Family Drama

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins is a solid family drama.

Told from shared perspectives of the main couple, Jules and Camden, as well as news clips and letters from Camden’s adoptive mother Ruby.

Ruby became famous after being abducted from her very wealthy parents s a small child. She was eventually found and returned home to much publicity. Her father left her most of the inheritance including their massive home, with the caveat that her sister and her family could live there too. Ruby’s letters to a mysterious recipient reveal shocking information about her life and her four marriages.

Years later, Ruby passes away and leaves everything to Camden, much to the disapproval of her sister and her two kids. Camden’s wife Jules talks him into returning home to settle their affairs, but she secretly hopes that they can take over the mansion.

By the end, it becomes clear that everyone has secrets and these secrets challenge all expectations.