A bit of a slow start, but when it picks up speed it rollicks along with the reader firmly grasped in its teeth. Twisty and turny, a great weekend read.

The Inheritance is proof that you can change your mind about a book! For me, it started off a little slow and a little heavy on the family drama as a very wealthy Southeast Asian family gathers to celebrate the anniversary of their matriarch and patrirarch.

Mr and Mrs Agarwal are on a private Scottish island with their three children and two significant others. There's lots of shade-throwing and each character has some things they are keeping from the others.

The ending was far more dramatic. Just like the remote Scottish island on which it is set, it takes some time to get there but is well worth the trip.

4 stars!!Thank you to NetGalley for this arc. This book takes you on a wild week-long trip with the Agarwal family as they gather at their oldest daughter Mira’s property in Scotland to celebrate their parents’ anniversary and their dad’s upcoming retirement.

The family includes Raj and Shalini, their three kids—Mira, Aseem (and his wife Zoe), and their youngest, Aisha. At first glance, they seem like a picture-perfect family, but trust me, they are anything but. Everyone has secrets, including the parents, and as the layers peel back, the drama, tension, and even murder make for an unforgettable read.

If you’re into juicy family drama that includes a murder, this one’s for you. It could see this as a TV show, in the best way! So entertaining, I couldn’t put it down.

Every family has their secrets - but how far will one go to protect them?

The Inheritance is Trisha Sakhlecha’s debut thriller here in the US, and I think she’s going to create a lot of buzz with this one! A rich family gets together on a private island but instead of a happy reunion, one of them ends up murdered.

If you’re into locked room mysteries and dysfunctional families, you’ll be in for a treat! I would categorize this as more of a family drama with suspense rather than a thriller. While it was a slow burn, I enjoyed the characterization and did NOT see the twists coming. (Please check TW before reading)

Thank you Penguin Group Viking for providing me an eARC through NetGalley!

Did not finish book. Stopped at 30%.
I am a third of the way through and the only thing that has happened in this story is a bunch of spoiled brat characters complaining about how they have blown millions of dollars and need their billionaire father to retire and sell the company so he can give them money. There is nothing at this point in the story that makes the reader want to continue reading.

Who do you trust when you can’t trust your own family? THE INHERITANCE by Trisha Sakhlecha delves into the secrets we keep from each other and the lies we tell to ourselves.

Gathering on a privately owned remote island off the coast of Scotland, the Agarwals gather for a long awaited family reunion. Raj, patriarch and business tycoon of multimillion dollar PetroVision has an announcement he wants to make. His wife, Shalini, is looking forward to Raj finally announcing his retirement. After he suffered a stroke four years ago and was bedridden for 18 months, she feels it is time for him to pass on the reigns and for the two of them to enjoy their hard won retirement. Oldest son, Aseem, is the apparent heir to the company and ran it during the time that his father was ill. He and wife Zoe live in India where she posts #InstaPerfectLife, which in truth is all lies. Myra, the Golden Child, owner of the island and host of the reunion is drowning in debt and close to bankrupt. And rounding out the family is Aisha, party girl who likes to cause trouble wherever she goes. When Raj finally makes his announcement everyone’s future plans are left in the dust and the cracks on their facades begin to show. And then someone winds up dead. But who, how and why?

I love any book with luxurious surroundings and people living beyond any means I could imagine. This book had all those things in spades. Mostly dysfunctional dynamics and somewhat of a mystery, it kept me turning page well into the night. The writing was smooth, clear and concise which led to a very enjoyable read. I was shocked to learn that this is by a relatively new author as it came together so intricately, I had expected a much more seasoned author. I can’t wait to see where she takes me next.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House for this ARC opportunity. All opinions are my own and given voluntarily.

Thank you Netgalley for this ARC of The Inheritance by Trisha Sakhlecha.

The Agarwals are a wealthy family, reuniting on a remote Scottish island to discuss what will become of the family money once the patriarch passes away. But each member of the family is holding on to a painful secret, secrets that could become deadly if discovered...

I really enjoyed the slow fleshing out of each character, which added to the growing tension as the book developed. But maybe it was a bit TOO slow moving? Otherwise, great story, lots of unexpected moments, and that's all I'll say about that!

I loved this layered family saga with a thriller mixed into it. It started off slow but the pace picked up and evened out throughout the book. I honestly wasn’t sure who to believe in this family. I wasn’t sure if they were all lying or what! This was a standout thriller that thriller lovers will love!

It took me a bit to get into this book. I was wanting more twists and thrills throughout the book but the ending definitely made up for it!

This is a family psychological thriller and this family is full of secrets!

I would be interested to read more from this author.

I did not enjoy this book. There were too many annoying relatives and way too much squabbling between them all. Thank you to NetGalley and Pamela Dorman Books for the complementary ARC. This review is my own opinion and not coerced in any way.

How far would your family go to protect you? That is the question as the discussion over selling the family business proceeds. Each of the three remaining children have homes and dreams for their future inheritance. They have come together on a remote Scottish island to learn of their father’s plan. When the father announces he will not be retiring and selling the business, secrets start to unravel. Will the secrets explode the family or bring them closer in a shared new secret?

I really wanted to enjoy this story more than I did. Nothing really happens except for family drama for most of the book. I do plan on reading more from this author.

⭐️⭐️⭐️

I almost DNF’d this book a few times—the pacing was slow and felt off, making it drag longer than necessary. The luxurious island setting and family drama had potential, but the story took too long to build momentum. That said, the ending had me fuming—but in a way that I’m confident the author intended. It was dramatic and frustrating. If you can push through the slower sections, the payoff is worth it, but be prepared for a bumpy ride along the way.

Thank you, NetGalley and Penguin Group Viking, for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

First thank you to Penguin books/viking and NetGalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫3.5 stars

Synopsis: raj is the patriarch of a multimillion dollar empire is ready to finally announce his successor. The family gathers on their private island to learn their fate in more ways than one.

What I liked: I loved that this was an Indian family and the cultural norms that came with that. The characters especially the younger sister Aisha were really interesting. There was a lot going on and sometimes I felt it was too much. I also didn’t feel very connected to the characters so struggled a bit with the length of the book. I especially had a hard time with Zoe and her Instagram lifestyle and complaints against how the family treated her.

Dark, addictive, and full of jaw-dropping twists, The Inheritance by Trisha Sakhlecha is a gripping thriller that fans of The Guest List and Big Little Lies will devour!

Set against the eerie and atmospheric backdrop of a secluded Scottish island, this novel dives deep into the tangled web of family secrets, greed, and betrayal. The Agarwals, a wealthy and powerful family, come together for what should be a celebratory reunion—only for it to turn into a nightmare. As Raj, the patriarch, prepares to announce the future of his empire, each member of the family brings their own hidden motives, personal scandals, and long-buried grudges to the table. The tension is thick, the drama is high, and the stakes are deadly.

Sakhlecha masterfully weaves multiple perspectives, peeling back layers of deception with each chapter. Myra’s desperation, Aisha’s reckless abandon, Aseem’s internal conflict, and Zoe’s haunting past make for a compelling cast of characters. No one is innocent, and as the pages fly by, it becomes impossible to predict who will survive and who will fall victim to their own ambitions.

With sharp prose and an intoxicating blend of suspense and family drama, The Inheritance is a must-read for thriller lovers. If you enjoy stories packed with scandal, shocking revelations, and a setting that feels like a character itself, this book needs to be on your radar.

3.5

The Agarwals gather on a private island off the coast of Scotland for a long-awaited reunion, where Raj, the powerful patriarch, is set to announce his successor. But beneath the surface, each family member harbors secrets, financial ruin, or hidden betrayals—tensions that quickly turn deadly. As loyalties shatter and greed takes over, not everyone will make it off the island alive.

What I Liked —
The family dynamics were engaging, making for a compelling toxic-rich drama. While it leaned more toward suspense than mystery, the intrigue kept me turning the pages. I genuinely wanted to know what would happen next, and the ending delivered an unexpected twist that made the buildup worthwhile.

What I Didn’t Like —
This read more like a family drama with suspenseful elements rather than a true mystery. The shifting POVs sometimes felt repetitive, with the same scenes being rehashed from different perspectives, which made the middle section drag.

Recommended for —
Fans of Frieda McFadden or readers who enjoy mysteries infused with heavy family drama will likely enjoy this one. If you love messy, dysfunctional family dynamics with secrets, scandals, and a touch of murder, this is for you.

Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Group Viking for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

The Agarwhal family is gathered on daughter Myra's Scottish island for the anniversary of the patriarch and matriarch. They all have so many secrets, all hinging on the trust the kids are depending on being given. Papa has other ideas. In the midst of all of this, there is a murder. It is a slow boil leading to who is killed and who the murderer is but it all unfolds perfectly. They are all so flawed and so deliciously secretive. None of them are truly innocent in the scheme of things. I really enjoyed this book. It kept me so riveted and the waiting was delicious.

Thanks to Netgalley and Penguin for a copy for review.

The Inheritance is the first book I have read from this author, and I'm hooked. Well written with realistic characters, the book draws you in and keeps you wanting more until the very end. Great book!

The Inheritance by Trisha Sakhlecha is a mystery/suspense novel about a family that gathers on a private island off the coast of Scotland. They are all there because the patriarch of the family has something important to announce. The family believes he will be announcing his retirement and division of his assets to each family member. But this reunion turns deadly. And the twists will leave you shocked. This was such a fun read. I couldn't believe the ending. Thanks to NetGalley for the free digital review copy. All opinions are my own.

The Inheritance is a story that revolves around the dysfunctional Agarwal family – a powerful father, a fragile mother, and three grown children. As they gather to celebrate their parents fortieth anniversary, the siblings are anticipating the sale of the family’s company and the money they will inherit.

This is a family drama filled with secrets and lies and populated by characters who are seriously flawed. By and large, the characters are mostly unlikable, with only a couple that I could find sympathy for.

It’s a story that revolves around wealth, power, and entitlement. The author deals with the backstories well, which provides a framework for the dynamics of this family. The Inheritance is very well-written, with a good plot. There are several unexpected twists and, while the ending fits the story well, it’s also quite distasteful. NetGalley provided an advance reader copy.