All That I Need

Grayson Friends #10

by Francis Ray

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?

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Cultural, African American Romance

283 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 25, 2013

About the author

Francis Ray was a New York Times and USA Today bestselling African-American writer of romance novels. Her literary fiction series – Taggart and Falcon, the Invincible Women, Grayson Family of New Mexico, and Grayson Friends – have consistently made bestseller's lists. She was born in Richland, Texas, and studied nursing, receiving a bachelor's degree from Texas Woman's University in 1967. She began writing in 1987, while continuing to work as a nurse, and had her first book published in 1992.

AWARDS
Romantic Times Career Achievement
EMMA
The Golden Pen
The Atlantic Choice
Romantic Times 2008 Reviewers' Choice Award Winners for AFRICAN-AMERICAN ROMANCE Reviewers' Choice Awards – Best Books Not Even If You Begged, St. Martin's Griffin (February 2008)
Borders 2008 Bestselling Multicultural Romance Award for Nobody but You
Written's 2010 Readers Choice Book of the Year for If You Were My Man

Reviews

[Colleen Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me at the very beginning. I haven't read the first book of this series yet but I plan on it. I want to read the whole series because this book was that good.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book very much. It was sweet, simple, and realistic. The only issue I had was the ending. It seemed a bit rushed. All in all though it was a great read, albeit bittersweet due to the recent passing of Ms. Ray.

[Thais · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was so sweet I loved that Fallon went after what she wanted. Also that Lance opened up and let her in. I never get enough Of Mrs.Ray books.

[Vonetta Augustine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked both Fallon and Lance. Fallon is open and free. Lance is closed and stoic but they were able to eventually find the balance which made for nice love story.

I didn't like Lance and his mother's relationship. She should have explained to her son even as a child the decisions she was making. Also, you should not have let a stranger spank your child when you know he's hurting because of the death of his father/your husband. Also, you married not long after the death of your husband. Lance's mom was of a generation that deferred to their husbands for everything which was the opposite of his Aunt and Uncle. They were partners.

Lance needed to forgive and once he did; he could appreciate Fallon and everything she is and will be to him and their child. He could also be everything she needed in a husband and a father to their unborn child. The end was rushed and needed an epilogue to tie things up.

[amaya crosby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book

I had to know how Fallon and Lance's relationship would work out with him thinking that love and marriage were not for him

[Devon Chadwick · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was good but Lance gave me whiplash and absolutely made me mad 🤣 I wanted to shake him a few times

[Mary Gramlich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Should we get a second chance when we mess up the first time?

Fallon Marshall and Lance Saxton have a lot in common but one consistent theme for the two of them is jumping to conclusions. Their first encounter required apologies and some realization that not everyone has a hidden agenda. Both suffered from some childhood issues and prior relationships, which need to be removed from any future long-term romantic interludes.

Lance is a successful auctioneer while Fallon travels the world writing articles about locations and the history surrounding it. They common areas of interest are numerous but trust is a bit of problem for both of them. Working through the potential present moving into future possibilities is difficult when you talk before you think.

The struggle for both of them is to reveal their feelings to one another and understand that possessions will never make you happy. However, when one bit of news alters both of their lives, this moment, and the words you are about to say will define everything about us as a couple.

Francis Ray explains romance with one sentence that you will never forget, followed by another, and then just one more. Sometimes it truly does start with only a kiss.

[Serenity · Rating 3 out of 5]

overall, i enjoyed reading the book. I gave three stars because i felt like the up and down relationship between Lance and Fallon was the only part of this book. I understood Lance's difficulty in letting himself fall in love and be loved, but I found myself waiting for more to happen.It seemed as though the book was simply limited to this back and forth between Lance and Fallon, and there wasn't much else to the story.I would have also liked to have seen Lance reconcile with his mother. lance constantly focused on how he felt wronged by his mother or felt as though she didn't love him and this was one of the reason's he had hard time getting close to women, but then it seemed as though that aspect of the story wasn't really resolved once Lance found out everything that his mother had done for him. I just thought maybe be he would makeup with her once he found out that she really did care about him. just my two cents, i still thought it was a sweet love story and love Francis Ray.

[Dafort · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lance always thought he knew what he wanted, no boundaries or commitment until he met Fallon and she question his need to settle down. Lance is harboring some past issues that he must face before he can fully commit his heart. Fallon is determined to make Lance see they are meant to be together. Will these two find love or will past hurts keep them apart.

All That I need was another good read by a great author. Mrs. Ray did an excellent job developing these characters and displaying each flaws to allow readers to see their emotions and how hard each loved. Mrs. Ray will be missed.

[The Book Junkie Reads . . . · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lance Saxton learned a valuable lesson about women. They are not all the same and they are special, unique and very much individuals that can make or break the relationship and all that comes with it. Lance let his past life (as many women do) determine the depth of which he wanted to feel for Fallon. Fallon on the other hand was not going to allow what he wanted to deter her in what she wants. She is strong minded, independent, and extremely capable.

It take Lance all the way to the end to really understand himself, his life and that Fallon is all that he needs.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really sweet read about a man facing his fears and trying to move on with his life. We got a glimpse of Lance and Fallon in the previous book and I knew it would be an interesting courtship, but I surely didn't expect the twist we were given. It was a little shocking but made the story more interesting. As always the Grayson family stories are feel good books and this one was no different.

RIP Francis Ray

[Racquel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book had some substance to it. When reading romance novels, you figure you're gonna get the same rigamarole, but this one is a little different. I liked that Lance had an inner struggle and it didn't just go away because he found love. These characters seemed a little more real to me than any other of Ms. Ray's. It was refreshing. The ending could have been written out some more but overall it was a good read. Definitely recommended if you are a Francis Ray fan :)

[SassyMama · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed the romance between Lance and Fallon...the struggle Lance goes through w/his feelings for Fallon even after realizing he's in love w/her. The issues w/his mother and step-father and with women from his past give great insight into his fear of opening his heart to Fallon. The obstacles they had to overcome made for a intriguing storyline and kept me turning the pages. Mrs. Ray will be missed!

[A. Reader · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was a little disappointed by this book. I've been reading my way through this series this summer and so far, this was the slowest one. I was looking forward to reading Lance and Fallon's story. It had so much potential, but was quite bland, until the very end. And honestly, if I read one more 'mercurial' reference in another romance novel, I think I'll burn them all! Sheesh!

[V Dixon · Rating 1 out of 5]

All that I need when reading this book was for it to end. Unfortunatley, I am one of those people who will torture themselves and push to the end of a book. I am sad because Mrs. Ray use to write great romance novels but that was many years ago.
This book was rather boring and the easy resolution at the end-bah humbug.

[Ariana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fallon was so annoying. Idk what she wanted from him. I don't understand Lance's mother at all. The phone works both ways and no matter the reason I don't think step parents should be whooping kids. With that said I loved the book. But it was rushed. And why hasn't Luke and Catherine had a baby yet?!?

[Andrea Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really enjoyable book. Nice couple, realistic and believable story and feelings. I liked the fact that the hero Lance, was a bad guy with a vulnerable streak. And--in a non-stereotype plus--he couldn't dance! But he tried, bless his heart. lol!

Mildly sensual with sex, but not graphic.

[Kesha · Rating 5 out of 5]

The ultimate in romance novels; I don't know that I have loved a leading man character more than Lance. Even with his flaws he is my cup of tea. I heart All That I Need so much I would possibly read again.

[Shone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trust of men didn't come easy to Fallon Marshall. Self made man Lance Sexton could care less what Fallon or anyone else thinks of him. fate throws these two together causing then to review their lives and what they are missing.

[Marilyn Diamond · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this love story and it gave me much more clarity to a difficult situation.
Love is Patient, and Love is Kind.
May Lance and Fallon's love endure the test of time
May Lance and his mother heal.

[Michelle Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nicely done as always! Lance and Fallon's story teaches the importance of forgiveness and communication. In love people can be so stubborn but once you learn to trust and stop living in the past, you'll experience a beautiful thing like Lance and Fallon.

[Karen Mount · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book from Francis Ray. She is one of the best in african american romance and she is going to be missed. {Hugs}

[Whtyac · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the environment and topic[auctions & rejection] that was the backdrop to this romance. Good job at educating the pubic while providing a nice read.

[Hope · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great read from Francis Ray, who has always been my favorite romance author. I will miss her dearly. R.I.P Mrs. Ray.

[Bebe20018 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Got a little corny by the end but I liked it anyway.

[Renita Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved It!!

[JoAnne · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Darlene Dejohnette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoying these books, but why do all her male characters have commitment issues? Just asking. Still like them

[Eupholia Hayward · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok

No one of my favorite in the series. The book felt like something was missing. But still one of my favorite author

[Cocoa Faye · Rating 5 out of 5]

As usual, this story from the Graysons friends. Cant wait to get started on Rio's story