The Heiress: The deliciously dark and gripping new thriller from the New York Times bestseller

When Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore dies, she leaves behind a twisted family legacy. Her adopted son, Camden, rejects his inheritance and settles into a normal life, but his uncle's death pulls him back into the family fold at Ashby House. As the house tightens its grip on Jules and Camden, questions about Ruby's disappearance, husbands' deaths, and the reason for her adoption arise. They realize that an inheritance can entail far more than what's written in a will and that the bonds of family stretch beyond the grave.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 04 January 2024
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

When Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore passes away, she not only leaves behind a legacy as North Carolina's wealthiest woman but also as its most notorious figure. Born into a wealthy family, Ruby experienced a tragic childhood when she was kidnapped and later became a widow four times over. Despite her hardships, she managed to rule the small town of Tavistock from Ashby House, her family's estate nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

However, in the aftermath of her death, her adopted son, Camden, shows little interest in inheriting the house or the fortune. Instead, he chooses to lead a normal life as an English teacher in Colorado, marrying Jules, a woman seeking to escape her own troubled past.

Ten years later, Camden and Jules are drawn back into the McTavish family fold when their uncle passes away. The estate, known for its breathtaking views and elegant rooms, still holds a haunting presence, especially with the legacy of Ruby lingering in the air. As Ashby House tightens its grip on Jules and Camden, questions arise about the infamous heiress's past. Rumors persist about her disappearance as a girl, and the circumstances surrounding the deaths of her four husbands, all of whom died under mysterious circumstances.

Jules and Camden soon realize that an inheritance extends far beyond the contents of a will. They discover that the bonds of family extend beyond the grave, and the McTavishes hold a dark secret that could threaten their lives. As they delve deeper into the family's history, they uncover a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal that has been hidden for generations.

In their quest to uncover the truth, Jules and Camden find themselves facing formidable obstacles. They must navigate through a network of loyalists who are willing to do anything to protect the family's reputation. They also face the wrath of those who believe that the McTavishes have stolen their rightful inheritance.

As the stakes grow higher, Jules and Camden realize that they are in grave danger. They must confront the darkest forces of the McTavish family and unearth the truth before it's too late. The legacy of Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore will be forever intertwined with their lives, and they must be prepared to pay the ultimate price for the secrets they uncover.

Weight: 372g
Dimension: 234 x 155 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035409600