I'm reading the Dead Yard and I'm not so sure about it. Sure, it has some really interesting perspective, but it really feels like the author doesn't like Jamaica. And he keeps interviewing people who don't like it either. I don't know...

I just read Jamaica Girl by Jon Michael Miller. It's got some controversial elements but I really enjoyed it. It's quite racy though! I'm pretty sure it is out of print but you can get a used copy for about $12 on amazon.