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The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

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• Page Count: 384
• Genre: Young Adult, Mystery, Thriller

What would you do if you suddenly became a billionaire?

But there’s a twist. You’ve inherited the money from a man you’ve never met, and his extended family has been disinherited in order for you to receive such a good fortune. You could be set for life, but are you safe? And can you live with never understanding why this fate befell you?

The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a thrilling puzzle of a book that has captured the attention of BookTok for its compelling characters, shocking twists, and addictive mystery. As the first in a trilogy, The Inheritance Games, introduces readers to the newly rich Avery Kylie Grambs and the four illusive Hawthorne brothers who were the grandsons of billionaire Tobias Hawthorne. The Hawthorne brothers have been raised to be extraordinary, and they view Avery’s presence at Hawthorne House as their grandfather’s final puzzle. Solving the mystery of Avery’s inheritance of the Hawthorne family fortune becomes a challenge that none of the characters resist. With ferocious competition and tenuous alliances, the Hawthorne brothers are eager to figure out the truth. As Avery searches for her own answers, she’s unsure if she’s a player or a pawn in this twisted game.

This book is a fun YA mystery that will thrill readers of Truly, Devious and One of Us is Lying. The grandiose wealth plays less of a part in the story than I assumed from the premise, and the focus is more on the mystery and relationships between the characters. The world of wealth and mysteries feels near fantasy, and the twists will keep you entertained from start to finish.