The Fitzherber’s are a very troubled family. Everything is not as it seems. It’s twist story that kept me turning the pages. When the truth comes out there is nothing but devastation left in the wake. It’s a dark look at jealousy, betrayal and greed. The writing is incredible. The storyline left me with a lot to contemplate. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

The Secret Inheritance by Rachel Lynch is a standalone novel. It is published on 25 October. Thank you to Storm Publishing, Netgalley and the author for the advance copy to review. Jude Fitzherbert loses his battle with cancer. He has been Clara’s employer for the last forty years, and she is also his lover. His 3 children, Hettie, James and Rosie, have not visited him for years. Now that he is dead, they will come home – for the money. However, there are conditions attached to the will, and who will get the money. The family could tear itself apart, further than it already has. And then there is their brother Christian, who died young. I found that having a chapter dealing with each character worked really well, as they don’t seem to be like a family, more like individuals. It was fascinating reading about them and their frostiness towards, and secrets from, each other and their father. They are now adults with their own lives, and they are all conspiring, either individually or with each other. The desolation and the unhappiness of the house and the venom within was so vivid in my mind as I read.

After the death of their Father Jude, 3 siblings, James, Hettie and Rosie go back to the family home for the will reading. But Jude had a final trick for them as they have to stay in the house for a week to be able to claim the inheritance.
But the 3 adults are all fairly manipulative and soon long dragged out secrets of their childhood are brought to the surface with tragic results.
I'm really not sure what I made of the book, the writing is pretty intense and this meant I didn't particularly like the characters, none of them seemed to have any redeeming features but this became apparent towards the end it's because of their Fathers actions.
I found it an easy read

If the burning question is simply whether Rosie will get her voice back, this would be a quick simple
story in paperback. This is far more than the sad tragedy of one person. This is evil, greed, self aggrandizement
and revenge that had festered for generations and would be exposed in a pretty interesting manner..
The book is well written, and well organized by time and character. It’s important to pay attention to the
nuances clearly managed by the Author as she winds you up and back to bring maximum emotion to
her story.
I seldom (read: NEVER) force myself to read straight through but this book was so compelling that I read
it in two sittings, and pondered my thoughts for a few hours… Was I hoping to find a different way to see
the actions of one of the siblings? Was I hoping to learn that there was just no nefarious evil, that I was
certain I was reading….
This is an absolutely complete story, with no spoilers coming from me.
My thanks to Storm Publishing via NetGalley, for the download of this book for review purposes.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the advance copy of this book.

The day her brother Christian died, Rosie Fitzherbert left her family home and never came back. Until now.

When her father dies, Rosie returns to Warbury House after decades away. To secure her share of the fortune, she must endure seven days with her estranged siblings, Hettie and James. But the sprawling estate holds more than money – it guards the truth about her brother’s tragic death.

As old wounds reopen, Rosie realises silence won't protect her anymore. With millions at stake and family secrets threatening to surface, can Rosie confront her past before it consumes her future? Rosie hasn't spoken in years. Will returning to Warbury House finally give her a voice?

I have to be completely honest and say that several things about this book did not sit well with me. Firstly, the book started with the death of the family patriarch from cancer. Having gone through cancer deaths of both of my parents, I found this difficult to read. Secondly, I am not a fan of books told from several different perspectives. Not at all! For the right readers, ghis could be a big hit, but not for me.

This novel will be a great choice for readers who enjoy family secrets and dialogues about the characters’ feelings. Unfortunately, that is not me. I was interested in the inheritance and what I thought was a game that the recently deceased father would force his estranged children to play. I misunderstood the synopsis and expected a treasure hunt through the old manor. Instead, this is a series of conversations exposing family resentments and childhood grievances. This is not a bad book at all, it was just not really a mystery so much as drama. Yes, there are secrets, twists and unexpected revelations, they were just not what I find to be suspenseful. For the right readers this will be a 4-star book. I’m rating it based on my own enjoyment keeping in mind this is not my genre.
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thank you, NetGalley/Storm Publishing.

Just wow! This tangled story about siblings had my mind blown! I feel exhausted it was a real roller coaster of darkness and deception that I just couldn’t put down. I hardly know what to say apart from it was bloody brilliant! Really good book, I highly recommend it.

Three siblings are reunited after the death of their father, and according to the terms of his will, they must spend time in the family home to claim their inheritance. In the walls are the secrets there passing… So many family, secrets, so many twists, and turns, I absolutely loved this book!

This is the first book I read this author, and it definitely will not be the last!

The day her brother Christian died, Rosie Fitzherbert left her family home and never came back. Until now!! Oooooh juicy family secrets! Good book! This book had suspense, intrigue, murder, mystery, a great who done it and a few twists and turns. The story was interesting! I definitely recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

What an amazing book! Gothic in setting, the characters will keep you guessing right until the end and the depths of confusion and deception will astound you. The unlikely plot becomes entirely plausible in the hands of this skilled author and I found myself absolutely glued to the pages. A terrific book.

Rachel Lynch wrote this perfectly, it had that mystery element that I was hoping for and enjoyed from the genre. I thought the atmosphere was suspenseful and worked overall with what I was looking for. The characters had that feel and thought the family element worked overall. I was engaged with what was happening and loved the use of the seven days. I can't wait to read more from Rachel Lynch.

The Secret Inheritance by new to me author R. Lynch, publishd by Storm Publishing, is a gripping and suspenseful family mystery that had me right from the start. A story full of unexpected twists and turns that had me guessing till the very end.
Blurb: The day her brother Christian died, Rosie Fitzherbert left her family home and never came back. Until now.
When her father dies, Rosie returns to Warbury House after decades away. To secure her share of the fortune, she must endure seven days with her estranged siblings, Hettie and James. But the sprawling estate holds more than money – it guards the truth about her brother’s tragic death.
As old wounds reopen, Rosie realises silence won't protect her anymore. Will returning to Warbury House finally give her a voice?