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This book has all the feels, deception, anger, loss, grief, hope, passion and love. Sonya MacTavish finds herself living in the house of her dreams that she inherited from an uncle she did not even know existed. Too bad the house has a host of undead residents who roam the house and at least one who wants to kill her. This is an epic story unfolding and the mystery will draw you in page by page. This is a hauntingly good read! I cannot wait for the rest of this series.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own." eARC provided NetGalley

Nora Roberts expertly weaves a tale of ghosts, an inherited manor, and romance! I recommend this book for Roberts fans. The setting of the story is particularly beautiful. Why can't one of my relatives leave me a beautiful home in their will? The protagonist isn't the most rounded, but she does have a house that cleans itself--which is on my personal wish list! Will a malevolent spirit prevail? We must continue on to book 2.

II received an ARC but that has not impacted this review. First of all, I love nora roberts and I love her trilogies. They're the ones I reread the most. Traditionally, she used to hand 3 different couples and each book centered on a different one. It looks like this trilogy is continuing her new trend of not having different couples at the center of each book but I like that I can't really tell where it's going to go and how she's going to move it forward. It's not predictable and given how many books she's written over what... four? decades, that's amazing.

As always, I like her characters. I want to know more about the best friends and quirky supporting characters, but the main ones are relatable, happy, well-adjusted, and keep you engaged. The villain herself is nothing new and very reminiscent of the mother in Midnight Bayou but it feels as if her impact is darker and the stakes much higher. The presence of the ghost victims is a light and sometimes sweet, sometimes funny, but always warm presence. I absolutely want a ghost maid now.

If you like nora roberts, you'll like this. If you prefer something grittier, this isn't a horror slasher novel but rather something more character-driven. It's paranormal romance that will leave you feeling happy. And maybe a little annoyed because it ends in a place that while not a cliffhanger, feels a little close to that. I hope we don't need to wait a year between books.

Nora Roberts readers know the make up of her release schedule and anticipate a trilogy episode each winter. This time is also the time when she tends to flex her 'magiks' skills with stories of faeries, witches, ghosts and things that go bump in the night, and this year is no different.

You absolutely know going into a trilogy, at any point, is going to offer a level of frustration as you'll only be served up part of the ongoing story but Nora Roberts is so creative that she always offers a typical 'end of season' cliffhanger that will have readers coming back year after year, or this reader anyway!

Inheritance is the debut novel in The Lost Bride Trilogy and begins the story of Sonya MacTavish and generations of her family who have lived, and died, in Lost Bride Manor Maine.

As Sonya settles into her life at 'the haunted' Lost Bride Manor she becomes part of small town life and begins to establish relationships with unknown relatives, neighbours and family friends, both from the present AND the past.

Sinister events are uncovered and a mystery begins to unfold that Sonya feels duty bound to solve. There are the most delightfully 'good' characters to counterbalance the downright awful 'baddies'.

BUT WE WILL NOT REACH A CONCLUSION!

Despite that, the things I generally love about any NR book is the kick a$$ characters, the dialogue between them, the faithful and lovable pets and of course the precocious children (of all ages, even adult) and we have all of that in spades!

In Inheritance we have a great 'first season' which has ended much as we'd expect. Relationships are well and truly established between the characters and the audience ensuring that they will come back for more to find out what happens next.

This highly readable, intriguing mystery with trials to overcome that Sonya and her side kicks face regularly, produces a compelling start to what looks like becoming an amazing trilogy.

I loved this book! I can’t wait for book 2! I loved this twist on a “ghost story.” Instead of the usual thriller, it had a whole new feel! I was invested from the first page. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

It's been awhile since I've enjoyed a Nora Robert's book that has magic. This is the first in a series and I'll be waiting for rhe next one. Definitely a cliffhanger. Thanks NetGalley for the advanced copy. #NetGalley #Inheritance

There’s a reason why I don’t usually read the first book in a trilogy until all are published and it’s called cliffhangers! Somehow, I managed to forget that Inheritance was the start of a new trilogy by Nora Roberts – The Lost Bride Trilogy. So when I reached the end of this 400+ page book, I was both surprised by the abrupt ending and disappointed that I would have to wait for more. But it’s also a sign of how much I enjoyed Inheritance

This book has all of the hallmarks that make Roberts’ books so popular – believable and engaging main characters, an intriguing plot line, and a beautiful setting. This time there is a definite Gothic twist to Roberts’ usual romantic suspense combo in the form of a large mansion, located on the coast of Maine, which is occupied by the ghosts of various members of the household from the past two centuries.

Other than a bit of a lag in the middle, bogged down by a few too many repetitive and bland details, Inheritance checked all the boxes for this reader. There were even bits of humor to enjoy as well three beloved rescue dogs. Will definitely be looking forward to the next installment!

I like Nora Roberts book, but I think my middle school students would find this hard to get into. I did like how she did end the book and left it open ended for the reader...

First off thank you: NetGalley and the publisher St. Martin's Press for the ARC received.
ALL opinions are my own!

Unpopular opinion..... this is a really slow read.
I will not go into any details about the book so many have already done that.

I have read a few books by Nora Roberts and I'm starting to think she is just not for me, and that is totally ok. We don't all enjoy the same books and or content do we?

I think if the pacing had be quicker it would have really made this harder to put down.
Its not horrible at all but long and slow (which I realize works for some people)
I do love a good ghost in a story but for this didn't work for me.

The COVER is stunning!!!
Overall I think if you love Nora you will enjoy this book give it a try!!

I love Nora Roberts books so when I get a chance to read one of hers, I drop everything else I'm reading and read that one. I have to say that Inheritance did not disappoint. This is a story of love lost and a new love found. An inheritance of a beautiful old house and all its furnishings and the history that comes along with it. New found relatives and starting life in a new town. Oh and ghosts! What old house wouldn't have ghosts? Some nice and convenient to have around and some mean. The only downside to reading the first book in one of Nora Robert's trilogies is having to wait to read book 2.

Loved this book and can't wait for the next installment. Was another quick read from Nora Roberts because I couldn't put it down.

Wow—I’m not normally a fan of the paranormal but this was too good to put down. And that cliffhanger. Kicking myself for reading this before the other books are released!

I have been a fan of Nora Roberts for several years and I love how recently she's been expanding her writing style. This book dives into the paranormal with a curse on brides. WARNING...below may contain spoilers
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If you are anything like me and would rather read all books in a trilogy or series in a row, then don't start this book until the next two are released. The book ends in a cliffhanger (which I noticed another trilogy of Nora Roberts' did the same). I'm left wanting to know what is next.

This is a fabulous ghost story. I had to read this book during the day time because some of the story just scared me. I love the main character Sonya who trys to stand up to all that's going on in the house she inherited, and she does pretty well until the end of the novel when she enters The World through a Looking glass (mirror). Of course all the supporting characters are fortright and caring and very involved in what Sonya is experiencing and happy to help her. It makes me feel that Sonya has someone to support her through this difficult time. I love Sonya's new doggy friend Yoda who stands by her when events become scary. And finally, I wish that there was a happy ending in this novel because it leaves so many open questions about what's going to happen next, but I still can't wait to read the next story in this series, because it's probably going to be another bumpy and scary ride to the finish.

I want to thank St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for an advance copy of this story.

Nora Roberts never fails to start off her trilogies with a bang! This story was the perfect mix of, Haunted house, centuries-old curses, suspense, and of course romance. I immediately fell into this story and fell in love with our Characters. We follow Sonya as she learns a hard truth ends her engagement and soon after finds out she has a family she never heard about and an inheritance that will change her life. I can not wait for the next book in this series.

Inheritance
The Lost Bride Trilogy #1
by Nora Roberts
This a novel of fantasy.
Graphic designer Sonya MacTavish is amazed to learn that her late father had a twin he never knew about—and that her newly discovered uncle, Collin Poole, has left her almost everything he owned, including a majestic Victorian house on the Maine coast, which the will stipulates she must live in it for at least three years. (The house is nicknamed Lost Bride Manor) Sonya soon finds out that the house is haunted. In 1806 Astrid Poole is murdered on her wedding day. Her last words-a promise to her husband never to leave him.
Sonya sees shadows in the windows, objects moving on their own accord and music start playing.
Sonya soon realizes she has inherited a centuries old curse and puzzle she must solve and is assisted by Trey the young lawyer and her best friend Cleo. Sonya and Cleo are strong protagonists, but different personalities which adds humor to this fantasy fiction.
Two more books to come in this Lost Bride Trilogy.

Inheritance is the start of The Lost Bride Trilogy. As a longtime Nora fan, I know the formula. This book still had me hooked. Sonya, after a bad break up, inherits a house from an uncle she never knew she had. It is haunted by a witch and the seven brides she’s killed along with a few random others. Despite this, Sonya loves the house and is determined to stay. She invites her bff to move in as well- who happens to have an affinity for witchcraft. Of course her lawyer’s son is gorgeous and available as is her cousin, who happens to be his bff. I know what will happen… and I love it. Read it from cover to cover. Thanks Nora. Thanks Netgalley for the ARC. My opinions are my own.

Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this. Sonya who recently ended a relationship is looking for change. She inherits a property that has been in her family for generations. While living their she realizes their are ghosts. While at her place she meets Collin. They take it slow at the beginning. This was a great read.

what a good romance about a haunted house and the ghosts there. I love that she trying to solve the mystery along with her friend Cleo and Owen. love the romance and finding the rings. I loved that she is trying something new and found love.

Nora Roberts' latest novel, "Inheritance," at first glance may seem to be a rehash of topics she has writen about before: a house haunted by a disturbed ghost (cf. "In The Garden" trilogy), a beautiful house in Maine (think of the setting of "Shelter In Place"), a blend of the natural and supernatural (the Dragon Heart trilogy, among others). What makes "Inheritance" special is Nora Roberts' depiction of new characters, their interactions and conversations: for example, the long-standing friendship of college roommates Sonia and Cleo seems genuine. Reading a Nora Roberts book makes you want to celebrate your own friends, exercise more, and live better and more fully.

I was a bit skeptical of the setup of the novel when I started--the "curse" of the previous brides in that family--but was soon caught up as the story unfolded. I look forward to the sequel, because I was left hanging, wanting more!

With my thanks to the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.