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Ace
Honor thy mother…It was an open secret in his family that Dr. Ace Jackson Jr. resembled the Wileys and not his father, Ace Jackson Sr. His mother, Celia Jackson, told him to ignore the whispers and the innuendos, he was Ace Sr.’s son and not the son of their former gardener, Micky Wiley. For thirty-six years Ace Jr. managed to do just that. He ignored the speculation because he didn’t want to upset the status quo. However, a part of him was curious as to what was the truth of the situation, but he would honor his mother’s wishes.And then he met and developed feelings for Kiya Brady, the rumored love child of Micky Wiley, and then he realized that maybe he shouldn’t be honoring his mother’s wishes after all…
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200 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 28, 2020
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Brenda Barrett
111 books237 followersBrenda Barrett is an award-winning and bestselling author who has a passion for writing real Jamaican romances.
When she's not weaving words that transport readers to exotic locales, you can find her nurturing her green thumb in the garden or doting on her beloved cats.
With an infectious zest for life, this author brings a unique perspective to her writing that is both relatable and thought-provoking.
Don't be surprised if you find yourself lost in the pages of her latest work, as she seamlessly blends romance with some drama, mystery, suspense, or even sci-fi, leaving readers wanting more.
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When she's not weaving words that transport readers to exotic locales, you can find her nurturing her green thumb in the garden or doting on her beloved cats.
With an infectious zest for life, this author brings a unique perspective to her writing that is both relatable and thought-provoking.
Don't be surprised if you find yourself lost in the pages of her latest work, as she seamlessly blends romance with some drama, mystery, suspense, or even sci-fi, leaving readers wanting more.
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February 8, 2020
Ummm
Ok I truly love all the books I have read from the author. But I must say I was extremely disappointed with the overall errors and typos throughout the story line. It was so annoying because I have never experienced this with books from Brenda and there were so many that I wanted to stop reading. It was good to visit the Wiley’s again looking forward to what Duece will bring minus the errors and typos.
Ok I truly love all the books I have read from the author. But I must say I was extremely disappointed with the overall errors and typos throughout the story line. It was so annoying because I have never experienced this with books from Brenda and there were so many that I wanted to stop reading. It was good to visit the Wiley’s again looking forward to what Duece will bring minus the errors and typos.
March 1, 2020
1st read by this author. I enjoyed my introduction to the Jackson men, Ace Jr. in particular. His questionable interest concerning his father kept the storyline moving especially after Kiya arrived. Happy about the outcome. Looking forward to reading the next segment in the series.
August 14, 2020
Mama's baby, Daddy's maybe
Love the island of Jamaica so the location setting is great, along with the obvious connection between Ace and Kiya. The biggest drawback of the book however was wishing the paternity issue hadn't lasted so long, though I am thrilled with the outcome for Ace Jr, Ace Sr, and Deuce. As for Kiya, I think George Brady should have truly been her biological dad. Ace's mom should have been a more honest wife and mother in respect to providing her husband and sons the truth they deserved. Ace Sr. was great, and the other characters funny and interesting. I am a big fan of the Wiley brothers, so I would love to see a full family tree of who's who. And I definitely want to see Yara's love interest evolve into a story. Truly like Ace and Kiya as a couple, so really glad they are NOT brother and sister. May their love story blossom into true happiness.👍
Love the island of Jamaica so the location setting is great, along with the obvious connection between Ace and Kiya. The biggest drawback of the book however was wishing the paternity issue hadn't lasted so long, though I am thrilled with the outcome for Ace Jr, Ace Sr, and Deuce. As for Kiya, I think George Brady should have truly been her biological dad. Ace's mom should have been a more honest wife and mother in respect to providing her husband and sons the truth they deserved. Ace Sr. was great, and the other characters funny and interesting. I am a big fan of the Wiley brothers, so I would love to see a full family tree of who's who. And I definitely want to see Yara's love interest evolve into a story. Truly like Ace and Kiya as a couple, so really glad they are NOT brother and sister. May their love story blossom into true happiness.👍
January 3, 2022
Old-fashioned romance
Another first for me, this is the first novel I have read by Mrs. Barrett. I am looking forward to finishing this series as it continues with the next to brothers Duece, Trey and Quade. I love how all three brothers are doctors along with their father. Any time I am reading about successful African-American men especially in the healthcare field it automatically brings a smile to my face.
Ace and Kiya both deserved pure unconditional love. Kiya deserved to have a man that was totally into her and not weak enough to fall for her sister. Ace was that man and they shared a lot of similarities. Ace is going to court her and I know that is an old fashioned way to get to know the other person but I love it. I think an old fashioned romance is the best way to establish a strong relationship.
This was a great read would recommend it. I think other readers would enjoy the older women in this book they were a mess especially in their younger years.
Another first for me, this is the first novel I have read by Mrs. Barrett. I am looking forward to finishing this series as it continues with the next to brothers Duece, Trey and Quade. I love how all three brothers are doctors along with their father. Any time I am reading about successful African-American men especially in the healthcare field it automatically brings a smile to my face.
Ace and Kiya both deserved pure unconditional love. Kiya deserved to have a man that was totally into her and not weak enough to fall for her sister. Ace was that man and they shared a lot of similarities. Ace is going to court her and I know that is an old fashioned way to get to know the other person but I love it. I think an old fashioned romance is the best way to establish a strong relationship.
This was a great read would recommend it. I think other readers would enjoy the older women in this book they were a mess especially in their younger years.
February 2, 2020
She Aced it again
I love Brenda's books, her style of writing, the way she grips my attention. Wow. I am particularly pleased with the Bajan mention. Lololol.
Ace's story truly depicts a lot of what happens in the Caribbean, where to this day there are still many doubts about "who is the father"? Thankfully some can clear up those doubts through DNA testing. I was on tenterhooks waiting for the results too, lolol, but I am glad it turned out well for Ace and Kiya.
The Prophet though......lololol....undercover.
Great book. I usually read them quickly because I can't wait to get to the end, but this one, I didn't want to miss any details. Full of Caribbean family drama.
I love Brenda's books, her style of writing, the way she grips my attention. Wow. I am particularly pleased with the Bajan mention. Lololol.
Ace's story truly depicts a lot of what happens in the Caribbean, where to this day there are still many doubts about "who is the father"? Thankfully some can clear up those doubts through DNA testing. I was on tenterhooks waiting for the results too, lolol, but I am glad it turned out well for Ace and Kiya.
The Prophet though......lololol....undercover.
Great book. I usually read them quickly because I can't wait to get to the end, but this one, I didn't want to miss any details. Full of Caribbean family drama.
July 5, 2022
Ace
Initially this novel didn't move me. I only continued to read it because I hate stopping a book midstream. Well that interest kicked into high gear and I absolutely needed to know how this story would end. Suspenseful!! Who is Ava's father, who is Kia's father, who is Deuce's father? Who all did Charlotte the "harlot" take to her chambers? What does Ace Sr think of all this? What does George Brady think? So many rumors, so much backdoor visiting. This book bring love, current and past, and high drama - dealing with the rumors and most rumors contain a fragment of some truths.
Initially this novel didn't move me. I only continued to read it because I hate stopping a book midstream. Well that interest kicked into high gear and I absolutely needed to know how this story would end. Suspenseful!! Who is Ava's father, who is Kia's father, who is Deuce's father? Who all did Charlotte the "harlot" take to her chambers? What does Ace Sr think of all this? What does George Brady think? So many rumors, so much backdoor visiting. This book bring love, current and past, and high drama - dealing with the rumors and most rumors contain a fragment of some truths.
October 27, 2020
Interesting
This was definitely an interesting read. My heart went out to Ace when he was having so much trouble getting clear answers about his paternity. I really didn’t want to put the book down until I was able to find out if he was going to be able to pursue the woman his heart longed for. I only ga e four stars because it took ,e a few chapters before I realize the sitting of the story was in Jamaica and not America. Nevertheless I do plan to read about Duce, Trey and Quade 😊
This was definitely an interesting read. My heart went out to Ace when he was having so much trouble getting clear answers about his paternity. I really didn’t want to put the book down until I was able to find out if he was going to be able to pursue the woman his heart longed for. I only ga e four stars because it took ,e a few chapters before I realize the sitting of the story was in Jamaica and not America. Nevertheless I do plan to read about Duce, Trey and Quade 😊
February 1, 2020
First Real Love
This specific book shows that genes can skip generations. As usual, I anxiously hoped that Ace
And Deuce were Ace Sr.'s sons. Every novel has been detailed. informative, and well-written, but a bit too short! Brenda remains at the very top of my best authors list. This Jackson series shows that you are forever a top notch author when it concerns love, family, commitment, and truth.
This specific book shows that genes can skip generations. As usual, I anxiously hoped that Ace
And Deuce were Ace Sr.'s sons. Every novel has been detailed. informative, and well-written, but a bit too short! Brenda remains at the very top of my best authors list. This Jackson series shows that you are forever a top notch author when it concerns love, family, commitment, and truth.
June 30, 2020
The suspense I love it 😍
I don't know what to say I waited for the big reveal. I'm not going to spoil things for the other readers. Ace is a good person and so is Celia. This was a nice read kept me interested in what was going to happen in the end. I must say reading the series from the very beginning definitely helps you to understand and follow the characters without any problems. Great job Brenda 😊.
I don't know what to say I waited for the big reveal. I'm not going to spoil things for the other readers. Ace is a good person and so is Celia. This was a nice read kept me interested in what was going to happen in the end. I must say reading the series from the very beginning definitely helps you to understand and follow the characters without any problems. Great job Brenda 😊.
July 5, 2020
3.5 stars
A short but interesting read. I appreciated the story taking place in Jamaica, giving readers some history and vivid descriptions of the different cities of the island. The characters werent bad, but some lacked depth like Gwen and Kav. I wished we had a chance to learn who their fathers were. Also, the younger brother Trey didn't get enough time in the story either. With another well thought out 100 pages this book would have received 4.5-5 stars.
A short but interesting read. I appreciated the story taking place in Jamaica, giving readers some history and vivid descriptions of the different cities of the island. The characters werent bad, but some lacked depth like Gwen and Kav. I wished we had a chance to learn who their fathers were. Also, the younger brother Trey didn't get enough time in the story either. With another well thought out 100 pages this book would have received 4.5-5 stars.
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May 11, 2021
Whew!
I almost did not complete the book, the misspelled words, misspelled names, use of the wrong homophone and the grammar was atrocious. Did this author lose her editor? I enjoyed the "Wiley Brothers" and the "Pryce Sisters" series.
The story is intriguing but why did it take so long to do DNA? This is a creative story that is unbelievable and it could be believed. Gives new meaning to the adage, we are all family.
I almost did not complete the book, the misspelled words, misspelled names, use of the wrong homophone and the grammar was atrocious. Did this author lose her editor? I enjoyed the "Wiley Brothers" and the "Pryce Sisters" series.
The story is intriguing but why did it take so long to do DNA? This is a creative story that is unbelievable and it could be believed. Gives new meaning to the adage, we are all family.
February 28, 2020
OMG!!Awesome
I truly love your writing style with your sequels. I cannot wait for the next Jackson story. I love how all the stories intertwine with one another. Keep writing so I can keep enjoying your imaginative story lines with all the exciting characters. This was by far the most intriguing story. I loved it and recommend it to all readers.
I truly love your writing style with your sequels. I cannot wait for the next Jackson story. I love how all the stories intertwine with one another. Keep writing so I can keep enjoying your imaginative story lines with all the exciting characters. This was by far the most intriguing story. I loved it and recommend it to all readers.
March 19, 2020
The real Ace Jackson
Very good story with a few twist. I was so excited to finally put the mystery of Ace and Deuce parentage to rest. When love is in involved it will make a person do what needs to be done for their own happiness. Love the story and I can't wait for the next book.
Very good story with a few twist. I was so excited to finally put the mystery of Ace and Deuce parentage to rest. When love is in involved it will make a person do what needs to be done for their own happiness. Love the story and I can't wait for the next book.
March 24, 2020
Verified Purchase
Enjoyed Ace & Kiya's story. As I started to read, I became interested in the plot twist and family dynamics.
Happy that Ace was able to do the DNA test on himself, his dad ,brother & prove his dad was his dad. & Kiya was not his sister.Things get messy when people are dead set on tipping & keeping secrets.
Looking forward to reading Deuce's story.
Enjoyed Ace & Kiya's story. As I started to read, I became interested in the plot twist and family dynamics.
Happy that Ace was able to do the DNA test on himself, his dad ,brother & prove his dad was his dad. & Kiya was not his sister.Things get messy when people are dead set on tipping & keeping secrets.
Looking forward to reading Deuce's story.
April 30, 2020
Ace Jackson
As always I like the unearthing of drama in Brenda’s stories however this first installment had no build up of attraction for Kiya and Ace for me. I felt the story was more on Aces journey of truth. I didn’t feel the attraction for the pair and I hope DJ story is more LOVE induced because that’s what I grown to love about her books.
As always I like the unearthing of drama in Brenda’s stories however this first installment had no build up of attraction for Kiya and Ace for me. I felt the story was more on Aces journey of truth. I didn’t feel the attraction for the pair and I hope DJ story is more LOVE induced because that’s what I grown to love about her books.
January 16, 2022
Excellent story!
This is an excellent story. It's Christian in the telling. The scare of not knowing your ancestors is real. Always try to find out if you & your significant other are related. Also, there were some punctuation, wrong/similar words used, & double of the same word used.
This is an excellent story. It's Christian in the telling. The scare of not knowing your ancestors is real. Always try to find out if you & your significant other are related. Also, there were some punctuation, wrong/similar words used, & double of the same word used.
January 16, 2023
Ace (The Jackson’s Book 1)
What I like about this book is how Ms Barrett brought in the idea that family is family regardless of how messy they may be. And, how faith played a huge part in this storyline. Ace and Kiya had to put their faith in God to work the matter at hand for them one way or another.
What I like about this book is how Ms Barrett brought in the idea that family is family regardless of how messy they may be. And, how faith played a huge part in this storyline. Ace and Kiya had to put their faith in God to work the matter at hand for them one way or another.
November 11, 2024
Star rating: 3.50
I love this author writing, but her endings for me are always rushed and really could use an epilouge!
Possibly on to book 2, I might just read the first three chapters and then the last three. Maybe that way, I want be so disappointed in her 90 mile an hour ending.
Please remember that I did say I like her writing and her storyline. 😁😇
I love this author writing, but her endings for me are always rushed and really could use an epilouge!
Possibly on to book 2, I might just read the first three chapters and then the last three. Maybe that way, I want be so disappointed in her 90 mile an hour ending.
Please remember that I did say I like her writing and her storyline. 😁😇
February 3, 2020
Brenda Barrett’s stories from Kingston about the Wiley, Pryce and now Jackson clans keep me so engaged. I love the twist in this one. I guessed it about halfway through but loved how Barrett unfolded it! Can’t wait until the next book in this series is released.
February 3, 2020
Another great book by Brenda Barrett
I enjoyed reading the story of Ace and Kiya and can't wait to start the next book in the Jackson Series. I recommend this series to everyone. There is so much drama, intrigue and love.
I enjoyed reading the story of Ace and Kiya and can't wait to start the next book in the Jackson Series. I recommend this series to everyone. There is so much drama, intrigue and love.
February 8, 2020
Riveting
I would give this book a higher rating but for the under par editing.
I have looked forward to this book ever since I read A Perfect Guy months ago. Great read once you for used to the errors.
I would give this book a higher rating but for the under par editing.
I have looked forward to this book ever since I read A Perfect Guy months ago. Great read once you for used to the errors.
February 15, 2020
Another Great Tead
I read this in just a few days. I was a having a hard time placing everyone since it’s been a while since I read all the other books. Can’t wait for Deuces’ story.
I read this in just a few days. I was a having a hard time placing everyone since it’s been a while since I read all the other books. Can’t wait for Deuces’ story.
February 16, 2020
Great read
This was definitely a great story I wish it was a little more to it... like the hea.... there were a lot of grammatical errors though...hopefully the next book will be better...
This was definitely a great story I wish it was a little more to it... like the hea.... there were a lot of grammatical errors though...hopefully the next book will be better...
February 19, 2020
Wow
I am an avid reader of Brenda Barrett she is one of my favourite authors. Her vocabulary is extensive and her imagination and writing style is unique. This book did not disappoint, looking forward to reading the entire series.
I am an avid reader of Brenda Barrett she is one of my favourite authors. Her vocabulary is extensive and her imagination and writing style is unique. This book did not disappoint, looking forward to reading the entire series.
March 21, 2020
Loved this book!
This book had you going from beginning to end. I was rooting that Kiya
and Ace we're not brother and sister. I am so happy that it ended the way I wanted it
to. On to the next book in the series. Bravo!
ister!
It
This book had you going from beginning to end. I was rooting that Kiya
and Ace we're not brother and sister. I am so happy that it ended the way I wanted it
to. On to the next book in the series. Bravo!
ister!
It
March 21, 2020
Ace
Ace and Kiya, beautiful story, I'm glad that they found out the true story. It's very important to know who you are . It's a good thing Ace wouldn't give up until he found is parentage. I just wish that Kiya would have found who her biological father was.
Ace and Kiya, beautiful story, I'm glad that they found out the true story. It's very important to know who you are . It's a good thing Ace wouldn't give up until he found is parentage. I just wish that Kiya would have found who her biological father was.
April 19, 2020
Another winner
Brenda does it again. This one kept my attention from beginning to end. I couldn't wait to find out if Ace and Kyle were related.
So many twist and turns but well worth the end!
Brenda does it again. This one kept my attention from beginning to end. I couldn't wait to find out if Ace and Kyle were related.
So many twist and turns but well worth the end!
May 24, 2020
Resolution
AJ and Kiya's story was fascinating. Attraction at first sight. I read the Wiley series a while ago and accidentally stumbled across this book; glad I did. It was nice to jump back into the twists and turns of small island life.
AJ and Kiya's story was fascinating. Attraction at first sight. I read the Wiley series a while ago and accidentally stumbled across this book; glad I did. It was nice to jump back into the twists and turns of small island life.
June 21, 2020
Surprise
Very good contemporary read without the intimate scenes but close enough to imagine. I love the point it made and that all families aren't perfect as the seem to look on the outside.they all have their dark secrets and moments.
Very good contemporary read without the intimate scenes but close enough to imagine. I love the point it made and that all families aren't perfect as the seem to look on the outside.they all have their dark secrets and moments.
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