THE INHERITANCE CODE A Novel

By: William Ferrier Jr.

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

When cybersecurity expert Sophia Chen inherits her estranged grandmother's lakeside house, she expects to find old furniture and family photos. Instead, she discovers forty years of meticulously documented evidence pointing to a century-long murder conspiracy that claimed dozens of victims—and got her grandmother killed.

Elena Chen spent her life as a respected architect, but she died as an amateur detective who got too close to the truth. Hidden in her files are architectural plans, victim profiles, and financial records that reveal a systematic pattern of disappearances around Millbrook Lake stretching back to 1924. Young women. All artists. All murdered by the same powerful family that has controlled the area for generations.

Detective Marcus Rivera is investigating the latest disappearance when Sophia arrives with evidence that changes everything. Sarah Martinez, a folk singer, has been missing for days—and she fits the pattern perfectly. As Sophia and Marcus race to save Sarah's life, they uncover a criminal network with connections reaching into law enforcement, local government, and beyond.

But Elena's investigation didn't just document past crimes. It exposed a conspiracy that's still active—and now Sophia is the next target.

James Whitmore has spent decades perfecting his family's methods, using rental properties to isolate victims and corrupt officials to cover his tracks. He's killed to protect his secrets before, and Sophia's inherited knowledge makes her the greatest threat his operation has ever faced.

From the isolated beauty of Minnesota's lake country to the corridors of federal power, Sophia must use her grandmother's research and her own analytical skills to expose a killer who's remained hidden for over a century. But Elena died trying to finish this case. And some inheritances are worth killing for.

"A masterful blend of historical mystery and contemporary suspense. Elena's forty-year investigation creates a chilling foundation for a thriller that spans generations. Sophia Chen is the kind of smart, determined heroine readers will follow anywhere."

"The Inheritance Code combines the atmospheric mystery of Tana French with the addictive pacing of Gillian Flynn. A stunning debut that establishes a new voice in suspense fiction."

Perfect for fans of Louise Penny, Tana French, and Gillian Flynn.