Inheritance Games

By: Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Narrated by: Christie Moreau

Don't miss this "impossible to put down" (Buzzfeed) novel with deadly stakes, thrilling twists, and juicy secrets - perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying and Knives Out.

Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: Survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why - or even who Tobias Hawthorne is.

To receive her inheritance, Avery must move into sprawling, secret passage-filled Hawthorne House, where every room bears the old man's touch - and his love of puzzles, riddles, and codes. Unfortunately for Avery, Hawthorne House is also occupied by the family that Tobias Hawthorne just dispossessed. This includes the four Hawthorne grandsons: Dangerous, magnetic, brilliant boys who grew up with every expectation that one day, they would inherit billions.

Heir apparent Grayson Hawthorne is convinced that Avery must be a con-woman, and he's determined to take her down. His brother, Jameson, views her as their grandfather's last hurrah: A twisted riddle, a puzzle to be solved. Caught in a world of wealth and privilege, with danger around every turn, Avery will have to play the game herself just to survive.

©2020 Jennifer Lynn Barnes (P)2020 Little, Brown Young Readers

Critic reviews

"A thrilling blend of family secrets, illicit romance and high-stakes treasure hunt, set in the mysterious world of Texas billionaires. The nonstop twists kept me guessing until the very last page!" (Katharine McGee, New York Times best-selling author of American Royals)

"Part The Westing Game, part We Were Liars, completely entertaining." (Kirkus)

"This strong, Knives Out-esque series opener...provides ample enjoyment." (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

can't stand the "southern drawl" but A+ story

Good YA story, first installment, doesn't stand alone but as part of a series. Narrator's "southern" accent is overdone so I'll finish the remainder of the series in print.

I’m glad I didn’t buy this book

It was okay I didn’t really enjoy the scavenger hunt or the ending. It got a little painful to listen to but I’m bored at work so I finished it!

Amazing

I loved this audiobook. I would very highly recommend. Kept me entertained the whole time.

PreTeen Book Study!

We used this book for a summer reading club and it truly was perfect! The girls were able to relate and discuss the characters and the plot! Can’t wait to read the rest of the series!

Not what I expected.

the mysterious nature of this book falls off pretty quickly in favor of the type of contemporary drama high schoolers might enjoy. the dialogue was a little rough at times, but besides that the story is written fairly well. if you're expecting a complex mystery novel, skip and find something new. but its got charm.

Confusing

It's a really cool concept and cool story but honestly I just found myself confused at what was going on and where the characters were. The whole sister plot line was really strange and not necessary, And I thought the end was going to tie everything together but I guess Im just going to have to keep reading!! I loved the narrator, that was great.

Very well done

This is a great book that really keeps you interested through the entire book! It kept me wanting more!

Captivating!

Could not stop listening! Gives you just enough to keep you going and trying to solve it with them!

Couldn’t stop listening

Such a fun mystery. The pace and twists and turns keep you engaged. I flew through this and couldn’t stop listening. Didn’t love the voices of the brothers but overall performance was good. On to book #2!

Keeps you on your toes

The twist and turns of this book keeps you on your toes. And four hot Rich brothers, one misters girl made for an interesting journey. Christie Moreau is one of the best narrators I’ve ever experienced.