways of love. Alex wants more than anything to reach out to her, to heal her heart. But is his desire worth the risk? After a lifetime of longing building up between them, something’s gotta give. Maybe all it takes is just one kiss….
©2012 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
It Had to Be You
Summary
Most musicians would do anything to work with the hot, young record producer known as “Rolling Deep.” R.D. can pick and choose any artist he wants - and he wants Laurel Raineau. A classical violinist, Laurel plays soaring music that touches R.D. to his very soul. But the last thing Laurel wants is to work with someone whose exploits with the ladies appear in the tabloids every week. Not one to take no for an answer, R.D. keeps trying - and failing - to let Laurel know that he’s not the player he’s made out to be. So he introduces himself to her by his real name, Zachary Wilder, hoping to win her over. But it’s Zach who falls under this beauty’s spell. Now it’s only a matter of time before Laurel learns who the man she’s losing her heart to really is - but can she walk away from a passion that feels so right?
©2010 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
All That I Desire
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New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Francis Ray turns up the heat in All that I Desire, a sizzling Grayson Friends romance about a woman's life, liberty - and pursuit of passion. Love is never picture-perfect.... Nothing can stop a woman like Skylar Dupree once she makes up her mind. Defying her family and leaving law school, she's landed her dream job as an event director at the prestigious Navarone Resorts and Spas in Arizona. It's all that Skylar's ever desired - until she sees Rio Sanchez, the resort's head of security and Blade Navarone's own personal bodyguard. He's the sexiest, most striking man she's ever met. Sometimes it's even better.... When Skylar starts planning a huge charity auction at the resort, it's Rio's job to keep an eye on the prized art she collects from donors. Though he's not blind to Skylar's beauty, Rio is nothing if not professional - and he refuses to make a move. But when a mysterious stranger enters the picture - and puts Skylar's life in danger - Rio attempts to protect her only to be told, in no uncertain terms, that Skylar is capable of taking care of herself. Her brazen independence is enough to drive Rio crazy - with desire. Could it be that the strong, hard-hearted Rio has finally met his match?
©2013 Francis Ray (P)2014 Audible Inc.
If You Were My Man
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Nathalyia Fontaine has been the sole proprietor of the restaurant Fontaine since her husband died four years ago. She hasn't dated anyone in all those years, choosing not to open her heart again, or risk revealing her dark past. That is, until she meets Rafael Dunlap. Rafael is a hostage negotiator with his own set of problems. Though he loves women, he vows he'll never marry because his job is just too unpredictable. He can't imagine leaving a widow and children behind. But his thinking and game plan of loving and leaving changes when he meets Nathalyia. Though she tries to resist him, Rafael sweeps her into a whirlwind romance. When the unexpected happens, and Nathalyia is forced to keep it a secret, she ends things with Rafael before he can break her heart. But when Rafael is in harm’s way, will Nathalyia resolve to tell him the truth before it's too late? Or will past demons keep them apart forever?
©2010 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
Dreaming of You
Summary
Francis Ray's steamy Grayson novels thrill millions of contemporary romance fans. This installment follows the fortunes of restaurateur Brandon Grayson. Frustrated by a mother who wants him married and women always scheming after his money, Brandon has no luck in love. But when childhood friend Faith McBride hits the scene, he finds a woman he can trust. But could this become more?
©1997 Janette Oke & T. Davis Bunn (P)2001 Recorded Books, LLC
Irresistible You
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National best-selling author Francis Ray is a Romantic Times Career Achievement and Gold Pen Award winner. In this sizzling entry from her popular Grayson series, mother Ruth aims to marry off her last bachelor son. But Pierce Grayson isn't interested in being tied down - until he meets Broadway actress Sabra Raineau. Suddenly, marriage might be impossible to resist.
©2007 Francis Ray (P)2007 Recorded Books
Twice the Temptation
Summary
In this first ever short story collection, New York Times best-selling author Francis Ray takes us on five steamy, sexy adventures. From a timid, dowdy duckling who turns into a confident, sexy swan which sends her into the arms of a handsome artist; to a bridesmaid’s explosive encounter with the best man; to an unproven actress who is being wooed to the stage by a handsome Broadway director; from a journalist’s very steamy night with an old flame to a woman who pretends that she is dating a wealthy businessman but never imagines he would show up to collect on that claim. Experience just how much Francis Ray can turn up the heat!
©1999, 2000, 2000, 2001, 2004 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
You and No Other
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Blackboard and Essence best-selling author Francis Ray has been honored with the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award, as well as the EMMA and Golden Pen Awards. Here, she continues the saga of the Grayson family with Morgan's story. Mother Ruth Grayson is pushing her son to get married, but he resists - until he meets Phoenix, a beautiful artist with a secret.
©2005 Francis Ray (P)2007 Recorded Books
All That I Need
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In best-selling author Francis Ray’s latest Grayson Friends novel All That I Need, two lost souls come together to discover what matters most of all - love comes with no guarantee. Lance Saxton is a self-made man who enjoys every moment of his success. Running an auction house allows him to manage his own time and travel the world on a moment’s notice - so why rush to settle down? The question answers itself…until he crosses paths with a beautiful, spirited travel writer who makes him second-guess his sense of independence - and leaves him wanting more. But it's always worth the risk. What’s love got to do with it? Fallon Marshall is at the peak of her career as a journalist. Any story she wants she can get. So when she hears about an auction being held at a fabled old estate in Santa Fe, New Mexico, off she goes…only to meet a man who makes her question her priorities. Maybe it’s time for Fallon to stop running away in search of adventure…and just fall into Lance’s arms?
©2013 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible Inc.
All I Ever Wanted
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Naomi Reese is a divorced mother with a small daughter named Kayla, a new life in Santa Fe, and, finally, some distance from her abusive ex-husband. All she wants now is a home of her own where she and Kayla can finally feel safe. With one bad marriage behind her, she can’t even dream of falling in love again. Until she meets Richard...A tall, handsome veterinarian with a warm smile and big heart, Richard Youngblood is the kind of man any woman could fall for. Not only does he have a wonderful way with animals, he’s great with little Kayla and—Naomi has to admit—he’s easy on the eyes. Richard definitely has his sights set on her, too. But first, Naomi has to free herself from her past—and learn how to love again—before she can have all she ever wanted with the man of her dreams...
©2013 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
With Just One Kiss
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Best-selling author Francis Ray chronicles the lives and loves of the Grayson family and their friends - and friends-of-friends who just might have a change of heart…Cicely St. John is not impressed by her friend C.J. Callahan’s so-called passion in life: running a New York City bar that he inherited from his uncle. So why can’t Cicely stop thinking about the dance they shared at their mutual friends’ wedding—or the mutual attraction she felt in C.J.’s arms?As far as C.J. is concerned, Cicely is a snob whose “passion” in life—writing for fashion magazines—is as pretentious as she is. So why can’t he keep his eyes off her? C.J. has a business to run. And Cicely has a job opportunity in Paris. Neither of them even has time to think about romance right now. But maybe, just once, the two could test their friendship…with just one kiss.
©2012 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.
A Dangerous Kiss
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Best-selling author Francis Ray will have fans cheering for the Grayson family’s friends - when two perfectly matched opponents go one-on-one…Sexy, single sports consultant Payton “Sin” Sinclair has tackled the world’s most valuable players - and most eligible women. But ever since his two best friends found love, despite his dangerous secret, he’s tempted to take a chance himself. And that temptation is a woman named Summer…A self-made restaurant owner with a painful past, Summer has always counted on Sin. Beneath his smooth charm - and hard body - lies a tender-hearted friend who always keeps her going when the going gets tough. But now, swept up in her cousin’s wedding plans, she’s trying not to let the champagne - or Sin’s innocent passes - go to her head. Because one dangerous kiss will only lead to another…
©2012 Francis Ray (P)2013 Audible, Inc.