When I was teenager I dreamed of a time when the golden haired, flamboyant Jackson brother would notice me as a desirable woman and not the tomboy daughter of their family's chauffeur. But my father felt my behaviour was inappropriate and not befitting of our lowly status so he decided to send me back to my grandparents farm in Virginia. No amount of persuasion would dissuade him.
Luckily for me, one of the Jacksons' wealthy friends found a job placement for me as an in-house model in a fashion house in Paris.
So to Paris, I went.
There I became a woman and learned about a French thing called je ne sais quoi. The first rule do not throw yourself at a man. No matter how much you want him.
Now I’m back at the Jackson estate. And to my great delight the golden-haired Jackson hasn’t recognized me at all. He thinks I'm some glamorous French chick. Not only that he shows all the classic signs of an infatuated man.
There is one problem though, and it’s a rather big one. The black-haired, stern, older brother, Zach Jackson. His mouth is disapproving, but his eyes strip me naked.
I wonder… will my new found je ne sais quoi work on him?
Or will I forget rule number one when I feel his touch? The Wrong Brother is a sexy standalone romance, laced with push and pull drama and enough steam to keep you hurriedly turning your kindle pages.
I am having a real problem with this book. Chapter one reads like it's written by a fresh teen describing their first crush on an older guy. I really don't know if I can get through it. I'll try and update my review once done.
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The Wrong Brother is a sexy standalone romance, laced with push and pull drama and enough steam to keep you hurriedly turning your kindle. A thrilling and fascinating story with extraordinary individuals that captures the audience attention from the first chapter and keeps you hooked and turning the pages with it's pulse-pounding suspense, high-octane adventures and mystery. An addicting absorbing and unputdownable read. This is Jenny and Zach story which is told from a dual point of view. Jenny is the daughter of the chauffeur who works for the wealthy Jackson family. They're are two brothers Brett and Zach Jackson and three practically grew up together. But Jenny she and her dad was poor. Jenny had always been in love Brett the younger brother for most of her the life must but her feelings wasn't reciprocated. She relentlessly pursue Brett. Her feelings were unhealthy and her father could not handling it and had to do something about it. Zach pulled some strings for her for a modeling gig in Paris where her life completely changed. She was now a project run way model were she learns pose, sophistication, and elegance. She has been gone for many years but her feelings for Brett still remain. She's back in town and is now ready to be apart of his world because she now feels that she's worthy and he will now see her as his equal. But Brett is now engaged and is still unavailable and off-limit. He's putting away his player card to help the family out in a multi-million dollar merge for the family company. Zach is the stoic, cold and brooding. She was unrecognizable when she came and Zach was attracted to her. The two started spending time together a lot then one night one thing leads to another and the two crossed a line that they couldn't uncrossed. Will Jenny finally grow out of her feelings for Brett? Will she and Zach have a relationship? And will they get a HEA?
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This was a great story and I love a strong, sassy female character. Jenny is that and so much more. This book when’s she just a teenager and is infatuated with one of the brother living in the mansion her father is the chauffeur to.
She get sent to Paris on a modeling job and is gone for several years. Only to come back a woman and more confident and sassy than ever before.
Brett is the brother she has loved since she was a child, Zack is the stoic older brother who has been the rock for the family.
When things get sticky Zack arranges for Jenny to go to Rome on another modeling contract only this time he goes with her.
These two fight their feelings for each other for a while before fate takes over and they allow each other in. But when they have to go back to NY Zack decides Brett needs the chance to see if things can work between Brett and Jenny. Only to make her happy. Blah! I wanted to slap Zack’s stupidly handsome face when I read this part. Ugh.
This story was the right balance of sweet and steamy. I don’t think I’ve read anything else by Iona Rose but I will in the future. I look forward to seeing what else she has out there.
No trigger warnings on this one so feel free to read to your hearts content.
It is a quick read at only 339 pages. I gave it four stars because the ending was kind of a let down to me. She wrapped it up well, I just would have liked to see a little more …something. Overall it was fantastic.
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Disappointed😶. It could be so so better. There were so many mistakes and repetition of same scenes and dialogues. Do the writers not read their book even once after completing it? The premise could have been interesting if it was written better. Jenny was written as a pathetic girl who just thought she loved Brett and was determined to get him no matter. She didn't care he was a playboy, that she was never on his radar, he never cared about her in that way, that he was fucking engaged to someone or that he only showed interest in her when she came back and was finally upto his beauty standards. For God's sake, that guy was flirting with her while being engaged to someone even when he didn't recognize her. When she was in Rome he never even talked to her or showed any interest in her by even texts or calls. Still she was pathetic by thinking that he was the one. I mean ggirl you are attracted to his brother Zack and you fucking gave him your virginity, had a fling with him but still thought that you loved Brett. If this is not childish or immature, I don't know what is. She had Zack ready to give her everything but she was adamant on getting Brett and keeping it only casual with Zack, wow😑. Zack could have been such a perfect book boyfriend but the writer even ruined him at the end by the third break up. She just did it for the sake of doing it for adding a twist to the story but eventually ruined it. I couldn't even get how he changed his mind suddenly after everything and was ready to give Jenny up to his brother. I was fuming at the writer for that. Writer completely ruined the story for me.
THIS book! WOW what a page tuner. She’s loved Brett from afar all her life. She tries to end hers because she doesn’t think she live anymore which Brett not seeing her. Zack steps in the older brother to Brett and forges her a path in Paris. She returns years later and is a changed women one who is finally seen by Brett but now he’s engaged to another woman, But Jenny hasn’t given up hope yet. She is still drawn to Brett, she will do anything for his attentions. One night after a party at the estate Brett has an accident and is now unable to be around for a few days. Zack steps in and kisses Jenny now that’s the only thing she can think about, but that’s not sitting there ight with her since it’s always been Brett for her. But how a kiss can change how you feel towards someone. Now Zack sets up a contract in Rome for Jenny to keep the merger on track. Their time there they find themselves spending time together having a first night of true passion and now they can’t forget. They get back home and neither one can forget about the memories made in Rome, yet Zack is pushing Jenny into Brett when Zack is in love with Jenny. He’s pushing her away because he’s scared of feeling this way. Thank god Brett sees it and lets Zack finally have his happy ever after with Jenny. Now a wedding and baby are on the way!.
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First things first, this is basically a play by play of the movie Sabrina which I was looking forward to because I love that movie.
Well… the book is much more angsty and cringy than the movie. It’s a good thing I could never see inside “Zach’s” head in the movie because I would have hated him. For most of the book he is so completely cold, manipulative, and just a plain heartless liar. I legit hated him for most of this which made it a hard read for me. And how he treated her that last day and just threw money at her? F him! My heart broke for Jenny. If you like a bunch of angst you might like it though.
Something I thought was weird was that it was SO MUCH like the movie. Yeah some of the middle was messed with so our two mains could have no strings attached fun but other scenes, like the opening one, were EXACTLY the same. I mean, even the tiniest details. I don’t know I thought it was a little weird. Like are you allowed to be that close.
This thing tore me up. He didn’t figure out his feelings until the last minute so he treated her horribly. Ugh!
Iona Rose’s The Wrong Brother is an angsty, emotionally layered coming-of-age romance that follows Jenny—once the overlooked chauffeur’s daughter with a painfully obvious crush on Brett Jackson, the golden boy of the wealthy Jackson family. But as fate would have it, Jenny’s heartache and obsession take a dramatic turn after a near-tragedy and a three-year transformation abroad. When she returns, everything is different—except the complicated feelings lingering in the air.
This novel expertly walks the line between youthful longing and adult awakening. Jenny’s emotional journey is raw, and at times, deeply painful. Her transformation from an awkward, invisible girl into a confident, head-turning woman is empowering, but it’s not without consequence. While Brett finally sees her in a new light, it’s Zack—his older, brooding, emotionally guarded brother—who truly sees Jenny. And therein lies the tension that fuels the book’s best moments.
Rose does a strong job portraying class divides, family obligation, and the suffocating nature of unrequited love. Jenny is messy and relatable, and her struggles with identity, worthiness, and desire are treated with surprising depth. Zack is the standout male lead—stoic, watchful, and unexpectedly tender beneath the armor. Their subtle but growing tension creates a compelling slow burn that overshadows the shallow allure of Brett’s affections.
The first half leans heavily into teenage angst, but the pacing picks up after Jenny’s return from Paris. The emotional payoff is satisfying, especially as she begins to realize that chasing old dreams might not lead to happiness—but discovering unexpected love just might.
What Worked: Emotional depth and strong character growth A nuanced take on forbidden love and age/class dynamics Zack's character development and quiet intensity A satisfying shift from obsession to maturity
What Could Be Stronger: The beginning feels a bit drawn out with heavy teenage melodrama Some readers may find Jenny's early fixation on Brett overwhelming A few scenes feel repetitive in driving home class differences
The Wrong Brother is a romance rich in angst, transformation, and forbidden longing. Jenny’s emotional growth is the heart of the story, and while Brett plays the expected golden boy role, it’s Zack’s steady presence that makes this novel shine. If you enjoy stories where the heart doesn’t always want who the eyes chased first, this one will hit the mark.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Spice Level: Moderate Tropes: Brother’s Best Friend, Forbidden Love, Class Divide, Makeover Glow-Up, Slow Burn, Family Drama
My Rating System: 1⭐️: The book didn’t hold my interest and/or had significant issues that overshadowed any redeeming qualities for me, but generally not my cup of tea. Most likely did not finish the book. 2⭐️: The book didn’t quite resonate with me, and while my experience wasn’t remarkable, I did finish it. It had some redeeming qualities and potential but fell short in execution. Recommendable, though with some reservations. 3⭐️: Good read, but didn’t quite stand out. Still worth recommending to others. 4⭐️: Really enjoyed it and stayed engaged throughout. Would read the book again. Definitely recommendable. 5⭐️: Incredible writing that made me deeply connect with the characters. I was completely absorbed in the world and didn’t want it to end. This book stayed with me even when I wasn’t reading it. I'd gladly reread it and highly recommend it to everyone!
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Jenny was the daughter of the wealthy Jackson family’s chauffeur. She’d always had a crush on Brett the youngest son. Her father intervened and said he was going to send her to live with her grandparents. This upset her so much that she wrote a suicide note. Zach, the oldest brother found it and in an attempt to life her spirits got her a job as a model in a French fashion house. Three years in Paris transformed her into a gorgeous, confident woman. The book reminds me of the movie, Sabrina featuring Audrey Hepburn. Emotional and drama filled as she is torn between her life long love for Brett and her growing attraction for Zach. Zach is a workaholic and never had time or interest in a relationship. This was a good book with some twists. An HEA and no cliffhanger. I read a free arc via Bad Boy Updates and voluntarily chose to write a review.
From a young girl, Jenny has always loved Brett but he is now promised to another in order to cement a business deal. His elder brother Zack arranges a modelling contract overseas for Jenny in order to keep her away from Brett, but after sharing a kiss and more Zack and Jenny find it difficult to resist each other. Throughout their time together in Rome Brett’s name lingered in the background and I felt Jenny’s character was incredibly naive and that Zack was playing with her emotions. They got their HEA thanks to Brett knowing his brother better than himself. An emotional story that tugs at your heart strings.
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Jenny wanted to be with Brett when she was just a teenager but didn't understand that he was out of her league because her dad was employed as the driver for the family. When she got reckless in her pursuit of him, she was sent abroad to see the world and learn new things. Now she's back and still wants Brett however, Zach his older brother keeps getting in her way. Its not long before something grows between them. Will she pick with brother that sees the real her beyond the new look? Or the brother that only sees the superficial?
This is a great story that reminds me of a movie I watched growing up. This is a well written and very entertaining story. Its a book that any book lover would enjoy.
The basic story is good, but it gets lost in ambiguity and plot error typos. Jenny and Zack have been Sept each other since, as he says, she was a baby. The question is how old is he. The author alludes to this being an age gap romance, but nothing is definitive. Jenny is now 19 years old, but her obsession with Brett makes her seem like she is still 16. There is an undercurrent of sexual tension with Zack realizing he always had some feelings for her. This book would have been so much better if it was properly edited. The author should get a refund from the editing company. Shame on them. It was like they didn't read the book. I tried to let the author know, but got no response.
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This is a good romance and an updated version of the movie Sabrina. Jenny has a crush on Brett but doesn't realize how out of his league she is. Her father is their driver, and it will never go anywhere. Her father sends her to Paris and during the three years she is there, she grows up quite a bit. So much so that Brett doesn't recognize her. Brett's brother, Zach, keeps getting in the way of them being together so much so, she starts having feelings for him. Which brother will she choose? Well written and the storyline keeps moving. Enjoy.
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Jenny is the chauffeur 's daughter. She wants to be part of the estate she lives on but she never will. She also has had a crush on Brett, the warm affable brother, as opposed to Zack, the cold brother. When Zack tries to keep her away from Brett because he is suppose to get married so that a multi million dollar merger will occur. Brett is attracted to Jenny. Zack sets up Jenny for a modeling gig to get her away from Brett. This is a coming of age story. With Jenny finding herself and who she may actually love. It's also a time of revelations to Zack. The story flowed well. There was drama, misunderstanding, sexy time and coming of age.
What a great fast pace read! The plot had the right amount of angst mixed with the appropriate amounts of sweet and steamy. The storyline flowed smoothly throughout. I fell in love with Zack from the very beginning. Of course dark, alpha male gets me every time! I felt Jenny was still a little immature throughout the book. Their chemistry was pretty hot! I always felt Zack was better for Jenny than Brett. The ending left me wanting a little more excitement though the author did tie everything up in a nice little bow. I can’t wait to see what Iona Rose has for us next.
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Zach and Jenny. She was the chauffers daughter and she wanted the younger Jackson brother, Brett to notice her. Her father sent her to live at her grandmothers. But a Jackson weatly friend found her a job as a model in Paris. She returns to the Jackson estate and Brett notices her and doesnt know who she is. Zach interferes and gets her a modeling job in Rome which he attends with her. They have a connection and they fight it. Zach wants her to be happy. Loved this book and Sabrina. Wonderful story and wonderful charecters.
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It’s a cute book, but it was a bit confusing like in the beginning, where it showed her infraction with the other brother was really short, and then he came in out of nowhere and by he, I mean the older brother I believe I just think that this book is basically in my opinion, short in the beginning, and then it got longer and longer when it just focus on the main too, and then for the ending or towards the ending, kind of drama was involved with the other brother and honestly, I think that should’ve been beforehand. I don’t know. This book gave me confusing emotions.
Jenny’ s dad is the chauffeur for the Jackson family. Jenny has a teenage crush on Brett but she ends up getting sent to Paris to work for a modeling company. After three years Jenny comes back more beautiful and with more confidence. Jenny is thinking of finally getting Brett but his older brother Zack is very interested in Jenny. Will Jenny end up with Zach? Will Zach and Jenny make a great couple? Will Zach and Jenny find love and happiness? I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book via Bad Boy Update.
This wonderful story covers the personal growth of a young girl who is infatuated with one of the Jackson brothers whom her father works for. Feeling it is in appropriate he wants to send her away, but a family friend finds her a job abroad and her transformation and growth takes place. Now she is back as the new and improved version and wants to try her hands at getting the boy of her dreams, but it is the older brother that truly sees her. Will their relationship take them along the path to happiness.
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Loved this! This gave me Sabrina vibes, the 1954 classic movie. The chauffeur’s daughter, Jenny, has pined for one Brett, but has settled on being a friend. When she feels like her life is worth nothing without Brett, his older brother Zack steps in to change her life...he hopes for the better. As years go by Zack realizes that Jenny means more to him than a project to fix, he just has to make her see him the same way. I received this ARC from Bad Boy Updates.
Jenny and Zach are going to have you saying just a minute when someone is requesting you because this romance book is extremely hard to stop reading. Plus, once you are finished reading the romance book you might need a cold shower. Your next book boyfriend waits for you to swoon over right here and his name is Zach.
She wanted him to notice her but her father did not approve as he was a chauffeur and they were their bosses. She is sent to her grandparents where she gets a chance to go to Paris. She learns how to be so different and she soon goes home. She wants him to notice her but his brother also wants her. A brilliant read
I did enjoy this story and as I was reading it, I realised that I recognised this story but couldn't work out from where. Then it hit me - this is a retelling of Sabrina. I liked it but it was like reading the film but a little spicier.
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Yep. That trope. Jenny is the chauffeur’s daughter to the wealthy Jackson family. She yearns for Brett, the vapid, feckless playboy brother. He pops sends her to Paris where she transforms from a tomboy to a modem. Brett finally noticed her. So does his intense older brother, Zach.
Sometimes we think young love is forever and it is hard to move on from a feeling that you have felt all your life. I enjoyed seeing Zack spend time with Jenny and seeing his true feeling revelaed.
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Arc review for a honest review in my own words on a book I read. Wow this was a beautiful and wonderful story of a girl that was always on the outside waiting to belong ,but also has the girl who becomes the women.
This entertaining and engaging romance has great characters, drama, attraction, chemistry, family interference, albeit in a non-harmful way. There is maturation, a change in perception, realizations, and a chance of a HEA. I voluntarily read an ARC, and this is my honest review.
Oh, I want myself a Zack Jackson, intense, romantic, driven, passionate the list goes on! The Wrong Brother is a rollercoaster of emotions and powerplays and it's a rollercoaster well worth the ride.
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Cute love story over all. Characters are simple and the plot is simple but good. Wish the main female didn’t feel the need to be high society and rich in order to be worthwhile. But over all pretty good short read.
An intriguing storyline made this book a fascinating read. I loved every minute of the drama between them. I found myself hooked by the believable chemistry amid the riveting scenes. Great read.
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