I was really looking forward to this, and while I did enjoy myself, it didn't quite meet my expectations. I liked the premise, the characters and the stakes - but it just never fully hit in the way I thought it was going to. I've been reading these two authors for awhile now, and for the most part their books are hits, but every once in a while - one just falls a little flat.
That being said, if there were to ever be a second book - I'd pick it up for sure!

Oh this was spectacular. It's got found family, heists (!!!), a cute romance, and a kickass clever protagonist. This was so much fun, and it's exactly what I wanted it to be. I am just such a sucker for heist books, and I don't think I've ever not liked one because it is such a fun premise. I really liked this a lot. I really liked the characters, especially Olivia. What a mastermind. The comp title of the inheritance games is so accurate- it's got the twists and the drama and the cleverness of the inheritance games series, with its own interesting characters. Seriously I just thought this was great.

What do you do when your multi-million dollar father kicks you and your mom out of his house–and cuts you out of his will–because he was having an affair? You decide to get revenge. Seventeen year old Olivia plans an elaborate heist, finds all the right people for her team to do the job, and is set to steal what is rightfully hers during her father’s marriage ceremony. Of course, nothing about this job is easy or goes according to plan, but that’s what makes this book one you can’t put down. The plot is full of twists and turns, and will keep surprising you until the very end.

Top Five Reasons to Read Heiress Takes All
5. Multiple Subplots – no boring here
4. Lighthearted crazy fun – highly entertaining
3. Revenge in the form of a big heist
2. Romantic tension
and the number one reason to read Heiress Takes All….
1. Twists galore every time something goes wrong (which is often)

I thoroughly enjoyed this fun, fast-paced young adult heist novel. The diverse group of characters assembled to assist the protagonist in pulling off the heist were unique and had engaging personalities that added depth to the story. I also appreciated the charming second-chance romance subplot, which brought an extra layer of emotion to the narrative. Set against the backdrop of her father's wedding day, the plot was filled with exciting twists and turns that kept me hooked from start to finish.

This was so much fun! A group of teens plan to steal millions at a wedding and chaos ensues.

I loved the characters in this, they were funny and smart and mismatched in a way that helped the crew come together to make this plan work. The pacing is quick and there were a couple times I chuckled at the antics, especially parts with a certain "Assface" involved.

This was a hit for me and I hope others will check it out!

I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All opinions are my own. Thank you to Little Brown Books and NetGalley for the copy.

Olivia's dad is getting remarried--again--and the seventeen year-old his less than thrilled. After she ratted him out to her mom for cheating, he kicked her and her mother out of the mansion she grew up in. Determined to get revenge and her rightful place as heiress, she sets out to perform the heist of the century at his next wedding. Olivia and a diverse crew of fellow would-be thieves infiltrate the wedding to show her dad who really is the criminal mastermind and get a few million along the way, all while trying not to run into her cheating ex-boyfriend, her dad's new bride, and the most annoying family friends.

Heist books are all the rage right now, and this one fits right in. It's a bit bonkers, and requires substantial suspension of disbelief, but if you lean in, it's pretty fun. Very much not your typical Austin and Emily novel, even compared to their YA reads, and not quite the same level of prose as their adult books, but there's no denying that it's an exciting journey.

Thanks to the novl for my ARC and Storygram Tours for my finished copy, in addition to Little Brown and the authors! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4 stars -7/10

Thanks so much to Emily Wibberley, Austin Suegemund- Broka, & Little, Brown Books for Young Readers for the eARC of this books. It was such a quick and easy read for me. I loved this one and definitely recommend it anyone who loves a good mystery!

Heiress Takes All is one of those books that you really want to love and end up really liking it instead. It’s a fun adventure that gets a little slow in places, but keeps you engaged nonetheless.

Authors Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka have plotted out an intricate story that does keep you guessing. Their characters are varied, though some members of the supporting cast is more realized than others.

The story unfolds from Olivia’s point of view. And through her view, you get sort of a George Clooney laying things out in Ocean’s Eleven vibe. She’s a character who knows when to pivot, and that makes for some interesting setups.

Revenge is at the heart of Heiress Takes All, though other themes betrayal, trust, socioeconomic disparity, and forgiveness also come into play. There’s a touch of romance, too, but it all circles around the heist.

The plot of Heiress Takes All is fairly over the top, which lends to its cinematic feel. And the ending leaves room for further stories where things could become grander.

Heiress Takes All is a fairly fast read that should appeal to fans of mysteries or thrillers with a touch of comedy thrown in for good measure.

If you are looking for a book that is a quick, uncomplicated read, this might be one to add to your list. The pace is active, and Olivia is quite high strung. However, you do need to spend disbelief for the majority of the book, And there are numerous potholes and unanswered questions. While there were twists, there were too many. They veered off, creating subplots that weren't really needed, and that takes the attention away from the main story.



Possible Trigger Warnings: swearing, parental neglect, cheating, mentions of sex

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this read. This was an okay read for me. I like this author duo so I wanted to read this book but it was a bit young for me but it was still okay. I don’t want to rate it low because I think I may not be the audience for it. I still think it was okay though.

This book was refreshing and fun. It was however also perfection. I love found family books. And schemes. And cake. And love. AND REVENGE! so good!

On to who I would cast in this story:
King Madeleine Arthur
Queen Emme Myers
Knight Ross Butler
Rook Jonathan Daviss
Pawn Matt Dave Lewis
Kevin (🦸🏻‍♂️) Trevor Flanagan
Lexi Florence Pugh Jackson (🥹) Rudy Pankow Maureen Dove Cameron
Dash (as much as I hate to do it) Theo James 😔

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read and review!!

“I really shouldn’t have worn heels to my very first heist. ”
Here are reasons to read the YA Mystery book:

Banished Daughter - Olivia and her mother have been banished from her affluent father’s house after he cheated
Wedding - and now he is getting remarried. So during Olivia cooks up the ultimate revenge plan
Heist - she puts together a heist with a few acquaintances in order to get the money that she needs to put her family’s life back together.

I was so ready to read this heist book, and overall it was a solid read. It’s about found family, smart women, and just a lot of fun. In general I think the book could benefit from tightening up the storyline, but I really didn’t mind some issues I had because I enjoyed the ride so much. If YA mystery is your jam, consider this one.

3.5/5⭐

I LOVE a good heist story and this one was so much fun! I don't read a lot of YA these days but even as an adult I really enjoyed this. It was fast-paced and silly and entertaining with a really likeable crew of characters (and even the not-so-likeable ones end up growing on you!), and I would totally read another book about their future adventures.

The interactions between the characters, the romance side-plot, and all the unexpected twists made this a very bingeable read, while also providing room for character development. I appreciated Olivia's complicated feelings about her dad - families are tricky! - and she was very easy to root for as a heroine.

I recommend this for those looking for an entertaining, lighthearted read with lots of drama and subplots that doesn't take itself too seriously. I've had my eye on these authors for a while and look forward to reading more from them!

3.5 rounded to 4

Olivia gets a crew together to plan and execute a heist. The target? Her lying, cheating, deadbeat dad who is also a zillionaire, and about to marry his latest mistress.

I hoped it would be funnier, but given the subject--a rotten excuse for a parent--I ought to have expected a lot of emotional fallout, which is well described. And that's kind of the point of the book, rather than the heist, which works because the author is shaping the story. There is also romance; a fun read for a certain mood, but not a *funny* one.

This was such a good story. I felt like I got sucked into it super fast, and it kept my attenion for a really long time. Usually YA books are hit or miss for me, but this one really stuck. I don't think I finished a book this quick in awhile! If you're a big fan of 'what could go wrong will go wrong' type of books, with some drama splash in, and a pinch of revenge, you'll adore this book too!

5 Reasons to Read

Heists

This book was so much fun! Very reminiscent of an Ocean’s 11 movie. What would you do if your millionaire dad just dropped you from the family one day as if you didn’t exist? Why not take his money? And at his next wedding for that matter? That is exactly what Olivia has been planning to do for months! She may not be an heiress anymore but she’s not going to let that stop her from taking back what she’s owed!

Family Drama

Olivia’s father would never win father of the year. Olivia had a difficult time trying to make him love her and finally realizes it’s just not possible. Now he’s getting married for the second time since divorcing her mom and she’s decided it’s time to get back at him for all the years he treated her and her mom like they didn’t exist. She’s not the only family in attendance at the wedding though, and she ends up learning much more about the family she never really felt like she fit into.

Secrets & Blackmail

The heist was going as planned until things weren’t. Olivia finds her plan falling apart quickly when she walks into her father’s study and see’s someone she’d never thought she’d see again. With cryptic messages from her cousin and the name of someone she’s never heard before found in her father’s study, Olivia is starting to realize there are many more secrets than she’d anticipated. Now other people are popping up in her way as she’s trying to pull off this heist and some of them are willing to blackmail Olivia to get a piece of the pie.

Teamwork

Olivia brings quite the band of misfits together to implement The Plan. It was fun learning how she identified each person to play which role in her master plan. It helps having two lives, one rich and one poor, to pull people from. Each has a motive for money and by the end of the book there’s additional players on the chess board and the motives have gone beyond just hitting her dad financially.

Plot Twists

I enjoyed the end of this one. There were so many little twists and turns from beginning to end. It was great seeing how with each piece of Olivia’s plan fell apart, she was able to redirect in the moment. She was determined to complete her plan and make her father pay. This will keep you on your toes from beginning to end all why you’re having fun! I hope we get to see more heists from Emily and Austin in the future!

Heiress Takes All by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, 368 pages. Little, Brown Books, 2024. $15.
Language: R (79 swears, 6 “f”); Mature Content: PG13; Violence: PG
BUYING ADVISORY: HS - OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH
Two years ago, Olivia’s parents divorced—and the prenup they had signed meant that Olivia and her mom were kicked out of the house with nothing. Olivia (17yo) doesn’t care about being an heiress, but her mom deserves to not be drowning in bills. When the perfect opportunity presents itself, Olivia puts together a crew to steal the money they need from the man who took it from them.
I love a good heist, and this team of teenagers scheme, manipulate, and improvise with the best of them. There are so many hidden agendas and unforeseen obstacles that I never knew for certain whether The Plan would work. Overall, it was an entertaining ride that occasionally stressed me out as much as it did Olivia.
Olivia is implied White, Cassidy is described as “cream pale,” Deonte is Black, and there are some Swiss family members mentioned. The mature content rating is for alcohol use, illegal activity, kissing, innuendo, and mentions of drugs and sex. The violence rating is for mentions of bombs.
Reviewer: Carolina Herdegen

Heiress Takes All by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka is a fast-paced, heist story that makes me think of a young adult version of Ocean’s 11. I’m a sucker for heist books, so this was right up my alley. I loved the premise, and while some of the parts were a little ridiculous or ones I guessed ahead of time, it was still a fun read.

What struck me while reading this Olivia was a main character that should be hated but she was so well put together with a backstory and reasons so strong why she had to do what she had to I was 100% rooting for her and team to succeed and that is due to the fantastic writing talents of Emily & Austin.

I was hooked by the first chapter what a brilliant way to start a book and they kept that momentum throughout with so many twists and turns it made my head wobble but the last twist was utter genius as was using chess pieces as code names

I'm hoping that this will not be the last that we see Olivia and team.

For all the above reasons The Heiress Takes All receives 4 stars