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alenaysu's review against another edition
2.0
Author spends too much time describing the surroundings every paragraph that it takes you out of the reading experience… very boring and annoying
The story dragged on and there was no tension or anything
The story dragged on and there was no tension or anything
boogy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
_thatliterarylife's review against another edition
3.0
When I first read the premise for this book, I thought it would be a great summer read and I was not disappointed!
The story follows Eve Forrester, a young English woman living a very quiet life with her husband following the end of World War 2. Out of the blue, Eve receives a letter notifying her that she is the recipient of a healthy inheritence from a man Eve has absolutely no connection to. In order to accept the inheritence, Eve must travel to the beautiful countryside of the French Riviera. Set amongst the glitz and glamour of the Mediterranean, Eve must navigate the world of the rich and famous while also attempting to uncover the reason behind her surprise inheritence.
I really enjoyed this book, and although the mystery wasn't as outrageous as some others, I was still very satisfied by the outcome. I loved the cast of characters, and really enjoyed seeing the relationships blossom between Eve and her new friends. The authors writing was easy to read, and I found myself flying through this novel. I would definitely recommend this book to others if they're looking for a fun, summer read, and would definitely pick up another book by this author in the future!
Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster Canada for an advanced copy of Fatal Inheritance in exchange for an honest review.
The story follows Eve Forrester, a young English woman living a very quiet life with her husband following the end of World War 2. Out of the blue, Eve receives a letter notifying her that she is the recipient of a healthy inheritence from a man Eve has absolutely no connection to. In order to accept the inheritence, Eve must travel to the beautiful countryside of the French Riviera. Set amongst the glitz and glamour of the Mediterranean, Eve must navigate the world of the rich and famous while also attempting to uncover the reason behind her surprise inheritence.
I really enjoyed this book, and although the mystery wasn't as outrageous as some others, I was still very satisfied by the outcome. I loved the cast of characters, and really enjoyed seeing the relationships blossom between Eve and her new friends. The authors writing was easy to read, and I found myself flying through this novel. I would definitely recommend this book to others if they're looking for a fun, summer read, and would definitely pick up another book by this author in the future!
Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster Canada for an advanced copy of Fatal Inheritance in exchange for an honest review.
colorfulleo92's review against another edition
3.0
It was entertaining enough but I wasn't very invested in the story overall
savheath's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Physical abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, Murder, Domestic abuse, Violence, Death, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, and Medical trauma
Moderate: War, Alcoholism, Alcohol, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Gun violence
Minor: Infertility, Infidelity, and Bullying
kimlendore's review against another edition
1.0
De fatale erfenis werd mij al snel fataal.
De personages zijn oppervlakkig, ik had 0 connectie met ze, de conversaties tussen personages voelde niet natuurlijk, en op een gegeven moment verloor ik de gehele interesse om achter het mysterie te komen.
Helaas, niet het boek voor mij.
De personages zijn oppervlakkig, ik had 0 connectie met ze, de conversaties tussen personages voelde niet natuurlijk, en op een gegeven moment verloor ik de gehele interesse om achter het mysterie te komen.
Helaas, niet het boek voor mij.
thisandthatwithkaren's review against another edition
4.0
"Fatal Inheritance" by Rachel Rhys a story of dysfunctional families and long-hidden secrets, set against the decadence of the Côte d’Azur. Great summer beach read.
The story is set mostly in 1940's French Riviera in the aftermath of war, I found the authors descriptions transferred me and it pulled me in right away!
Wonderful characters that are well developed and I found I wanted to know more about them and their story. The mystery, intrigue, glamour and danger make for a great mix to keep you intrigued and turning the page.
This historical mystery is interesting and well plotted. The story moves at a steady pace, and I had a hard time putting it down.
I requested and received an advance reader copy of this book from Simon & Schuster Canada and Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The story is set mostly in 1940's French Riviera in the aftermath of war, I found the authors descriptions transferred me and it pulled me in right away!
Wonderful characters that are well developed and I found I wanted to know more about them and their story. The mystery, intrigue, glamour and danger make for a great mix to keep you intrigued and turning the page.
This historical mystery is interesting and well plotted. The story moves at a steady pace, and I had a hard time putting it down.
I requested and received an advance reader copy of this book from Simon & Schuster Canada and Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
bags_and_bookz's review against another edition
4.0
Quite fast-paced story about remembering past mistakes and trying to atone for them. It is a little bit of a mystery, a little bit of a romance story and a little bit adventure. Sometimes predictable but overall, I enjoyed it.
shinydiscoballx's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
rachbreads's review against another edition
3.0
Fatal Inheritance is the book to pick up if you want something frothy, light, and not too taxing. The concept of a young woman who goes to the south of France to inspect an inheritance received from a man she didn't know is interesting...why did he leave her this house? Who was he to her? Once she arrives, she begins to feel as if she is in danger, and that opens up even more questions.
The sumptuous parties, lifestyles of the rich & famous, etc. all fit well with the setting & tone of the book. Overall, I never felt like much depth was achieved, and the plot was fairly predictable.
The sumptuous parties, lifestyles of the rich & famous, etc. all fit well with the setting & tone of the book. Overall, I never felt like much depth was achieved, and the plot was fairly predictable.