Dreaming of You, a stunning new novel by Francis Ray which underlines the thin line between friendship and relationship

    /24-7PressRelease/ - CARROLLTON, TX, August 30, 2006 - National best-selling author, Francis Ray, offers a simmering story about the highs and lows of a friendship that turns intimate in, DREAMING OF YOU, (St. Martins Press, 0312939736, paperback, $6.99) scheduled for release nationwide, August 29, 2006.

Brandon Grayson is the next son to be married and his mother has single females hiding in the cupboards. To avoid matrimony he seeks shelter with the safest person he knows, his dearest friend, Santa Fe hotelier, Faith McBride.

Faith has loved Brandon since she was a pesky wallflower in high school, and she plans to do something about it. Her confidence falters when she examines her full-figure in the mirror. She's not like the model thin women Brandon dates, but she has plans for that too.

Faith literally changes while Brandon isn't looking. He now sees enticing lips, a curvaceous body, and a sweet familiarity. He is convinced an affair with the one person he trusts will not get him into trouble. However, with his new feelings for Faith, Faith's secret campaign, and strong outside forces, Brandon maybe jumping from the frying pan right into the fire.

Francis Ray continues to honor readers with tales from the unforgettable Grayson family. Dreaming of You will delight readers as they share Faith's unfaltering dream of life with Brandon and humorously sympathize with Brandon's fate.

Praise for Dreaming of You . . . .

"[The Dreaming of You], novel in Ray's Grayson family saga is a warm, winning story of friendship, lust and love---and how the lines between them can blur. . .The pair's cat-and-mouse game is suspenseful and fun. . .the novel is sweet and honest without being saccharine, making it a full, enjoyable read." - Publisher's Weekly

"In this next perfect installment of the Grayson Family series, Ray does an outstanding job of bringing to life mother Ruth Grayson and her mission to marry off her children. Wondering what she'll come up with next will have readers turning pages at every opportunity. A great read from beginning to end, it's even excellent for an immediate re-read." - Romantic Times

"An authentic romance, "Dreaming of You" is a sweet story about the underdog finding true love. The goodness and upstanding nature of the lovers is undeniable and highly attractive. The writing is excellent, being both realistic and entertainingly colorful. The dialogue, key to an exciting romance novel, is equally substantial and revealing. And of course, like all the best-enjoyed romance, it contains a nice spattering of passionate and provocative moments." -- Nancy Morris, AllbooksReviews.com

About the Author
Francis Ray has been enchanting readers worldwide since her first novel, Fallen Angel, was published in 1992. With 24 single titles (including romances) and 7 novellas in her repertoire, she is considered one of today's most popular writers of romance and contemporary fiction. She is the recipient of numerous awards and continually makes bestseller's list such as Essence, Blackboard, and Dallas Morning News. Scheduled for February 2007 is IN ANOTHER MAN'S BED, and in March 2007, IRRESISTIBLE YOU. Francis Ray, a native Texan, resides in the southwest with her husband and daughter.

Francis Ray is available for speaking engagements, conferences, interviews and a variety of online events. For more information about Dreaming of You and other works, visit her online at www.francisray.com/books.htm

DREAMING OF YOU
Francis Ray
St. Martin's Press, August 2006
$6.99; ISBN: 0312939736

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