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A review by shaylee_reads
The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Ratings:
Plot:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Writing:⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Characters:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Overall:⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Sadness:💧/5
Romance:❤️❤️❤️/5
Diversity: Mixed SC and LGBTQ+ Side Couple
Genre: YA Mystery
Tropes: Dark Academia, Love Triangle, Forced Proximity
Content Warnings: Domestic Abuse, Attempted Murder, Death of a Loved One
The Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the first book in the Inheritance Games series. It follows Avery Grambs, who unexpectedly inherits billions of dollars from a complete stranger, Tobias Hawthorne – a billionaire with a penchant for puzzles and riddles. The only condition is that she must reside in his estate for an entire year. Now, Avery finds herself entangled with the estranged Hawthorne family and a potential threat to her safety.
"Knives Out" ranks among my favorite movies. Since watching it, I've been on the lookout for something that can evoke the same emotions it did. This book fulfilled that desire. Packed with twists and masterfully plotted, It has a strong, badass main character and two extremely sexy main men, who are completely swoon-worthy. For those seeking a touch of romance, fear not – there's a hint of romantic involvement that tastefully complements the overarching plot.
There are a few minor completes I have about this book, the main one being that the romance seemed a little forced and I didn’t feel a lot of chemistry between Avery and her two love interests Jameson and Grayson. I think when it comes to Grayson a great deal of it is because he doesn’t have a lot of scenes so i didn’t feel much relationship growth between the two.
I yearned for a more gradual adjustment period for Avery. Her integration into this new life seemed remarkably seamless, leaving little room to explore the challenges and adaptation inherent in her sudden transition.
It also got on my nerves how often Emily was brought up, like the girl is dead, Avery. Stop comparing yourself to her.
Overall, my affection for this book knows no bounds. Anticipation for the next installment runs high. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to enthusiasts of "Knives Out" who crave a literary parallel.
On a side note, I had the privilege of meeting Jennifer (the author) last night. Her incredibly amiable nature left a lasting impression. Should an opportunity arise for her to hold a signing event near you, don't miss it.
Plot:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Writing:⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Characters:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Overall:⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Sadness:💧/5
Romance:❤️❤️❤️/5
Diversity: Mixed SC and LGBTQ+ Side Couple
Genre: YA Mystery
Tropes: Dark Academia, Love Triangle, Forced Proximity
Content Warnings: Domestic Abuse, Attempted Murder, Death of a Loved One
The Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the first book in the Inheritance Games series. It follows Avery Grambs, who unexpectedly inherits billions of dollars from a complete stranger, Tobias Hawthorne – a billionaire with a penchant for puzzles and riddles. The only condition is that she must reside in his estate for an entire year. Now, Avery finds herself entangled with the estranged Hawthorne family and a potential threat to her safety.
"Knives Out" ranks among my favorite movies. Since watching it, I've been on the lookout for something that can evoke the same emotions it did. This book fulfilled that desire. Packed with twists and masterfully plotted, It has a strong, badass main character and two extremely sexy main men, who are completely swoon-worthy. For those seeking a touch of romance, fear not – there's a hint of romantic involvement that tastefully complements the overarching plot.
There are a few minor completes I have about this book, the main one being that the romance seemed a little forced and I didn’t feel a lot of chemistry between Avery and her two love interests Jameson and Grayson. I think when it comes to Grayson a great deal of it is because he doesn’t have a lot of scenes so i didn’t feel much relationship growth between the two.
I yearned for a more gradual adjustment period for Avery. Her integration into this new life seemed remarkably seamless, leaving little room to explore the challenges and adaptation inherent in her sudden transition.
It also got on my nerves how often Emily was brought up, like the girl is dead, Avery. Stop comparing yourself to her.
Overall, my affection for this book knows no bounds. Anticipation for the next installment runs high. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to enthusiasts of "Knives Out" who crave a literary parallel.
On a side note, I had the privilege of meeting Jennifer (the author) last night. Her incredibly amiable nature left a lasting impression. Should an opportunity arise for her to hold a signing event near you, don't miss it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Domestic abuse