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Gothic lite for busy readers
I have to agree with some of the other Amazon reviewers that the writing style of this book is ameteurish: flat, stilted, one-dimensional. At first, I gave the author the benefit of the doubt and assumed that he was parodying Gothic conventions, both in plot contrivances and in style. But, no, I think the writing is just bad. However, it is a fast, easy read and I guess I'm glad I finished the book. The twist ending(s) almost made it worthwhile. A young struggling woman inherits a house and a fortune, out of the blue, and her life changes instantly. Some characters are out to get the inheritance for themselves, others want to help the young woman, and figuring out who's who provides a few minutes of pleasure. The characters and the set-up have promise, but the shoddy writing throws away any good will the reader builds up toward the author. As noted above, there are a couple of mighty big twists at the end, and they do give you an interesting outlook on what you've been reading, but it's not really enough to redeem all those pages of poor prose style and cardboard characters.

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My new favorite author
Tom Savage has become my new favorite author. I just wish he'd come out with a new one soon! Inheritance was a nice, easy read until you got to Chapter 13. If you can't dedicate yourself to finishing the book once you reach Chapter 13, put it down until you can. There was one shock after another. My husband thought I was having heart problems because I kept gasping!! Make sure to read the rest of his book; they are just as suspenseful!! Please, Tom, come out with another one soon!!!!

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Excellent read
What a great book. I read this after it being suggested by our school's library assistant and couldnt wait to read it after classes (I'm a teacher). Luckily, my students and I have silent reading time every day, so I was able to finish it within a week. I've never read any Savage books before, but plan to read another very soon.