The Heiress read more as a family drama than a thriller. After a point, nothing that was revealed came as a surprise. All of the characters seemed a bit flat. All of them were unlikeable and I did not care about any of them by the end of the book. There was a theme throughout the book that these people did anything they wanted at the cost of others without remorse or consequences. They very often use the money as a fixer to get away with their sins. None of them was better than the other. I appreciate the ARC

I really enjoyed this fast-reading book. Thank you so much for the copy! I would recommend this book to anyone looking for an interesting story and late-night readings.

Thanks NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an advanced copy of this publication.

Highly recommend. This book will take over your time! Excellent storyline and characters that slip you into their lives and wont let you move.

Don't skip out on this one.

Written in a classic form, we get a family tale with all the twists and turns, agreements and betrayals so often found in gothic novels.

Oh. My. God. I could NOT put this one down. I was so captivated by this story that I finished the whole book in one day. Haven’t done that in a while! The casual dropping of so many of the twists had me rereading to make sure I was comprehending correctly!! My fav book by this author by far!!

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for providing me this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you, net galley, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
True to Rachel Hawkins form, this one was full of twists and turns from the start! I couldn’t put it down. I loved the development of all of the characters, the changes in points of view, and the short chapters! This was a great read.

I usually really enjoy anything Rachel Hawkins, but The Heiress unfortunately was not my cup of tea. I found it to be confusing at times, and it just didn’t gel together for me. 3/5 stars. I’ll definitely give her future books another try though, because she’s a great author.

Buckle in because this book will take you for a ride! Deception, greed, and manipulation, this book blends everything together with the skill of a Michelin star chef. Hawkins is the master at weaving together multiple points of view. She begins with the sensational headline of a missing heiress Ruby who is found and reunited back with her family. But poor Ruby does not have a fairy tale life. She is a widow four times over and eventually adopts an orphan boy named Cam. He flees to live a simple life with his wife Jules but is eventually called back to reunite with his rich family to settle legal affairs since he is the sole heir to an enormous fortune. Then through a series of letters we learn family secrets from Ruby who is deceased. I could not put this book down! Love Rachel Hawkins writing style and can't wait to read more from her.

Thank you net galley and publisher for this ARC. This is the first book I've read by Rachel Hawkins and wow this book had so many twists and layers that I didn't expect. Initially the book was a little hard to get into and slow, but then I enjoyed it more.

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins kept me interested, but dragged a bit throughout. The ending also felt far fetched and unsatisfying. Still an enjoyable read overall.

Honestly, the first half of this book just felt like it dragged on, but then it really picked up and got good!

This was super hard to put down. I loved all the mysteries throughout the book, but there were a couple times that it was almost too convoluted to follow at times. I love Rachel Hawkins’ writing style. It is very engaging and entertaining.

Thanks Netgalley and publisher for the digital copy in exchange for my honest review!

If you enjoy thrillers with:
-Multiple POVs
-Dual timelines
-Twisted family history...
Then this book is for you.

I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and found this bingeworthy and unputdownable. The setting of the mysterious yet claustrophobic Ashby House was intriguing and ominous. I had read the author's previous work, "The Wife Upstairs" and found I enjoyed the Heiress even more. This grabbed my attention from the beginning and I found myself reading late into the night. I definitely recommend.

I have to say that my expectations for this book were not quite the same as what it turned out to be. This read more as a family drama than a thriller. After a point, nothing that was revealed came as a surprise. All of the characters seemed a bit flat and unrounded to me. All of them were unlikeable and I did not care about any of them by the end of the book. There was a theme throughout that these people did anything they wanted at the cost of others without remorse or consequences. They very often use the money as a fixer to get away with their sins. None of them was better than the other. Perhaps that was the point that the author was going for, but I found it ponderous and a bit trite. To me, the book never quite made the promise that was set up in the blurb.

In "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins, a riveting tale unfolds as Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore's death sets off a chain of revelations. Her wealth and infamous history cast a shadow over the town of Tavistock. When her adopted son, Camden, shuns his inheritance, the story takes an unexpected turn.

Years later, Cam and his wife, Jules, return to the McTavish world at Ashby House. The estate holds secrets about Ruby's past, her four mysterious husbands, and Cam's adoption. The narrative skillfully navigates family bonds and buried truths.

For thriller enthusiasts, "The Heiress" is a captivating choice. With its suspenseful plot, intricate characters, and relentless pacing, the novel keeps you engaged from start to finish. Dive into this gripping mystery where legacies are more than money, and family secrets are starting to be revealed.

Thank you to NetGalley and St.Martin’s Press for the eARC! I’m a big fan of Rachel Hawkins’ writing style. The short chapters and turns her stories take make for an addictive reading experience. I’ve enjoyed all of her previous thrillers but this may be my favorite yet! Who doesn’t love a mysterious and alluring heiress and her family that clearly has secrets to be uncovered. I loved the letters from Ruby, the aforementioned heiress. This was a great, quick read! Rachel Hawkins doesn’t disappoint! I also loved the Easter egg mention of Aestas, an album by one of the characters in Hawkins’ precious thriller: The Villa.
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Oh wow! Loved the pacing, the story, the setting, the characters, EVERYTHING. What an amazing read. I won’t try to give a synopsis as I don’t want to confuse anyone, but just know it is mystery involving money and southern charm ;). I kept trying to figure out the plot twists and I failed miserably every time. At first, I was unsure about the alternating POVs between Jules, Cam, and Ruby but it all came together beautifully at the end. 5/5 ⭐️

Thank you, St. Martin’s Press, Netgalley and Rachel Hawkins for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Next Read: The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins.
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I just finished this today. In The Heiress, we follow Cam and his wife Jules. Cam was adopted by a very wealthy woman, Ruby. Ruby is the first born daughter of the McTavish Family. When she was a toddler she got lost in the woods and another family found her. Her family paid a lot of money to get her back. Back to the present, Ruby’s family doesn’t take kindly to the entire McTavish fortune being left to this “interloper.” Cam entually leaves and starts his own life with Jules. But he is drawn back to the house and all the secrets it’s holds after Ruby dies.

This is a page turner!!! There are a couple dumb plot holes (thus I only gave it 4 stars instead of 5). I am amazed by Hawkins’ imagination and The Heiress runs a very close second in my opinion to The Villa!

I love #rachelhawkins books. I particularly enjoyed her last one The Villa. I feel it was her best. The Heiress is scheduled to publish in January 2024.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced reading copy of this amazing title!

What a fun, addictive, and clever read! Full of twists and turns, a captivating mystery, and interesting characters, this quick-paced read is one you will not be able to put down.

The book is told from three POV's: Ruby, Camden, and Jules.

Ruby McTavish is the notorious heiress of the McTavish riches and Ashby House. Ruby passes away prior to the events of the book, so her POV is told through letters. This woman is wild and her letters will take you on a crazy journey!

Camden is Ruby's adopted son, who inherits the massive McTavish fortune, Years prior to the events of the novel, Cam moves away. He is completely estranged from his family and wants nothing to do with them.

Jules is Cam's wife. Jules had a rough childhood, growing up in poverty. When Cam agrees to return to Ashby House to help sort out the family problems, Jules feels hopeful. She might finally have a chance at a better life.

We also meet Cam's estranged relatives. When I say every character in this book is hiding something, I truly mean it. This book will keep you on your toes, trying to determine the truth. The author does a great job making the reader emphasize with the characters - I was definitely rooting for Cam and Jules!

I actually enjoyed the multiple POV's. They flowed super well and really helped to develop the mystery and plot. The ending was satisfying and well planned.

Thank you St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.w

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins
Publishing date - 01/09/24
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Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for this eARC. A gothic , suspense thriller about an adopted son, who returns to his home in North Carolina, to deal with the aftermath of an inheritance he does not want. This one is by far my favorite book by Rachel Hawkins. This mystery is told in 3 different points of view (Ruby, Cam, and Jules) so many twists and turns. Couldn’t put this one down. Highly recommend it when it releases January 9th 2024.