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2002 Trade paperback First edition. Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 368 p. Audience: General/trade. Ties That Bind introduces us to the ... rich and prominent Fuller family from Richmond, Virginia; the Denison family from picturesque Hilton Head Island and Glendale Shores, South Carolina; the Wainwright and Murdoch families of Miami, Florida and the Haywood family from Knoxville, Tennessee. Children from each of these families attend Howard University during the 1960s, establishing life-long friendships and intimate relationships. Randolph Fuller falls in love with Jenna Haywood despite the misgivings and interference of his wealthy paternal grandmother who has paired Randolph with another woman of her choosing. Randolph's maternal grandmother however, accepts the union and spins her mystical power upon the couple using the island of Glendale Shores as her trump card. Grandmother Fuller has also paired Ross, Randolph's brother, with a woman of her choosing but it is R Read more Show Less

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Overview

It all started in college, in the turbulent sixties, when Randolph and Jenna became lovers. Randolph knew the moment he saw Jenna Haywood that he had to make her his. But the path to love is not an easy one. His wealthy Grandmother Julia disapproves of the match and unbeknowst to him, his brother's seemingly docile fiancee has a few plans of her own that she would like to set in motion. Betrayal and devastation lurks in unexpected places and tests the bond they believed was unbreakable. As they struggle with love and passion, secrets and lies the question is: Is love enough to help them see each other through the storms that await them ahead?

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A sordid betrayal lies at the heart of Ties That Bind, a novel by Brenda Jackson (Family Reunion) spanning 35 years in the lives of two couples who become friends at Howard University in the 1960s. Randolph Fuller's wife, Angela, had to drug him to get him to sleep with her, but in the end she got her way: she became pregnant and forced Randolph to leave his true love, the modest, bookish Jenna. But 12 years later, Randolph and Angela are separated, Jenna conveniently widowed and the old lovers have an opportunity to start over. Jackson also follows the more sedate lives of Randolph's friends Noah and Leigh Wainwright and the various couplings of their offspring. In spite of all the action, the book offers a resounding moral: cheaters and sluts never prosper.
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Jackson (A Family Reunion) sets her new work on a 1960s college campus, where there's plenty of talk about the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement. Still, personal problems loom largest, as four friends form a tight bond to help one another get through final exams, love affairs, and broken hearts. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780312306113
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Press
  • Publication date: 11/9/2002
  • Edition description: First Edition
  • Pages: 368
  • Sales rank: 695,261
  • Product dimensions: 6.45 (w) x 8.36 (h) x 1.00 (d)

Meet the Author

Brenda Jackson
Brenda Jackson

Brenda Jackson is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of numerous novels, including the Westmorelands series and, from St. Martin’s Press, Some Like It Hot, Taste of Passion and The Playa's Handbook, among others. She was the first African-American author to have a book published under the Harlequin/Silhouette Desire line of books and the first African-American romance author to make USA Today's Bestseller's List and the New York Times Bestseller's List for the series romance genre. Jackson has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Jacksonville University, and worked for thirty-seven years in management at a major insurance company. She now divides her time between family, writing and traveling. She has been married for thirty-seven years to her childhood sweetheart, Gerald, and they have two sons. She lives in the city where she was born, Jacksonville, Florida.

Reading Group Guide

1. Who was your favorite character in the book? Who was your least favorite? Why?

2. Do you think Ross should have see through Angela's duplicity?

3. Do you think the love Jenna and Randolph shared was special? Why?

4. Did Julia Fuller have the right to interfere in her grandsons' lives?

5. Did you see Ross as weak because he was more tolerant of his grandmother's interferences than Randolph?

6. Do you think Jenna did the right thing by breaking off her engagement with Randolph when Angela got pregnant?

7. Should Randolph and Noah have stopped looking for Ross' daughter years ago? Why or why not?

8. Do you think the historical detail was critical to the story? Why or why not?

9. Should Randolph have told Trey the truth years ago instead of letting him think the worst about him and Jenna?

10. Did Trey handle the situation properly in dealing with his mother once he discovered all the things she had done? Why or why not?

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  • Posted January 25, 2012

    a good read!

    Love Brenda Jackson's writing style, an excellent author. Ties That Bind was a novel filled with plenty drama. I really enjoyed it.

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  • Posted May 18, 2011

    A must read book

    This book is so good. I've read it a couple years ago this book is my favorite

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  • Posted July 21, 2010

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    Great Love Story

    This is a true love story. If you believe the cliche "If you let love go and it returns then it's meant to be", then this book is for you.

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  • Posted February 17, 2009

    My cousin said I would love Ms. Jackson....she was right!

    After reading tons of Nora Roberts books, I thought I would never love another writer as much...I was wrong. Ms. Jackson, shares Ms. Roberts ability to "tell a great story" through great character development and intrigue of story line.

    The difference for me is that Ms. Jackson uses Black characters....people you can get to know; like- dislike; love-hate; care about; worry about and ultimately miss at the end of the story. The subject matter in "Ties That Bind" love, innocence, loss, family, betrayal, reconciliation blend together wonderfully, to introduce the reader to conditions, circumstances, people, plots and outcomes you can beleive in and experience first hand.

    It is so refreshing to experience connection with charactrers who are wonderful - or not so wonderful - but with whom you can share a common identity -in this case being Black. This 'tie' adds a new and 'binding' connection to the characters and the story for this reader. I suspect, however, not being Black does not leave one cold or even at a disadvantage....the impact is still significant and the experience well worth the cost in time and money!

    I look forward to my next Brenda Jackson read. I think I have found another 'best writer' for me to discover and experience!

    PWM
    Jacksonvolle, FL

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 18, 2008

    One of the best novels in the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I read this book long, long, long time ago. I still want to read it again like it was that first that i pick it up.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 2, 2007

    A reviewer

    I thought that this book was a compelling romantic love story that must be enjoyed by any and everyone! It was sad the amount of time lost throughout the novel. But at the end all the suffering and tragety could not tear down the love that the couple shared. I only wish I could experience the love they shared together with my special someone whom has yet to show his face. Wonderful read.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 17, 2006

    Crafty, Edgy and Creatively Written

    What a crafty, cleverly written and thought-provoking novel. Ms. Jackson does a wonderful job of giving detail when and where needed. She shows us that even people with money, power and success have hang-ups and intro-racism. Yet the story is truly laced with love, commitment and devotion and dedication. She renews our faith in what it takes and means to be in love and all that it entails. If you've been blessed enough to have found your soulmate or are looking then this book is for you. While reading this story you'll meet some wonderfully powerful characters such as, Jenna, Randolph, Noah, Leigh, Johnny, Elle and a host of others you won't soon forget. Make sure you share this one with others.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 28, 2007

    Couldn't Put It Down

    I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Brenda Jackson is definitely a master of the written word. Couldn't stop until I was finished. Enjoyed the romance between all the couples but especially Jenna and Randolph. It was a story that contained so many things, history, love, suspense, betrayal, corruption, happiness and it spanned almost 50 years of family and friends. It should be a mini-series.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 23, 2006

    breath taking

    this book was the most romantic love story i have ever read it was filled with tears laughs and everything else you can think of brenda you did a great job i can read this book over and over again i recommend this book to everyone

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 5, 2006

    Make Me A Movie Please!

    This is by far the best romance novel I have read in a long time. It was a very easy read! Once you start, you will not be able to stop. I absolutely loved this book. Brenda, if you have to pick a book for a movie....CHOOSE THIS ONE!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 12, 2006

    The Best

    This book is THE Best romantic/drama book I have ever read. I think if you love romantic books that are good and actually have a plot than you have to read this book. Brenda Jackson always write good books, but I think this is her best. WARNING: Once you open this book it's going to be really diffcult to put it down.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 31, 2005

    Ur left with nothing to do but turn the page

    I loved this book, i found myself not being able to put this book down. Romance, betrayal, history, trust and so much more are all encompassed into this delightful book. One of the best book i've ever read.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 16, 2005

    I absolutley loved it

    This has got to be one of the best stories I have read in a long time. Her transition from past loves to new ones and the actual story itself really made the book what it is. I loved it and I suggest ones who havent read it to hop to it!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 4, 2005

    Ridiculous!!!!!!

    I started reading this book yesturday and I can't put it down. Although I'm not finished with it yet, I couldn't help but write a review. This book is ridiculously remarkable. It's beautiful. I just graduated from high school last month, and I wonder if I may find my true love next year. Please read this book, you'll love it!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 20, 2005

    Brenda Jackson At Her Best !!!

    I have read about 20 Brenda Jackson books. I think this one is simply the best I laughed and I cried. At some points I was wondering how could I get so emotional just reading a book. Brenda makes you feel you know these people, and so many things that happen you can relate to. She really does a wonderful job adding history into this book making you remember the past and enlighting you on things you didn't know. I cannot say enough about this book. This women is a totally gifted writer. She has really been given a gift from god. I look forward to reading many more of her books.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 6, 2004

    ROMANCE AT IT'S BEST

    I am not one who reads all the time, but when I picked up this book I could not put it down. I loved Randolph's character, it was refreshing to read about a man with such conviction for a woman. I also loved and cried when Jenna step aside in spite of her dislike for Angela and because of her love for Randolph. I felt as if I knew these characters. The way Mrs. Jackson describs the looks and the chemistry between these two is dramatic. You get swept away in their lives. Hats off to Mrs. Jackson. This is truly a novel for our times.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 26, 2004

    Outstanding and greatly Recommended

    I've read 4 other books written by Brenda Jackson, but this one really hit home with the history of African Americans,the love,the disagreements, and the determination of all the characters in the book. After picking it up I couldn't put it down and was up till 3:00 in the morning trying to finish it to see how it ended. Excellent book!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 10, 2004

    The best book ever

    I thought this was the best book ever...i went to the library and i only went for one book and i decided and to get two, me being a 'teenager' aka young adult the cover attracted me and their color (african-american). which my heirtage interests me, i got the book even though i thought it would be something i wouldn't like.Once i started reading i couldnt put the book down for more than 5 mins and i dont even like reading, i recommed everyone to read this book.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 12, 2004

    Outstanding Loving

    I could not put this book down! I just had to know how it ended and it ended just breath taking. I had to read it twice! I highly recommended this book!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 4, 2004

    Love Conquers All

    This book was a love story and also a lesson in african american history...The love that all of the 'genuine' couples had for each other gave you hope that true love does still reside in our society. Brenda Jackson is a marvelous author and historian...

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